Partnership with Purdue University Global to benefit members of Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. As a former firefighter, Randy Frye holds first responders in high esteem. His empathy for them led him to becoming a champion for a partnership between Purdue University Global and the Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association (IVFA) that will afford all members of the association the opportunity to pursue bachelor’s degree offerings that will help advance their careers.
“The volunteer fire service in Indiana comprises the majority of firefighters,” said Frye, who has served in the Indiana House of Representatives from the 67th district since 2010. “The countless hours spent by these brave volunteers protecting us often goes unrewarded. Thanks to Purdue Global, we can now begin to offer additional college training for our volunteer firefighters, providing them with a cle
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