Applications for the 2021-22 Leadership Granville class are due by Friday, Aug. 6.
The educational program, designed to offer leadership training and a broader knowledge of the county to its citizens, will kick off on Sept. 14.
Participants have the opportunity to acquire knowledge of the community and become personally and professionally acquainted with the county’s structure and life while developing leadership skills and networking opportunities, according to a statement from Lauren Roberson, executive director of the Granville County Chamber of Commerce.
Leadership Granville is sponsored by the local chamber, as well as Granville County Public Schools and Vance-Granville Community College.
Sessions involve field trips across the county, and include topics from county history and local government to recreational facilities, agriculture, business and industry.
Enrollment is limited. A limited number of scholarships are also available.
Applications are being taken until Aug. 6 and are available through the Granville County Chamber of Commerce Office, 124 Hillsboro Street in Oxford, or online at https://granville-chamber.com/member-services/leadership-granville.
For more information, call the chamber office at 919.693.6125 or email Roberson at lauren@granville-chamber.com.