The FBI Citizens Academy will be in Durant on Oct. 16, 23 and 30 and the academy is an engaging program that gives business, religious, civic, and community leaders an inside look at the FBI.
Classes meet for three full days at the FBI field office. The mission of the FBI Citizens Academy is to foster a greater understanding of the role of federal law enforcement in the community through frank discussion and education.
Candidates are nominated by FBI employees, former Citizens Academy graduates, and community leaders. Participants are selected by the special agent in charge of the local FBI field office.
Candidates must meet the following criteria: Be a recognized business, religious, or community leader Live and/or work within the division’s jurisdiction Be at least 21 years old Consent to a limited background investigation, to include fingerprint checks Agree to attend all sessions Anyone interested in applying—or if you are a Citizens Academy graduate or past/present FBI employee who would like to recommend someone you know—please submit an online nomination form by Sept. 2.
The application is available online at https://forms.fbi.gov/citizens-academy- nomination-forms/fbi-citizensacademy- nomination-form-oklahomacity/ view For questions, please contact Community Outreach Specialists Jenna Swindell or Veronica Magrath at OC_ Outreach@fbi.gov or 405-290-3605.