Who Is Eligible:
Must be officially enrolled in college and have at least one full academic year remaining.
Must be a fully enrolled college sophomore or higher. (Freshman are not eligible)
Must apply for only one scholarship.
May be enrolled in any major so long as your intent is a career in electronic journalism.
May submit samples of web work in addition to materials requested below (optional).
A completed application form, clearly identifying the scholarship for which you are applying. Signed by your faculty sponsor.
A copy of your resume.
One to three examples showing your journalistic skills, totaling 15 minutes or less, on audio (cassette or CD) or video (VHS or DVD) accompanied by scripts.
Requirements:
A brief statement describing your role (writing, editing, producing, reporting, videography) in each story and a list of colleagues, if any, who worked on each story and what they did.
A one-page statement explaining why you seek a career in electronic journalism, with reference to your specific career preferences (radio or TV; reporting, producing or newsroom management). Graduate award applicants need only send one essay, no tape needed.
A letter of reference from your dean or faculty sponsor explaining why you are a good candidate for an award. The letter must also certify that you have at least one or more years of school remaining.
Deadline: 05/12/2010 Based on last year's deadline
Amount: Up to $10,000
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