PHOTOGRAPHY

4716
ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS AND SCIENCES FOUNDATION

5220 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Tel: (818)754-2839; Fax: (818)761-8524; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.emmys.tv/foundation

The College Television Awards competition recognizes excellence in college student film or video productions by honoring student producers of films or videos produced for college course credit. The academy gives 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards in the following categories: comedy, drama, music programs, documentary, newscasts, children's programs, traditional animation, and non-traditional animation. Submit film or video on 1/2 inch VHS or Beta SP tape. Entry forms available September-December.

Title of Award:
Academy of Television Arts and Sciences College Television Awards

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Communications; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography; Performing Arts; Arts; Filmmaking/Video

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
21 prize(s), totaling $24,500.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 25. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; entry in a contest.

Deadline for Receipt:
12/15.

Apply to:
Hap Lovejoy, Educational Programs and Services Administrator, 818-754-2839, [email protected].

4717
AMERICAN LEGION, PRESS CLUB OF NEW JERSEY

68 Merrill Rd.
Clifton, NJ 07012-2471
Tel: (973)473-5176

A $500 scholarship will be awarded to two students (one male, one female) entering their freshman year in an accredited four-year college. Eligible applicants will be the son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a current or deceased, card-holding member of the American Legion. Must intend to work toward a degree related to the field of communications.

Title of Award:
American Legion Press Club of New Jersey and Post 170 Arthur Dehardt Memorial Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Journalism

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $1,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: single, full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; essay.

Deadline for Receipt:
7/1.

Apply to:
Mr. Jack W. Kuepfer, Chairman, 973-473-5176.

4718
ASIAN AMERICAN JOURNALISTS ASSOCIATION

1182 Market St.
Ste. 320
San Francisco, CA 94102
Tel: (415)346-2051; Fax: (415)346-6343; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.aaja.org

Awards for high school seniors and college students pursuing careers in the news media. Asian heritage is not required. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Based on scholarship, goals, journalistic ability, financial need, and commitment to the Asian-American community. One-time award of up to $5000. Visit Web site http://www.aaja.org for application and details.

Title of Award:
Asian-American Journalists Association Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Communications

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
10 scholarship(s), totaling $35,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 15. Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to employees or relatives of employees within the following industries: journalism.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); resume.

Apply to:
Lila Chwee, Student Programs Coordinator, 415-346-2051 ext. 102, [email protected].

4719
BOB BAXTER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

c/o New Jersey Newsphotos
Hemisphere Center, Route 1
Newark, NJ 07114

For New Jersey students intending to study press photography. Must be a high school senior or be enrolled in a school of photography. Applicants must be New Jersey residents. Submit portfolio of work, two letters of recommendation, and application form. Emphasis is on portfolio which should show a cross-section of the applicant's work.

Title of Award:
Bob Baxter Scholarship Foundation

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $2,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; reference(s); portfolio.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/30.

Apply to:
Jean-Rae Turner, Administrator.

4720
CALIFORNIA CHICANO NEWS MEDIA ASSOCIATION (CCNMA)

USC Annenberg School of Journalism
3800 South Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90037-1206
Tel: (213)743-4960; Fax: (213)743-4989; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.ccnma.org

Scholarships for Latinos interested in pursuing a career in journalism. Awards based on scholastic achievement, financial need, and community awareness. Submit sample of work. Award for California residents or those attending school in California. Deadline is first Friday of April.

Title of Award:
Joel Garcia Memorial Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography; Communications

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
13 scholarship(s), totaling $15,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 20. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to persons of the following ethnic groups: Latin American/Caribbean. Award available to the following races: Hispanic.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; interview; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); work samples.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/2.

Apply to:
Julio Moran, Executive Director, 213-743-4960, [email protected].

4721
CONNECTICUT CHAPTER OF SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS

Scholarship Committee
71 Kenwood Ave.
Fairfield, CT 06430
Tel: (203)255-2127; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.ctspj.org

One-time award for college junior or senior planning a career in journalism. Must be a Connecticut resident attending a four-year college or any student attending a four-year college in Connecticut. Information available from February 1 to April 14.

Title of Award:
Connecticut SPJ Bob Eddy Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
4 scholarship(s), totaling $5,500.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $2500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/14.

Apply to:
Debra A. Estock, Scholarship Committee Chairman, 203-255-2127, [email protected].

4722
DALLAS-FORT WORTH ASSOCIATION OF BLACK COMMUNICATORS

A Davis Bldg.
3103 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Dallas, TX 75215
Web Site: http://www.dfwabc.org

Scholarships are available to minority high school seniors and college students pursuing careers in broadcast or print journalism, advertising, public relations, photojournalism, and graphic arts and have permanent residence in Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, Hunt, Collin or Ellis county, TX. Please see Web site for application and more information: http://www.dfwabc.org.

Title of Award:
Future Journalists Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Graphics/Graphic Arts/Printing

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
13 scholarship(s), totaling $18,500.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 12. Maximum no. of awards: 15. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $1500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; Asian; African American; Hispanic.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; autobiography; essay; reference(s); photograph; portfolio.

Deadline for Receipt:
2/1.

4723
DAYTON FOUNDATION

2300 Kettering Tower
Dayton, OH 45423
Tel: (937)222-0410; Fax: (937)222-0636; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.daytonfoundation.org

One-time scholarship for Ohio resident pursuing career in photojournalism. Must have experience and submit examples of work. Award for use at an Ohio two- or four-year college or university. High school students are ineligible. For use in sophomore, junior or senior year. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Must be U.S. citizen.

Title of Award:
Larry Fullerton Photojournalism Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $3,500.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $2500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; portfolio; slide portfolio.

Deadline for Receipt:
1/31.

Apply to:
Diane K. Timmons, Director of Grants and Programs, 937-222-0410, [email protected].

4724
FISHER BROADCASTING COMPANY

600 University St.
Ste. 1525
Seattle, WA 98101-3185
Tel: (206)404-7000; Fax: (206)404-6811; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.fisherbroadcasting.com/

Award for minority students enrolled in a broadcast, journalism, or marketing curriculum. For residents of Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Idaho. Attending schools in or out-of-state, or for out-of-state students attending institutions in Washington, Oregon, Montana, or Idaho. Deadline: April 30.

Title of Award:
Fisher Broadcasting, Inc., Scholarship for Minorities

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Journalism; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography; Engineering/Technology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
4 scholarship(s), totaling $12,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Maximum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $10000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; Asian; African American; Hispanic.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; interview; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
4/30.

Apply to:
Laura Boyd, Vice President, Human Resources, 206-404-7000, [email protected].

4725
GREAT LAKES COMMISSION

2805 South Industrial Hwy., Ste. 100
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-6791
Tel: (734)971-9135; Fax: (734)971-9150; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.glc.org

One-time award to full-time students at a college or university in the Great Lake States (IL, IN, MI, MN, NY, OH, PA, WI) or Canadian provinces of Ontario or Quebec. Must have a demonstrated interest in the environmental or economic applications of electronic communications technology, exhibit academic excellence, and have a sincere appreciation for the Great Lakes and their protection.

Title of Award:
Carol A. Ratza Memorial Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Computer Science/Data Processing; Foreign Language; Graphics/Graphic Arts/Printing; Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography; Science, Technology, and Society; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Biology; Natural Resources; Natural Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $500.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume; letter of intent.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/31.

Apply to:
Michael J. Donahue, President/CEO, 734-971-9135, [email protected].

4726
INDIANAPOLIS ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS

PO Box 441795
Indianapolis, IN 46244-1795
Tel: (317)388-8163; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.iabj.org

Scholarship available to full time, African-American students who have been accepted to, or are already matriculated at a four-year college or university. Students must be enrolled in a course of study leading to a career in the media. Must attend college in Indiana or be a graduate of an Indiana high school studying out of state. Information may be obtained from Web site. Deadline May 30.

Title of Award:
Lynn Dean Ford IABJ Scholarship Awards

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Communications; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $1,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: African American.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; essay; portfolio.

Deadline for Receipt:
5/30.

Apply to:
Courtenay Edelhart, Scholarship Committee Chairwoman, 317-388-8163, [email protected].

4727
KCNC-TV CHANNEL 4 NEWS

1044 Lincoln St.
Denver, CO 80203
Tel: (303)861-4444; Fax: (303)830-6537; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.news4colorado.com

One-time award for high school seniors pursuing a broadcasting career. Must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Colorado. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Application deadline: March 5. See Web site at http://news4colorado.com for application and rules.

Title of Award:
News 4 Peter Rogot Media Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Communications; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography; Engineering/Technology; Engineering-Related Technologies; Filmmaking/Video

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $10,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; test scores; interview; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); IRS 1040 form.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/5.

Apply to:
Elaine Torres, Community Affairs Director, 303-861-4444, [email protected].

4728
MAINE MEDIA WOMEN SCHOLARSHIPS COMMITTEE

9 Sanborns' Grove Rd.
Bridgton, ME 04009
Tel: (207)647-5960; Web Site: http://www.mainemediawomen.org/scholarships.html

Recipient is selected by an independent panel. Award is based on talent, need, and past involvement in media-related activities in school. Available only to women who are residents of Maine and interested in pursuing a career in journalism, writing, photography, graphic design, arts, marketing, communications, and broadcasting.

Title of Award:
Maine Media Women's Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Arts; Communications; Graphics/Graphic Arts/Printing; Journalism; Literature/English/Writing; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $700.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $700.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); entry in a contest.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.

Apply to:
Jude Stone, Scholarship Committee Chairperson, 207-647-5960.

4729
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS

8701-A Adelphi Rd.
Adelphi, MD 20783-1716
Tel: (301)445-7100; Fax: (301)445-7101; Web Site: http://www.nabj.org

One-time award for African-American college students attending a four-year institution and majoring in journalism. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Submit letter from adviser, work sample, autobiography, resume, and photo with application. Recipient will attend NABJ convention and participate in mentor program. Previous NABJ scholarship winners not eligible. Must be NABJ member before award.

Title of Award:
National Association of Black Journalists Non-Sustaining Scholarship Awards

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
10 scholarship(s), totaling $25,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Minimum award amount: $2500.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to the following races: African American.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; reference(s); photograph; proof of enrollment.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/30.

Apply to:
Program and Exposition Coordinator, 301-445-7100.

4730
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS

8701-A Adelphi Rd.
Adelphi, MD 20783-1716
Tel: (301)445-7100; Fax: (301)445-7101; Web Site: http://www.nabj.org

Scholarship available to African American students attending an accredited four-year college or university and majoring in visual journalism. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Must be NABJ member before award.

Title of Award:
Visual Task Force Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1250.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to the following races: African American.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/30.

Apply to:
Program and Exposition Coordinator, 301-445-7100.

4731
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC JOURNALISTS (NAHJ)

1000 National Press Bldg.
529 14th St., NW, Ste. 1000
Washington, DC 20045-2001
Tel: (202)662-7145; Fax: (202)662-7144; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nahj.org

One-time award for high school seniors, college undergraduates, and first-year graduate students who are pursuing careers in English- or Spanish-language print, photo, broadcast, or online journalism. Students may major or plan to major in any subject, but must demonstrate a sincere desire to pursue a career in journalism. Must submit resume and work samples. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final Friday in January of each year. Applications available only on Web site: http://www.nahj.org.

Title of Award:
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Journalism; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
20 scholarship(s).

Funds Available:
Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); resume; work samples.

Apply to:
Kevin Olivas, Educational Programs Manager, 202-662-7145, [email protected].

4732
NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR ADVANCEMENT IN THE ARTS

444 Brickell Ave., Ste. R14
Miami, FL 33133
Tel: 800-970-2787; Fax: (305)377-1149; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.artsawards.org

One-time award for high school seniors or others that are 17-18 years old who show talent in dance, film and video, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, and/or writing. Must submit portfolio, videotape or audiotape, along with application fee. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S., except applicants for the music/jazz discipline.

Title of Award:
Arts Recognition and Talent Search (ARTS)

Area, Field, or Subject:
Arts; Performing Arts; Literature/English/Writing; Filmmaking/Video; Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
701 grant(s), totaling $274,300.

Funds Available:
Minimum award amount: $100. Maximum award amount: $3000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: 17-18 years old. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; entry in a contest; application fee; portfolio.

Apply to:
Programs Department, 800-970-2787, [email protected].

4733
NATIONAL PRESS PHOTOGRAPHERS FOUNDATION, INC.

3200 Croasdaile Dr., Ste. 306
Durham, NC 27705
E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nppa.org

Award of $2000 for a student who has completed one year of a photojournalism program at a four-year college or university in preparation for a bachelor's degree. Must have at least one-half year of undergraduate schooling remaining at time of award. The philosophy and goals statement is particularly important in this selection.

Title of Award:
Reid Blackburn Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; portfolio; self-addressed stamped envelope.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, [email protected].

4734
NATIONAL PRESS PHOTOGRAPHERS FOUNDATION, INC.

3200 Croasdaile Dr., Ste. 306
Durham, NC 27705
E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nppa.org

Award of $2000 for applicant who is either an undergraduate in the first three and one-half years of college or is planning to pursue postgraduate work and offers indication of acceptance in such a program. Portfolio must include at least five single images in addition to a picture story. Award is chosen primarily on portfolio quality.

Title of Award:
Bob East Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; portfolio; self-addressed stamped envelope.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, [email protected].

4735
NATIONAL PRESS PHOTOGRAPHERS FOUNDATION, INC.

3200 Croasdaile Dr., Ste. 306
Durham, NC 27705
E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nppa.org

Award of $2000 for students who have completed one year at a four-year college or university having photojournalism courses. Applicant must be pursuing a bachelor's degree and must have at least one-half year of undergraduate schooling remaining at the time of award.

Title of Award:
National Press Photographers Foundation Still Photographer Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; portfolio; self-addressed stamped envelope.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, [email protected].

4736
NATIONAL PRESS PHOTOGRAPHERS FOUNDATION, INC.

3200 Croasdaile Dr., Ste. 306
Durham, NC 27705
E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nppa.org

Award of $2000 for student enrolled in a four-year college or university having courses in TV news photojournalism. Applicant must be pursuing a bachelor's degree and be in his/her junior or senior year at the time of award. Submit entry form, biographical sketch, and videotape samples of work.

Title of Award:
National Press Photographers Foundation Television News Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); portfolio; self-addressed stamped envelope.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, [email protected].

4737
NEBRASKA PRESS ASSOCIATION

845 S St.
Lincoln, NE 68508-1226
Tel: (402)476-2851; Fax: (402)476-2942; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nebpress.com/

Award for graduates of Nebraska high schools who have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and are enrolled or planning to enroll in programs in Nebraska colleges or universities leading to careers in print journalism. Two to four awards of $1250. Deadline: March 8.

Title of Award:
Nebraska Press Association Foundation, Inc., Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
3 scholarship(s), totaling $3,750.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Maximum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $1250.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; financial need analysis.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/8.

Apply to:
Allen J. Beermann, Executive Director, 402-476-2851, [email protected].

4738
OUTDOOR WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

121 Hickory St.
Ste. 1
Missoula, MT 59801
Tel: (406)728-7434; Fax: (406)728-7445; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.owaa.org

One-time award for college juniors, seniors, and graduate level candidates who demonstrate outdoor communication talent and intend to make a career in this field. Applicants are nominated by their institution; one applicant per school in both graduate and undergraduate designations. Must submit examples of outdoor communications work. Applications accepted from January 1 to March 1.

Title of Award:
Outdoor Writers Association of America Bodie McDowell Scholarship Award

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Journalism; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography; Filmmaking/Video; Literature/English/Writing

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
6 scholarship(s), totaling $150,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 3. Maximum no. of awards: 6. Minimum award amount: $2500. Maximum award amount: $3500.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Executive Director, 406-728-7434, [email protected].

4739
TEXAS GRIDIRON CLUB, INC.

PO Box 3212
Fort Worth, TX 76113-3212
Web Site: http://www.spjfw.org

Awards for college juniors, seniors, or graduate students majoring in newspaper, photojournalism, or broadcast fields. Must submit work samples. Minimum grant $500. Recipient must be a Texas resident or going to school in Texas.

Title of Award:
Texas Gridiron Club Scholarships

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
13 scholarship(s), totaling $9,850.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 15. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $1500.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); work samples.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Coordinator/Fort Worth SPJ.

4740
UNITED METHODIST COMMUNICATIONS

810 12th Ave., South
Nashville, TN 37202-4744
Tel: 888-278-4862; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.umcom.org/scholarships

One-time award to assist United Methodist ethnic minority students who are college juniors or seniors intending to pursue careers in religious communications. Submit examples of work. Contact for complete information.

Title of Award:
Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Ethnic Minority Students

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Religion/Theology; Journalism; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Photojournalism/Photography

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $5,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $2500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to members of the following religions: Methodist. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; Asian; African American; Hispanic.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); photograph.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/17.

Apply to:
Mrs. Amelia Tucker-Shaw, Coordinator, 888-278-4862, [email protected].

4741
VALLEY PRESS CLUB

90 Harrow Rd.
Springfield, MA 01118
Tel: (413)783-3355

Nonrenewable award for graduating high school seniors from northern Connecticut and western Massachusetts interested in television journalism, photojournalism, broadcast journalism, or print journalism. Based on scholarship and financial need Must submit an autobiographical news story, not an essay.

Title of Award:
Valley Press Club Scholarships, The Republican Scholarship; Photojournalism Scholarship, Channel 22 Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Journalism; Photojournalism/Photography; TV/Radio Broadcasting; Communications

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
4 scholarship(s), totaling $4,000.

Funds Available:
Maximum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; test scores; interview; financial need analysis; reference(s); autobiographical news story.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.

Apply to:
Bob McClellan, Chairman of Scholarship Committee, 413-783-3355.