Journalism Scholarships
Students in the JSchool are fortunate that many alumni, and former and current faculty, have made an investment in your future as a journalist, donating funds for journalism scholarships. Read about these generous donors and the scholarships they endowed below.
The application for all journalism scholarships, other than the two incoming freshmen scholarships, can be downloaded here. A few scholarships request additional material, as noted on the application form.
The application form and instructions for the freshmen scholarships described below can be downloaded here. The application deadline for ALL journalism scholarships for the 2010-11 academic year is Monday, March 1, 2010.
Incoming Freshman Scholarships
Russell Baird High School Newspaper Editor Scholarship: Russ Baird is a former longtime graphics and design faculty member who co-authored one of the foundational textbooks in communication graphics. Russ Baird created this award for incoming freshmen who have been editor of their high school newspapers because he believed these hardworking high school journalists showed great potential for the future.
The Bob and Colleen "Koky" Dishon Scholarship: Bob Dishon was a 1948 Scripps graduate and veteran journalist who met his wife Koky while working at the Columbus Dispatch. Their commitment to journalism was only matched by their belief in the importance of education. The Dishon Scholarship is an $8000 award given to an incoming freshman who shows extraordinary promise for success as a journalist through achievement in high school and demonstrates financial need. This a renewable scholarship for three additional years if the student maintains a 3.0 GPA and is a continuing journalism major. The three finalists for the Dishon scholarship will be asked to come to Ohio University for an interview and bring a portfolio of their work. All finalists will receive at least a $1000 scholarship.
Scholarships for JSchool Students
Andrew Alexander Scholarship: Andrew Alexander is a former editor of the POST and currently works as ombudsman for The Washington Post. This scholarship is designated for underrepresented news editorial students.
Cortland Anderson Scholarship: Established by alumni in honor of the former director of the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. Cortland Anderson came to the School of Journalism from the Washington Post in 1981. He died in 1985, never seeing the school move into Scripps Hall after breaking ground a year earlier. The Cortland Anderson Scholarships are specifically designated for students entering their sophomore year.
R. Randolph Apgar Scholarship for Ethics: This scholarship recognizes a student for his or her high ethical standards as demonstrated in work on campus media, internships and/or published work. The award was established by 1968 alum Randy Apgar through his Foundation, the Apgar-Black Foundation which is a major supporter of the Arts in Philadelphia and is a major sponsor of organizations that raise awareness of inequities in our society and reach out to provide opportunities for students and others to reach their full potential.
Athens News-Bob Baker Scholarship: This scholarship was established by the publisher of the Athens News to honor former Scripps advertising and public relations professor Robert Baker. It goes to a journalism student working at the Athens News.
Robert Baker Scholarship: Robert Baker is professor emeritus at the Scripps School who taught advertising and public relations. His scholarship is designated for an outstanding member of the school's award winning PRSSA chapter. Please download the separate application form to apply for the Baker Scholarship.
Frances G. and Margaret A. Channell Scholarship: Honors mother and daughter alums of the school. Frances graduated in 1937 and worked as reporter and teacher. Maggie received her BSJ and a masters degree from OU and has spent many years working in various administrative positions on campus.
Eliza Alcorn Clark Memorial Scholarship: Established by Dr. Florence Riffe, former Associate Dean of the Scripps College of Communication in honor of her grandmother. This scholarship is designated for an underrepresented student.
Frank Deaner Journalism Scholarship: Frank Deaner is a 1967 Scripps grad who made the rounds of all areas of journalism. He spent 15 years as a broadcaster, worked public relations and advertising and since 1990 he has worked for the Ohio Newspaper Association, currently its Executive Director.
Robert and Teri Gerbig Scholarships: The Gerbigs established these scholarships to help both graduate and undergraduate students. Robert is an alum of the school's graduate program.
Helen Hoover Scholarship: Helen Hoover was an alum of the school and an environmental writer.
Loren J. Hortin Scholarship: L.J. Hortin taught in the School of Journalism for 20 years beginning in 1947, he lead the school for 14 of those years. During Hortin's leadership the Scripps School of Journalism became one of the first accredited journalism schools in the country. Alumni of the school established this scholarship to honor Mr. Hortin.
Ron Iori Scholarships: Ron Iori is a 1976 graduate who spent 18 years as an editor at newspapers such as The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times and the Cincinnati Post. In 1994 he moved into corporate communication and when he left Ford a couple of years ago his business card read Office of the President -- for the Ford Motor Company. These scholarships are designated for students with an interest in business or copy editing. Ford Scholar Award Ron Iori not only endowed a scholarship in his name -- but also worked to provide another scholarship from his longtime employer, the Ford Motor Company.
Ralph Izard-Post Scholarship: This scholarship was established to recognize outstanding work at The Post student newspaper. Longtime journalism Former Director and Professor Ralph Izard's generous gift has been supplemented by many former Posties to create this scholarship. Dr. Izard was director of the school during the establishment of the Institute of International Journalism and the dedication of the Sing Tao Center.
George Starr Lasher Living Legacy Award: This unique award was established in the memory of George Starr Lasher -- the first director of the School of Journalism and the person who really laid the foundation for a school of excellence. The award, endowed by Mr. Lasher's daughter, Mary Elizabeth Lasher Meyers provides the funds for students to spread their journalism wings with a cultural experience of their choice. Former winners have traveled to NYC, London, Rome, Prague, and Madrid.
Lasher-Evarts Quality of Writing Scholarship: This award was also established by Mary Elizabeth Lasher Meyers in honor of her father, and longtime Scripps professor Dru Riley Evarts. Both Professors Lasher and Dr. Evarts pushed every student to be a better writer and use language correctly. This scholarship honors quality writing.
Joseph Lichtenberg Memorial Scholarship: Given in memory of alum Joseph Litchtenberg and was established by the Nation's Capitol alumni chapter.
Richard O. Linke Scholarship: Dick Linke is a 1941 graduate of the Scripps School. He went on to become an entertainment public relations man and producer, having a long successful career in the entertainment business. One major highlight of his career is that he discovered Andy Griffith and you can see the RICHARD O. LINKE, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER credit on all the old Andy Griffith shows. Dick has also donated his Hollywood office furniture to the College, and you can see a replica of his office in the OU Radio TV Center, room 181. This is the largest scholarship the School of Journalism gives, usually $10,000.
Dan Lowe Memorial Scholarship: Dan Lowe was often called Ohio University's Number 1 fan. The 2003 Scripps School graduate was the first member of the Ozone, and when he graduated his passion as an OU fan turned into a profession of promoting Ohio Sports. Dan died much too young during a pick-up basketball game in 2005. His family established this scholarship for students with an interest in sports reporting.
Edward J. Martin Scholarship: The family of Edward Martin created this scholarship in memory of this alum. This scholarship is designated for magazine or news editorial majors.
Memorial Tournament Scholarship: The School of Journalism is very fortunate to have been chosen as only one of three schools to receive scholarships from the Memorial Tournament -- Jack Nicklaus' professional golf tournament held each year in Dublin, Ohio. Winners are invited to the tournament and recognized.
George and Dorothy Messerly Scholarship: The George and Dorothy Messerly Scholarship was established by our very own Scripps professor -- Anne Cooper-Chen and her sister, in honor of their parents. Since Dr. Cooper-Chen's parents were Pennsylvanians -- this award is designated for students from Pennsylvania.
Joel M. Needle Scholarship: This scholarship established by classmates and family of Joel Needle, a 1966 alumnus of the Scripps School who was killed in a car accident just three years after graduation.
Fred A. Palmer Scholarship In Journalism: This scholarship honors the longtime owner and general manager of WATH radio and owner of several other radio stations. He was an inductee of the National Association of Broadcaster's Radio Hall of Fame. His daughter Carol Lambert and son David Palmer have endowed this scholarship in his memory for broadcast majors.
Marc and Lila Rosenweig Scholarship: Marc Rosenweig is a 1971 graduate and an award winning broadcast journalist, and longtime network and syndicated programming manager, working for NBC and King World Production among others. This scholarship was established by Marc and his wife Lila.
Scripps Howard Foundation Scholarships: Two $1,000 scholarships are provided by the Scripps Howard Foundation. The Scripps Howard Foundation also funds special scholarships in honor of two longtime contributors to the company. Boyd D. Lewis is retired now -- but started his career as an editorial assistant at the United Press and retired in 1972 as the president and editor of the Scripps Howard Newspaper Enterprise Association. The Susan J. Porter Scholarship honors a long-term newspaper employee of the E.W. Scripps Company who now serves on the Scripps Howard Foundation Board and has been very instrumental in Scripps' involvement with the School of Journalism.
Scripps School of Journalism Scholarships: Various one-time gifts to the Scripps School from alumni and professionals fund $500 scholarships.
Emerson "Vic" Sherow Memorial Scholarship: Emerson "Vic" Sherow was a longtime newspaperman -- who became the director of the Ohio University News Bureau. His family created this scholarship in his memory. This scholarship is designated for a news editorial major.
Lawrence R. Tavcar Scholarship: This award honors 1958 alum Lawrence Tavcar who spent his career in public relations.
Tom Turnbull Memorial Scholarship: This award is in the memory of Tom Turnbull -- who taught advertising and graphics for many years at Scripps. This scholarship is funded by one of Professor Turnbull's former students, David Carter, and is designated for an advertising student.
Michael Vaughn Memorial Scholarship: Mike Vaughn was an alum who died suddenly at a very young age and is honored by his co-workers. The scholarship was set-up by Michael's colleagues and friends at Ford Motor Company. This scholarship is designated for a public relations major.
Madeline Utley Scholarship: 1979 graduate Joanne Utley established this scholarship in honor of her mother. Joanne is an avid supporter of the OU Alumni Association and has served on the board.
Jesse and Ruth Zousmer Scholarship: This scholarship was established by the New York/New Jersey Alumni Chapter to honor two alumni who died in a 1966 plane crash while returning from assignment in Vietnam. The Zousmer scholarship is designated for broadcast journalism majors.
Other Available Scholarships
- John R. Wilhelm Foreign Correspondence Internships
The Institute’s John R. Wilhelm Foreign Correspondence Internship Program funds several internships each year through endowed scholarships. Since 1970, more than 200 journalism majors have received such support, traveling to approximately 30 countries.
Applicants must be earning a degree in the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, have significant reporting experience, and must complete the Foreign Correspondence course (JOUR 467/567), which is offered each winter quarter. In addition, the International Mass Media course (Jour 466/566) is recommended. Applications are distributed to students enrolled in the Jour 467/567 class, and must be submitted to the director of the IIJ by the end of February. Applicants are asked to list their top three countries and whether they want print or broadcast assignments.
The number of applicants ranges from a dozen to a maximum of about 20 each spring. From that number, approximately half a dozen interns are selected for support. The number of assignments depends on available scholarship funding. The chances of being selected depend on the applicant’s journalism background, including previous internship experience, as well as academic record. Knowledge of a foreign language is a plus, and is required for students who travel to countries where English is not widely spoken.
A School of Journalism selection committee consisting of faculty members selects scholarship recipients in early spring. Scholarships usually are sufficient to cover the costs of food, lodging and air fare. Internship arrangements are organized by the Institute for International Journalism, but also can be set up with input from the students who receive funding. Those selected are then responsible for contacting their designated supervisor to establish time of arrival and duty assignments. Students are responsible for finding their own lodging. Previous interns can provide leads.
Most assignments begin in the fall, but the timing of the internship is flexible depending on the individual student’s schedule and the needs of the news organization. Because selected students will be working for different companies in different countries, there is no standard list of duties interns will be assigned. In the past, interns have done everything from check wires to edit copy to cover breaking international news. Every assignment is different.
- contact Yusuf Kalyango at 740.597.3335 or visit scrippsjschool.org/iij
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- United Muslim Association of Toledo Scholarship
The Toledo Community Foundation is offering the United Muslim Association of Toledo Scholarship for Muslim students who are pursuing a degree in journalism or journalism related studies at an accredited post-secondary institution. Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students during the 2010-2011 academic year.
It is anticipated that one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded for the 2010-2011 academic year.
Details about the scholarship are available on the Foundation’s web site.
- Link directly to this Scholarship
- Peter Agris Memorial Journalism Scholarship
Journalism and communications majors at the graduate and undergraduate level who are of Greek American heritage may apply for annual scholarships given in the amount of $5,000 in memory of Peter Agris, the late founder and publisher of The Hellenic Chronicle.
The non-renewable grants have been offered by the Alpha Omega Council of New England and the Agris family for the last 18 years
Criteria for candidates includes: Greek American heritage; current full-time enrollment as a journalism or communications major at the graduate or undergraduate level in an accredited college or university in the United States; active participation in school, community, church organizations; a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.
Candidates may download an application on the Alpha Omega Council’s website at www.alphaomegacouncil.com.
The following items must be returned by email to nancyasavage@gmail.com or by mail to The Peter Agris Memorial Journalism Scholarships Committee, c/o Nancy Agris Savage, 9 Nonesuch Drive, Natick, MA 01760 by no later than March 1, 2010:
1) completed application; 2) current transcript; 3) required essay and 4) copies of any published articles or other professional materials that would enhance the application.
Questions may be directed to nancyasavage@gmail.com .
- Link directly to this Scholarship
- Multimedia Internship/Scholarship Grants!
The Scripps Howard Foundation has once again awarded the Scripps College 3 scholarships. Selected students will each receive a $3,000 internship stipend and $500 follow-up scholarship to pursue an unpaid internship in multimedia.
Students must work at least 10 weeks for a minimum of 35 hours per week in unpaid internships. Placements must be for MULTIMEDIA work. The recipient may be a spring 2010 graduate, but the $500 follow-up scholarship is awarded only to students who return to school in the fall as full-time undergraduates.
The multimedia internship doesn’t have to be with a Scripps media outlet (sites listed at www.scripps.com), but it cannot be with a direct competitor. For example, you don’t have to work at the Scripps television stations in Cincinnati or Cleveland, but you cannot work at one of the competing television stations or other media in those towns and get funding.
The recipients need to be designated before April 15th, so apply soon. Application form was emailed to Journalism students. If you need it sent again, please contact Debbie DePeel (depeel@ohio.edu).
- contact Tina Stewart at 740.593.9994
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- Robert Walker Scholarship in Christian Journalism
Robert Walker Scholarship in Christian Journalism
Christian Life Missions, a 501 © (3) organization, will be awarding five-$2,000 Robert Walker Scholarships in June for the 2010-2011 school year.
The scholarships will be awarded to five qualified journalism students who have at least a 3.5 grade average.
Both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as previous applicants and winners, may apply.
Below are the scholarship entry guidelines which may be posted and distributed.
Robert Alander Walker received his B.S. from Northwestern in 1936 and an M.S. in 1941. He was given the honorary degree of Litt.D. by John Brown University in 1947, and a LL.D. by Taylor University in 1962.
He also received an award from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1948, and has been listed in Marquis Who’s Who in America since 1972.
Walker established the Christian Writers’ Institute, a correspondence school which has graduated upwards of 25,000 students, and Creation House, a Christian book publishing company.
He received the first prestigious Magazine Publishers Award from the Evangelical Christian Association in 1994, and is considered to be the pioneer of Christian journalism.
More information can be found online at robertwalkerscholarship.christianlifemissions.com.
Guidelines for the $2,000 Robert Walker Scholarship in Christian Journalism are as follows:
1. Student must have at least a grade point average of 3.5.
2. Student must submit five copies of all documents.
3. Must be a student in a college (not high school), undergraduate or graduate.
4. Previous applicants and winners may reapply.
To apply, send five copies of each of the following:
1. Letter explaining your interest and commitment to Christian journalism.
2. Current resume.
3. Certified transcript of academic work (original plus four copies).
4. Five different published works.
Deadline date for entry is May 1, 2010.
Scholarship checks will be mailed to the colleges and/or universities of the five winners for the 2010-2011 academic year. Please indicate the contact person and address of the college for which the check should be mailed to.
Judges include five distinguished journalists and journalism educators.
Send applications to:
Amy Condiff
Christian Life Missions
600 Rinehart Road
Lake Mary, FL 32746
For further information email Amy.condiff@strang.com.
More information can be found online at: robertwalkerscholarship.christianlifemissions.com
- contact Amy Condiff
- Link directly to this Scholarship
