RABJ
Rochester Association of Black Journalists
An affiliate of the National Association of Black Journalists
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To apply copy, paste and email application along with written essay and other materials to: RABJNET@aol.com.
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Print, fill out and mail application with written essay and other materials to:
RABJ
P.O. Box 10490
Rochester, N.Y. 14610
RABJ
Rochester Association of Black Journalists
Wyoma Best Scholarship Application 2011
Scholarship Name: RABJ Wyoma Best Scholarship 2011
Scholarship Value: $500
Classifications: Graduating High School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior
Minimum GPA: 2.5 (Offical school transcript must be submitted with application materials)
Eligible Majors: Journalism, Communications, TV & Radio Broadcasting
Eligible Schools: Any Rochester-area high school or nationally accredited college or university
Eligible Locations: Open
Application Deadline : April 15, 2011
How to Apply : Apply Online or via US Mail
Scholarship Detail: The Rochester Association of Black Journalists has established a scholarship with to assist deserving students who are majoring in, or planning to major in, a field of study leading to a career in print, or broadcast journalism. Recipients must complete an online application, submit a written essay on a topic chosen by RABJ, and demonstrate the qualities of good citizenship, scholarship and committment to advancing public understanding of issues faced by African Americans via the media.
Essay Question: How can Journalism improve the quality of life within Rochester's Black community?
Kadisha Phillips
2011 RABJ Wyoma Best Scholarship Winner
Kadisha, a 2011 graduate of School Without Walls H.S., will be attending Syracuse University in August and is planning a career in Journalism.
The award was presented to her on July 8, 2011 at the Democrat & Chronicle.
Rochester Association of Black Journalists / P.O. Box 10620 Rochester, NY 14606