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Karen A. Luken Memorial Scholarship (formerly known as Greater Sioux City Press Club Scholarship)

Siouxland Community Foundation

Karen A. Luken Memorial Scholarship formerly known as Greater Sioux City Press Club Scholarship Application is a $1,000 fund given to students pursuing a career in Mass Communication or Journalism. The scholarship was established in 2005 under the former name which was later on changed to Karen A. Luken in honor of her commitment to mass communications.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicants must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college.
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.0
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    The applicant must be a full-time student.
  • College:
    Qualifying institutions include Briar Cliff University, Buena Vista University, Dordt College, Morningside College, Northwestern College, University of South Dakota and Wayne State College.
  • Major/Career:
    The applicant must have a declared a major in the Mass Communication Department or Journalism.

Application Details

  • Judging Criteria:
    Selection of recipients is based on written essay, letter of recommendation, and sample(s) of work from the field of study.
  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    250-word essay explaining why you are seeking the scholarship & how it would be used if awarded.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    One letter of recommendation from a departmental professor of your major
  • Portfolio/Work Samples:
    One to three sample(s) of your work (provide a link to your on-line portfolio).

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