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Mike Reynolds Scholarship

The Radio Television Digital News Association

This scholarship was established in memory of Mike Reynolds, was assignment editor and then managing editor at KCCI-TV in Des Moines, IA, who died in 1988. The award was designed to benefit journalism students with a good writing ability, excellent grades, a dedication to the news business, strong interest in pursuing a career in electronic journalism and a demonstrated need for financial assistance.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded.
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded.
  • Major/Career:
    Pursuing a career in electronic journalism or broadcast media
  • Miscellaneous:
    Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
  • Other Benefits:
    An invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Not required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Letter of recommendationFrom a professor, advisor, or supervisorAddressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
  • Portfolio/Work Samples:
    URL links to 3-5 work samplesWork samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news piecesWork samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
  • Other Materials:
    A completed online application;Cover letter.

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