College of Communication - Kalamalama Journalism Scholarships 2009

College of Communication Kalamalama Journalism Scholarships 2009

Introduction: The Hawai‘i Pacific University College of Communication Scholarship Program was created to recognize outstanding men and women in Hawai‘i and the U. S. Mainland who have the potential to become leaders in the communication field.This program offers 50% tuition-waiver scholarships to entering high school graduates and new transfer students who plan to pursue a degree in Journalism or Strategic Communication (advertising/public relations) and a career in these or a related communication industry. Recipients must also be willing to work a minimum of 10 hours per week on the staff of the University newspaper, Kalamalama, as journalists or advertising sales assistants.Scholarships are awarded for the fall and spring semesters and may be renewed for three additional years. Work assignments must also be fulfilled during the fall and spring semesters.

Eligibility: 1.Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 supported by a current official transcript sent directly to the HPU Admissions Office.
2.Have your high school newspaper advisor, English teacher, or business instructor fill in the recommendation form and/or submit a letter of recommendation.
3.The applicant must be willing to work 10 hours per week each semester as an advertising or editorial assistant.

How to Apply: 1.Submit a completed application for admission.
2.Enclose an essay (one to two pages) describing your educational and personal objectives for a career in journalism or strategic communication.

Application Form: http://www.hpu.edu/index.cfm?section=financialaid770

Application Deadline: April 8, 2009

Source: http://www.hpu.edu/index.cfm?section=financialaid770

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