Scholarship Description
A $1,000 award, created by the RTDNF Board of Trustees in honor of Barney Oldfield, a Hollywood studio publicist, WWII Army and post-war Air Force public relations officer, author, lecturer, businessman and philanthropist who founded over 40 private foundations including RTDNF. This award is given annually to a reporter or producer in radio or television news to help them cover national defense and security issues. In addition to the $1,000 award, winners are invited to attend the Excellence in Journalism conference.
Eligibility Requirements
- Award is available to U.S. citizens
- Award is available to Canadian citizens
- Award is available to citizens of countries other than the U.S. and Canada.
Application Requirements
- Application form required
- Recommendations or references required
- Special requirements exist (These are specified in text.)
- Portfolio required
- Resume Required
- Cover letter
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The Radio Television Digital News Foundation, a 501(c)3 educational foundation, was created to embody and uphold the standards of ethical journalism and promote leadership in the newsroom. The educational arm of the Radio Television Digital News Association, RTDNA offers professional development opportunities for working and aspiring journalists and educators.
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