The Chronicle of Higher Education Announces Winners of its 2024 Scholarships for Diversity in Media
May 15 2024 - 12:00PM
Business Wire
The Chronicle of Higher Education is pleased to announce that
Amelia Benavides-Colón is this year’s recipient of the Diversity in
Journalism Scholarship & Internship, and Robert Hill is this
year’s first recipient of the new Diversity in Multimedia Business
Scholarship & Internship. The scholarships are part of The
Chronicle’s commitment to helping foster the next generation of
journalists and bringing more diverse voices into the industry. It
is an effort to ensure that diversity is a critical part of
journalism excellence, now and in the generations to come.
“I am honored to be selected as The Chronicle of Higher
Education’s Diversity in Media scholarship recipient,” said Amelia
Benavides-Colón, a recent graduate of Wayne State University. “As a
student journalist in Detroit, I’ve spent the last four years
immersed in the world of local news, understanding the vital role
citizens play in government oversight. Through my education and
experience leading Wayne State University’s student newspaper, I’ve
learned firsthand the importance of strong diversity in newsrooms,
and I am proud to be part of a program dedicated to making space
for journalists of all backgrounds. I look forward to bringing the
perspective of an inner-city Latina to The Chronicle’s newsroom
this summer and expanding upon coverage of marginalized communities
across the country.”
“What inspired me to apply for this scholarship was The
Chronicle of Higher Education’s mission statement, which included
‘diversity’," said Hill, a student at Howard University. “One of my
main goals is to give back and create successful programs for
African Americans to increase the number of Black people in the
media industry. This opportunity aligned with my essential goal of
making the media industry diverse. This scholarship will help me
throughout my education journey at Howard University by allowing me
to continue gaining new opportunities that will build my character,
perfect my craft in journalism, and aid me in making wise decisions
about my future endeavors.”
Each scholarship includes:
- $10,000 award
- Admission to The Chronicle’s summer editorial reporting
internship
- Admission to The Chronicle’s summer multimedia/business
internship program
- Stipend towards transportation, food, and housing costs
Eligibility for the journalism scholarship requires being an
undergraduate or graduate student at a HBCU, HSI, MSI, or an
international student pursuing a concentration in journalism or
related field. The inaugural multimedia business scholarship
eligibility requires attendance at a HBCU, HSI, or MSI located in
Maryland, Virginia, or the District of Columbia and pursuit of a
four-year degree that aligns with the media publishing industry
through fields of study in marketing, communications, information
systems, or finance.
“The Chronicle heartily congratulates Amelia Benavides-Colón and
Robert Hill on receiving their well-deserved diversity
scholarships,” said Mike Riley, president and editor in chief of
The Chronicle. “It is certainly a win for us, as they represent the
best and brightest in student journalism. They are torchbearers for
a more inclusive and equitable newsroom, and that gives me much
optimism for journalism’s future.”
About The Chronicle of Higher Education:
The Chronicle of Higher Education, founded in 1966, is a
privately owned, independent news and information organization.
Every month, The Chronicle provides more than 1.5 million
professionals across higher education the right information to make
the best decisions for their students, institutions, and careers.
For more than five decades, The Chronicle has been the unrivaled
leader in higher-ed journalism, providing award-winning news and
information, deep insights, and opportunities for professional
growth to those who shape colleges and universities. It is owned by
The Chronicle of Higher Education Inc., which publishes The
Chronicle of Higher Education, Arts & Letters Daily, and The
Chronicle Review.
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Maureen Ryan, Associate Director, Strategic Communications (703)
303-3530, maureen.ryan@chronicle.com