As part of its Centennial celebration, CSPA is inviting high school seniors, who have participated or are currently participating on a school publication, to enter an essay competition for a chance to win three scholarship awards.
Entrants will write a 500-750-word essay responding to the prompt, “How has working on a student publication contributed to your personal development and success?” They will also be required to submit a letter of recommendation, preferably from a publications adviser or English teacher in support of their application. Judging will be conducted by a panel appointed by CSPA and the CSPA Advisers Association.
Winners will receive free registrations to the CSPA Spring Convention/Centennial Celebration, and their essays will be published on the CSPA website. In addition, winners will also be invited to participate on a centennial panel during the convention. Scholarships will be awarded to first, second, and third-place entries, as follows:
1st Place: $3,000
2nd Place: $1,500
3rd Place: $500
Application opens December 6, 2024.
Deadline to enter: January 5, 2025
CSPA thanks the Dow Jones News Fund, which has generously donated scholarships for the winners, and for their continued support of CSPA.
Winners to be announced on or about January 31, 2025, on CSPA’s website and social media channels.
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