National Press Photographers Foundation Inc.
Scholarships
In Photojournalism
2010 Scholarship Winners
The officers of National Press Photographers Foundation announce the recipients of the 2010 NPPF college scholarships. We are pleased to help support the education of these outstanding students.
Please take a few minutes to get to know the students and their work by clicking on the links below.
Lance Booth, Jimi Lott Scholarship
Jessey Dearing, Bob Baxter Scholarship
Dan Krauss, NPPF Still & Multimedia Scholarship
Leah Millis, Reid Blackburn Scholarship
Andrea Morales, Bob East Scholarship
Rachel Mummey, Kit King Scholarship
Five judges, all professional photojournalists, reviewed 69 portfolios submitted by students from 42 universities and colleges.
The judges are all in agreement that besides a strong still portfolio, next year's applicants will not be competitive without evidence of multimedia such as a video story or still pictures with soundtrack.
Scholarship applications are not being accepted at this time.
The call for entries for 2011 scholarships will be announced in November 2010. Please visit this site for applications forms and instructions at that time.
Questions, please email:
jwbrown@nppf.org or ffolwell@nppf.org
Grants for undergraduates and graduate students in print, online and television photojournalism
The National Press Photographers Foundation (NPPF) officers and board are pleased to announce the addition of a new scholarship in the memory of Seattle Times photographer Jimi Lott. This will bring the total of NPPF’s annual scholarships and awards to $16,500 dedicated to helping young photojournalists succeed through education.
The Lott Scholarship was funded through the diligent work of photojournalists in the Seattle area led by Betty Udesen and Melissa Marteny.
NPPF scholarships are awarded to encourage those with the talent and dedication to photojournalism and who need financial help to continue their studies. These awards are directed toward those studying full-time or returning to college. The Kit King scholarship is exclusively for photojournalists pursuing an advanced degree.
The Bob East, Reid Blackburn, Bob Baxter, Kit C. King, Jimi Lott and G. Gordon Yoder scholarships are endowed by donations from friends, family and news organizations. NPPF provides funding for the NPPF Still and Multimedia Scholarship, the NPPF TV News scholarship and the College Photographer of the Year International awards through donations from NPPA members and others. The NPPF Booster Club, made up of Life NPPA members, has provided significant funding over the years.
Donors who give a minimum of $1,000 are awarded the NPPF medal in recognition of their generosity.
The National Press Photographers Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) foundation associated with the National Press Photographers Association. NPPF is an all-volunteer organization.
The Foundation also provides funds for the Stan Kalish Picture Editing Workshop and the Virtual Video Workshop.
To apply for the NPPF scholarships listed below, download the PDF application form, which includes requirements and instructions. All application materials are to be submitted in digital format.
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NPPF Scholarships chairperson
Dr. James W. Brown, Indiana University –
jwbrown@nppf.org |
NPPF Scholarship/Award |
Chairperson |
Bob
East – $2,000
Bob East was a colorful and widely known
veteran photographer at The Miami Herald. He died from a surgical procedure accident in 1985, after
more than 45 years in the profession. NPPAÕs national secretary; he mentored many
interns.
Open to undergraduate and graduate students.
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Chuck Fadely
Miami Herald
Miami, Fla.
cfadely@herald.com |
Bob
Baxter – $2,000
Named for a New Jersey photographer who was
paralyzed in an auto accident but continued to pursue photojournalism
education. Baxter set up this scholarship before his death.
Open to undergraduate and graduate students. |
Danielle Richards
jerseygirlstockimages@verizon.net |
Reid
Blackburn – $2,000
Established by The Columbian newspaper of
Vancouver, Wash., where Reid Blackburn, 27, was a photographer until his
death in 1980. He died on
assignment at Mt. St. Helens when it erupted.
Open only to undergraduate students. |
Fay Blackburn
The
Columbian
Vancouver,Wash.
fay.blackburn@columbian.com |
NPPF
Still and Multimedia – $2,000
Supported by contributions to the NPPF
scholarship fund. NPPA members
are key to the support of this award, especially members of the NPPF Booster
Club made up of NPPA life members. It honors the profession in general and NPPA members. This award is
aimed at students with photojournalism potential, but with little opportunity
and great need.
Open only to undergraduate students. |
Bill Sanders
Citizen-Times
Asheville, N.C.
wsanders@asheville.gannett.com |
Jimi Lott – $2,000
Jimi Lott, a Seattle Times photographer for over 20 years, was known for his keen
eye, his compassion, and boundless energy. His work focused on the less fortunate in the community
including the homeless and the mentally ill. He died in 2005 at age 52.
Open only to undergraduate students. |
Betty Udesen
Seattle, Wash.
betty@udesen.com |
NPPF Scholarships chairperson
Dr. James W. Brown, Indiana University –
jwbrown@nppf.org |
NPPF
TV News – $2,000
Supported by contributions to the NPPF
scholarship fund. NPPA members
are key to the support of this award, especially members of the NPPF Booster
Club made up of NPPA life members. It honors the profession in general and NPPA members. Opportunities
for TV news photojournalism prompted this scholarship. This award is aimed at students with
TV news photojournalism potential, but with little opportunity and great
need.
Open only to undergraduate students. |
Ed Dooks
Lexington, Mass.
dooks@verizon.net |
Yoder
TV NewsVideo Workshop – $1,000
NPPA Sprague Award winner G. Gordon Yoder was
a combat correspondent-photographer in Korea, a network photojournalist covering news including the
civil rights movement in 1950Õs – 1960Õs. He designed and manufactured the innovative 16mm Yoder
Sound Camera -- the standard for TV stations and networks.
This scholarship is open to working TV
photojournalists wishing to attend the NPPA TV NewsVideo Workshop. Candidates must have at least one year full-time employment at a TV station,
network or cable news operation. |
Ed Dooks
Lexington, Mass.
dooks@verizon.net |
Kit
C. King – $2,000
As chief photographer at The Spokesman Review and Chronicle, Kit King died in a Snake
River fishing accident in November 1991. His gritty documentary photojournalism was his
trademark. He was a
compassionate photographer who cared about who he photographed.
Applicant must be pursuing a graduate degree in photojournalism. |
Dr. James W. Brown
Indiana University
Indianapolis, Ind.
jwbrown@nppf.org |
College
Photographer of the Year International
This competition, conducted by Kappa Alpha Mu
and the University of Missouri School of Journalism, recognizes work by
students currently pursuing a degree. The NPPF Booster Club provides the $1,000 Col. William Lookadoo award and the $500 Milton Freier award. |
For rules and entry information:
Rita
Reed
CPOY Director
School of Journalism
University of Missouri
109 Lee Hills Hall
Columbia, MO, 65211 reedri@missouri.edu |
The National Press Photographers Foundation Inc, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is charged with advancing press photography through education and awarding scholarships and fellowships to deserving individuals who have demonstrated ability or promise in the field of photojournalism. |
NPPF Officers and Trustees
President
Mike Smith
Guideposts Foundation
(Retired - New York Times)
mike.smith.ny@gmail.com |
Board member
Edward Dooks
(Retired - WBZ-TV)
dooks@verizon.net
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Vice President
C. Thomas Hardin
(Retired - Detroit News and Louisville Courier-Journal)
hardin@aye.net |
Board member
Michel duCille
Washington Post
ducille@washpost.com |
Treasurer
Frank S. Folwell
Consultant and trainer
(Retired - USA TODAY and The Des Moines Register)
ffolwell@nppf.org |
Scholarship Chairman
Dr. James W. Brown
Indiana University
jwbrown@nppf.org |
Secretary
Mary Lou Foy
(Retired - Washington Post)
foymarylou@yahoo.com |
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