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Provides assistance to attend the IRE Conference, June 19-22, 2025 in New Orleans. LA.

Description

The scholarship is made possible by Dr. James Richard Bennett, professor emeritus of English at the University of Arkansas. 

Who is eligible?

Journalism students in Arkansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma or Louisiana. University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students are not eligible. 

What does the fellowship provide?

For attending the conference in-person, the fellowship includes:

  • One-year IRE membership/renewal ($25 value)
  • Complimentary conference registration included
  • Four hotel nights (up to $956 value)
  • Travel stipend ($500)

Required application materials:

  • LinkedIn page or link to resume
  • Links to two clips showcasing journalism work
  • Link to college transcript

How to donate to this fellowship/scholarship fund:

If you wish to contribute to this fellowship, you can donate through IRE’s online donation form and indicate the name of the fund in the form.

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