Applications are now open for the 2023 Jack Shelley Scholarship, presented by the Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association to recognize outstanding promise in the field of broadcasting. The award is named for Jack Shelley, a longtime news broadcaster and journalism professor at Iowa State University. He approached his job with tremendous energy and enthusiasm, encouraging up-and-coming journalists to strive for excellence.

When students who are eager to become broadcast journalists put in the hard work to improve their craft and position themselves to build a successful career, we as professional journalists want to recognize that effort.

Applicants for the $1,500 scholarship must be full-time college or university undergraduate students with an anticipated graduation date of the August following the date of the award or later. The scholarship is awarded based on the following three criteria:

• Dedication to broadcast journalism as a career
• Academic achievement
• Experience in the field of broadcast journalism (including internships, part-time or full-time jobs and volunteer work)

To apply, fill out the online application form by February 23, 2024.