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Beca para estudiantes hispanohablantes de posgrado en periodismo  GUIDELINES FOR THE CARLOS M. CASTAÑEDA
JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP2011-2012 GENERAL INFORMATION
The Carlos M. Castañeda Journalism Scholarship was established in 2005 to honor Carlos M. Castañeda, a Cuban-born journalist who dedicated his life to promote excellence in journalism. For more than 50 years, he worked as a reporter, editor, publisher, newspaper designer and consultant. His greatest contribution was teaching through his own example. He practiced his profession with integrity, passion, and enthusiasm. In the process, he brought out the best in others.
SCHOLARHIP INFORMATION
The FECMC grants a $7,000 one-year scholarship to a Spanish-speaking individual for graduate studies in Journalism at an accredited university in the United States, approved by the FECMC. After successfully completing the first year, the individual may apply for a second year. A second year scholarship may be granted after reviewing the student's grade point average and general performance.
In case of a tie, the jury may ask the candidates involved to write a second essay on a theme to be chosen by the judges and to be interviewed by them.
The student must present proof of acceptance to a graduate journalism program and the conditions of his or her acceptance, as well as documentation concerning the cost of the program. Half of the annual scholarship funds will be given directly to the student at the start of each semester. At the end of the first semester, if the performance and GPA are acceptable (3.0 or higher) and the student has abided by all the rules, the funds corresponding to the second semester will be released upon presentation of the corresponding documents.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. Academic Achievement - The Carlos M. Castañeda Journalism Scholarship will be awarded to a Spanish- speaking journalist or journalism student who has completed a four-year undergraduate program, with a minimum 3.0 GPA (of 4.0) average or the equivalent to a B average. An undergraduate major in journalism is not necessary.
2. Commitment to Journalism in the Spanish language - The candidate must demonstrate a sincere desire to pursue a career in the field of journalism in Spanish. The candidate must master the Spanish language at a professional level and must be able to translate thoughts into words proficiently. The candidate must demonstrate knowledge and interest for Hispanic culture and be up-to-date on current events in Latin America.
3. Acceptance to Graduate Program in Journalism - The candidate must have been accepted to a graduate journalism program at an accredited university in the United States, approved by the FECMC.
4. Candidates must agree to submit at the end of the academic year, a written evaluation of their experiences as a Carlos M. Castañeda Scholar.
REQUIRED CMC JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION MATERIALS
1. Application Form, completely filled-out.
2. All Transcript(s) of academic work in sealed envelopes with an official school seal or a signature across the flap.
3. Proof of acceptance into a graduate journalism program, with conditions of acceptance and documentation of cost.
4. Your (or your parents') most recent 1040 tax form or equivalent tax documents if you are from a foreign country.
5. Curriculum Vitae listing your educational background, work history, awards, internships, language proficiency and any work done for your school or community newspaper.
6. Reference letters (3) in separate sealed envelopes from people who know your academic and journalism work; for example, professors, advisors, employers, etc.
7. A Portfolio with three of your best stories published by professional or school publications in Spanish (photocopied and adapted to fit an 8 1/2" by 11" page).
8. An Essay containing approximately 2000 words, in Spanish, on why Carlos M. Castañeda was a champion of freedom of the press and human rights (Por qué Carlos M. Castañeda fue un paladín de la libertad de prensa y de los derechos humanos.)
9. Either a CD containing a copy of numbers 1, 5, 7 and 8 above, OR 3 photocopies of 1, 5, 7 and 8 above, whatever is more convenient for you.
IMPORTANT DATES
Application Deadline: Applications should be postmarked by April 15, 2011.
Scholarship Award: Scholarship award will be announced by the second week of June, 2011.
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