The Fatima Baig Memorial Scholarship

Presented to a student enrolled in their second, third, or fourth year in any of the three Journalism programs (Bachelor of Journalism, Journalism (Diploma), Journalism (Graduate Certificate). The student will self-identify as an Indigenous Person and/or a member of an equity-deserving group and will demonstrate a proven interest in social justice reporting. The applicant will also display determination and tenacity in their reporting and personal life the way Fatima did.

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Award
$1,000.00
Scopes
Bachelor of Journalism, Faculty of Media & Creative Arts, Journalism (advanced diploma)
Deadline
09/15/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Based on the scholarship criteria, please explain why you feel you are deserving of the Fatima Baig Memorial Scholarship.
  2. Please submit your best story focusing on any of the following topics: economics, politics, or social justice issues (including families, health, education, the environment, immigrants, disability, the disenfranchised). The story can be a published or unpublished article.