The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) is proud to announce the recipients of the Spring 2025 Media Fellows Scholarships. 

The Media Fellows Scholarships, sponsored by prominent media industry leaders, aim to recognize and support outstanding students pursuing careers in media-related fields. This scholarship not only provides financial support but unique opportunities to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and access to industry professionals. With a focus on academic merit, leadership potential, and passion for media, these recipients were selected from a record number of applicants from colleges and universities across the country:

Akithma Moraes, Pace University

Alexa Bonilla, James Madison University

Alison Hog, Barnard College

Aliyah D Chasten, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Allison Bolden, Chicago State University

Amia Calandrea Carter, Alabama State University

Anna Malinowski, Gannon University

Avery Vogelzang, Brigham Young University

Chloe Hill, University of Cincinnati

Erin Connor, Hampton University

Hunter Mattes, University of South Carolina

Janaissy Pineda Alvarez, Ithaca College

Jasmine Brockington, Hampton University

Jordyn Isaacs, Hampton University

Kathryn Pabon, East Stroudsburg University

Kevin Gruen, Temple University

Kira Caspers, Arizona State University

Lily Hansen, Brigham Young University

Mackenzie Williams, Howard University

Malia Middleton, University of South Carolina

Maria Eduarda Carvalho Formoso, Ithaca College

Meredith Waropay, Ithaca College

Olivia Ritz, University of Rochester

Rachel Dalloo, Baruch College – CUNY

Samantha Rosinski, Chapman University

Samundra Raj Ghimire, American University

Steven Matthews Jr., North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Tony Bowe, Brigham Young University

Trinity Polk, Hampton University

Trinity Williams, University of Miami

For over 15 years, the Washington Media Scholars Foundation has been at the forefront of empowering undergraduate students with the tools and expertise needed to thrive in the media industry. Through its robust programs, mentorship opportunities, and networking initiatives, WMSF has fostered the growth of a new wave of media professionals who continue to leave a lasting impact.

For more information about WMSF and its programs, please visit www.mediascholars.org  or contact Executive Director, Tori McMichael at tori.mcmichael@mediascholars.org.