Monday is the deadline for this easy-to-apply scholarship for PR students

I proudly serve as the president of the Richmond Public Relations Foundation. Every year, we give out three $1,500 scholarships to public relations students in Virginia.

The deadline to apply is this Monday, Oct. 12 at 11:59 EST.

If you’re a junior or senior, I hope you’ll consider submitting materials. Get all the details here.

Applying is easy. You’ll need to submit a one-page essay focused on “why you want to work in PR and how you have prepared yourself for a career in communications,” a resume and your (official or unofficial) transcripts.

Here are some areas judges look for in essays:

  • Enthusiasm for PR
  • Use of AP Style
  • Error-free writing
  • Creativity
  • School and work experience
  • Community involvement
  • PR or communications experience

Need a pep talk? Listen to previous scholarship recipient Jasmyn Louis make her case!

Cameron McPherson

Cameron builds strategic communication campaigns that increase awareness and build public support. His familiarity with Virginia’s local markets helps clients navigate and understand complex and emerging issues. He frequently assists new companies, restaurants and other organizations launch in the Richmond market through public relations tactics.

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