Scholarships and Awards

The Tim Russert Department of Communication gives out over 20 awards and scholarships annually recognizing a wide variety of achievements in all areas of the major. The recipients of these awards range from students in the Sophomore class to graduating Seniors. The awards and scholarships can be applied for through self-nomination, nomination of another student, and or nomination by a faculty member.��

We offer two awards in the fall semester for which graduating seniors are eligible, the Joan L. Cunniff Scholarship in Communication and Kathryn Dolan�� Memorial Scholarship Award.

The Cunniff Award is through application/nomination. The Kathryn Dolan Award is through faculty nomination. The deadline for applications/nominations for fall 2023 is November 30, 2023. Only graduating senior are eligible for these awards.

For spring 2024, the application/nomination deadline for the scholarships is Monday, February 12, 2024!

Click through the tabs below to find��links to the application forms.��

Scholarships and Awards by Application
- Austin J. Freeley Debate Scholarship
- Florence B. and Lawrence M. Druckenbrod Jr. Endowed Scholarship for Communication Ethics
- Fred H. McClure Scholarship for Promising Communication Majors
- General Electric Scholarship Award for Public Relations
- James J. Breslin /WEWS Memorial Scholarship for Media Production
- Joan Louise Cunniff Scholarship in Communication��
- Lee Andrews Memorial Broadcasters Scholarship
- Mary E. Beadle Scholarship
- Michael Mansmann Endowed Scholarship for Creative Writing in Communication
- WJCU Bookstore Directors Award
- The Brossmann Family Scholarship for Competitive Speaking
Scholarships and Awards by Faculty Selection
- Kathryn Dolan Memorial Scholarship��
- Patti Rosenfeld Endowed Scholarship
- Plain Dealer Journalism Scholarship
Recognition Awards by Application
- Outstanding Senior Award
- Society of Professional Journalists Award
- Top IMC Student Most Creative Award
Recognition Awards by Faculty Nomination
- Academic Excellence Award
- Debate - President’s Cup Award
- Debate - Dean’s Cup Award
- Outstanding Speaker in Forensics

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The application/nomination deadline for the scholarships is Monday, February 12, 2024!

The Austin Freeley Debate Scholarship

The Austin J. Freeley Debate Scholarship is awarded to recruit and retain outstanding debaters to maintain the strong tradition of the ��AV debate teams.

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the Austin J. Freeley Scholarship, featuring contributions to competitive debate at ��AV. Contributions can include competitive success, debate research, leadership, and involvement with on-campus debate opportunities.��

2023 Recipients--Laken Kincaid, Sydnie Oakleaf, Michael Walsh
2021 Recipients -- Laken Kincaid
2020 Recipients –��Debra Cha, Aiden Keenan, Michael Roth
2019 Recipient – Meg Frankenberger
2018 Recipient – Zachary Zinda
2017 Recipient – Zachary Zinda
2016 Recipient – Zachary Zinda
2015 Recipients – Brigette Mendes, Austin Rivers
2014 Recipients – Brigette Mendes, Christopher Mitschow
2013 Recipients – Emily Stolfer, Noel Massarelli
2012 Recipients – Noel Massarelli, Emily Stolfer
2011 Recipients – Josh Brossmann, Will Butler

The Fred H. McClure ’53 Scholarship for Promising Communication Majors

The Fred H. McClure ’53 Scholarship for Promising Communication Majors is awarded to a rising junior communication major in the Tim Russert Department of Communication. The recipient(s) will be announced at the completion of the sophomore year, awarded during the junior year and renewed in the senior year, but limited to two years. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why Communication is the major you choose to pursue. The scholarship stipulates the students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and must be actively involved in at least one department experiential learning component.��

2023 Recipients -- Kara Grose, Laken Kincaid
2022 Recipients -- Taylor Anthony, Laken Kincaid
2021 Recipients -- Anna Meyer, Taylor Anthony
2020 Recipients��– Gavyn Martin, Anna Meyer
2019 Recipients��– Olivia Shackleton, Gavyn Martin
2018 Recipients – Sean Freeman, Olivia Shackleton
2017 Recipient – Sean Freeman
2016 Recipient – Anne Brennan
2015 Recipient – Joseph McCarthy
2014 Recipient – Thuy Le

The General Electric Scholarship Award for��Public Relations

The General Electric Scholarship is awarded to a senior communication major who has interest and ability in public relations. Selections are made in junior year and awarded in senior year. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

Criteria: Awarded to a rising senior who embodies the creativity, passion, and inventiveness required in the discipline of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). Student excels in any of the IMC disciplines including public relations, advertising, graphic design, or social media, as demonstrated through coursework, internships, co-curricular engagement, and other experiential learning components. Fulfilling the GE slogan “Imagination at Work,” the recipient has clear potential to shine brightly in this profession. Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the General Electric Scholarship. Provide specific examples of how the individual fulfills the GE slogan “Imagination At Work”, the recipient has clear potential to shine brightly in this profession as demonstrated through coursework, internships, co-curricular engagement, and other experiential learning components.��

2023 Recipients -- Shaina Kuper, Katelyn Vargo
2022 Recipient -- Carly DeArmit
2021 Recipient -- Samantha Goad
2020 Recipient��– Michael Ulishney
2019 Recipient – Tara Byrne
2018 Recipient – Julia Ruggerio
2017 Recipients – Chloe Slavin, Megan Stechler
2016 Recipient – Alexa Kempton
2015 Recipient – Gwendolyn Brassell
2014 Recipient – Ellen Dietrick
2013 Recipient – Lauren Cafarell
2012 Recipient – Alexis Gallo
2011 Recipient – Caitlin Cardosi

The James Breslin ’40 / WEWS Memorial Scholarship for Media Production

The James Breslin ’40/ WEWS Scholarship is awarded to a senior communication major who has had outstanding work in broadcast production, reflects skill and development in the potential field of television and multimedia production. Selections are made in junior year and awarded in senior year. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

Criteria: Completed at least 1 production-oriented digital media course, extra consideration for involvement with production/professional- oriented activities – JCT4, WJCU, PSSRA. Has demonstrated growing skill in one or more of the following areas; performance, writing, TV/multimedia production including visuals, assembly and audio. Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the James Breslin ’40 / WEWS Scholarship for Media Production.��

2023 Recipient -- Stephen Claybaker
2022 Recipient -- Taylor Anthony
2021 Recipient -- Anna Meyer
2020 Recipient��– Maria Knepshield
2019 Recipient – Maria Knepshield
2018 Recipient – Darrell Lane
2017 Recipient – Darren Mikus, Anna Artkowsky
2016 Recipient – Robin Goist
2015 Recipient – Matthew Hribar
2014 Recipient – Ashley Bastock
2013 Recipient – Andrew Ettinger
2011 Recipient – Jen Holton
2010 Recipient – James Burry

The Joan Louise Cunniff Scholarship in Communication-Awarded in Fall Semester

The Joan Louise Cunniff in Communication is awarded to a senior Communication major on basis of academic standing and excellence in interpersonal skills. Joan Louise Cunniff who was a teacher, and community leader, who made an indelible impression on all she touched. Wise and of good humor, she helped many grow and succeed along the way. Joan’s family and friends established this award to honor and remember her through the Department of Communications. Selections are made in junior year and awarded in senior year. (Monetary Award).

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the award that recognizes outstanding work in interpersonal communication through coursework, research, internships, and co-curricular or service experiences in the individual’s life. Provide specific examples that demonstrate the individuals understanding of interpersonal communication theory and praxis.��

Note: this award is given to a graduating senior only

2023 Recipients -- Maria Coughlin, Constance Economus, Thalia Economus
2022 Recipient -- Samantha Goad
2021 Recipient -- Jacqueline Goldcamp
2020 Recipient��– Anabelle Nietupski
2019 Recipient – Abigail Seelie
2018 Recipient – Haley Smith
2017 Recipient – Tyrell Davis
2016 Recipient – Brooke Weber
2015 Recipient – Kristen Gittinger
2014 Recipient – Rachel Friend
2013 Recipient – Brynne Deppas
2012 Recipient – Amanda Corsi
2011 Recipient – Maura Jochum

The Lee Andrews Memorial Broadcasters Scholarship

The Lee Andrews Memorial Broadcasters Scholarship is given in the senior year to a communication major who has contributed the most to WJCU and who seeks a career in radio. Selections are made in junior year and awarded in senior year. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the Lee Andrews Memorial Broadcasters Scholarship that recognizes the communication major who intends to pursue a career in broadcasting, preferably radio, and has contributed the most to WJCU. The scholarship recognizes individuals who are dedicated to helping people, enjoy life, and excel at radio. Provide specific examples that demonstrate the ways the individual nominated meets these criteria.��

2023 Recipient -- Evan Richwalskly
2022 Recipient -- Logan Potosky
2021 Recipient -- Quinn Orloff
2020 Recipient��– Brandi Sutton
2019 Recipient – Morgan Kuklinca
2018 Recipient – Will Blake
2017 Recipients – Rose Dolan, Robin Goist
2016 Recipients – Joe Ginley, Jane Kosko
2015 Recipients – Madison Baggett, Hailey Meinen
2014 Recipient – Dale Armbruster
2013 Recipient – Rachel Halle
2012 Recipient- Spencer German
2011 Recipients – Amanda Corsi, Howard Regal

Mary E. Beadle Scholarship��Given to a Communication major who has consistent participation of at least two semesters with one of the following student organizations: WJCU, JC-TV, Carroll News. The student demonstrated leadership in one of the three department organizations as listed above or a campus organization; leadership includes formal roles as well as project based within the organization. Applicant maintains a 3.0 GPA minimum overall and in the major. Given to a junior for senior year. (Monetary award toward tuition).��

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as t why the candidate should be considered for the Mary Beadle Scholarship in Communication. Provide specific examples of the individual's leadership in WJCU, JC-TV, or The Carroll News over at least two semesters. Leadership is defined as being an officer or in charge of an organizational project.��

2023 Recipient -- Laken Kincaid
2022 Recipient -- Taylor Anthony
2021 Recipient -- Anna Meyer
2020 Recipient��– Brandi Sutton
2019 Recipient – Sophia Maltese
2016 Recipient – Joseph McCarthy
2015 Recipient – Katelyn DeBaun

The Michael Mansmann ’01 Endowed Scholarship for Creative Writing in Communication

The Michael Mansmann ’01 Scholarship provides a scholarship to a student who is a Communication major and has an interest in creative writing. Michael majored in Communication and had a passion for writing. During his years on campus, he wrote for the Carroll News and he also crafted short stories and poems. Described as a sensitive but gregarious young man, Michael worked at an Irish pub, where he was reportedly perceived as having notable ability to engage the people he encountered with charm and anecdotes. Selections are made in junior year and awarded in senior year. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the Michael Mansmann Award that recognizes student interest in creative writing, storytelling, and journalism. Provide specific examples that demonstrate excellence in the individual’s storytelling ability as evidenced through coursework, experiential learning, and internships.

2023 Recipient -- Jenna Kieley
2022 Recipient -- Georgia Lattas
2021 Recipient -- Makayla Kampas
2020 Recipient��– Natalia Pozuelo-Arbide, Kaitlin Ryan
2019 Recipient – Kathleen Mackey
2018 Recipient – Madison Mooney

WJCU Bookstore Directors Award The WJCU Bookstore Directors Award provides $500 Follett gift card a semester to students who have been actively involved with day to day operations at WJCU radio for at least two semesters prior to the time of application and demonstrate an academic standing of at least 3.0 GPA at the time of application. Applicants must submit a short essay outlining their career goals at the time of application. This award is for use in their senior year. (Monetary Award).

2022 Recipient -- Ashley McCall
2021 Recipient -- Garrett Zabinski
2020 Recipient��– Noah Tylutki
2019 Recipient – Zachary Barr
2018 Recipient – Will Blake, Caylan Fazio
2017 Recipient – Madeline Corbitt, Rose Dolan
2016 Recipients – Monica Angelotti, Shanice Winston
2015 Recipient – Joseph Ginley, Jane Kosko, Karly Kovac
2014 Recipients – Amanda Farinelli, Hailey Meinen, David Schillero
2013 Recipients – Dale Armbruster, Rebecca Ferlotti, Benedict Toth
2012 Recipients – Matthew Crow, Nehemiah Jackson, Scott McMillen

The Brossmann Family Award for Competitive Speaking��  �� The Brossmann Family Award for Competitive Speaking is awarded to recruit and retain outstanding public speakers to maintain the strong tradition of the ��AV speech team.��Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the Brossmann Scholarship, featuring contributions to competitive speech at ��AV. Contributions can include competitive success, leadership, and involvement with on-campus public speaking opportunities.��

More information regarding the total cost of attendance can be found here.

The deadline for this scholarship is November 2023.

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The Kathryn E. Dolan Communication Memorial Scholarship��Established in her memory by her family and friends, the Kathryn Dolan Communication Memorial Scholarship provides financial aid to a graduating senior communication major who has contributed to department goals and programs (Monetary Award).��

2023 Recipient -- Logan Potosky
2022 Recipient -- Aiden Keenan
2021 Recipient -- Morgan Jochum
2020 Recipient��– Jenna Noce
2019 Recipient – Kelly Fichtner
2018 Recipient – Janessa Brickman
2017 Recipient – Ciara Crossey
2016 Recipient – Caroline Tighe
2015 Recipient – Rachel Distler
2014 Recipient – Emily Stolfer
2013 Recipient – Joshua Brossmann
2012 Recipient- Amanda Corsi
2011 Recipient – Duchess Adjei

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The application/nomination deadline for the scholarships listed below is Monday, February 12, 2024.

The Patti Rosenfeld Endowed Scholarship The Patti J. Rosenfeld Endowed Scholarship in Communication is awarded annually to a full-time, rising senior majoring in communication who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement and demonstrate financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid. (Monetary Award toward tuition).��

2023 Recipients -- Emily Davala, Alexa Flauto
2022 Recipients -- Emily Davala, Alexa Flauto
2021 Recipient -- Autumn Hale, Kaitlin Ryan
2020 Recipient��– Samantha Ubalde-Fay
2019 Recipient – Jenna Noce
2018 Recipient – Alexia Keller, Kelly Yurick
2017 Recipient – Dana Ilacqua, Lauren Morgan, Haley Smith
2016 Recipient – Peter Hopkins
2015 Recipient – Angelica Bucci
2014 Recipients – Courtney Radtkin, Karyn Adams
2013 Recipient – Maura Stewart
2012 Recipient- Brian Bayer
2011 Recipient – Carrie Vollentine

The Plain Dealer Journalism Scholarship The Plain Dealer Scholarship provides financial assistance to a rising senior who demonstrates an interest in print/online journalism, human resources, or an entrepreneurial effort related to public media or business management, and is a current resident of Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, Portage, Summit, Medina, or Lorain counties. Candidates must demonstrate financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid. (Monetary Award toward tuition).��

2023 Recipient -- Grace Sherban
2022 Recipient -- Logan Potoskly
2021 Recipient -- Nicolette Noce
2020 Recipient��– Ella Schuellerman
2019 Recipient – Olivia Shackleton
2018 Recipient – Edward Marotta
2017 Recipient – Julie Hullett
2016 Recipients – Laura Bednar, Mary Frances McGowan
2015 Recipient – Joseph Ginley
2014 Recipient – Alexandra Higl
2013 Recipients – Zachary Mentz, Ryllie Danylko
2012 Recipients – Daniel Cooney, Brian Bayer
2011 Recipient – Dan Cooney

The application/nomination deadline for the scholarships is Monday, February 12, 2024.

Outstanding Senior Award Awarded to an outstanding graduating COM major who has been heavily involved in at least two areas of the major…not awarded every year.

2023 Recipient -- Taylor Anthony, Logan Potosky
2022 Recipient -- Anna Meyer
2021 Recipient -- Rachel Scully
2020 Recipient��–�� Meg Frankenberger
2019 Recipient – John Tucci
2018 Recipient – John Alfes
2017 Recipient – Joseph McCarthy
2016 Recipient – Joseph Ginley
2015 Recipient – Alexandra Higl
2014 Recipient – Dale Armbruster
2013 Recipient – Brian Bayer
2012 Recipient – Matthew Crow
2010 Recipient – Craig Willert

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the Outstanding Senior Award, featuring contributions to two or more experiential learning programs within the department (The Carroll News, forensics, the honor societies, JCTV-4, PRSSA, Society for Professional Journalists, theatre, WJCU).��

Society of Professional Journalists Award Awarded to the COM major who has contributed the most in ideas, leadership, and effort to the campus chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

Criteria:Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the SPJ Award. Provide specific examples of the individual’s contributions in the areas of ideas, effort, and leadership to the campus chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

2022 Recipient -- Anna Meyer
2020 Recipient��– Sophia Maltese
2019 Recipient – Sophia Maltese
2018 Recipient – Julie Hullett
2017 Recipient – Mary Frances McGowan
2016 Recipient – Katelyn DeBaun
2014 Recipient – Alexandra Higl
2013 Recipient – Rachelle Halle

Top IMC Student Most Creative Award Awarded to a graduating fourth-year student with an exceptional e-portfolio that showcases his or her experiences in the Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) concentration. The e-portfolio must be “best in class” in terms of a distinctive and professional on-line presence. The content of the portfolio will demonstrate depth and breadth, showing relevant representation of work accomplished in class and through experiential learning including participation in co-curricular programs and clubs, internships, or other similar learning opportunities where the student has had the chance to participate in the development of the marketing communication materials.

Criteria: Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered the top IMC Student/most creative in the Russert Department. Provide a clear narrative that persuades the judges the individual demonstrates depth and breadth, shows relevant representation of work accomplished in class and through experiential learning including participation in co-curricular programs and clubs, internships, or other similar learning opportunities.��

2023 Recipient -- Maria Coughlin
2022 Recipient -- Noelle Byrne
2020 Recipient��– Molly Killeen, Olivia Stein
2019 Recipient – Katie O'Connell
2018 Recipient – Chloe Slavin

The application/nomination deadline for the scholarships is Monday, February 12, 2024.

Florence B and Lawrence M. Druckenbrod Jr. Endowed Scholarship in��Communication Ethics Given for the junior or senior year to a Communication major who has completed or is enrolled in COM 3051 Communication Ethics. Participants must be graduating December 2023 or later.

The scholarship is awarded through COM 3051 Communication Ethics.

2023 Recipient -- Constance Economus
2022 Recipient -- Constance Economus
2021 Recipient -- Kendra Keene
2020 Recipient��– Maria Knepshield
2019 Recipient – Meghan Conley, Hannah Fries
2018 Recipient – Rose Dolan
2017 Recipient – Megan Stechler
2016 Recipient – Angelica Bucci
2015 Recipient – Meghan Ellrich
2014 Recipient – Ashley Bastock
2013 Recipient – Taylor Horen
2010 Recipient – Anna Schade

Academic Excellence Award��Awarded to the graduating senior with the highest overall grade point average.��

2023 Recipients -- Constance Economus,Thalia Economus,Timothy Flannery, Logan Potosky
2022 Recipient -- Aiden Keenan
2021 Recipient -- Maria Knepshield, Sophia Maltese, Brandi Williams
2020 Recipient��– Jenna Noce
2019 Recipient – Mariella van der Sluijs
2018 Recipient – Janessa Brickman
2017 Recipient – Emily Mastroianni
2016 Recipients – Gwendolyn Brassell, Thuy Le
2015 Recipient – Ashley Bastock
2014 Recipient – Lisa Perry
2013 Recipient – Joshua Brossmann
2012 Recipients – Jennifer Holton, Howard Regal
2011 Recipient – Taylor Nagy

Debate – President’s Cup: Awarded to an outstanding debater based on level of competition and contributions to the team.

2023 Recipient -- Laken Kincaid
2022 Recipient -- Laken Kincaid
2021 Recipient -- Debra Cha
2020 Recipient��– Debra Cha
2019 Recipient – Zachary Zinda
2018 Recipient – Zachary Zinda
2017 Recipient – Zachary Zinda
2016 Recipients – Brigette Mendes, Zachary Zinda
2015 Recipients – Brigette Mendes, Christopher Mitschow
2014 Recipients – Emily Stolfer, Noel Massarelli
2013 Recipients – Emily Stolfer, Noel Massarelli
2012 Recipients- Joshua Brossmann, Shannon Parker
2011 Recipients – Will Butler, Josh Brossmann

Debate – Dean’s Cup: Awarded to an outstanding novice (first year) debater.��

2023 Recipient -- Tate Farinacci, Sarah Foster
2022 Recipient -- Michael Walsh
2021 Recipient -- Laken Kincaid
2020 Recipient��– Michael Roth
2019 Recipient – Deborah Cha
2018 Recipient – Kyle Gateson
2017 Recipient – Mariella van der Sluijs
2015 Recipients – Anthony Iacono, Austin Rivers
2014 Recipients – Christopher Mitschow, Brigette Mendes
2013 Recipients – Christopher Mitschow, Jeremy Himmelright
2012 Recipients — Noel Massarelli, Emily Stolfer

Outstanding Speaker in Forensics: Awarded to an outstanding speaker in intercollegiate speech competition.��

2023 Recipient -- Sydnie Oakleaf
2022 Recipient -- Sydnie Oakleaf
2021 Recipient -- Max Malley, Sara Sfeir
2020 Recipient��– Meg Frankenberger
2019 Recipient – Meg Frankenberger
2018 Recipient – Meg Frankenberger
2017 Recipients – Adil Abdulahi, Soorya�� Paremeswaran

These scholarships and awards have been retired from the Communication department. However, we would still like to honor their legacy and recognize the former recipients of these scholarships and awards.��

The Alan R. Stephenson Scholarship in Communication

The Alan R. Stephenson Scholarship is awarded the junior year to a Communication major who has a special interest in television, radio, or mass media, and demonstrates satisfactory progression toward degree completion within four years. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

Criteria: Scholarship reflects personal advancement in the philosophy, art, and craft of video & multimedia production via demonstration of their ability to generate a quality finished work, suitable for public release. Students show production quality through storytelling, visuals, assembly, audio and reflect the values of Tim Russert Department of Communication, including one or more of the following: excellence, relevance, service, justice. Please provide a concise explanation (500 words or less) as to why the candidate should be considered for the Alan R. Stephenson Scholarship in Communication. Provide specific examples of the individual’s work that reflects personal advancement in the philosophy, art, and craft of video & multimedia production.

2020 Recipient��– Alexander Rowe
2019 Recipient – Nathan Statt
2018 Recipient – Madison Mooney
2017 Recipient – Leah Brady
2016 Recipient – Rachel Vadja
2015 Recipient – Thomas Manning
2014 Recipient – David Schillero
2013 Recipient – Gabriella Kreuz
2012 Recipient- Curtis Walker
2011 Recipient – Howard Regal

Alpha Psi Omega Award��Was awarded to a graduating senior who displayed outstanding leadership and achievement in more than one area of theatre.

2018 Recipient – Dylan Regan
2017 Recipient – Vonica Zielinski
2015 Recipients – Marie Bshara, Robin Weaver
2014 Recipient – Emily Stolfer
2013 Recipient – Sara Abbott
2011 Recipient – Ali Karolczak

Bobbi Bokman-Rogers Award��Was given to a rising senior in the Communication major who was active in PRSSA and demonstrated��extraordinary commitment to public relations. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

2017 Recipient – Janessa Brickman
2016 Recipient – Megan Stechler
2014 Recipient – Nina Garcia-Wasnich
2013 Recipient – Alyssa Giannirakis
2010 Recipient – Megan Abraham

The John J. Reardon ’59 Memorial Scholarship��Was awarded to a rising senior in the Communication major who had significantly contributed to JCU Theatre. Selections were made in junior year and awarded in senior year. (Monetary Award toward tuition).

2018 Recipient – Marcello Hernandez
2017 Recipient – Dylan Regan
2016 Recipient – Vonica Zielinski
2014 Recipients – Robin Weaver, Amanda Farinelli
2013 Recipient – Emily Stolfer
2012 Recipients – Sara Abbott, Brendan Hancock
2011 Recipient – Brian Devers

Professional Encouragement Award A subscription to one of the communication journals was awarded to a COMM graduate student who demonstrated commitment to the discipline and an excellent academic performance.

2016 Recipient – Dale Armbruster
2015 Recipient – Kasey Foley
2014 Recipient – Tea Kokhreidze
2013 Recipient – Howard Regal
2012 Recipient – Peter Honsberger
2011 Recipient – Angie Weimer

Superior Performance in Theatre Production:��Was awarded to a student who has displayed superior achievement in acting, directing, design, or management.

2018 Recipient – Laura Matteo, Alexandra Montesano
2017 Recipient – Kimberley Rutherford
2016 Recipients – Jacqueline DiFrangia, Nathaniel Marugg
2015 Recipients – Amanda Farinelli, Jacqueline Uhlik
2014 Recipient – Luke Hearty
2013 Recipients – Brendan Hancock, Margaret McPhee
2012 Recipients – Brian Devers, Daniel Simpson
2011 Recipient – Taylor Nagy

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