William B. Ruggles Journalism Scholarship

NILRR's primary function is to act as a research facility for the general public, scholars and students. It provides the supplementary analysis and research necessary to expose the inequities of compulsory unionism.

Deadline: January

Value: $2,000

Eligibility: Applicants are limited to students attending (or accepted for Fall enrollment) undergraduate or graduate institutions of higher learning throughout the United States; Demonstrate potential for the successful completion of the educational requirements in an accredited college journalism program by submitting a transcript or copy of acceptance letter from the school you are or will attend; and, or demonstrate journalistic skills by actual journalistic works including social media; Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of voluntary unionism and the economic and social problems of compulsory unionism by submitting an essay of approximately 500 words.

Major: Journalism or related majors

Fellowship Type: Undergraduate, Graduate

Nomination: No, but strongly suggested to work with the Fellowships Office

Website: William B. Ruggles Journalism Scholarship