Washington Media Scholars Foundation Announces 2026 Media Plan Case Competition Semifinalists The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) is pleased to announce the semifinalist for the 2026 Media Plan Case Competition. Selected from a highly competitive national pool, these students demonstrated exceptional strategic thinking, creativity, and media expertise throughout the qualifying round. The Media Plan Case […]
The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) is proud to announce the recipients of the Spring 2026 Media Fellows Scholarship, recognizing undergraduate students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, financial need, and a clear interest in careers at the intersection of media, communications, and public policy. Alyssa Shaw, University of South Carolina Ataeviya T Dilworth, Morgan State […]
Save the Date: June 11, 2026 Mark your calendars! On June 11, 2026, the Washington Media Scholars Foundation will host a day of celebration and connection in Washington, D.C. Join us for two signature events: Awards Luncheon Celebrate the finalists and winners of the 2026 Media Plan Case Competition as they’re recognized for their innovative campaigns addressing […]
The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the Fall 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, […]
Washington Media Scholars Foundation Announces 2025 Competition Winners The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) proudly announced the winners of its 16th annual Media Scholars Case Competition at a prestigious awards luncheon held on June 12th. The event, attended by media executives, university faculty, student finalists, alumni, WMSF staff, and volunteers, celebrated the exceptional talents and […]
We’re excited to introduce the finalists for the 2025 Media Case Competition! This year’s competition brought together an incredible group of students from across the country, each showcasing bold ideas, creative thinking, and strategic insight. With a record number of exceptional submissions, our panel of judges faced the difficult task of narrowing down the field. […]
Katie Floyd Named 2024 Nathaniel Kronisch Memorial Scholarship Recipient The Washington Media Scholars Foundation is proud to announce Katie Floyd, a student at Ithaca College, as the 2025 recipient of the Nathaniel Kronisch Memorial Scholarship. Originally from Colorado, Katie is studying Integrated Marketing Communications with minors in Still Photography and Psychology. She is passionate about […]
Exciting Announcement: A Record-Setting Semifinalist Group! This year’s Media Case Competition has seen an outstanding level of participation, and we are thrilled to share that we have the largest group of semifinalists in competition history! Join us in congratulating the 2025 Semifinalists: Marissa Massaro and Rebeca Romero, Adelphi University Julia Iovino and Joe Sawma, Adelphi […]
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, […]
In memory of the late Nathaniel Kronisch, CEO of Buying Time Digital, Washington Media Scholars Foundation is proud to establish the Nathaniel Kronisch Memorial Scholarship. Nathaniel’s passion for digital media and commitment to excellence continue to inspire the next generation of storytellers. This scholarship is designed to empower students who demonstrate exceptional creativity and a […]
 Missed our info session? No worries! We’ve got you covered with the full recording, so you can catch up on all the details and insights. Click the link to watch and learn how you can get involved in the Media Case Competition! 👉https://youtu.be/GzCrH3lFPzk
We’re excited to announce the release of a unique publication in The Journal of Advertising Education, co-authored by Dr. Linwan Wu from the University of South Carolina School of Journalism and Mass Communications and Allyssa Andrews, a distinguished media buying professional, former student of Dr. Wu, and the 2018 WMSF Media Case Competition winner. In […]
2025 Media Case Competition Qualifying Round Documents Now Available We’re excited to announce that the qualifying round documents for the 2025 Media Case Competition are now live on our website! Participants can now access the materials they need to begin preparing their case submissions. This year’s competition promises to challenge students to think critically and […]
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar, featuring distinguished professors from our past Media Scholars teams. This event is designed to provide valuable insights into the Media Scholars program, with a special focus on our signature Media Case Competition. Hosted by: Dr. Jay Newell, Iowa State University Professor Jason Freeman, Brigham Young University Date: […]
WMSF Selects 65 Recipients for the Fall 2024 Media Fellows Scholarships The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) is proud to announce the recipients of the Fall 2024 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 […]
Washington Media Scholars Foundation Announces 2024 Competition Winners The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) proudly announced the winners of its 15th annual Media Scholars Case Competition at a prestigious awards luncheon held on June 6th. The event, attended by 160 media executives, university faculty, student finalists, alumni, WMSF staff, and volunteers, celebrated the exceptional […]
We are thrilled to showcase the exceptional finalists who have advanced to the final stage of the 2024 Media Case Competition. Visit our website to discover the names and profiles of these remarkable students. Join us in celebrating their dedication, passion, and hard work. Let’s cheer them on as they prepare to showcase their talents […]
2024 Media Case Competition, Finalists Announced! WMSF is thrilled to announce the finalists for its highly anticipated 2024 Media Case Competition. The competition, which aimed to celebrate and recognize outstanding talent in the field of media, saw a record breaking number of participants. After careful consideration and rigorous evaluation by our esteemed panel of judges, […]
🌟 Exciting News: Our Semifinalists Have Been Selected! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve carefully reviewed all the incredible entries, and our SEMIFINALISTS have been chosen! This year’s teams represent: Adelphi University Ball State University Brigham Young University Iowa State University Ithaca College La Salle University Lamar University Michigan State University Pima Community College […]
Exciting Opportunity for Students to Choose a  Stance for Their Media Plan! For the first time in our 15-year history, students have the  opportunity to select a stance for their media plan. This is your chance to weigh in on online sports betting legislation and choose between PRO-sports betting or ANTI-sports betting. To participate, […]
We’re thrilled to bring you an incredible opportunity to gain insights from the best of the best. Join us for a virtual panel discussion featuring our esteemed past Media Scholars, who will be sharing their valuable advice to help you ace the qualifying round! Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024Â Time: 1:00 PM EST […]
Save the Date 🌟 Save the Date- 2024 Awards Luncheon and Networking Reception, JUNE 6th! 🌟 Mark your calendars! We are thrilled to announce the date for our highly anticipated 2024 events! June 6, 2024 Awards Luncheon 12:00- 2:00 PM National Association of Broadcasters Networking Reception 5:00-7:00 PM District E in the Capital One Arena […]
Qualifying Round is LIVE! The Qualifying Round of the 2024 Washington Media Scholars Foundation Case Competition is NOW LIVE! Compete for Scholarships and an All-Expense Paid trip to Washington, DC! 3 Easy Steps Register online at https://www.mediascholars.org/media-scholars Submit the Media Case Plan Win scholarships and network in Washington, DC Click here to learn more
WASHINGTON, DC –Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) held its 14th annual scholarship awards luncheon today, attended by 150 media executives, university faculty, student finalists, alumni, WMSF staff, volunteers and leadership.  A total of $25,500 in student scholarships were awarded at the final event capping off a week-long immersive student experience and advertising policy media case […]
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