Washington Media Scholars Foundation and Florida Association of Broadcasters Announce Inaugural WMSF-FAB Scholarship Recipients

The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting undergraduate students pursuing careers in media, communications, and public policy, and the Florida Association of Broadcasters (FAB) today announced the inaugural recipients of the WMSF-FAB Scholarship. Established through a matching commitment between WMSF and FAB, the scholarship supports undergraduate students enrolled at […]

Washington Media Scholars Foundation Announces Fall 2026 Media Fellows Scholarship Recipients

The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) is proud to announce the recipients of its Fall 2026 Media Fellows Scholarships. Sponsored by leading media organizations and industry professionals, the Media Fellows Scholarship recognizes exceptional undergraduate students pursuing careers in media, communications, journalism, marketing, advertising, public policy, and related fields. In addition to financial support, recipients gain […]

Washington Media Scholars Foundation Announces 2026 Competition Winners

The Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) proudly announced the winners of its 17th annual Media Scholars Case Competition at a prestigious awards luncheon held on June 11th. The event, attended by media executives, university faculty, student finalists, alumni, WMSF staff, and volunteers, celebrated the exceptional talents of participating students and the Foundation’s longstanding commitment to […]

2026 Media Case Competition Finalists Announced!

We’re excited to introduce the finalists for the 2026 Media Plan Case Competition. This year’s competition challenged students to tackle a real-world issue at the intersection of media, policy, and public health. In partnership with Responsibility.org, teams were asked to develop strategic campaigns focused on expanding the adoption of Alcohol 101+ across South Carolina’s public […]

2026 Nathaniel Kronisch Memorial Scholarship Recipients

In memory of the late Nathaniel Kronisch, CEO of Buying Time Digital, the Washington Media Scholars Foundation established the Nathaniel Kronisch Memorial Scholarship to honor his lasting impact on the digital media industry. Through this scholarship, WMSF aims to recognize and support students who demonstrate creativity, curiosity, and a strong commitment to the evolving world […]

2026 Case Competition Semifinalists

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 […]

Announcing the Spring 2026 Media Fellows

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: 2026 Awards Luncheon

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 […]

WMSF Selects 70 Recipients for the Fall 2025 Media Fellows Scholarships

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

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 […]

2025 Media Case Finalists

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 […]

2025 Media Plan Case Competition Semifinalists

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, […]

Nathaniel Kronisch Memorial Scholarship

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 […]

Info Session Recording

 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

New Journal Article Release in the Journal of Advertising Education

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 […]

Media Scholars Webinar

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: […]

Fall 2024 Media Fellows

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

  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 […]

Meet the 2024 Scholars

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 Finalists Announced

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 […]