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2024-25 Rick Bonnell Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Rick Bonnell, the longtime Charlotte Observer Hornets beat writer who passed away in June 2021, the Charlotte Hornets Foundation will award one scholarship of $10,000 annually to a journalism student currently enrolled at a North Carolina college or university. Through the Rick Bonnell Memorial Scholarship, the Charlotte Hornets Foundation hopes to continue Rick’s commitment to journalism and passion for mentoring young reporters.
As the Hornets launch year four, we are excited to find the next scholar to continue Rick’s legacy.
Application closes on January 6.
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Are you currently a student, in good standing, at a college or university in North Carolina?
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What is your current GPA?
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Are you currently enrolled as a journalism major or minor at an accredited college or university?
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Which college or university are you currently enrolled in?
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How do you foresee yourself utilizing your journalism degree in the future?
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Please elaborate on why you should be selected as the Rick Bonnell Memorial Scholarship recipient?
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Outline any career and/or life goals and objectives that the Rick Bonnell Memorial Scholarship would enable you to achieve.
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By clicking “Agree” below, you are agreeing that all of the information you have submitted is truthful and accurate, and acknowledge that the information will be reviewed by the Charlotte Hornets Foundation. Any inaccuracies may disqualify your application. You further acknowledge that if you are selected, you will be required to sign a release and waiver providing certain permissions to use your name, photo, likeness and submission materials for commercial purposes by the Charlotte Hornets Foundation, Charlotte Hornets, & the NBA.
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