Ho‘olono Scholarship Spring 2025

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Nā Leo TV Ho‘olono Scholarship • Spring 2025 Semester
The Ho‘o Lono Scholarship is one way Nā Leo TV is supporting Hawai‘i Island youth advance media careers! Ho‘o means "to make," and lono means "a report or news." This scholarship honors our belief in nurturing talent in broadcast, journalism, digital and creative media, and related fields to empower the next generation of storytellers in our community.

Eligibility Requirements
The Ho‘olono Scholarship is open to Hawai‘i Island youth who meet the following criteria:
- High School Seniors: Graduating from high school and accepted into a two- or four-year college with a major in a relevant field, or
- Current College Students: From Hawai‘i Island, enrolled in a post-secondary institution, and majoring in a relevant field, maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Each year, Nā Leo TV awards multiple scholarships between $1,000 - $2,500 each, ahead of both Fall and Spring semesters to help support the educational goals of promising media professionals who will contribute to and enrich Hawai‘i's content ecosystem.

Application Requirements
To be considered, complete the application by Friday, Dec. 13, 2024 at 5PM and attach the following documents:
- A letter of recommendation from someone who can speak to your skills, character, and commitment to your field of study.
- Proof of enrollment or acceptance letter from the educational institution you are attending or will attend.
- Most recent academic transcript showing a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Optional portfolio of your work including media projects such as video clips, articles, photographs, or any other relevant work samples (recommended by not required).
Only completed applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.

Selection Proess
Applications will be reviewed by members of the Nā Leo Board of Directors and Executive Team, with consideration based on:
- Dedication to your field of study and community
- Academic performance
- Extracurricular invovement and achievements
Award Notification & Presentation
Scholarship recipients will be notified via email by Friday, January 10, 2025. Awards and scholarship checks will be presented in mid-January, along with an invitation to participate in an exclusive NLTV podcast.

We look forward to supporting the next wave of Hawai‘i Island media makers. Submit your application and join a community dedicated to storytelling that matters!

Student Information

Details about you!
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Such as broadcast, journalism, digital and creative media, or a related discipline.
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Personal Narratives

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Passion and Inspiration: What sparked your interest in your selected field major/program? Share any personal experiences or influences that have inspired you to pursue this field.*

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Goals and Aspirations: What are your long-term career goals in your chosen field? How do you plan to use your education to contribute to your community and the broader world?*

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Challenges and Resilience: Describe any challenges you have faced and how you have overcome them. How have these experiences shaped your character and ambitions?*

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Impact of the Scholarship: How would receiving the Ho‘olono Scholarship help you achieve your goals? *

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Letter of Recommendation*

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OPTIONAL: Portfolio of Work

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Certification

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I hereby affirm that the information contained herein is true and correct. I agree to give proof of the information on this application if requested. I understand that receipt of this scholarship grant is contingent on enrollment in an academic institution.

I hereby grant Nā Leo TV the right to use my essay response and my image to publicize my receipt of this scholarship award, and to promote the goals of the scholarship, for editorial, trade, advertising or any other purpose and in any manner and medium, including website, internet, and social media promotion.
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