Mitchell S. Jackson Scholarship for Writers of Color

the NW Injury Law Center is pleased to announce a $1,500 Scholarship that will support an incoming college freshman student of color who wishes to pursue a degree in writing, journalism, English, communication, or a related degree.
Essay Question: In his essay “If Black English Isn’t a Language, Then Tell Me What is” author James Baldwin argues language “is the most vivid and crucial key to identity.” Write a 2-3 page essay answering the following question: How has language helped to shape your identity?
To be eligible:
• Be an incoming freshman of color who is pursuing a degree in writing, journalism, or a related field;
• Be a U.S. Citizen;
• Submit a 2-3 page essay on the prompt above.
To apply:
• Provide your contact information – first and last name, address, email address, and phone number
• Include a proof of enrollment and photo ID
• Submit the required 2-3 page essay to Scholarship@nwinjurylawcenter.com by December 20, 2016.
More information available at: http://www.nwinjurylawcenter.com/mitchell-s-jackson-scholarship