The members of AWC-DC strongly encourage and support student participation in chapter activities. The organization offers local students tremendous opportunities to learn about careers in communications and to network with women in those fields. Most events have reduced fees for student members.

Matrix Scholarship Award

The AWC-DC Matrix Scholarship is made possible by the generous support of PRofessional Solutions, LLC (www.PRstaffing.com), and is hosted by the DC Chapter of The Association for Women in Communications in affiliation with the AWC Matrix Foundation (www.matrixfoundation.us). This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a deserving college student each year at the annual AWC-DC Matrix Awards event in May.

The criteria for the award are as follows:

• Current sophomore or junior female undergraduate student, full- or part-time, attending a Washington D.C. consortium school** studying communications, advertising, journalism, public relations, marketing, or graphic arts for a bachelor's degree.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Work experience in communications or related field.
• Active in extra-curricular activities including family obligations, volunteer work, and club and organization involvement that show versatility and commitment.
• Be available to attend the Matrix Scholarship and Professional Awards Event at the National Press Club on May 19, 2010, 6 p.m.

To submit your application, complete the Scholarship Application form and email it and the following materials to Ady Dewey (ady@ideasandvision.com):

• A 500-word essay on communications career plans/goals.
• A resume.
• Two letters of recommendation with one from a professor in the field and one from a professional reference.
• A current transcript.

All entries must be received by Thursday, April 22, 2010, 5pm ET.

With special thanks to PRofessional Solutions, LLC

** American University, The Catholic University of America, Corcoran College Of Art + Design, Gallaudet University, George Mason University, Georgetown University, The George Washington University, Howard University, Marymount University, Southeastern University, Trinity University, University of the District of Columbia, and University of Maryland (College Park and University College).