Montana Broadcasters Association Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Montana Broadcasters Association
Overview
Montana’s radio and television stations seek talented people passionate about storytelling, community service, technology, sales, and the future of broadcasting. The Montana Broadcasters Association (MBA) connects students and professionals with education, career pathways, and funding opportunities across the state. MBA-supported scholarships help both entry-level students and those advancing their careers in broadcast fields. These awards are intended to strengthen the local broadcasting workforce and support hands-on learning.
- Scholarships target students pursuing careers in radio and television.
- MBA facilitates connections between students and Montana broadcasters.
- Awards support both academic and technical pathways in broadcasting.
Montana Broadcasters Association / Joe Durso, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
The Joe Durso, Jr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to an outstanding junior at the University of Montana majoring in Broadcast Journalism. Presented each spring during Dean Stone Night at the UM School of Journalism awards banquet, the scholarship recognizes academic and professional promise in broadcast reporting and production. The award commemorates Joe Durso, Jr.’s service to the Montana broadcasting community and his leadership in UM’s Radio–Television Department. Recipients are expected to be actively engaged in broadcast journalism coursework and campus media activities.
Description: Annual scholarship presented at the University of Montana’s Dean Stone Night to support a junior in Broadcast Journalism.
Eligibility: Open to University of Montana juniors majoring in Broadcast Journalism who demonstrate excellence and commitment to the field.
Application Timeline: Awarded each spring during the UM School of Journalism awards banquet; specific nomination and submission deadlines are set by the school.
History of the Award: Named in honor of Joe Durso, Jr., former MBA board member and chair of UM’s Radio–Television Department, recognizing his contributions to broadcasting and journalism education.
- Awarded annually at UM’s Dean Stone Night.
- Targets outstanding UM juniors in Broadcast Journalism.
- Honors Joe Durso, Jr.’s legacy in Montana broadcasting and education.
Broadcast Engineering Scholarship
The MBA offers a dedicated scholarship for Montana students interested in broadcast engineering to support technical career development in radio and television operations. This award aims to encourage training in transmission, studio engineering, and broadcast infrastructure, helping fill technical roles across the state’s stations. Applicants are typically students pursuing technical coursework or hands-on engineering experience related to broadcasting. Contact details for inquiries are provided by the MBA.
Description: Scholarship for Montana students who are pursuing interests or training in broadcast engineering and technical operations.
Eligibility: Open to Montana students with demonstrated interest in broadcast engineering; specific academic or enrollment requirements are determined by the MBA.
Contact: For more information, contact Dewey at [email protected].
- Supports technical and engineering pathways in broadcasting.
- Open to Montana students with an interest in broadcast engineering.
- Questions and applications are handled through MBA contacts.