Mshale contributor Lizzy Nyoike has been awarded a $2,000 journalism scholarship from the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists (MNSPJ), one of two student scholarships presented by the organization this year.
Nyoike, a student at the University of Minnesota, received the larger of the two scholarships announced June 16. Maya Betti, a student at the University of St. Thomas, received a $1,000 scholarship.
According to MNSPJ, the scholarships recognize Minnesota students pursuing careers in journalism and are intended to support the next generation of reporters and storytellers.
Nyoike has contributed reporting to Mshale on issues affecting Minnesota’s African immigrant communities while continuing her journalism studies. Her work has included coverage of community affairs, local government and public policy.
The scholarship recipients were announced in conjunction with the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists’ annual Page One Awards.
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