Student Media Grant Program (SMGP) at Texas A&M University 2023-2024

The Student Media Grant Program is offered at Texas A&M University allowing the candidates to highlight the human stories behind major global issues. These grants are funded by Texas A&M’s Howard G. Buffett Foundation Endowed Chair on Conflict and Development.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The applicants must preferably hold a degree in tourism and hospitality.
• The applicant must be motivated to highlight the human stories behind major global issues.
• The applicants must be in good academic standing.
• The applicants must exhibit proficiency in English.

Application Process:

• Interested candidates must apply along with the following documents:
  • Cover page, Thematic focus,
  • Motivation for doing this work (1/2 to 1 page),
  • Planned activities over a minimum 2-month period, specific plans and deliverables for media (photography, film, radio, podcasts, blogs, etc.),
  • Timeline, Budget for travel plans,
  • Recommendation Letter.
• The candidates must submit the application to smgp@condev.org

Value of the Grant:

• The value of the grant is disclosed at the discretion of the scholarship provider.