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Communication Scholarship Program

Under the direction of the United Steelworkers (USW) Communications Department, this Scholarship Program is conducted bi-annually for Editors or Webmasters of local union publications or websites. This training is provided to enhance the skills of experienced communicators with basic computer knowledge. The course involves an intensive but educational week of training for communicators. Candidate names are submitted to District Directors who decide on how many participants are selected to represent their respective districts.

Objectives of the Scholarship Program

  • Better writing & editing skills
  • Taking better photos and placing them in publications
  • Improving graphic content, design and layout of your local union newsletter
  • Building media relations
  • Developing and disseminating messages
  • Creating and managing press events
  • Pitching stories and getting event coverage