WASHINGTON, D.C.-- The NAB Education Foundation (NABEF) and the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) today announced the winners of the Freedom of Speech Public Service Announcement Contest for college communications students. The winners are awarded a $2,500 scholarship.
To compete, students submit 30-second spots that creatively address What Freedom of Speech means to me. The winning entries are:
TELEVISION
Felicia Tonga
Andrews University
Protect Our Future
RADIO
Melvin Johnson III
American Broadcasting School
More Than Words
The Freedom of Speech PSA Contest is presented by NABEF and BEA. The PSAs may be viewed here and downloaded from www.nabspotcenter.org. Stations are encouraged to run the spots during Free Speech Week, October 17-23.
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interest by supporting and advocating community service, diversity, education
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