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Journalism Students Embark on Chevy-Sponsored Eight-Week Road Trip Across the US

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(Pictured left to Right) Elae Hill (North Carolina A&T), Sharon Joy Washington (Florida A&M), Tyla Barnes (Hampton University), Tedarius Abrams (Bethune-Cookman University), Emani Nichols (Morehouse College) and Miana Massey (Howard University) are the 2019 Discover the Unexpected Fellows. The is the fourth year that Chevy has partnered with the National Newspaper Publishers Association to present the program to journalism students
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For the fourth time, Chevrolet is partnering with the National Newspaper Publishers Association to support the academic studies and achievements of students working toward a degree in journalism. The 2019 Discover the Unexpected Journalism Fellowship program has tasked six talented students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities to partake in a road trip across the U.S. During the eight-week summer internship (June 6 – August 1), the students will document stories that impact and reflect African American communities.

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“The NNPA is excited to partner with Chevrolet for another year in support of young journalists to amplify community voices across our country,” said NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. “Having these young journalists in our newsrooms working side by side with our editors and writers is inspiring, and we are committed to including young storytellers’ voices in our reporting.”

Sharon Joy Washington (Florida A&M), Emani Nichols (Morehouse College), Miana Massey (Howard University), Elae Hill (North Carolina A&T), Tyla Barnes (Hampton University), and Tedarius Abrams (Bethune-Cookman University) are the 2019 DTU Journalism Fellows. The students will pilot a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer as they search for their stories. There are two teams, each with three students. By participating in the fellowship, each student will receive a $5,000 stipend as well as a $10,000 scholarship provided by Chevy.

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“Our partnership with the NNPA continues to provide a unique platform to connect with young and remarkable storytellers.” said Paul Edwards, U.S. vice president of Chevrolet Marketing. “From the inaugural launch at Howard University to the inclusion of all the HBCUs, it’s Chevrolet’s pleasure to partner with members of the African American community, ensuring a legacy is established for generations to come. We’re thrilled to meet this year’s group of fellows and immerse them in all things Chevrolet.”