To apply for the Lem Tucker Journalism Scholarship, please include the following with the completed scholarship application:

• This completed scholarship application, typed or printed.
• A persuasive cover letter addressed to the selection committee expressing a desire to receive the scholarship.
• At least one letter of recommendation from a media studies teacher or employer.
• A copy of the applicant’s published print or broadcast work (i.e. clipping from a student newspaper or other publication, or a broadcast disk with a total running time of no more than 20 minutes.)
• High school transcripts and SAT or ACT scores. Copies must be attached to this application.
• An essay (no more than two pages double spaced, single sided) on the topic: How I have and how I will promote minority excellence and success in print or broadcast journalism.

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Lem Tucker…A celebrated Journalist and CMU Alumnus

For 11 years, a four-year scholarship named after Lem Tucker has been awarded to an incoming CMU student.  Tucker was a 1960 CMU graduate, an Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist and a pioneer in the field.  Tucker worked for all three major networks before his death in 1991.

Recipients of the Lem Tucker Scholarship

Kyle Goodall, Lake Orion
2008 Recipient
Kyle Goodall of Lake Orion is the 2008 Lem Tucker Journalism Scholarship recipient. Goodall was praised for his “outstanding character, creativity, leadership, and championing of diversity” in letters of recommendation for the honor. Goodall has been active at Lake Orion in Forensics, National Honor Society, Thespian Society Troupe, Show Choir, Special Olympics, and much more. His broadcast journalism experiences have included attending a Television Production Workshop, serving as producer, director, anchor, and reporter. He also earned awards from Orion Neighborhood Television in animation, personality profiles, and field reporting. Goodall comes to CMU with diverse journalistic interests. He tentatively plans to study broadcast and cinematic arts, secondary education, and Chinese.

Patricia Emenpour, Saginaw
2007 Recipient
Patricia began her freshman year at CMU in the fall of 2007.  She graduated from Saginaw Arts & Sciences Academy.  She was actively involved in her high school’s publications.  She filled various roles at her school including business manager and prose/poetry editor for the school’s award-winning art and literary magazine, ICONS.  She served as co-feature editor of fusion, the school newspaper.   As a CMU student, Patricia serves as a staff writer for CM Life and has written for Honors Bound.  Patricia is also currently serving as a member of Larezelere’s DREAM (campus-wide leadership conference).

Angela Hernandez, Allen Park
2006 Recipient
Angela served as opinion editor for Allen Park High School’s Jaguar Journal and also served as a student reporter and photographer for that publication.  She was very involved in athletics, and she volunteered for a variety of causes, including Relay for Life and March of Dimes.  Currently a sophomore at CMU Angela holds many leadership positions. She is a Campus Ambassador, serves as an Executive Board Member (Historian) 2007-2008 on the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and CMU’s Honors Program.  Angela will be participating in a short-term study abroad during the 2008 Spring semester.  

Kameel Stanley, Port Huron
2005 Recipient
A Port Huron High School graduate, Kameel was editor-in-chief of The Lighthouse, Port Huron High School’s student newspaper, was vice president of the school’s Student Council, and served as secretary of her class. She is a dedicated volunteer who works with the Red Cross and other organizations to serve her community.  Kameel is studying journalism and has completed internships at the Jackson Citizen Patriot, Grand Rapids Press, and St. Petersburg Times in Florida.  Kameel is currently serving as Managing Editor for CM Life.

Sara Martinez, Saginaw
2004 Recipient
Sara was a member of the Arthur Hill Network News, a daily-aired school news broadcast at her high school and was a member of the National Honor Society.  At CMU, She produced a short movie for one of her Broadcast and Cinematic Arts classes.  Sara also served in the Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority and was selected for a position with their program council.

Melita Tolbert, Belleville
2003 Recipient
Melita served as Editor of the "Tiger Paw Print" newspaper at Belleville High School and was a member of the National Honor Society. While at Central she became active in her residence hall as a member of the Calkins Hall council and worked at the front desk. She also accepted a position to write for CM Life, CMU’s nationally acclaimed student newspaper.