This year's scholarship winner is Lily Neves of Bristol, R.I., a sophomore at Roger Williams University pursuing a double major in legal studies and political science.

 

After becoming a student, she joined The Hawks’ Herald online student news site, where she has been a reporter and news editor, and is now managing editor. She writes articles about the RWU community and current events, in addition to being an adviser for staff members. She sees herself one day using her education to cover the White House.

 

Neves said in her scholarship submission she wants to tell stories “through photos and words.” Outside of school, Neves she as a lifeguard and swim coach. Janine L. Weisman, the journalism faculty advisor for The Hawks’ Herald, calls Neves “organized, assertive, and easygoing.” 

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