For students who show interest and demonstrate promise in investigative reporting. Contributed by Mrs. Adelaide E. Ross in memory of her daughter, killed while serving as a foreign correspondent. Every year dozens of the college's graduate students work as assistants outside the college. Their communication skills are highly valued by other units in the university. In recent years, students have worked for University Relations, Information Services, Graduate School, Medical School, Health Center, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, College of Engineering, Center for Latin American Studies, Center for African Studies, and Center for Gerontological Studies and Programs.
Most positions run year-round.
Awarded to a student showing interest in freedom of information problems. Named for Mr. Brechner, Orlando broadcasting executive. Awards will be made on the basis of interest, scholarship, and need. No fee waiver. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in political communication.