Don Wittman Memorial Award

RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic)

Get one of three awards of at least $2,200 if you are a full-time Creative Communications student.

Published by · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value
$2,200
Deadline
Mar 23, 2026
Level
Certificate
Open to
Manitoba

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What you will need

  • Completed General RRC Polytech Application (login required)
  • Brief letter or resume outlining your interest and activities in sports and sports journalism
  • Letter(s) of reference

About this award

You can receive one of three awards of a minimum of $2,200 each. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a full-time student in the Creative Communications program who is passionate about sports journalism and active in the sports community. You must apply by 11:59 pm on Monday, March 23, 2026. When you apply, ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be a full-time student in the Creative Communications program at RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic). This award is available to students in both years of the program, and at least one award will be presented to a first-year student. To qualify, you must show an interest and proficiency in a wide range of sports and sports journalism, as well as initiative and commitment to volunteering or involvement in the sports community.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

  • Open to certificate students
  • Resident of Manitoba
  • Studying Creative Communications

How to apply

  1. Read the award's official page

    Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

  2. Ask for reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

  3. This round closed on March 23, 2026

    Check the award's official page for the next round before you prepare anything.

Tips for applying

  • Sports JournalismAvoid just listing your interests. Instead, use your letter or resume to outline specific activities and examples of your proficiency in sports journalism. Detail the exact sports you have covered.
  • ReferencesAvoid providing generic character references. Instead, ask referees who have seen your work in the sports community to highlight your initiative and commitment. Ensure they mention your specific contributions.
  • StrategyAvoid forgetting to specify the award name. Instead, clearly enter "Don Wittman Memorial Award" on your application form so your materials are routed to the correct committee.
  • RealismAvoid assuming the application ends with the form. Instead, prepare your documents immediately after submitting the form, as RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) will provide upload instructions only after your initial submission.

Questions students ask

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When is the deadline?

This round closed on March 23, 2026. Many awards like this run again each year, so check the award's official page for the next round.

Can international students apply?

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