TexasMedia Senior awarded AWRT scholarship

Rebecca Weiser was chosen to receive the 2009 American Women in Radio and TV Scholarship. Weiser is the current Texas Advertising Group President and a TexasMedia Senior. She will receive a $1,000 scholarship to help her further her studies as an "outstanding young media professional." In addition, Weiser will be honored at the 2009 Trailblazer & Awards of Excellence Gala on Thursday, April 2nd, 2009.

AWRT Austin awards scholarships to college juniors and seniors studying media or a related field at an Austin or San Marcos area university. The scholarship program is centered on promotion program and creating change through women's efforts in media. AWRT's mission is to advance the impact of women in the electronic media and allied fields by educating, advocating and acting as a resource to its members and the industry.