The Ruschell Boone Scholarship

A Legacy of Excellence in Journalism

New York Attorney General Letitia James and the City University of New York Board of Trustees Chairperson William C. Thompson Jr. recently announced the establishment of the Ruschell Boone Scholarship, a memorial fund in honor of the late award-winning journalist that will support West Indian students pursuing journalism degrees at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY or Baruch College.

Awards and Recognition

“Ruschell Boone was a brilliant journalist who touched the lives of everyone she encountered,” said Attorney General James. “Her understanding of this city, its communities, and its people truly made her a New York City treasure. She uplifted people whose stories were often overlooked and always showed up during tough and scary times because she knew her reporting brought comfort to this city. With this scholarship, Ruschell’s legacy lives on – empowering a future generation of journalists to embody her authenticity and compassion. I am so grateful to Chair Thompson and CUNY for providing this scholarship and honoring Ruschell in the most impactful way.”

“We are proud to honor Ruschell Boone, continuing the principle she lived by, with this new scholarship in her name for CUNY students,” said CUNY Board of Trustees Chairperson William C. Thompson Jr. “We are appreciative to her fellow CUNY alumna, New York State Attorney General Letitia James, for having the idea to preserve Ruschell’s legacy in this meaningful way.”

A Distinguished Career

“Ruschell Boone made a name for herself in her two decades keeping New Yorkers informed on NY1, even as she battled pancreatic cancer,” said CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez. “She was an inspirational Baruch alumna who made it her mission to support those who came after her, and it is our honor to keep the memory of her dedication to mentorship alive with this scholarship.”

“Ruschell’s presence leaped off the screen,” said Spectrum Networks Executive Vice President Michael Bair. “She was effervescent, on and off camera. She was also a fierce, ambitious, and determined journalist. She set high standards for herself, NY1, and our whole city. It is only fitting that her incomparable legacy lives on through this investment in the next generation of journalists.”

About the Scholarship

Ruschell dedicated her career to telling the stories of New York’s diverse communities and made it her mission to give back to the community and inspire youth to pursue their passions. In recognition of this mission, Attorney General James and the CUNY Board of Trustees established the Ruschell Boone Scholarship to defray the cost of tuition, fees, and other college-related expenses for West Indian students pursuing degrees in journalism at CUNY.

Donations and FAQs

For donations to the Ruschell Boone Scholarship Fund, checks may be payable to the City University of New York and will be deposited in a separate account at the CUNY Endowment Fund to fund the scholarships. If a 501(c)3 is required for the donation, then checks may be made payable to the Research Foundation of the City University of New York, where they will be held in a separate account.

Conclusion

The Ruschell Boone Scholarship is a testament to the late journalist’s legacy and her commitment to mentoring and supporting the next generation of journalists. The scholarship will provide vital financial assistance to West Indian students pursuing journalism degrees at CUNY, helping them to achieve their goals and pursue their passions.

FAQs

* Who is the Ruschell Boone Scholarship named after?
– The scholarship is named after the late award-winning journalist, Ruschell Boone.
* What is the purpose of the scholarship?
– The scholarship provides financial assistance to West Indian students pursuing journalism degrees at CUNY.
* How much is the scholarship worth?
– The scholarship is supported by an initial endowment of $125,000 pledged by the CUNY Board of Trustees and University supporters.