At its Dec. 8, 2022 IPF Board meeting, the Illinois Press Foundation Board awarded scholarships of $1,200 each to four students in this year’s Public Affairs Reporting Program at the University of Illinois Springfield. The students are Camryn Cutinello, Erin Henkel, Don Howard and Nika Schoonover.  The scholarships are awarded based upon work experience, academic performance, financial need, and the potential for a career in journalism.