By Aaliyah Butler
Howard University senior journalism major Monet Heath (B.A. ’23) has been selected for the 2022-2023 Rhoden Fellowship, a year-long journalism training program with Andscape, formerly known as the Undefeated.
Heath is a reporter for Spotlight Network, a training organization at Howard for students majoring in broadcast journalism, TV, audio production and film. Heath, a Detroit native, hosts Spotlight’s sports program entitled Balling with Bison.
“It feels amazing to be selected out of the hundreds of applicants that applied for the Rhoden Fellowship,” said Heath. “As a Rhoden Fellow, I hope to take away skills that help me grow as a journalist. I want to be able to tell meaningful stories and connect with influential Black athletes.”
Award-winning sports columnist William C. “Bill” Rhoden launched the fellowship, in partnership with Andscape, as an opportunity to increase diversity and inclusion in sports journalism. Each year, undergraduates from historically Black colleges and universities apply to participate in the internship.
“I’m honored to welcome the sixth class of Rhoden Fellows into the Andscape family,” said Rhoden, Andscape columnist and editor-at-large. “You are a part of a great tradition of aspiring HBCU journalists who have come through our program. You will be working with an extraordinary team of professionals who will expand your horizons in ways you cannot imagine. Thanks to everyone within the Disney universe whose support of historically Black colleges and universities continues to make this unique fellowship possible.”
Part of the fellowship’s learning curriculum includes writing from various onsite events, producing weekly podcasts, pitching creative storytelling ideas and contributing content published on the Andscape digital hub.
“Another class of outstanding fellows will join our team and collaborate on several assignments throughout the upcoming year,” said Monique Jones, managing editor, Andscape. “We welcome them and are prepared to help each fellow reach their highest potential.”
