Scholarship Spotlight: Molly Jacob
Aspiring Sports Reporter, Student, Sacred Heart University
Personal bio:
Molly Jacob is a senior at Sacred Heart University, studying with a double major in sports communications and journalism with a minor in TV and Film. On top of her studies, she works at the YES Network and NBC Sports, which has allowed her to learn from some of the top professionals in sports broadcasting. Molly’s inspiration growing up was Erin Andrews, and she hopes to follow in her footsteps to becoming a sideline reporter that is trusted and well respected.
What year did you win your NYWICI Scholarship?
I won the Ann Liguori Sports Media scholarship in 2022 and the Alumna Award in 2023.
What did receiving a NYWICI scholarship mean to you?
Receiving a NYWICI scholarship is an honor to me. Knowing that I am in a community full of passionate and determined women makes me feel like my efforts are being appreciated. I have learned so much about how to overcome doubt, break glass ceilings, and stand tall for all women chasing careers in male-dominated industries.
How has receiving the NYWICI scholarship helped with your career?
My scholarships have helped me in my career because I have been able to get recognition for my hard work throughout my college years. Having my NYWICI accomplishments displayed on my resume and social media is a step in the right direction. Most importantly, I have been able to network with the phenomenal members/scholarship winners of NYWICI.
How do you plan to give back to the NYWICI community or pay it forward?
I plan on being a representation of NYWICI that everyone can be inspired by. Now that my name is forever involved with NYWICI, I hope that I can achieve my goals and always look back at the people who got me there. I plan on being accessible to volunteering and meet new scholarship recipients.
Do you have any advice or words of encouragement for future scholarship applicants?
My words of encouragement to future scholarship applicants are to not be afraid to be yourself or take risks. Remember to show enthusiasm for your interests and come with positive energy. NYWICI is an environment full of powerful people, don’t be afraid to apply yourself and be a sponge!