{"id":89790,"date":"2025-01-30T17:11:06","date_gmt":"2025-01-30T17:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/applications-now-open-for-allen-shoup-memorial-fellowship-for-writers-and-communicators\/"},"modified":"2025-01-30T17:11:06","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T17:11:06","slug":"applications-now-open-for-allen-shoup-memorial-fellowship-for-writers-and-communicators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/applications-now-open-for-allen-shoup-memorial-fellowship-for-writers-and-communicators\/","title":{"rendered":"Applications Now Open for Allen Shoup Memorial Fellowship for Writers and Communicators"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Seattle, WA, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Applications are now open for the 2025 Allen Shoup Memorial Fellowship<\/a> for emerging writers and communicators. Now in its second year, the fellowship is expanding to award up to two recipients with an immersive trip to Washington\u2019s vineyards and wineries, along with a stipend.<\/p>\n

The fellowship is an industry-wide collaboration for Washington wine, bringing together the Washington State Wine Commission, Auction of Washington Wines, Washington Winegrowers Association, Washington Wine Industry Foundation, individuals, wineries and growers. It is funded entirely through donations.<\/p>\n

The Fellowship was established in memory of Allen Shoup, who passed away in 2022. Shoup played a pioneering role in developing Washington\u2019s wine industry as the longtime head of the state\u2019s biggest winery, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, and later as the owner of his own acclaimed winery, Long Shadows Vintners.<\/p>\n

“Allen dedicated himself to showcasing the quality of Washington wines to the world,” said Dane Narbaitz, Shoup\u2019s stepson and President of Long Shadows. “He had a unique ability to unite the industry, inspiring collaboration and championing the stories behind each bottle. This fellowship perfectly captures his vision and unwavering commitment to advancing our region.”<\/p>\n

An emerging applicant may be toward the beginning of their career, or be a more established writer or communicator who is relatively new to wine. New in 2025, in addition to the immersive trip and stipend, the recipients will earn an article placement with Decanter <\/i>in either its online or print platforms. <\/p>\n

“As Decanter<\/i> continues to grow our presence in North America, opportunities to join forces with the wine community of Washington state in support of burgeoning American wine writers seem like a natural place of collaboration,\u201d says North American Editor Clive Pursehouse. “Allen Shoup was a visionary and Washington and its wine industry would not be where it is without\u00a0his leadership and belief in what’s possible. Decanter <\/i>feels fortunate to be a part of celebrating his legacy.”<\/p>\n

An expert panel will choose the fellowship recipients, with input from an industry advisory committee. The 2025 selection panel includes:<\/p>\n