OMAHA, Neb. -- The Nebraska Broadcasters Association Foundation announced the 2023 scholarship recipients Tuesday.

NBAF said they are awarding $1,000 scholarships to four Nebraska high school seniors with plans to earn a broadcasting-related degree and aspirations to work in broadcasting.

Applications were reviewed by a panel of NBA board members. The following students earned a scholarship: Lacie Hartman, Graham Kahlandt, Levi Ottman, and Ellen Pham. 

Hartman is a student at Aquinas Catholic High School in David City. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Broadcasting and Sports Media.

Kahlandt is a student at Boone Central High School in Albion. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska – Kearney to pursue a degree in Sports Communication.

Ottman is a student at Grand Island Northwest High School. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Journalism/Sports Media.

Pham is a student at Papillion-La Vista High School. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska – Lincoln to pursue a degree in Broadcasting: Media Production.

, said: “The NBA is proud to recognize Nebraska High School Seniors who have shown interest in the Broadcast industry as they prepare to begin college," said NBA Board Chairman Dennis Brown, President/General Manager of KBPY/KCSR – Chadron. "On behalf of the NBA Board of Directors, I am excited to announce our four scholarship recipients for 2023. Supporting our high school students planning to pursue a career in Broadcasting will continue to be an important part of our mission. These are our future leaders in radio and television.”