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The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is a not-for-profit, private industry-directed organization that offers technical school, undergraduate, and graduate fellowship assistance to men and women interested in a career in the graphic communications field.

PGSF has two main missions. First, to attract young people to the industry and inform them (and their parents, school advisors, etc.) of the wide variety of career opportunities available. Second, if they are pursuing post-secondary education in order to enter the field or are currently working and looking to continue their education part-time, we provide financial assistance to them.

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Whether you are aware of it or not, graphic communications is all around you. It is an industry that has establishments in every state and nearly every city or town. And it offers a wide range of positions from production to administrative.

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Springhouse Receives 2023 PGSF Grant

Thank You PGSF Foundation for Empowering Springhouse Students As we reflect on the journey that has brought us to this point, we cannot help but […]

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PGSF Grant Fund Now Open and Accepting Applications for 2023

For Immediate Release: Pittsburgh, PA – February 6, 2023 – For the second consecutive year, Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is accepting applications for […]

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PGSF Grant Benefits Pittsburg State Students in 2022

 Rion Huffman, Associate Professor at Pittsburg State University in the Graphics and Imaging Technologies Department requested funding to help send his students to ADOBE […]

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PGSF grant supports Women’s Press Collective to train activists in print and publishing

The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Women’s Press Collective in Brooklyn, New York. WPC is an all-volunteer association whose […]

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“Stand Up and Be Recognized”

In my last blog, I confessed about my sadness in failing to recognize my older sister throughout my life. Born four years before me, she […]

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Scholarships for People of Color: Resources and Requirements

A while ago we shared this article with important information and an infographic about how to win a College Scholarship. Now, more than ever, finding College Scholarships […]

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Coming up for Air

Tempus Fugit. Here we are at the end of 2022. Seems like yesterday that we were learning about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the […]

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Clear Off the Dust – Spring has Sprung!

Happy Spring!  Didn’t think it would ever get here. Of course, with Spring…comes Spring Cleaning. And for me, it means cleaning and dusting off my […]

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“Stand Up and Be Recognized”

In my last blog, I confessed about my sadness in failing to recognize my older sister throughout my life. Born four years before me, she […]

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RIT Gravure Endowed Professorship has been renewed for 2024

Content updated to continue promotion and focus on Gravure processes at Rochester Institute of Technology The Gravure Endowed Professorship at Rochester Institute of Technology has […]

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Cal Poly Graphic Communication provides update on its Gravure process training

Source – April 2023 GAA GravurExchange Newsletter The K-Proofer was generously granted to Cal Poly Graphic Communication by the Gravure Education Endowment (GEF) and the […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship for Bernie Eckert

November 18, 2022 (Pittsburgh, PA)  The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Bernie Eckert Endowed Scholarship. The […]

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Scouts can inspire future print and graphics leaders-with our help

Synonymous with adventure and character building, the Scouts organizations have long prepared kids, teens, and young adults for both life’s adventures and future careers. Central […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship from the Pacific Printing Industries Educational Trust

March 2, 2024  (Pittsburgh, PA) – For Immediate Release The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pacific […]

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Illinois Scholarship Recipient Wins at AdFlux 23

Sydney Murrin, a 2023 recipient of the Illinois Graphics Communications Scholarship through the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation, was a winner in the recent AdFlux 23 […]

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RIT Gravure Endowed Professorship has been renewed for 2024

Content updated to continue promotion and focus on Gravure processes at Rochester Institute of Technology The Gravure Endowed Professorship at Rochester Institute of Technology has […]

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Illinois Scholarship Recipient Wins at AdFlux 23

Sydney Murrin, a 2023 recipient of the Illinois Graphics Communications Scholarship through the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation, was a winner in the recent AdFlux 23 […]

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PGSF Announces Board of Directors for 2023-2024 Term

Matt Vertrees elected new PGSF Chair November 13, 2023  (Pittsburgh, PA) The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), a nonprofit organization working to build the […]

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Scouts can inspire future print and graphics leaders-with our help

Synonymous with adventure and character building, the Scouts organizations have long prepared kids, teens, and young adults for both life’s adventures and future careers. Central […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship from the Pacific Printing Industries Educational Trust

March 2, 2024  (Pittsburgh, PA) – For Immediate Release The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pacific […]

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Illinois Scholarship Recipient Wins at AdFlux 23

Sydney Murrin, a 2023 recipient of the Illinois Graphics Communications Scholarship through the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation, was a winner in the recent AdFlux 23 […]

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I’m Not Anyone – A Story of Reinvention and Acceptance

Roger Gimbel, who served on the PGSF board for many years and has an endowed scholarship with PGSF, has just published I’m Not Anyone – A […]

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Endowment History – The Suttle-Straus/John Berthelsen Scholarship

The Suttle-Straus/John Berthelsen Scholarship Established 2003   LeRoy T. Carlson, Sr. was the owner of Suttle Press in the ’50s. He sold the company in the […]

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Endowment History – Alcom Printing

From LeHigh Litho to Alcom Printing Alcom Printing is a leading provider of integrated solutions for print, direct mail, marketing, and business development.  They offer […]

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TWIG – Technical Writing Initiative in Graphic Communications

Submitted by Dr. Carl Blue, Associate Professor in Graphic Communications Clemson University PEARCE FACULTY FELLOWS The TWIG Research Project is a technical writing initiative that aims […]

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PRINTING United Alliance Expands Free iLEARNING+ Access for Faculty and Staff at Member Institutions

(From Issuing Organization) PRINTING United Alliance announced expanded free iLEARNING+ access for faculty and staff at Alliance member institutions. iLEARNING+ is a robust collection of […]

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Building Technical Writing Advantages in Graphic Communications

Participate in the Short Clemson University Graphic Communications Department Survey Are you an academic or industry professional in the field of Graphics, Visual, and/or Print […]

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PGSF Grant Benefits Pittsburg State Students in 2022

 Rion Huffman, Associate Professor at Pittsburg State University in the Graphics and Imaging Technologies Department requested funding to help send his students to ADOBE […]

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John Berthelsen Honored with Annual Recognition Award for Service to Furtherance of Education for the Graphic Arts

The Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is recently announced the inauguration of an award honoring the unending service of John Berthelsen to the Education […]

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PGSF grant supports Women’s Press Collective to train activists in print and publishing

The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Women’s Press Collective in Brooklyn, New York. WPC is an all-volunteer association whose […]

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Illinois Scholarship Recipient Wins at AdFlux 23

Sydney Murrin, a 2023 recipient of the Illinois Graphics Communications Scholarship through the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation, was a winner in the recent AdFlux 23 […]

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Springhouse Receives 2023 PGSF Grant

Thank You PGSF Foundation for Empowering Springhouse Students As we reflect on the journey that has brought us to this point, we cannot help but […]

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A Lifelong Career in the Graphic Arts Industry

The following are the thoughts and a walk down a career pathway in the print industry from our own Jeff White, PGSF Development Director. This […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship from the Pacific Printing Industries Educational Trust

March 2, 2024  (Pittsburgh, PA) – For Immediate Release The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pacific […]

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PGSF Scholarship Applications for 2024–2025 Academic Year Now Open

Pittsburgh, PA – November 1, 2023 – The Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation application system is now open to full- or part-time students pursuing secondary […]

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PRINTING United Alliance and PGSF Present Student Day at PRINTING United Expo in Atlanta

Organizations will host students for a second consecutive year offering a “front row” view of the latest in printing, including tours of the show floor, […]

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Scouts can inspire future print and graphics leaders-with our help

Synonymous with adventure and character building, the Scouts organizations have long prepared kids, teens, and young adults for both life’s adventures and future careers. Central […]

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PGSF Announces Newly Endowed Scholarship from the Pacific Printing Industries Educational Trust

March 2, 2024  (Pittsburgh, PA) – For Immediate Release The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the Pacific […]

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Illinois Scholarship Recipient Wins at AdFlux 23

Sydney Murrin, a 2023 recipient of the Illinois Graphics Communications Scholarship through the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation, was a winner in the recent AdFlux 23 […]

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Testimonials

“I think of this past semester as a foundation for my graphic design skills, which is hugely important. I plan to study abroad in London next spring, and have internships lined up for this summer, all thanks to the skills I've learned this year and the help from PGSF!”

– Julia Banks, Harold Gegenheimer and Madeline McClure Gegenheimer Scholarship

“I want to thank everyone for their work in helping students like me be able to pursue and achieve our educational goals. It means a lot to me, my family, and the students I've been able to work with throughout my career. I will continue to promote these scholarship programs as I know it makes a big difference to so many students. Thank you for any part you play, and everything you do!!”

– Kalani Ferguson, Illinois Education Fund Fellowship recipient

“Without having to worry as much about finances towards my education and the quality of my supplies, I can focus more on my actual learning and spend more time improving my skills.”

– Abigail Rodriguez-Colón, Georgia Southern University

"I am honored to have received a PGSF scholarship because it shows that my education is valuable to more than just me and that I am supported in my career goals."

– Hannah Peterson, University of Wisconsin Stout

"To be recognized by PGSF is very validating to me as a collegiate designer. Receiving this award has helped greatly in easing the financial burden of obtaining a higher education. But above all, it encourages me to keep pursuing a career as a graphic designer. I feel very honored to have been selected for a PGSF scholarship."

– Chandler Bess, Oklahoma State University - School of Technology

"The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation has been a tremendous blessing to me and my family. Its financial support has allowed me to live out my dream of playing college basketball without having to worry about working to afford college. Going into my senior year, I’m still just as thankful to be a PGSF Scholar as when I was first selected. "

– Marcus Richardson, UNC Chapel Hill

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