The Ohio Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association (USHWA) is offering one Ohio-based journalism student the opportunity to participate in the Clyde Hirt Journalism Workshop from July 30 - August 2, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

The college or grad student will learn through writing and editing sessions, tours, and reporting drills. Students will be asked to file stories focusing on one of harness racing’s biggest events, the $1 million Hambletonian on Aug. 2.

There is no cost to the student during the workshop – meals and lodging expenses are covered by USHWA and travel expenses (up to $500 USD) will be covered by the Ohio Chapter. 

Any Ohio college journalism student or resident interested is asked to submit an application and writing samples by May 15, 2025. For an application, please contact Jay Wolf at [email protected].

(With files from Little Brown Jug)