May 31 deadline approaches as Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) and Shure Incorporated seek submissions for 6th annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
— Annual scholarship celebrates the life and accomplishments of industry leader, long-time Shure executive, and founding PAMA member Mark Brunner —
— Applications are now being accepted through May 31; visit pamalliance.org for more information —
Lemoyne, PA, May 13, 2026 – The application deadline is quickly approaching for the 6th-annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship, offered by the Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) in partnership with Shure Incorporated. Sunday, May 31 (8 p.m. EDT), is the deadline for submissions. The scholarship is being offered to students worldwide who are pursuing an education in professional audio. Brunner, a long-time Shure executive, PAMA founding member, and leading voice in the audio community who passed away in 2020, had an unwavering passion for education and mentorship throughout his career. Scholarships of up to $2,000 per recipient are targeted to students following their passion for audio in an accredited audio program. PAMA and Shure are specifically interested to learn how the applicants plan to share their knowledge with others in a manner consistent with Mark’s legacy. Scholarship applications are open as of April 1, with a submission deadline of May 31. Visit pamalliance.org for more information and to submit an application.