John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships

11/06/2024

An investigative report by Open Vallejo exposes the cover-up of a man's death in Vallejo police custody in 2016.

In 2016, a man died in Vallejo police custody in a manner hauntingly similar to George Floyd. Local officials have kept the killing covered up — until now.

10/06/2024

Congrats to JSK alum Roman Badanin and the team at Proekt, who won the European Press Prize for their project Lapdogs of War: A Guide to Russia’s Wartime Oligarchs. https://buff.ly/3VlUsBJ

06/06/2024

As his JSK Fellowship ends, 2024 JSK Fellow Eoghan Macguire shares his journey of exploration, innovation, and personal growth during his time at Stanford. Read his heartfelt reflection on the fleeting yet beautiful nature of his experience.

“Flowers are only flowers because they fall.”

05/06/2024

In his final quarter as a 2024 JSK Fellow, Patrick Swanson's exploration of improv taught him to embrace failure and creativity. And these lessons are reshaping his approach to journalism. Read more about his journey.

How I Took an Improv Class and Learned to Stop Worrying

04/06/2024

From burnout to breakthrough, JSK Fellow Araceli Gómez-Aldana shares three key lessons from her fellowship: the value of reflection, the essence of local journalism, and navigating AI's role in news. Her final fellowship piece is a heartfelt must-read!

Three things I learned during my JSK Fellowship

03/06/2024

Forced to flee Afghanistan in 2021, JSK Fellow Faisal Karimi found hope in journalism. From rebuilding his newsroom in exile to starting a non-profit in California, his journey is one of courage and hope. Read his story!

A Journey from exile to Stanford to a new future

02/06/2024

Poynter has partnered with the University of Minnesota to assess how news consumers actually feel about the use of artificial intelligence in journalism.

Poynter has partnered with the University of Minnesota to gauge news consumers’ view of artificial intelligence in the newsroom

01/06/2024

Check out A Dangerous Assignment. With the Venezuelan news outlet Armando.info, investigates the shadowy figure at the heart of a corruption scandal spanning from Venezuela to the U.S.

Exposing the shadowy figure at the heart of a corruption scandal spanning from Venezuela to the U.S.

31/05/2024

In her final piece as a 2024 Fellow, Erika Owens shares her vision for sustainable, values-driven journalism and how we can all contribute to a more just world. Read about her transformative experiences in both Philly's activist circles and the heart of Silicon Valley.

Journalism nonprofit leadership can blend solidarity values and financial sustainability

24/05/2024

From enhancing investigative reporting to generating deep fake videos, AI is a double-edged sword. In his latest article, JSK Fellow Eoghan MacGuire explores the complex relationship of AI in journalism, including his work on a new AI editing tool.

There are lots of legitimate questions and concerns about how AI will impact journalism. But there are also opportunities.

22/05/2024

TODAY: Join us for a discussion with JSK Fellow Pavla Holcová, an investigative journalist from Prague, Czech Republic, and the founder of Investigace.cz.

Holcová explores Slovakia's dynamic political landscape following the re-election of the populist party led by Robert Fico. Gain some perspective on the aftermath of Fico's resignation in 2018 amidst a series of scandals, including the tragic murder of Holcová's colleague, journalist Ján Kuciak.

Don't miss this chance to dive deep into Slovakian politics with a journalist who's been at the heart of uncovering its truths.
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Bechtel International Center

The next talk in our International Discussion series features investigative journalist and founder of the independent outlet Investigace.cz, Pavla Holcová, who comes from Prague, the Czech Republic. She will discuss the political situation in Slovakia after the country elected again the party of po...

21/05/2024

“We had nightmares. Some of us cried. I did. And then we healed.”

Pavla Holcová's emotional journey from burnout to healing as a 2024 JSK Fellow reveals the power of understanding our mind-body connection. A must-read for anyone facing similar struggles.

How slowing down helped ready me for whatever is next

20/05/2024

We'd like to thank our selection committee for helping select the next class of JSK Fellows. Their insights and hard work have been invaluable throughout this process. Here's to a promising year ahead with our new fellows! 🎉

17/05/2024

Our incoming 2025 international fellows have done pioneering, and often brave, work to improve journalism in their countries and provide access to news and information people need to create and sustain robust democratic communities. We’re proud to welcome them all to Stanford.

The JSK Journalism Fellowships welcomes six international fellows who will pursue innovative ideas to help journalism in a rapidly changing world where journalists and the truth are increasingly challenged.

17/05/2024

Let's give a shoutout to the latest additions to the JSK Fellowships! We’re thrilled to introduce seven dynamic leaders from across the US. With a diverse array of talents and backgrounds, they're ready to make an impact on the future of news. Welcome to Stanford!

2025 US Fellows
Tamoa Calzadilla – editor-in-chief, Factchequeado, Miami
David Carson – photojournalist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis
Bettina Chang – co-founder and Chicago program lead, City Bureau, Chicago
Mark Fiore – visual journalist, self-syndicated, San Francisco
Candice Fortman – executive director, Outlier Media, Detroit
Ryan Pitts – co-director, OpenNews, Spokane
Joe Ruiz – managing editor, CBS News, San Antonio

15/05/2024

Say hello to the US Fellows of the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships Class of 2025. We're excited to celebrate their dedication to driving positive change in journalism. Their JSK journey begins in September. Welcome to Stanford!

The John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships names seven U.S. fellows who will work toward solutions to urgent and systematic problems in journalism. They join six international fellows previously named in the class of 2024-25.

14/05/2024

We’re excited to welcome seven new US Fellows to join the six international fellows previously announced for the class of 2024-2025. They will join us at Stanford in September, eager to tackle the pressing issues facing journalism.

2025 US Fellows
Tamoa Calzadilla – editor-in-chief, Factchequeado, Miami
David Carson – photojournalist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis
Bettina Chang – co-founder and Chicago program lead, City Bureau, Chicago
Mark Fiore – visual journalist, self-syndicated, San Francisco
Candice Fortman – executive director, Outlier Media, Detroit
Ryan Pitts – co-director, OpenNews, Spokane
Joe Ruiz – managing editor, CBS News, San Antonio

09/05/2024

📢 Make some noise for the newest members of the JSK Fellowships. We’re excited to welcome seven leaders from across the US who are committed to tackling some of journalism's most pressing challenges. They join the six international fellows previously announced to round out the Class of 2025. 🙌 Help us welcome them all to Stanford!

Tamoa Calzadilla – editor-in-chief, Factchequeado, Miami
David Carson – photojournalist, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis
Bettina Chang – co-founder and Chicago programs lead, City Bureau, Chicago
Mark Fiore – visual journalist, self-syndicated, San Francisco
Candice Fortman – executive director, Outlier Media, Detroit
Ryan Pitts – co-director, OpenNews, Spokane
Joe Ruiz – managing editor, CBS News, San Antonio

The John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships names seven U.S. fellows who will work toward solutions to urgent and systematic problems in journalism. They join six international fellows previously named in the class of 2024-25.

03/05/2024

Embracing risk, defying norms, and standing tall against adversity. Tiffany Walden shares how time as a JSK Journalism Fellow has empowered her to build organizational resilience at her org, The TRiiBE.

I found inspiration in Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter.

03/05/2024

If you haven't yet, learn more about the six journalism leaders from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America who will join us at Stanford for the JSK Class of 2024-25 🚀🌍 https://jsk.stanford.edu/news/2024/jsk-names-international-journalism-fellows-for-2024-2025/

Coming soon: the announcement of the US-based journos joining the JSK Class of 2024-25. ⏳

The JSK Journalism Fellowships welcomes six international fellows who will pursue innovative ideas to help journalism in a rapidly changing world where journalists and the truth are increasingly challenged.

30/04/2024

Mark your calendar for a discussion with JSK Fellow Pavla Holcová, an investigative journalist from Prague, Czech Republic, and the founder of Investigace.cz.
Join us as Holcová explores Slovakia's dynamic political landscape following the re-election of the populist party led by Robert Fico. Gain some perspective on the aftermath of Fico's resignation in 2018 amidst a series of scandals, including the tragic murder of Holcová's colleague, journalist Ján Kuciak.
Don't miss this chance to dive deep into Slovakian politics with a journalist who's been at the heart of uncovering its truths.
🗓️ Wed, May 22
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Bechtel International Center

The next talk in our International Discussion series features investigative journalist and founder of the independent outlet Investigace.cz, Pavla Holcová, who comes from Prague, the Czech Republic. She will discuss the political situation in Slovakia after the country elected again the party of po...

25/04/2024

Congrats to the inaugural Poynter Journalism Prize winners. Depending on the category, each will receive a cash prize of $1,000 or $2,500.

The awards continue a 45-year tradition that was most recently headed by the News Leaders Association.

24/04/2024

Our incoming international fellows have done pioneering, and often brave, work to improve journalism in their countries and provide access to news and information people need to create and sustain robust democratic communities. We’re proud to welcome them all to Stanford.

The JSK Journalism Fellowships welcomes six international fellows who will pursue innovative ideas to help journalism in a rapidly changing world where journalists and the truth are increasingly challenged.

24/04/2024

"The Jersey Bee uses journalism to improve the quality of life in our area by treating our readers as collaborators, not just an audience. Our community’s actions as a result of The Jersey Bee’s work are what make us impactful." — founder and Executive Editor of The Jersey Bee and JSK alum Simon Galperin.

The Jersey Bee follows a model adapted from healthcare, education, and social work to deliver information that improves public health outcomes in our community.

23/04/2024

The next JSK Fellowships class will include journalists from Colombia, Germany, India, Malaysia, Malawi and Russia. We have hosted journalists from more than 80 countries over more than 5 decades at Stanford. This class will include the first JSK fellows from Malaysia and Malawi.

Before coming to Stanford, these journalists have done pioneering – and often brave – work to improve journalism in their countries and provide access to news and information people need to create and sustain robust democratic communities. https://buff.ly/3xHxI6W

22/04/2024

"When our newsroom was raided not once but twice (by police); when it became a crime in Nicaragua to be a journalist, for us, well-being for our newsroom meant safety, stability, resilience but the key thing was safety. The key word in order to obtain that in our newsroom was trust," — Carlos Chamorro, 1998 JSK Fellow, founder and director of Confidencial, an investigative magazine originally based in Nicaragua, speaking at the International Journalism Festival in Perugia at a session on "Newsrooms Putting Their Journalists' Well-Being First."

22/04/2024

Nominations are open for SPJ/LA’s 48th annual Distinguished Journalist Awards. It's a great time to acknowledge your associates and colleagues for their achievements in journalism. There is no entry fee and you may nominate as many people as you’d like. Deadline: May 24.

This fall SPJ/LA will host its 48th annual Distinguished Journalist Awards banquet. It is a chance to celebrate and bring broader recognition to peers and colleagues for their excellent work. Unlike other journalism awards that focus only on work completed within the past year, the Distingui

22/04/2024

A First for Black Media: Black Voice News Leverages Web 3 and Blockchain Technology to Combat Racism. “It’s not just about keeping up with new technologies, it’s also about ensuring Black communities aren’t being influenced by misinformation or disinformation campaigns,” — Black Voice News founder and JSK alum Dr. Paulette Brown-Hinds https://original.newsbreak.com/-m-dameron-1601202/3396254618153-a-first-for-black-media-black-voice-news-leverages-web-3-and-blockchain-technology-to-combat-racism

19/04/2024

Have you met our 2024-25 international fellows yet? Learn more about their Stanford journey that begins in September: https://jsk.stanford.edu/?p=37009

Gregory Gondwe, Malawi
Arfa Khanum, India
Darshini Kandasamy, Malaysia
Juan Camilo Maldonado Tovar, Colombia
Mikhail Rubin, Russia
Nalan Sipar, Germany

18/04/2024

Exciting news! We're kicking off the JSK Class of 2024-25 with six remarkable journalists from across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. 🚀🌎

Starting in September, they will focus on projects that aim to strengthen journalism in the face of growing challenges worldwide. Join us in cheering them on as they begin this incredible journey at Stanford! 👏 https://buff.ly/4ddRw2e

The JSK Journalism Fellowships welcomes six international fellows who will pursue innovative ideas to help journalism in a rapidly changing world where journalists and the truth are increasingly challenged.