From the Curator

Bolstering a Beat: A Nieman Fellowship for Business Journalism

‘This Reynolds fellowship is designed to help journalists acquire new levels of knowledge and understanding about business and economic systems.’

Preparing to Cover a Pandemic: A New Guide for Journalists

‘The idea behind this guide is to provide an accessible, trusted resource in case the H1N1 strain, or any new or known flu strain, strikes in more deadly form.’

The Journey of the 2009 Nieman Fellows—And of the Foundation

In their experiences, conversations and future directions, they create a portrait of what is happening in journalism today.

Change Is in the Air at Lippmann House

Applications for fellowships are on the rise, as a multimedia curriculum is readied for the new fellows who will engage in the industry’s digital transformation.

Clear Direction in Tough Economic Times

Economic volatility brings ‘new meaning to the program’s transformative nature.’

Making Change While Retaining Our Core Mission

Curators have expanded the program through the years ‘to confront the challenges brought about by societal and technological changes that affect journalism.’

Wartime and the Nieman Foundation

Nieman Fellows visiting Harvard's Memorial Church often wonder about the last name engraved on the church's south wall, listing those who died in World War II: "John Brigham Terry, Lucius…

Recognizing Excellence

Investigative reporting has always been central to the Nieman experience. Journalists specializing in investigative work continue to populate Nieman classes. Speakers address the topic at seminars and workshops. The Nieman…

Examining Journalistic Change in the Digital Era

A new Nieman Web site will ‘aggregate important information about best practices in preserving and advancing journalism that adheres to its fundamental principles.’

Plowing New Ground in Journalism Education

‘This should not be a discussion of how to graft the latest onto the existing.’