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    Nieman-Berkman Fellowship in Journalism Innovation launched
    Addressing the growing need for fresh ideas and research in news reporting, the Nieman Foundation and the Berkman Center for Internet & Society announce the creation of the joint Nieman-Berkman Fellowship in Journalism Innovation. Candidates for the new yearlong fellowship will be asked to propose a specific course of study or project relating to journalism innovation. The proposal may deal with any issue relating to journalism’s digital transformation. Read more »
    Nieman’s Year in Review
    The Nieman Foundation’s 2011 Annual Report is now online. The report chronicles the many events that took place during the past year and features information about new developments at the foundation; conferences and partnerships; specialized fellowships and the fellowship experience; updates on our print and online publications; Nieman journalism awards — and much more. Read the report »
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    Apply Now: U.S. and Global Health Reporting Fellowships

    Deadline: Jan. 31, 2012

    U.S. Fellowships: Each year, up to 12 U.S. citizens are selected as Nieman Fellows. As part of each class, three specialized fellowships are offered: the Reynolds Fellowship in Community Journalism; the Nieman Arts & Culture Reporting Fellowship; and the Reynolds Fellowship in Business Journalism.

    Global Health Reporting Fellowships: Awarded each year to one U.S. citizen and one non-U.S. citizen, these fellowships, combine the nine-month academic year Nieman experience with up to four months of reporting in a developing country.
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