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During an October 2024 workshop, Harvard Law School Professor Shelia Heen, the deputy director of the Harvard Negotiation Project, teaches Nieman Fellows how to navigate challenging conversations.

Fellowship Q&A for prospective applicants

Curious about the Nieman Fellowship? Watch a recently recorded Q&A session to learn what it’s like to spend a year studying as a Nieman Fellow at Harvard University.

Hear directly from the Nieman Foundation’s Interim Curator Henry Chu and current Nieman Fellows James Edwards, Marcela García, and John Hammontree about the application process, fellowship experience, and how to prepare a strong application.

Whether you’re a journalist considering applying for a spot in the Nieman Class of 2027 or simply interested in learning more about the program, this session provides valuable guidance and firsthand perspectives.

If you missed our earlier Q&A held on Nov. 7 with Interim Curator Henry Chu and Nieman Fellows Irene Caselli, Daniel Strauss and Cindy Carcamo, you can watch the replay on YouTube.