Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
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Type | Private |
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Established | 1912 |
Dean | Steve Coll |
Location | , , |
Campus | Urban |
Website | journalism.columbia.edu |
The Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism is one of the professional graduate schools of Columbia University. It is located in New York City and offers Master of Science, Master of Arts, and Ph.D. degrees in journalism. The school was established in 1912 by Joseph Pulitzer, a renowned newspaper publisher, and is widely regarded as one of the leading journalism schools in the world.
History[edit | edit source]
The school was founded with a grant from Joseph Pulitzer, who was a strong advocate for the professionalization of journalism. Pulitzer's vision was to create a school that would elevate the standards of journalism and train journalists to be both skilled and ethical. The school officially opened its doors in 1912, and its first class graduated in 1913.
Programs[edit | edit source]
The Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism offers several degree programs:
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Journalism: This program focuses on the skills and principles of journalism, including reporting, writing, and multimedia storytelling.
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism: This program is designed for experienced journalists and focuses on specialized reporting in areas such as politics, science, and business.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Communications: This program is aimed at those who wish to pursue academic research in journalism and communications.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The school is housed in Pulitzer Hall, which includes state-of-the-art classrooms, computer labs, and a broadcast studio. The building also houses the Columbia Journalism Review, a leading publication that covers the media industry.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The school has produced many notable alumni who have made significant contributions to journalism and media. Some of these include:
- Jelani Cobb, staff writer at The New Yorker
- Ron Suskind, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author
- Ann Curry, former co-anchor of NBC's Today show
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
The school administers several prestigious journalism awards, including the Pulitzer Prizes, which are awarded annually in various categories such as investigative reporting, feature writing, and commentary.
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