Urban Journalism Workshop

Professional journalists and educators from The New York Times, The Associated Press, ESPN, SiriusXM, and more lead these students through mentorship during this eight-week program. UJW happens early March through late April 2025. Applications are closed. We encourage all DMV area-based students to apply by January 2026.
Urban Journalism Workshop

Since 1986, Urban Journalism Workshop teaches local high school students interested in pursuing careers in media, the fundamentals of journalism through interactive lectures, hands-on training and field trips. Professional journalists and educators from The New York Times, The Associated Press, ESPN, SiriusXM, and more lead these students through mentorship during this eight-week program. UJW happens early March through late April 2025.
Urban Journalism Workshop

Since 1986, Urban Journalism Workshop teaches local high school students interested in pursuing careers in media, the fundamentals of journalism through interactive lectures, hands-on training and field trips. Professional journalists and educators from The New York Times, The Associated Press, ESPN, SiriusXM, and more lead these students through mentorship during this eight-week program. UJW happens early March through late April 2025.
Urban Journalism Workshop Begins

The 2025 Urban Journalism Workshop begins today!
Gun Violence in Schools Remains a Grave Concern for Students, Parents, and Administrators Alike

By: Netanya Shaffin The Columbine High School massacre in 1999 set off a chain reaction of gun violence in schools that has yet to decrease, with school shootings reaching an […]