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2008 Seminars

Longevity:
America Ages

April 6-11, 2008
Apply by Feb. 22

Climate Change,
Its Sweeping Impact

May 27-30, 2008
Apply by April 15

Medical Advances:
Treatments, Cures,
Possibilities

Sept. 23-26, 2008
Apply by Aug. 13

Immigration: Issues
for a New America

Online Seminar
Nov. 17-21, 2008
Apply by Oct. 13

2009

U.S. Military:
New President,
New Outlook?

Feb. 15-20, 2009
Apply by Jan. 7

What a terrific presentation of intellect, depth of knowledge and practical application 
 for journalistic enrichment. - Marianne Arneberg, The Orlando SentinalHow to Apply

To apply, send three (3) complete sets of material, each of which includes the following:

  • A resume, including work street address, phone number and e-mail address

  • A statement of up to 500 words giving the reason for applying

  • A supervisor's strong nominating letter. The letter must include the organization's commitment to cover salary and travel cost. Freelancers send a letter of recommendation from an editor you have worked with. Citizen journalists send a letter of recommendation from someone familiar with your work.

  • Three published articles with publication name and date. Editors may send samples of edited work. Broadcasters send one CD, audiotape or videotape. Articles from electronic archives are accepted.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

We do not accept e-mailed or faxed applications.

Send applications to:

Carol Horner, Director
Knight Center for Specialized Journalism
1117 Cole Field House
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-1024

To contact the Knight Center:

301/405-4817 or e-mail knight@umd.edu

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