Deadline: 13 October 2024
The Stigler Center at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business is launching a new initiative: the Journalists in Residence Program, March 27–June 2, 2017.
The Stigler Center’s mission includes efforts to enrich the public debate on matters related to the interaction between politics and the economy.
The media plays a crucial role in that effort by gathering and disseminating information on the behavior of different players in the market and uncovering potential wrongdoings
With the aim of shaping the next generation of leaders in business reporting, they launched the Stigler Center’s Journalists in Residence Program in 2017. The program provides a transformative learning experience for journalists working in all forms of media around the world. Participants spend approximately 12 weeks on their Hyde Park campus, auditing classes, participating in Stigler Center events, collaborating with peers, and networking with the university’s scholars.
The program offers exclusive seminars, opportunities to study with world-class faculty, and the chance to network with colleagues from around the world. Details include:
- Reimbursement for economy-class airfare to from Chicago and SEVIS and visa application fees
- Training in business fundamentals at Chicago Booth
- Participation in seminars and workshops at Chicago Booth and across the university
- An opportunity to write for the ProMarket publication.
- Opportunities to collaborate with Booth faculty, students, and fellow program participants
- Designated study space
- Certificate of participation upon successful completion of program
Funding Information
- A stipend of $14,000 to cover living expenses over the 12-week program.
- The stipend is subject to tax withholding of up to 14 percent for international participants.
Program Expectations
- Program participants are expected to:
- Audit three classes.
- Attend and actively participate in classes and complete all required readings and assignments.
- Participate in Stigler lectures, lunches, and social events as well as other events recommended by the center.
- Sign a letter of agreement with the center to indicate that the program guidelines and expectations are mutually agreed upon.
Who can apply?
- Working journalists who have multiple years of media experience and are proficient in English are encouraged to apply.
For more information, visit University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
