Led by Pulitzer Prize winning journalists Steve Eder and Brian Rosenthal

Explored exemplary investigative journalism spanning various fields like art, sports, business, politics, and technology, aiming to understand the strategies behind their success

Developed a comprehensive understanding of investigative journalism's role in uncovering systemic injustices, impacting individuals, communities, and larger systems

Learned how to conduct deep research, report in the field, interview effectively, use FOIA and other laws to obtain public records, use data and documents, organize my reporting, bulletproof and fact check

Final project: presented a 500 word investigative pitch about ghost selling and appraisal bias in Central Harlem

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Led by associate producer for NYT Opinion Audio, Derek Arthur

Explored the transformative impact of podcasting across various genres, including news, fiction, and non-fiction, reshaping storytelling and audience consumption

Gained insight into the accessibility and versatility of digital technologies

Acquired foundational skills in podcast storytelling and understood the intersection of podcasts with journalism

Develop practical expertise by producing podcast pieces, honing the ability to create engaging content with professional production standards

Final project: produced a five minute podcast tackling the question, “what does beauty in art mean to you?” at the MoMA using digital audio workstations and professional audio equipment

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Led by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author, Kim Barker

Gained insight into the evolving landscape of international journalism and the role of foreign correspondents in accurately and ethically reporting global events

Learned fundamental principles of journalism while exploring the complexities of international reporting, including interviews with seasoned correspondents.

Investigated contemporary issues such as immigration, delving into personal narratives, and exploring diverse neighborhoods in New York City

Final project: submitted a 1,000 word story about an Afghan refugee’s experience fleeing the Taliban in 2021 and presented it to the class

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Led by NYT Art Director, Jen Ledbury

Explored the history of graphic design

Practiced typography essentials

Experimented with how typography and visual elements come together to tell a story

Discuss with Senior Photo Editor Jolie Ruben about the importance of a good photo edit

Learned how design is an iterative process and experimented with thumbnail sketches to quickly work through ideas

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Collaborated with Laticia Chance and service learning organization Queens Together to create and populate an app

Queens Together is a 501c3 Restaurant-Driven Food Relief Organization, empowering local eateries and partnering with them to tackle food insecurity

Met with Executive Director, Jonathan Forgash and participating restaurant owners

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