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HARVARD INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM ACADEMY

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Remaining Fall Program Dates: November 9th & 10th

The Harvard Independent Journalism Academy is a two-day program for high school students interested in learning more about the craft of journalism.

The program is designed to be engaging and informative, and it will provide students with some of the foundational skills they need to get their start in journalism.

“I enjoyed learning new things about journalism, and I look forward to applying them to my writing.” (2024)

“I took away skills and information that I can now use for the rest of my high school career and for the rest of my life.” (2024)

“I enjoyed learning about all the different aspects of journalism and what this field has to offer. Hearing from a professional in the field was extremely inspiring.” (2023)

“It was a great learning experience, and I loved applying the knowledge we learned to our writing.” (2023)

“I learned so much invaluable information that I can carry with me for the rest of my life!”  (2023)

“I gained insight into how to create a lede and now understand how to structure a paper successfully!” (2023)

 “It was a great learning experience, and I loved applying the knowledge we learned to our writing.” (2023)

Impact

The Harvard Independent Journalism Academy provides students with hands-on experience in journalism. Students will leave the workshop with a new article after attending workshops on topics like investigative journalism or digital media. This practical experience allows students to develop essential journalism skills, such as interviewing, research, and storytelling.

The program exposes students to the professional world of journalism. Participants meet with professionals and professors in the field, like journalists, editors, and publishers. This interaction allows students to learn about the different career paths available in journalism and gain insight into the industry’s inner workings. 

The Harvard Independent Journalism Academy provides a unique opportunity for students to network with other aspiring journalists. The program brings together students from different parts of the country, allowing them to share their experiences and learn from one another. This network can be invaluable as students move forward towards college and progress in journalism.

Sample Schedule

Day 1: Saturday

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Opening Remarks by Harvard Independent

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Guest Speaker Address

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: History of the Harvard Independent, Introduction to Journalism

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Introduction to Sections (News, Opinion, Sports + Entertainment)

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Break

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM: Guest Speaker Address

3:45 PM – 4:15 PM: Closing Remarks and Day 1 Reflection by Harvard Independent

Day 2: Sunday

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Opening Remarks and Review by Harvard Independent

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Guest Speaker Address

11:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Break

11:45 AM -1:30 PM: Activities: Mock storyboard, Writing an article, Editing an article

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Lunch Break

2:30 PM – 3:15 PM: Article Wrap-Up and Presentation, Editorial Reflection

3:15 PM – 4:00 PM: Fireside Chat, Discussion with Harvard Independent Staff Members

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Closing Remarks and Program Reflection by Harvard Independent

Note: All times are in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Details of presentations subject to change. Sessions will be conducted on Zoom, and links will be shared with registered participants prior to the program.

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