Prof. Zachary Clopton has been named Interim Dean of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law for two years, effective July 22. A renowned legal scholar on civil procedure, Clopton brings a collaborative leadership style and dynamic vision to the dean’s office. news.law.northwestern.edu/zachary-d-cl...

Looking forward to attending this! @journalismfestival.com @medillschool.bsky.social #ijf25

#ijf25 @journalismfestival.com #Perugia Tim Franklin (Medill, Northwestern University) on Future of Local News panel describes the vital role that universities have in "stepping up to provide journalism for low information communities." @medillschool.bsky.social @timafranklin.bsky.social

Noreen Gillespie (journalism director Microsoft) urges media to share what they have learned in overcoming obstacles, developing revenue, etc: "The best solutions need the most oxygen...This is a moment when collaborations are not a luxury but a necessity." #ijf25 @journalismfestival.com

Aaand we are back #ijf25

@journalismfestival.com Rawan Damen (Director-General, Arab Reporters for Investigative Journalism:): "The United States has become a hostile environment for journalists. i never thought I would say that sentence...We need to find new ways to fight back." #ijf25

I'm here for the start of the International Journalism Festival in Perugia, Italy! Waiting for one of the first events: Decentralising Media Support for the World's Majority!

From the Austrian Alps to the vibrant streets of Argentina, these Master of Science in Journalism students had incredible experiences during #MedillExplores! Our students reported on topics such as climate change, education, healthcare and more.

IRE was founded Feb. 22, 1975 in Reston, Virginia — exactly 50 years ago today! This milestone is special. It means that for half a century, our members have stayed true to the belief that journalism can help us all live in a better, more informed world. www.ire.org/ire-50th-news/