Knight Foundation Uses Grants To Improve Journalism Education.

Lively, Kit

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Publication Date: 1997

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Knight Foundation Uses Grants To Improve Journalism Education.

Lively, Kit

Chronicle of Higher Education, v43 n31 pA34-A35 Apr 11 1997

The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has contributed $58 million to improve journalism education since 1990, including endowment of 10 university chairs, fellowships for mid-career journalists, and scholarships for journalism majors. The endowed chairs are bringing respected journalists into academe. The foundation also donates to schools, fine arts, and public service projects. (MSE)

Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education, Fellowships, Financial Support, Fine Arts, Grants, Higher Education, Journalism Education, Majors (Students), Philanthropic Foundations, Professional Development, Program Development, Public Service, Scholarships

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Language: English

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