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Nieman Reports

Nieman Reports, the Nieman Foundation’s quarterly magazine about journalism, reaches a global audience in print and online at www.niemanreports.org. Founded in 1947, it features the writing and photography of journalists from around the world, many of whom are former Nieman Fellows. They draw on their experiences in the field, illuminating many of the profession’s core challenges and opportunities. Our most recent issues are:

Spring 2012: “Changing the Newsroom”
Looking back what would they do differently? Six editors take a hard look at newspapers and what it will take for them to stay alive. More investigative journalism, more training, and an embrace of digital initiatives are among the priorities they’d have if they were back in charge. What resonates throughout their essays is the need for coverage that helps citizens and democracy thrive.
Winter 2011: “Writing the Book”
How does a journalist make the journey to author? A variety of paths and potential pitfalls are here for you to learn from. Authors of memoirs, novels and nonfiction narratives write frankly about the ups and downs. These days the topic of books can’t be discussed without mentioning online platforms and self-publishing so you’ll also hear from the individuals behind The Atavist and Byliner as well as an author who brought his book back from the dead via print-on-demand.
Fall 2011: “Cold Case Reporting”
Cases unheard. Justice denied. These words fit many crimes committed with racial intent a half century ago. Now reporters burrow into forgotten files, locate witnesses, track down suspects, publish what they find—and write for us about their work that in some cases is resulting in justice finally being served. Journalists then explore how stories about black America are told today, and how political upheaval in the Middle East reverberates in the region's media.

Nieman Reports can be found on Facebook and Twitter. Back issues—starting with Summer 1998—are available in our online archive.

Professor’s Corner

Professor's Corner is a special online companion to Nieman Reports that focuses on journalism education. In addition to featuring articles from the current issue of Nieman Reports that relate to journalism school concerns, other elements of Professor’s Corner include: 

  • Teaching Tools links to stories culled from the pages of Nieman Reports and united by topic for classroom use.

  • Teaching Glimpses in which j-school professors describe the unique methods they use to engage with students and share links to their students’ work.