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Empowering journalists at all career stages w/ executive, professional & entrepreneurial training programs & initiatives at the Newmark J-School 🚀 https://www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 9
🚨 Big news! We are launching two brand new AI Journalism Labs in 2026 — Leaders + Builders — with support from @microsoft.com and featuring new partners Nordic AI Journalism.

Applications are now open. Learn more ↓
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 3d
👀 FINAL CALL: Applications for the AI Journalism Labs: Leaders and Builders close TONIGHT at 11:59pm ET.

What role will you play in journalism's AI future? Learn more and apply now ↓
www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/ai-jo...
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 6d
🗣️ There’s still time to apply for the new AI Journalism Labs: Leaders & Builders — tuition-free, hybrid programs designed to help journalists take bold steps into the age of AI.

Learn more and apply by this Friday October 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET! ↓
www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/ai-jo...
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AI Journalism Labs

@newmarkjplus.bsky.social's 3-to-6-month hybrid, tuition-free and highly participatory programs invite journalists and executives to explore generative AI through theory and practice, and add meaningfully to the conversation.

🔗 Learn more: https://twp.ai/9PVjfM
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 11d
Make sure you register for tomorrow's AI Journalism Lab: ADOPTION Showcase — a free virtual event with presentations from our recent Adoption cohort.

Join us for an inside look into how newsrooms are beginning to put AI into practice. 🌟

RSVP HERE ↓
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 12d
🔧The Builders Lab (Apr–Jul 2026), with the Nordic AI Journalism network:

· For product thinkers and developers
· Prior product experience required
· Includes travel stipend to attend NYC kickoff
· Guided capstone project & expert coaching

Apply here ↓
www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/ai-jo...
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 12d
🛠️ For product thinkers, developers, and strategists: the Builders Lab is your chance to test and create with AI.

Applications are open for both tracks (Leaders & Builders) NOW through October 10.

Learn more and apply ↓
www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/ai-jo...
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 14d
🧭 The Leaders Lab (Jan–Apr 2026):

· Best for newsroom managers, founders, entrepreneurs
· No technical background required
· Includes a travel stipend to attend the NYC kickoff
· Guided capstone project with expert coaching

Learn more and apply here ↓
www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/ai-jo...
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 14d
⚡️ Applications are OPEN for two new hybrid, tuition-free AI Journalism Labs — Leaders and Builders.

If you’re ready to lead your newsroom into the age of AI, the Leaders Lab may be the right fit. ↓

www.journalism.cuny.edu/j-plus/ai-jo...
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 17d
We’re just ONE WEEK out from the AI Journalism Lab: ADOPTION Showcase! 💡

Hear quick project spotlights on AI editorial workflows, bias-aware reporting, streamlined newsletters, and so much more in this free, virtual event.

RSVP here ↓
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AI Journalism Lab: Adoption Showcase · Zoom · Luma
The AI Journalism Lab program, supported by Microsoft, is the first of its kind: A sandbox for journalists to experiment with how AI tools can be meaningfully…
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 20d
💻 Our AI Journalism Labs info session is happening TOMORROW, and we don't want you to miss it!

Join us tomorrow September 24th at 11am ET to learn how how these tuition-free, hybrid Labs can help journalists explore the future of AI in news.

RSVP here ↓
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AI Journalism Labs: Leaders and Builders Info Session · Zoom · Luma
💡 Join us to learn more about the two upcoming AI Journalism Labs at the the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, with support from Microsoft!…
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 24d
🌟 YOU'RE INVITED to the AI Journalism Lab: ADOPTION Showcase — a free webinar featuring 5-minute presentations from program participants.

Join us on on Friday, October 3 at 11:00am ET to learn how newsrooms are testing and implementing AI to enhance impact!

RSVP here ↓
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 25d
Not on our mailing list? We don't want you to miss a thing 🌟

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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 25d
Check your inbox! The J+ Monthly newsletter just dropped. 📩

Open for musings on J+'s 10th birthday, an ONA recap, the details on our brand new AI Journalism Labs for 2026, and so much more.

You can also read in full here ↓
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · 26d
Join an info session for our brand new AI Journalism Lab tracks – Leaders and Builders – to learn more about the curriculum and which one is right for you!

🗓️ Wednesday September 24th from 11-11:45am ET.

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AI Journalism Labs: Leaders and Builders Info Session · Zoom · Luma
💡 Join us to learn more about the two upcoming AI Journalism Labs at the the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, with support from Microsoft!…
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
🚀 The cohort includes eight leaders who began their careers in fields such as higher education and politics –– who since transitioned into nonprofit journalism leadership.

Applications will open this Winter for the third cohort.

Stay in touch ↓
go.journalism.cuny.edu/l/930393/202...
Be the first to learn about our professional development programs and events at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Ron Van Ormer is the managing director at @ithacavoice.bsky.social. He is based in Ithaca, New York.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Michele Siqueiros (@simichele.bsky.social) is the CEO of The LA Local. She is based in Los Angeles, California.

⚡️Ki Sung Managing Editor of Digital News at @kqednews.kqed.org. She is based in San Francisco, California.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Max Resnik (@maxresnik.bsky.social) is Director of Growth of the Documenters Network at @citybureau.bsky.social. He is based in Brooklyn, New York.

⚡️Caitlin Schmidt is Editor and Publisher at the Tucson Spotlight. She is based in Tucson, Arizona.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Kari Mar is the founder and publisher of La Conner Community News. She is based in La Conner, Washington.

⚡️Alyssa Pinkerton is the development director at @coloradosun.com. She is based in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Michaux Hood is Chief Revenue Officer at @cvilletomorrow.bsky.social. She is based in Charlottesville, Virginia.

⚡️Marla Jones Newman is VP of People and Culture at CIR Studios. She is based in Denver, Colorado.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Peter Hanscom is Chief Development Officer at Free Press Indiana/@mirrorindy.org. He is based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

⚡️Paige Hendrickson is a co-founder and the Director of Development at the @nashvillebanner.bsky.social. She is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Eric Falquero (@ericfalquero.bsky.social) is a co-founder and Director of Operations for @51st.news. He is based in Washington, D.C.

⚡️Bethanie Glaser is the Vice President, Strategy & Operations at Civic News Company. She is based in Washington, D.C.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
⚡️Amethyst Davis is the founder of the Harvey World Herald. She is based in Harvey, Illinois.

⚡️Clare Dignan is the Director of Philanthropy at @ctmirror.org. She is based in Hartford, Connecticut.
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 10
🌟 We are thrilled to introduce the 15 leaders joining the second Nonprofit News Business Certificate cohort — a 9-month, project-based training program from J+, @theajp.bsky.social & Blue Engine Collaborative.

Learn about the cohort ↓
www.journalism.cuny.edu/2025/09/15-l...
15 Leaders Selected for the Second Cohort of the Nonprofit News Business Certificate - Newmark J-School
The Nonprofit News Business Certificate, a 9-month, project-based training program developed by J+ at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of
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Newmark J+ @newmarkjplus.bsky.social · Sep 9
To learn more about the program and find out which track is right for you, join our info session Wed, Sept. 24 11–11:45 am ET to ask your questions. 💡

RSVP here ↓
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AI Journalism Labs: Leaders and Builders Info Session · Zoom · Luma
💡 Join us to learn more about the two upcoming AI Journalism Labs at the the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, with support from Microsoft!…
luma.com