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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Matt Murray says: 'Laura impressed us with her political chops, new-media skills & awareness, boundless curiosity, and track record of enterprise. We’re excited to welcome her, and grateful to all this year’s applicants, who as a group continue to inspire us about the future of journalism.' (5/5)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

She added: 'Thank you to the editors of the Post and those who make the Stern-Bryan fellowship possible. And, thank you to @politicsjoe.bsky.social and every editor who has mentored me to be in the position to take on this amazing opportunity.' (4/5)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Laura says: 'I’m honoured to have won the Stern-Bryan Fellowship and follow in the steps of the incredible British journalists who have stepped foot in The Washington Post before me.' (3/5)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Laura was interviewed in London by a distinguished panel from the Post - Matt Murray, Dan Balz @kevinjsullivan.bsky.social Nick Baumann William Booth and @karlaadam.bsky.social - and was up against a highly impressive shortlist of five other early career journalists. (2/5)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Thanks Cara! Sorry - we can't guarantee that every Fellow will meet their future life partner :) but we can promise you will get to report on some amazing stories. Details are here if you want to apply:https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance/funding/stern-bryan-fellowship (4/4)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

And I exposed the treatment of unpaid incarcerated people in Louisiana. The whole experience was totally unforgettable. I learnt from some of the best reporters and editors working today. And made incredible life-long friends, including my husband!” (3/4)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

'I was there for the 2022 Midterm Elections, a pivotal moment in the battle between Biden and Trump. And it was incredibly exciting. Bob Woodward shook my hand on day one. An Uber driver showed me his gun in Texas. (2.4)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Cara McGoogan recalls her time as a Stern-Bryan fellow on the Washington Post: "From JD Vance slamming a car door in my face to Cyndi Lauper singing on the White House lawn in celebration of the Same Sex Marriage Act, the Stern-Bryan Fellowship gave me an autumn of reporting like no other. (1/4)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

The fellowship offers an early career British journalist the chance to work for three months at the Post and then a month's travel. If you want to apply, all details here www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-...

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Whether it was a Republican barbecue bash in Iowa, chasing senators down the hallways of Congress or a rally headlined by Barack Obama in Virginia, it was an incredible way to experience the frontline of American politics." (3/4)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

"There is no better opportunity for a British early-career journalist than the Stern Fellowship. From my first day I was covering the top stories of Donald Trump's second term and working with some of the best journalists in the business. (2/4)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

From the White House to the Joshua Tree...what's it like to do the Stern-Bryan Fellowship? Here's what last year's winner Katie Tarrant has to say about her time at the Post, (and her subsequent roadtrip round six states): (1/4)

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Department of Journalism, City St George's University of London @journalismatcity.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Early-career journalist in the UK? Interested in spending 3 months at The Washington Post? What if we drop in another month of travel across the US in this mid-term election year? You can now apply to become our 45th Stern-Bryan Fellow! Details: lnkd.in/eXuhPH_Y Trust us, you don't want to miss it!

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City St George's, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

We're opening the process a bit earlier this year and so watch out for the earlier closing date too - 13 Feb 2026

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Today's the day! Applications are now open for the 45th @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social . Calling early career British journalists who would like to spend 3 months working for @washingtonpost.com + 1 month's travel in the US - see details at: www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-...

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Katie says: "I'm beyond excited to have been selected for this year's fellowship. I can't wait to learn from a newsroom as prestigious as the Washington Post. I'm looking forward to getting to know the team, diving head first into US politics and seeing as much of the States as possible!"

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Katie was interviewed by a distinguished panel including Matt Murray, Dan Balz, Kevin Sullivan, Steve Hendrix, William Booth and Karla Adam, and was up against a highly competitive shortlist.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

For more details please go to city.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance/funding/stern-bryan-fellowship

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Many early career journalists got their break/developed their career as a result of this

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

The @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social deadline is MONDAY! If you’re an early career British journalist don’t miss out on this opportunity to work for @washingtonpost.com for three months…

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

ONE WEEK TO GO! If you are an early career British journalist wanting to apply for the @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social please remember the deadline is 3 March. Remember as well as your cover letter you need to include your cuttings and get your written references!

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

The @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social deadline is a week tomorrow. If you’re an early career British journalist don’t miss out on this opportunity to work for @washingtonpost.com for three months & travel around the US for a month. city.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance/funding/stern-bryan-fellowship

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

I was on the road for almost all of my three months and reported from 10 states as Trump battled Harris to take his second term. It was endlessly fun and challenging while learning from some of the best editors in the business. (2/3)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

@cheesemanab.bsky.social on her experience last year as the @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social 'There are simply no other opportunities in British journalism like the Stern-Bryan fellowship. It is a life changing opportunity that the Post packs full of unforgettable experiences. (1/3)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Our most recent fellows are @alexandraheal.bsky.social and @cheesemanab.bsky.social - could you follow in their footsteps? NB you must submit 3 samples of work with your application AND two written references - see details here: city.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance/funding/stern-bryan-fellowship

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

If you're a journalist on a regional media organisation, thinking about applying for @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social , do consider it - Sarah Neville was on the @yorkshirepost.co.uk when she won it. See details here: city.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance/funding/stern-bryan-fellowship

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Looking forward to the weekend? If you're an early career British journalist, spend time reading up on the amazing opportunity that is @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social - 3 mths' work at @washingtonpost.com & 1 month's travel. city.ac.uk/prospective-students/finance/funding/stern-bryan-fellowship

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

It says this is for British journalists - what does this mean? Applications are open for British citizens, or those with settled status or ILR, working full-time or freelance for a British media outlet

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

What makes a successful Fellow? The most successful are those who are comfortable with a faster pace and a hunger to try lots of things. So if you have that attitude, great - apply!

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

What cuttings should I submit? Put in your best pieces that show work you've done. If you're a producer make sure you let us know what your role and what you contributed to a piece.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

What kind of journalist do I have to be? We look at absolutely everyone. We've had Fellows who have come from newspapers, broadcast, digital and podcasters. You should have strong writing skills though.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

In general, Stern Fellows usually have about 3-5 years' experience at a national outlet - but we have also had some very successful Fellows who have come from regional outlets or freelance.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

What is early career? We don't define this in a formulaic way. Put simply, you should have had enough experience to be able to be able to be of good use to the National desk - while still early enough for this experience to really help your career.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Every year we get a lot of questions about the Stern-Bryan fellowship - so here's a few answers for those who might be considering applying....

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Would you like to be the next Stern-Bryan fellow - who knows what you would end up doing? Find out more details about the fellowship here: www.city.ac.uk/prospective-...

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

"I hitched a lift with presidential candidate Ralph Nader. I’ll never forget traversing the country with him in his battered old car: there was no better way to learn about the country - and its politics." @cathynewman.bsky.social (2000)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

“I managed to persuade Ben Bradlee to send me to the 1984 Republican Convention in Dallas. When he asked me...what I thought of the event, I said, ‘Well, it couldn’t be more different from a Tory party conference!’ @masieghart.bsky.social (1984)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

"I flew on Air Force Two between several states with Joe Biden, had just 20 minutes to file on Michelle Obama addressing the Congressional Black Caucus gala dinner, and was in the office until 3am on election night waiting for Congressional results for Montana. @jamesrball.com (2012)

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

What could you expect to do as a @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social winner working for @washingtonpost.com ? Here are some of our previous winners' experiences....

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Follow in the footsteps in a long list of distinguished journalists who got their break here - and have a front row seat at a fascinating time to be a journalist in the US.

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sternbryanfellow.bsky.social @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Today's the day! Applications are now open for the 44th @sternbryanfellow.bsky.social. Calling early career British journalists who would like to spend 3 months working for @washingtonpost.com + 1 month's travel - see details at: www.city.ac.uk/prospective-...

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Stern-Bryan Fellowship | City, University of London

Every year, a British journalist gets the chance to spend three months at the Washington Post.

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