Medill National Security Reporting Project
Medill/GlobalPost investigation sheds new light on $3.2 billion U.S. mine clearance and victim assistance effort.
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Medill/USA TODAY investigation of U.S. international food aid programs finds significant, entrenched problems
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#MedillRemembers James Foley, One Year Later
Remembering James Foley's life and legacy one year after his death at the hands of the Islamic State.
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Major TV networks sign onto freelancer safety compact
Read about the compact, which was signed by Medill NSJI Co-Director Ellen Shearer at Columbia University in September, here.McCormick Foundation renews grant for Medill National Security Journalism program
EVANSTON, Ill. — The Robert R. McCormick Foundation has renewed a $1 million grant to fund the Medill National Security Journalism Initiative at Northwestern University over the next two years.
The NSJ program provides journalists-in-training and working journalists with the knowledge and skills necessary to report accurately, completely and with context on events and issues related to defense, security and civil liberties. The initiative began in January, 2009 with an initial three-year, $1.3 million McCormick Foundation grant. The grant was also renewed for $1 million over two years in 2011.
REPORTS FROM MEDILL STUDENTS
Online recruiting fuels big boost in Islamic State foreign troops
A recent report from the House Homeland Security Committee analyzes the unprecedented growth in the number of foreigners traveling to Syria and other terrorist areas across the globe. Continue reading
The National War College in Washington hosted Medill National Security Journalism students to observe and participate in how top military and government officials learn how to develop strategic approaches to national security problems. Continue reading
Fallen Marine inspires others to run
WASHINGTON — Running the Marine Corps Marathon was not only about covering 26.2 miles or eating endless amounts of carbs, it was about honoring those who have died in battle, like Maj. Megan McClung. Maj. Marcus Byrne of the United … Continue reading
Mysterious decline in Air Force contract competition
Air Force contracts awarded after competitive bidding havd dropped by one third, while the other services didn’t experience the problem. And there seems to be no reason for the decline. Continue reading
Syrian reporter honored for giving back to her country
WASHINGTON – The increasing dangers to journalists covering the Syrian civil war and other stories in areas where the Islamic State operates has driven many to cover the conflicts from outside the country, leaving the rest of the world less … Continue reading
VIDEO: Warrior Summit Helps Veterans Transition Back to Civilian Life
Veterans still face a tough time with post-military life, especially when interacting with other civilians. But a number of groups are working to help veterans transition out of the military. Continue reading
Veteran journalists prepare you to survive hostile environments
Global Journalist Security has responded to growing dangers facing reporters in war-torn regions.
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Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters aids vets with music rehab project
Pink Floyd lead singer Roger Waters is jamming with wounded warriors. Find out why the rock star is joining forces with the armed forces. Continue reading
Defense Secretary Carter: ‘More work lies ahead’ in Afghanistan
Defense Secretary Ashton Carter said the president’s decision to keep 5,500 U.S. troops in Afghanistan is going to allow the U.S. to “finish what we started.” Continue reading
