Gary Marx Scholarship - Investigative Reporters & Editors

Provides assistance to attend the IRE Conference, June 17-20, 2021.

Description

Established by long-time IRE member David Jackson who established the Gary Marx Journalism Fund to honor a trusted Chicago Tribune colleague, Gary Marx, and hopefully to inspire the new generation of investigative reporters.

Applications are due April 19, 2021

Apply online

Who is eligible?

U.S.-based college journalism students and early-career journalists (three years post-college graduation). Preference will be given to applicants from Illinois.

What does the fellowship provide?

One-year IRE membership/renewal ($70 value)
Complimentary conference registration ($315 value)
Up to three hotel hotel nights ($900 value)
Travel stipend ($500)

Required application materials:

LinkedIn page or link to resume
Links to two clips showcasing journalism work
Letter of support from supervisor/appropriate person to attend the conference. Letter should include why you are deserving of a scholarship to receive this training.