What 12 American Journalists took away from their RIAS Fellowship in Germany
From Münich to Dresden, Erfurt, Berlin, Cologne and Brussels, twelve American journalists explored Germany’s media landscape, history and democratic institutions. These reflections highlight the lasting impact of the 2026 RIAS fellowship.
Insights from 19 American Journalists on their RIAS Alumni Program in Germany
John Pertzborn, KTRS 550 AM, St. Louis, Missouri It was a week in May that I will never forget. I had the incredible opportunity to participate in the RIAS Fellowship program in Berlin along with a day visit to Leipzig. Having last visited Berlin with RIAS in 1995, it was remarkable to witness firsthand how […]
RIAS Media Awards 2026
The award ceremony took place on May 07 at Berlin’s iconic Red City Hall.
300 guests, among them many RIAS alumni and other journalists, as well as representatives from politics and civil society followed the invitation and honored the award recipients from America and Germany for their outstanding contributions to transatlantic journalism.
Winners of the 2026 RIAS Media Awards
On May 7, 2026, the RIAS Berlin Commission will present the RIAS Media Awards at Berlin’s City Hall Rotes Rathaus to journalists from Germany and the United States who have addressed topics of transatlantic relevance in a particularly compelling manner in their articles and reports.
Testimonials of 12 German journalists about their two-week RIAS fellowship in the USA
Leander Löwe, ARD, Hamburg The RIAS program has already been the best thing that has happened to me in 2026. From insightful discussions on current U.S. politics about the Iran conflict and the preparations for the midterm elections, to direct comparisons of journalistic practices (with visits at The New York Times, Telemundo, or NPR), I […]
RIAS 80th Anniversary in special Podcast
„Die Medienhölle“ Podcast with media journalist Jörg Wagner dedicated a special episode to the 80th Anniversary of RIAS telling the history of our eponym. Former colleagues recall defining moments during their time at the Radio In The American Sector.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2j6nNh95tRQ
Twelve German journalists talk about their experiences and insights gained during their two-week RIAS fellowship in the USA
Carsten Upadek, WDR, Cologne A notebook filled with writing, hundreds of photos, and a treasure trove of experiences — that and more is what I brought back from our amazing trip with the RIAS Berlin Commission Fellowship. New York, Philadelphia, Miami, Washington — four remarkable cities in less than two weeks. Each day was so […]
US Journalists reflect on their RIAS Berlin Fellowship in Germany
Eleven US journalists recount their transformative RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship in Germany. From NATO and European Commission briefings to newsroom visits in Berlin, Cologne, and Leipzig, they share powerful insights on journalism, democracy, and transatlantic relations.
Insights from 11 American Journalists on Their RIAS Berlin Fellowship
Eleven American journalists recount their transformative RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship in Germany. From NATO and European Commission briefings to newsroom visits in Berlin, Cologne, and Leipzig, they share powerful insights on journalism, democracy, and transatlantic relations.
American Journalism Students Share Insights from 3-Week Fellowship in Germany (Berlin, Dresden, Hamburg & More)
Discover the experiences of 11 American journalism students during a 3-week RIAS Berlin Commission fellowship across Germany. From Berlin to Hamburg, they share unique insights into journalism training, cultural exchange, and building connections with their German peers.
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