The RIAS Berlin Commission is launching a new transatlantic exchange program for journalism master students from Germany and the United States. Eight American and eight
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.
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
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
Carsten Upadek, WDR, Cologne A notebook filled with writing, hundreds of photos, and a treasure trove of experiences — that and more is what I
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.
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.
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.
Twelve German journalism students share their insights from a three-week RIAS ERP fellowship in the USA, with experiences ranging from Washington D.C. to Oklahoma, Nebraska, Arizona, and Indiana, exploring U.S. politics, media, and culture during a historic time.
Discover the experiences of 11 German journalists in the USA at a particularly exciting and crucial time – only a few weeks before the presidential election
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