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Events

Throughout the year the Shorenstein Center presents lectures and discussions in a variety of formats — conferences, forums, symposia, lectures, discussions and informal gatherings. Our highly popular Speaker Series highlights the Center’s ability to attract interesting speakers who share their expertise and experience with Kennedy School students throughout the school year.

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Events, Public Interest Journalism,
Objective Journalism in America: A Conversation with Marty Baron
Join us for a discussion on the importance of objective journalism in a democratic society and the role...
March 21, 2024
6:00 PM ET
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Events, Public Interest Journalism,
2024 Goldsmith Awards Ceremony
The 2024 Goldsmith Awards will be held on April 3, 2024 in the JFK Jr. Forum. We will update this...
April 3, 2024
6:00 PM ET
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Events, Misinformation Speaker Series, Past Event Recordings,
Misinformation: Why is it a problem and what can we do about it?
This event was part of the Speaker Series on Misinformation, co-sponsored by the Shorenstein Center for...
March 6, 2024
2:00 PM ET
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Campaigns, Elections & Parties, Events, Past Event Recordings, Prizes & Lectures,
Theodore H. White Lecture on Press & Politics with John Dickerson
After a pandemic hiatus, the Shorenstein Center's annual Theodore H. White Lecture on Press and Politics...
February 5, 2024
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Spotlight Shorenstein

Center News, News, Prizes & Lectures, Public Interest Journalism,
Nina Totenberg to be honored with the 2024 Goldsmith Career Award for Excellence in Journalism
Each year, the Shorenstein Center presents the Goldsmith Career Award for Excellence in Journalism to recognize outstanding contributions to the field...
Center News, News, Public Interest Journalism,
Semifinalists for the 2024 Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting
Our judging committee was tasked with reviewing over 170 entries for this year’s Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting. The following semifinalists...

Prizes and Annual Lectures

The Shorenstein Center recognizes the best journalists, elected officials, and practitioners making a difference in the realm of public policy through its program of annual honorary lectures and prizes.

The Goldsmith Awards

The Goldsmith Awards Program encourages a more insightful, spirited public debate about government, politics and the press. It includes the prestigious Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting, book prizes and the Goldsmith Career Award for Excellence in Journalism. These awards are given annually thanks to a gift from the Goldsmith Fund at the Greenfield Foundation. To learn more about the Goldsmith Awards visit their online home at GoldsmithAwards.org

David Nyhan Prize for Political Journalism

David Nyhan was a columnist and reporter at The Boston Globe, and a Spring 2001 Shorenstein Fellow. The Nyhan Prize honors a journalist who embodies David’s commitment to challenging the powerful and acting as a voice for those whose voices are seldom heard. The award is sponsored by the Shorenstein Center and is made possible by the generosity of the Nyhan family and many friends. Learn more about the Nyhan Prize and past winners>

Theodore H. White Lecture on Press and Politics

The Theodore H. White Lecture on Press and Politics commemorates the life of the reporter and historian who set the standard for contemporary political journalism and campaign coverage. Since 1989 the annual Theodore H. White Lecture has been delivered by a noted politician, journalist, or author. Watch or read previous Theodore H. White lectures>

Richard S. Salant Lecture on Freedom of the Press

The Richard S. Salant Lecture on the Freedom of the Press was established in 2008 by the estate of Dr. Frank Stanton in honor of his longtime friend and colleague, Richard S. Salant, an ardent defender of the First Amendment and passionate leader of broadcast ethics and news standards. Watch or read previous Salant lectures>