Newmark J-School Virtual Open House

April 13, 2026

Welcome to the Newmark J-School Virtual Open House!

You don’t have to be on campus to experience the J-School.

Join us for a live, interactive Virtual Open House and get an inside look at our programs, faculty, and the kind of journalism you’ll be doing here. Meet the people, explore your options, and start to picture your future—wherever you’re joining from.

How to Attend

The virtual open house will be hosted on Zoom. After you register, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the sessions. 

  • You can attend as many sessions as you’d like.
  • All sessions will take place in Eastern Time (ET). 
  • Watch Zoom’s tutorial video (3 minutes) to learn how to join a Zoom meeting.
  • An account with Zoom is required.
  • Questions? Reach out to .

Can’t make it? Please email to schedule a one-on-one virtual session with an admissions representative.

Schedule

  • 1:00 - 1:15 p.m. ET

Welcome & Overview

Start here. Hear directly from school leadership about what makes the J-School different—and how our programs are designed to prepare you to do meaningful, impactful journalism from day one.

We’ll also kick things off with a quick interactive poll so you can connect with others in the room and share what’s bringing you here.

  • 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. ET

Faculty Panel

Faculty across programs will share highlights from their courses, what you’ll actually learn, and how each path prepares you for the field. Come with questions — you’ll have a chance to ask them live.

Moderated by: Allison Lichter, Associate Dean

Faculty participants include:

  • 2:20 - 2:50 p.m. ET

Reporting Today: Research + AI

How is journalism evolving right now? This session explores how reporters are using research methods and AI to strengthen investigations, deepen reporting, and navigate a rapidly changing media landscape.

Presenter: Barbara Gray

  • 2:50 - 3:25 p.m. ET

Paying for Your Degree: Financial Aid + Scholarships

Get clear, practical guidance on how to fund your education. We’ll walk through tuition, scholarships, and financial aid, including key information for international students.

  • 3:25 - 4:00 p.m. ET

Final Q&A + Next Steps

Bring your questions. The admissions team will cover anything we didn’t get to and help you understand what comes next, from staying connected to preparing for orientation.