The Sports Journalism Institute is a non-profit whose mission is to increase the diversity in the nation’s sports media from the ground up. The roughly 300 graduates of the classroom/internship program since its founding in 1992 are a testament to our devotion to this goal. Learn more →
October 29, 2015
October 29, 2015
October 29, 2015
October 29, 2015
Juan Rodriguez, a member of the Sports Journalism Institute’s Class of 1994, lost his battle with brain cancer on Jan. 18. His work, and his friendship, will remain in the hearts of his SJI brothers and sisters. Read more →
Seven journalists and two organizations — one being SJI — was recognized for their efforts in receiving the Missouri Honor Medal for Distinguished Service in Journalism on October 26 in Columbia, Missouri. Read more →
"SJI groomed be to become what I am today. The mentors I had there challenged me to become something more than an average human being. They prepared me for the adversity I was going to face as a young journalist and I believe I have overcome it. "
"I knew nothing before SJI. I learned what it takes to succeed in a fast-moving and ever evolving media industry. Scanning media outlets constantly to stay ahead of incoming news, as well as developing my network represent just a sliver of invaluable skills SJI engrained in my work ethic. "
"SJI was one of the most challenging, yet fulfilling experiences of my life. I went in an amateur at AP style, writing on deadline and even staying on top of all current sports news. I left ready to take on my internship with confidence and later become one of the youngest daily sports show hosts in digital journalism."
