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The 19th is proud to welcome its fourth cohort of the Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Fellowship — a program designed to build a meaningful pathway into journalism for those historically excluded from U.S. newsrooms.

“This fellowship exists to ensure that HBCU alums don’t just enter journalism, but that they also have the tools to thrive,” said Kari Cobham, The 19th’s director of fellowships and a graduate of Bethune-Cookman University. “These fellows continue to bring exceptional talent and perspective to our newsroom, and I’m thrilled to welcome the new group.”

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The 2025-26 fellows include:

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