The Council for the Advancement of Science Writing
offers traveling fellowships to cover the cost of attending
the annual New Horizons in Science briefing for
journalists.The annual conference brings together
top-rank scientists and leading science reporters for
an in-depth look at seminal developments in science,
medicine and technology that are likely to make news
in the coming months. Fellows will also have the
opportunity to participate in the day-long professional
workshops sponsored by the National Association of
Science Writers that immediately precede the briefing.
The fellowships are intended primarily for reporters
from smaller metropolitan print and broadcast news
outlets, freelancers and webcasters with a demonstrated
interest in science writing. They offer a unique intro-
duction to science reporting that will prove of long-term
benefit to the individual and the profession. CASW will,
upon request, assign a veteran science writer to serve as
personal mentor to the fellowship recipient. 

Winners of previous Travel Fellowships________________________________________________

To apply, submit three collated sets containing each of the following:

1. A brief (no more than 500-word) expression of interest
2. A resume (with home and office telephone numbers)
3. No more than 3 clips or broadcast transcripts (on any topic)
4. A nominating letter from a senior editor, news director or producer.

The deadline for applications is September 8.  If you have questions, contact Diane McGurgan at 304-754-6786 or diane@casw.org. Mail submissions to: CASW New Horizons Fellowships, P. O. Box 910, Hedgesville, WV 25427