CJS students have been rigorously developing their research and reporting skills in the initial months of their program. In an age where misinformation can shape public perception and undermine democratic processes, student-led teams aim to empower voters with the facts they need to make informed decisions.
Here’s where you can find their work:
Find in-depth articles and analyses about the election, highlighting the diverse perspectives that matter from the Big Apple and across the plains.
Election Day Live Reporting
Another way to stay informed on Election Day is through the Live Blog on CNS, which will be updated throughout the day with real-time results, expert insights and on-the-ground reporting — all in one place.
Decision 2024 Live Broadcast
Tune in for "Down for the Count:" a Decision 2024 live broadcast on Election Day at 9 p.m. ET, as students close the day with key stories from field reporters. This broadcast offers a unique opportunity for students to run a full newsroom during a presidential election.
Follow the Numbers
Part of the day’s coverage will feature the Data Desk, utilizing journalistic AI technology available to Columbia Journalism students. This student-run tool will deliver visualizations throughout the day, helping viewers grasp the current state of the polls through data.
More Coverage
- Students in the M.A. Politics program reported on the U.S. presidential election in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The reporting trip allowed students to report on the election in one of the most important swing states. Watch a recap of their reporting.
- In a live broadcast, CJS News reported on the US presidential election. Students interviewed voters in Brooklyn, Times Square and Columbia's campus. Dean Jelani Cobb joined the live broadcast to discuss his experience at the Harris campaign's watch party in Washington, D.C.
Special thank you to our faculty for supporting students in capturing these important stories.
Interested in learning more?
Discover the CJS2030 Democracy Initiative and this groundwork for accountability reporting.
