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December Newsletter: Multicultural GBJ exchanges — at Tsinghua, across China and beyond
This month, the Global Business Journalism community continued to demonstrate its commitment to rigorous reporting, cross-cultural exchange and on-the-ground learning. From newsroom insights on covering policy in an era of misinformation to international academic partnerships and student exchanges, GBJ faculty and students engaged deeply with the forces shaping global media today. Highlights include a distinguished guest lecture by veteran journalist Angela Greiling Keane.
Rick Dunham
Jan 97 min read


Why GBJ? Professor Lee Miller explains how Global Business Journalism makes its graduates "more competitive" in the crowded job market
In today's crowded and fast-moving business information landscape, journalists need more than traditional reporting skills. They need to explain complex economic and global stories clearly and accurately, says Lee Miller, director of the Bloomberg Lab at Tsinghua University and a professor in the Global Business Journalism program. In a new video produced by Global Business Journalism reporter Nguyen Quan Huy, Miller emphasizes that modern journalism is about storytelling acr
Rick Dunham
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Early application deadline for GBJ coming soon: December 31
The end of 2025 is also the end of the first round of applications to the Global Business Journalism program. And while the final application deadline for the 2026-2027 academic year is not until April 15, 2026, there are significant benefits to applying early. International applicants can get informationcan get detailed information and tips for applying on the GlobalBusinessJournalism.com website. They must formally apply on the official Tsinghua graduate school site.
Rick Dunham
Dec 28, 20251 min read


November Newsletter: Global Business Journalism triumphs with Washington forum, Malaysian princess visits, UN youth competition and more
This month, the Global Business Journalism community showcased its commitment to dialogue, education and global engagement. From Washington to Beijing, GBJ students, faculty and alumni took part in high-level discussions shaping the future of journalism, international cooperation and youth development. Highlights include the Tsinghua Business Journalism Forum in Washington, a royal visit strengthening Malaysia–China educational ties, and GBJ professor Lee Miller’s role as jud
Rick Dunham
Dec 3, 20259 min read


October Newsletter: Global Business Journalism students explore innovation, entrepreneurship and green development; prof enters Hall of Fame
The journalism school remains an international hub of activity, hosting visits by top officials of the International Center for Journalists, as well as an international health communication forum and a visit from education innovators. Second-year students had a chance to engage in a work-study trip to Inner Mongolia. And co-director Rick Dunham, received the honor of a lifetime. There will be lots of news next month, with the Tsinghua Business Journalism Forum scheduled for N
Rick Dunham
Nov 3, 20258 min read


Dean Zhou Qing'an: Class of 2025 carved "a unique path to success" through pandemic-era challenges
Tsinghua Journalism School Dean Zhou QIng'an spoke to the graduates of the Global Business Journalism program at the June 20 commencement celebration. Among the highlights: "You joined the GBJ program during the uncertainties of a global pandemic ... Through challenges and changes, you supported each other, adapted to new realities, and never lost sight of your goals. Today, you stand proud and accomplished — each of you having carved a unique path to success."
Rick Dunham
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Commencement 2025: 27 Global Business Journalism grads celebrate master's degrees at joyous ceremony
Twenty-seven students from eight nations celebrated their successful completion of the Global Business Journalism program on June 20 in a joyous event at the Tsinghua School of Journalism and Communication. The event marked the graduation of 18 Chinese and nine international students from seven countries. The 2025 celebration also recognized long-time contributors to the program including co-director Rick Dunham, who will enter semi-retirement next February after more than 1

Bakhtawar Tauseef
Jun 29, 20254 min read


May Newsletter: A successful GBJ thesis defense; Tsinghua celebrates global dialogue and culture
Summer energy is building at Tsinghua, and May has been a month of milestones, global dialogue, and powerful storytelling for the Global Business Journalism community. From thesis defenses and cultural celebrations to high-level diplomatic visits and student achievements, GBJ students and faculty have embraced every opportunity to learn, connect, and inspire. This month has showcased the heart of what GBJ stands for: international exchange, academic excellence, and human stor
Rick Dunham
Jun 1, 20255 min read


From news to Reels: 5 ways to transform your reporting into engaging videos
Here are seven strategies, complete with examples, that can help transform traditional reporting into compelling short-form videos.
Rick Dunham
Feb 5, 20254 min read


Commencement 2024: 29 students from 13 nations earn master's degrees from Global Business Journalism program
The message resonating from the Tsinghua School of Journalism and Communication on Commencement Day 2024 was clear: The new crew of...
Rick Dunham
Jun 29, 20245 min read


"The best is yet to come," says Bloomberg's Matthew Winkler as he visits Global Business Journalism students at Tsinghua
“The innovative spirit is mirrored here at Tsinghua and is vital for the evolution of journalism education,” Winkler said during the session
Rick Dunham
May 20, 20243 min read


April Newsletter: Happy Birthday, Tsinghua! Bloomberg legend Matthew Winkler visits the School of Journalism. GBJ alumni reunion dinner ... and more!
Happy 113th Birthday, Tsinghua! Bloomberg legend Matthew Winkler visits the School of Journalism. And GBJ holds its alumni reunion reunion.

Vicki Chalermlapvoraboon
May 7, 20244 min read


March newsletter: Journalism school inaugurates new GBJ classroom and Bloomberg Lab in renovated building; GBJ welcomes a visiting journalist from Singapore
Spring semester kickoff – celebrating the renoation of the j-school building, our GBJ promotional video, a visiting scholar from Singapore.

Vicki Chalermlapvoraboon
Apr 1, 20247 min read


December newsletter: J-school renovation nears completion. GBJ workshops in Thailand. Europe next?
We bade a special farewell to visiting scholar Michelle Ng from Singapore and welcomed a camera crew to shoot a promotional video on GBJ.

Vicki Chalermlapvoraboon
Dec 31, 20236 min read


Pad Thai and Peking Duck spice up Global Business Journalism program's Beijing-Bangkok connection
The connections between Tsinghua University and Thai institutions keep growing with the help of Global Business Journalism's Lee Miller.

Vicki Chalermlapvoraboon
Dec 22, 20232 min read


The 2023 Tsinghua Business Journalism Forum at a glance: Highlights of every speech
By XU BO and RICK DUNHAM Global Business Journalism reporters "Business Journalism and Economic Communication in the Era of Artificial...
Rick Dunham
Dec 4, 202310 min read


Artificial intelligence is the focus of Asian communication research meeting at Tsinghua University
Artificial intelligence has "vast potential" to improve the future of communication research in the decades ahead and will "enhance our...
Rick Dunham
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Bloomberg editor-in-chief John Micklethwait visits Beijing, meets Global Business Journalism grads
Two Global Business Journalism program alumni and GBJ professor Lee Miller joined Bloomberg editor-in-chief John Micklethwait for a lunch...
Rick Dunham
Nov 6, 20232 min read


October newsletter: Students tour 3 media companies, j-school renovations, and Indonesia's president
This month's highlights: Students tour 3 media companies, j-school renovations, and GBJ student meets Indonesia's president in Beijing.
Rick Dunham
Oct 30, 20235 min read


Bloomberg journalists in Beijing inspire Global Business Journalism students with career advice
By CHEN SIDA Global Business Journalism reporter Tsinghua University students in the Corporate Strategies course traded their classroom...
Rick Dunham
Oct 25, 20233 min read
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