DEADLINE: Bill Lane Center for the American West Media Fellowship

Stanford University’s Bill Lane Center for the American West has supported journalism about the West, its lands, and its environments for more than a decade. We’re soliciting a new round of applications for our media fellowship. It provides a $7,500 stipend for three months’ work, half of which is awarded at the time of selection, the other half upon completion of the project. 

As of September 8, 2025, we will accept applications for an award to be made in mid-November. Deadline for applications is October 6, 2025. Applicants should include a description of the project, a resume, three clips, and evidence that established publishers or distributors will seriously consider publishing or distributing the work. The media fellow is responsible for securing distribution of the work. The story should be published any time after receiving the award, but no later than mid-August 2026. Previously, we had expected publication within six months of the date of the award; we are extending the deadline to allow more flexibility. While the fellow will have nine months to complete their project, we still prefer publication/production within six months when feasible. 

Incorporating a plan to work with Stanford-based experts is not a requirement but will ensure an application gets extra attention. We are especially interested in supporting emerging voices producing groundbreaking environmental journalism.

Details and application.