The Western Knight Center is funded by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and is a joint project of the USC Annenberg School of Communications and the University of California, Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism. The seminar will bring 15 journalism fellows together with scientists, conservationists, policy makers, and representatives of the commercial and sports fishing industries to discuss the environmental, social and economic issues surrounding the management of our marine resources. Massive extractions by large commercial fishing companies have in some instances resulted in the removal of both targeted and non-targeted species and plant life from sea habitats. Recreational sports fishing, pollution, damming of rivers and watersheds, and attempts to counter the impact of over-fishing, have furthered the deterioration of many wetlands, rivers and ocean ecosystems. Policies and programs designed to manage the industry and the sea-life that supports it have resulted in unexpected consequences.
Fellowships cover lodging, meals, reference materials and instruction with a travel subsidy.
The Western Knight Center is funded by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and is a joint project of the USC Annenberg School of Communications and the University of California, Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism.