Chang Jiang School of Journalism Summer Field Project: Retracing China's Northwest

The Chang Jiang School of Journalism and Communication is launching a summer field research project retracing the route of renowned journalist Fan Changjiang’s 1935 northwest expedition. The project will focus on historical transformation, rural revitalization, ecological governance, and cultural heritage in the region through in-depth research and multimedia reporting.

Recruitment

• Eligibility: Current undergraduate and graduate students of the school (all years; upperclassmen preferred)
• Positions: ~10 students
• Timing: Expected departure in mid-July, lasting approximately one week, primarily in northern Sichuan

Qualifications

• Passion for journalism with skills in writing, photography/videography, or new media creation
• Physical fitness for long-distance travel, outdoor hiking, and high-altitude or desert conditions
• Team-oriented, committed to full participation including pre-trip training, field research, and post-trip production
• Field research experience, drone piloting skills, or dialect communication ability is a plus

How to Apply

• Email: dingweimin@stu.edu.cn (Subject: “重走西北角 + Year + Major + Name”)
• Materials: 1-2 portfolio pieces (text/photo/video) + a brief self-recommendation letter (under 300 words)
• Deadline: 9:00 PM, Sunday, June 7, 2026
• Selection: Portfolio review → Interview → Final selection

Contact

• Contact: Teacher Ding
• Phone: 13603088360
• Office: Room C637, Administration Building, East Coast Campus

Source: STU OA Notice (Chang Jiang School of Journalism and Communication)