Channing Gerard Joseph

Channing Gerard Joseph is an accomplished journalist and educator currently serving as the Ferris Professor of Journalism at Princeton University and a TED Speaker, recognized as a TED Fellow for impactful global change initiatives. With over two decades of experience as an independent journalist, contributions have been made to prominent publications such as The New York Times and MTV, with notable features achieving viral success. Previous roles include editing at SF Weekly, directing breaking news for the Associated Press, and serving as a Berlin Prize Fellow at The American Academy in Berlin. Joseph has also lectured at various prestigious institutions, focusing on inclusivity in journalism education. Channing holds an M.S. in Journalism from Columbia University and a B.A. in Theater and Philosophy from Oberlin College, along with extensive study abroad experiences.