The Harding Project Wants YOU to Become a Fellow

We are seeking passionate writers and editors to join our team

Good morning from the Harding Project! ICYMI, the most recent Broadening Opportunity Program Catalogue (BOP) dropped this week. This, among other things, has inspired us to make another shameless plug for our Harding Fellow program.

If you’re interested in this outstanding opportunity, please explore some articles by our fellows that outline a day in the life and lessons learned in the program. Please consider applying today at the handy button below!

For a CliffsNotes version, the program consists of:

• Graduate Study (Year One):

  Fellows attend an intensive, in-residence graduate program at the University of Kansas’ William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications. The curriculum strengthens analytical thinking, writing, and editorial skills—preparing Fellows to lead Army publications with professional rigor and creativity.

• Editorial Leadership (Years Two and Three):

  After graduation, Fellows report to their assigned Center of Excellence to serve as the full-time editor-in-chief of their branch journal. They work directly for their branch commandant, shaping the journal’s content and driving professional discourse within their community.

• Return to the Field:

  After their Fellowship, participants return to the force with sharpened communication skills and deep familiarity with the most pressing issues in their branches—well-equipped to lead, influence, and innovate.

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I know what you might be wondering, can I apply? How do I know if I’m eligible? I’m so glad you asked! The requirements are as follows:

The Harding Fellowship is open to active-duty:

• Captains who have completed their Captains Career Course

• Master Sergeants

• Chief Warrant Officers 4

Applicants must have:

• A bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA

• No Army-funded graduate degree at the time of application

• A specialty in a participating branch for the given cycle

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Please consider throwing your name in the proverbial hat for a chance to become our next generation of Harding Fellows. We can’t wait to see our program continue to grow and inspire thought and change within our Army!