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The Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland trains fearless journalists. Home of the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism, Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism, Capital News Service and Local News Network.
Mahajan recognized Merrill's Derek Willis and Sherwood High's Peter Huck as his mentors.

Said Mahjan: Willis "consistently goes out of his way to support younger journalists, even if he doesn’t know them personally. He wholeheartedly exemplifies the kind of journalist I aspire to become.”
November 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM

We're researching the local news and information needs of Marylanders by conducting one-hour, confidential interviews with people who live in the state. People selected for interviews will receive a $50 gift card for their participation.

APPLY TODAY: go.umd.edu/MerrillNewsStudy
November 13, 2025 at 2:04 PM