2024 Collaborative Journalism Summit

Detroit, 2024: Prepare to partner.

This year's Collaborative Journalism Summit will take place on May 9-10, 2024 at Wayne State University in Detroit.

The Center for Cooperative Media at Montclair State University is hosting the 2024 Summit in partnership with the Department of Communication at Wayne State University and Detroit Public Television.

When you register, you’ll find two reception options: We will host a "Welcome to Detroit" reception on the evening of Wednesday, May 8, for folks who are in town early. Then on Thursday evening, we will host a "Welcome to CJS" reception. You need to reserve a ticket for both receptions in advance as SPACE IS LIMITED. Your ticket is good only for you — no guests are allowed. Unfortunately, anyone who is not signed up in advance will NOT be allowed in the venue on either night.

We also have low-cost scholarship tickets available to ensure ticket price is not a barrier to participation. If you need one, just let us know by emailing summit@collaborativejournalism.org.

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As usual, the Summit comes with a Code of Conduct and Care policies and our Commitments pledge. Our commitments are driven by our focus on improving the inclusivity of the Summit and the diversity of its speakers and participants.

⭐ We require all Summit attendees to review our commitments and policies before you register.

Interested in sponsoring the Summit? Email Stefanie Murray at murrayst@montclair.edu.

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Travel information:

• Wayne State University is located in the city of Detroit, about 25 minutes from Detroit Metropolitan Airport.
• If you're flying in, Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the best and closest airport.

Local travel information:

• Most of the conference will take place at the McGregor Memorial Conference Center.
• Garage parking will be available in parking structure #1 located at the intersection of Cass Avenue and W Palmer Avenue.
• Uber and rideshare drop off at Cass Avenue and Gilmour Mall.
• Follow event signage to McGregor Memorial Conference Center.

Q Line service from downtown hotels:

• Northbound to Ferry Street stop. Cross Woodward Street to enter campus.
• Turn right on Cass Avenue then left at Gilmour Mall.
• Follow event signage to McGregor Memorial Conference Center.

Hotel information:

Wayne State University recommends the following hotels located in downtown Detroit. All are within a 10-15 minute drive to campus:

Hotel Indigo Downtown Detroit is located in the heart of downtown Detroit at 1020 Washington Boulevard. Conference rates are sold out!

The Atheneum Suites is located in the heart of downtown Detroit at 1000 Brush Street.

• Conference rates begin at $159 per night excluding taxes and fees and are subject to availability. Reservations must be booked directly with the hotel by calling 313-962-2323. Let the reservations desk know that you are attending a conference at Wayne State University.
• The Atheneum Suites offers a complimentary hotel shuttle for hotel guests within a 5-mile radius, based on availability
• Shuttle Service is on a first-come, first-served basis to all hotel guests.
• Service is at the front entrance, and drivers are located in the front of our lobby. Guests are welcome to make arrangements with our bellmen upon arrival.
• Hours of Operation: 8:00 am – 11:00 pm.

The Godfrey Detroit by Hilton is located in the historic neighborhood of Corktown at 1401 Michigan Avenue.

• The neighborhood is a lively area filled with restaurants, boutique shops, bars, and breweries. About a mile from the waterfront and the heart of downtown Detroit. Rates begin at $229 per night excluding taxes and fees.

You may also find competitive rates at Hollywood Casino at Greektown, MGM Grand Detroit, and Motor City Casino Hotel.

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🦠 Important COVID-19 information:

We ask all individuals to follow current CDC guidance and adhere to the following Wayne State University policy:

• Guests must have neither been diagnosed with COVID-19, (or if previously diagnosed, have been deemed by a medical professional to no longer be contagious) nor have been reported as being symptomatic of COVID-19 to attend events in Student Center spaces.
• You must notify the Campus Health Center (CHC) at 313-577-5041 to discuss the situation in the event that they are diagnosed with COVID-19 or report as being symptomatic of COVID-19 before their event.
• If guests do not abide by said federal, state, and campus health regulations, Wayne State University reserves the right to cancel the event at any time without reimbursement.
• Wayne State University reserves the right to cancel or alter this reservation at any time in order to comply with health and safety standards. Through no fault of their own, if Wayne State cannot host the agreed-upon event due to a pandemic, epidemic, or similar causes, the client will be asked to reschedule for a later date or may take a full refund.

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Accessibility accommodations:

When you register, you will have the opportunity to tell us if you have any accessibility needs or would like to request any additional accommodations and we will take care of you!

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