Editorial director Chao Xiong accepted the 2026 Columbia Journalism Award for Sahan Journal at the May 19 commencement ceremony. In his speech, he urged graduates to innovate and lead as they enter the journalism industry.
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Editorial director Chao Xiong accepted the 2026 Columbia Journalism Award for Sahan Journal at the May 19 commencement ceremony. In his speech, he urged graduates to innovate and lead as they enter the journalism industry.
