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Jeremy Caplan

Jeremy Caplan

Journalist and educator focused on entrepreneurial and digital journalism

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New York City, New York
Joined December 2025

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Jeremy Caplan is a dedicated educator in journalism, currently serving as Director of Teaching and Learning at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. He is passionate about preparing the next generation of journalists for the evolving industry, specifically focusing on entrepreneurial and digital journalism, and leads the Entrepreneurial Journalism Creators Program, an online curriculum for independent journalists. cuny+3
With a strong background in both traditional and entrepreneurial journalism, Jeremy has experience as a reporter and contributing writer for Time Magazine, where he covered digital innovation, business, and cultural trends. He also held editorial roles at Yahoo! Internet Life Magazine and Newsweek, demonstrating a broad range of journalistic expertise. jeremycaplan+3
Jeremy is a prolific writer and curator of digital resources, notably through his "Wonder Tools" newsletter, which highlights useful sites and apps for creative productivity. This initiative showcases his commitment to helping others navigate and leverage new technologies in the media landscape. substack+3
His academic background includes an MBA from Columbia Business School (as a Wiegers Fellow), an MS in Journalism from Columbia Journalism School (as a Knight-Bagehot Fellow), and a Bachelor's degree from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. He also completed a Ford Foundation Fellowship in Entrepreneurial Journalism at The Poynter Institute. cuny+4
Beyond his professional and academic pursuits, Jeremy Caplan has a notable interest in music, having served as Concertmaster of the International Symphony Orchestra in Jerusalem, demonstrating a talent for the violin. jeremycaplan+4

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A skilled violinist, he served as Concertmaster of the International Symphony Orchestra in Jerusalem. jeremycaplan+4

An admirer of the Chicago Cubs. jeremycaplan+1

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Jan 12, 2026