The First Pulitzer Prizes Are Awarded
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History II: Arts and Culture Series
- Categories: Literature, Publishing
- Subcategories: Authors, Writers, Media, Journalism, Journalists, Organizations, Agencies, Institutions
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950
- Geographical Location: New York City
- Date: May 24, 1915
Article abstract: Authorized by the bequest of Joseph Pulitzer, the Pulitzer Prizes established standards of excellence, becoming the most famous prizes awarded to American journalists and authors.
Summary of Event
On May 24, 1915, Nicholas Murray Butler, the president of New York’s Columbia University, met with the advisory board of Columbia’s school of journalism. The purpose of the meeting was to verify that the terms set down in the will of Joseph Pulitzer had been faithfully followed and to approve plans for awarding prizes in journalism and...
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