Steve Eder
About Steve Eder
Steve Eder is a reporter currently working at The New York Times, where he has been since 2012. He has a diverse background in journalism, having covered significant topics such as the 2016 presidential campaign and workplace sexual harassment, and he also serves as an adjunct professor at Columbia University.
Work at The New York Times
Steve Eder has been a reporter at The New York Times since 2012. Initially joining the Sports department, he focused on various significant issues, including doping in baseball, domestic violence in the NFL, and Qatar's aspirations in international soccer. Over the years, Eder has contributed to a range of impactful stories, showcasing his versatility and depth as a journalist.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining The New York Times, Steve Eder held several notable positions in journalism. He worked as a National Legal Correspondent for The Wall Street Journal from 2010 to 2012. Prior to that, he served as a Banking reporter at Reuters from 2009 to 2010. His early career included roles at The Blade as a Projects Reporter for five years and internships at various publications, including the Detroit News and the Cincinnati Enquirer.
Education and Expertise
Steve Eder studied at Michigan State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy from 2000 to 2004. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in political reporting and analysis, which he has applied throughout his career in journalism.
Achievements in Reporting
Eder has been part of significant journalistic achievements, including a Pulitzer Prize for public service in 2018, awarded for reporting on workplace sexual harassment issues. He was also part of a team at The Toledo Blade that was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for uncovering an investment scandal in Ohio state government. His reporting has covered high-profile cases, including those involving Jeffrey Epstein and Harvey Weinstein.
Current Role at Columbia University
Since 2018, Steve Eder has served as an Adjunct Professor at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. In this role, he shares his extensive knowledge and experience in journalism with students, contributing to the development of the next generation of reporters.