Photojournalist

Ozier Muhammad
By: Samantha Bradley-Holt
 Ozier Muhammad has worked for many newspaper companies. Ozier
Career Path Muhammad was chosen to be interviewed by The HistoryMakers in 2014. The
following information about his career path was shared .Muhammad was first
hired as a photographer for EbonyMagazine in the early 1970s. He then worked
at The Charlotte Observer from 1978 to 1980, and at Newsday from 1980 to
1992. In 1992, Muhammad was hired as a staff photographer for The New York
Times, where he took iconic photographs of President Barack Obamas
campaign, Haiti after the earthquake, New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina and
the Nato Protest in Chicago. Muhammad retired from the New York Times in
early 2015. Muhammad's work is circulated via the internet, magazines,and
newspapers. His employer displayed his work if his image is chosen for a news
topic. There is also a blog space on the New York TImes website for Ozier to
showcase his projects, the blog is for photojournalism is called, Lens. Ozier
Muhammad also has a personal websites where he displays many pictures.

Ebony Charlotte New York

Newsday
Magazine Observer Times

Era
Photo By: Library of Congress
Image Source:
https://historymartinez.wordpress.com/20
11/01/31/new-voices-of-the-civil-rights-
movement-1960s-powerpoint/
In the United States in the 1960s the civil rights movement was in full effect. This
movement continued until the 1970s. Many different groups were fighting for equal rights.
Women, African-Americans, as well as Native Americans were all organizing to shed light on
their oppression. There was no shortage of newsworthy events. Ozier Muhammad began his
career towards the end of the the civil rights movement. Muhammad continues his work until
this very day. When asked about the state of photojournalism as a profession when he first
started out, this was the response. It was difficult to get work as a black journalist. What
changed that in the mid-60s was the LA riots, and the riots that followed Dr Kings
assassination in 1968. The vanguard who first went into the newsroom were not trained
journalists. They were already in the buildings working in the mailroom, or maintenance, but
when white reporters encountered hostility covering the riots, black reporters got their break.
Muhammad goes on to state, The press never covered the black community in the way it does
today. The reason there was a change is just simple economics. By the 80s, there was money
to be made by ceasing to ignore this community. Why not have them increase your
circulation? Things changed again in the 1990s with the widespread use of the internet.
Muhammad explains, In the early 90s, there were more African Americans on staff, but when
the Internet came around the newsrooms slowly faded to white. I found a really interesting
interview of a photojournalist named Brent Lewis. His statement give a great summary on his
view of the number of African American photojournalists today. Lewis states, In the hay day,
you could have gotten 50 African American Photographers. I can probably jot down a list from
my memory. But in the recent years, the numbers are much lower. Today there are probably
20-25 African American photographer working in the field. The number goes down when you
consider photojournalism and documentary approach. It is lower when you talk about the ones
who are famous and it is single digits when you think about those who are still alive. When you
talk about African American photographers, you immediately think of Gordon Parks. He is also
the reason why I do, what I do. Another is Eli Reed, amazing photographer, who did this great
work in the 70s and the 80s. Then John H White, one of the best newspaper photographers
ever. But the name recognition stops there. If you think this is too low please reach out to me
because I would love to meet more.
 Womens Strike Day March on Washington, D.C
Photo By: Warren Leffler
Image Source: https://www.britannica.com/topic/womens-movement
 Riots in L.A in 1992
Photo By: Reuters
Image Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2135510/20-years-LA-riots-sparked-acquittal-police-officers-
beating-Rodney-King-look-graphic-images-night.html

Era
Photo By: Library of Congress
Image Source:
https://historymartinez.wordpress.com/20
11/01/31/new-voices-of-the-civil-rights-
movement-1960s-powerpoint/
In the United States in the 1960s the civil rights movement was in full effect. This
movement continued until the 1970s. Many different groups were fighting for equal rights.
Women, African-Americans, as well as Native Americans were all organizing to shed light on
their oppression. There was no shortage of newsworthy events. Ozier Muhammad began his
career towards the end of the the civil rights movement. Muhammad continues his work until
this very day. When asked about the state of photojournalism as a profession when he first
started out, this was the response. It was difficult to get work as a black journalist. What
changed that in the mid-60s was the LA riots, and the riots that followed Dr Kings
assassination in 1968. The vanguard who first went into the newsroom were not trained
journalists. They were already in the buildings working in the mailroom, or maintenance, but
when white reporters encountered hostility covering the riots, black reporters got their break.
Muhammad goes on to state, The press never covered the black community in the way it does
today. The reason there was a change is just simple economics. By the 80s, there was money
to be made by ceasing to ignore this community. Why not have them increase your
circulation? Things changed again in the 1990s with the widespread use of the internet.
Muhammad explains, In the early 90s, there were more African Americans on staff, but when
the Internet came around the newsrooms slowly faded to white. I found a really interesting
interview of a photojournalist named Brent Lewis. His statement give a great summary on his
view of the number of African American photojournalists today. Lewis states, In the hay day,
you could have gotten 50 African American Photographers. I can probably jot down a list from
my memory. But in the recent years, the numbers are much lower. Today there are probably
20-25 African American photographer working in the field. The number goes down when you
consider photojournalism and documentary approach. It is lower when you talk about the ones
who are famous and it is single digits when you think about those who are still alive. When you
talk about African American photographers, you immediately think of Gordon Parks. He is also
the reason why I do, what I do. Another is Eli Reed, amazing photographer, who did this great
work in the 70s and the 80s. Then John H White, one of the best newspaper photographers
ever. But the name recognition stops there. If you think this is too low please reach out to me
because I would love to meet more.
 Motivation
125TH STREET, HARLEM, NY. May, 1993 - This fellow calls himself "Dancing
Harry." He can usually be found near the world famous Apollo Theater making
his moves on a slick board to the sounds of Soul Brother #1 James Brown.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/harlem_125/
As a photojournalist who grew up during the times of civil rights movement.
Ozier Muhammad had a desire to be a voice for people going through struggle.
Ozier Muhammad understood the necessity of reaching a wide audience. When
interviewed by Huck MAgazines Andrea Kurland, Muhammad states the following.
From a young age, I was impressed with images of the civil rights movement in
the black press. My parents bought the Pittsburgh Courier, The Chicago Defender,
Jet and Ebony. Chicago was a very active area for a large black community that
was instrumental in the civil rights movement. Malcolm X was very influential,
obviously. And by the time Muhammad Ali became involved in the Nation of Islam,
the popularity of the community had soared. These were people I saw up close as
a teenager, but I had a keen interest in how the greater world looked back at us
how we were reflected in the journals. And for a teen, the easiest access was
photography. Wanting to be a voice for the civil rights movement was the initial
spark of motivation that got Mohammad into photojournalism. The urge to continue
to shed light on the good and bad of the African American community is what
continues to fuel him. In the interview with Andrea Kurland,Muhammad also
states the following about what motivates him. Muhammad states Ive always
tried to look at the African American community in the most honest way I could.
Every community has its beautiful aspects and its problematic ones. The ugly and
the beautiful. I tried to preserve in imagery some of the things that moved me, like
witnessing the struggle of a people, to show viewers that this is simply an attempt
to convey a fluid situation. But I also loved documenting the cultural impact
photographing jazz musicians, or walking up and down 125th Street, the main
thoroughfare through Harlem, documenting people living their everyday lives. I
wasnt trying to be propagandistic or say, Look how wonderful my people are.
Just the act of paying attention to the African American community, just taking an
interest was important to me. Documenting African-American communities is a
passion for Muhammad. Considering the fact that he is Elijah Muhammads
grandson, I would say, its simply in his blood.
 Motivation
125TH STREET, HARLEM, NY. May, 1993 - This fellow calls himself "Dancing
Harry." He can usually be found near the world famous Apollo Theater making
his moves on a slick board to the sounds of Soul Brother #1 James Brown.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/harlem_127/
As a photojournalist who grew up during the times of civil rights movement.
Ozier Muhammad had a desire to be a voice for people going through struggle.
Ozier Muhammad understood the necessity of reaching a wide audience. When
interviewed by Huck MAgazines Andrea Kurland, Muhammad states the following.
From a young age, I was impressed with images of the civil rights movement in
the black press. My parents bought the Pittsburgh Courier, The Chicago Defender,
Jet and Ebony. Chicago was a very active area for a large black community that
was instrumental in the civil rights movement. Malcolm X was very influential,
obviously. And by the time Muhammad Ali became involved in the Nation of Islam,
the popularity of the community had soared. These were people I saw up close as
a teenager, but I had a keen interest in how the greater world looked back at us
how we were reflected in the journals. And for a teen, the easiest access was
photography. Wanting to be a voice for the civil rights movement was the initial
spark of motivation that got Mohammad into photojournalism. The urge to continue
to shed light on the good and bad of the African American community is what
continues to fuel him. In the interview with Andrea Kurland,Muhammad also
states the following about what motivates him. Muhammad states Ive always
tried to look at the African American community in the most honest way I could.
Every community has its beautiful aspects and its problematic ones. The ugly and
the beautiful. I tried to preserve in imagery some of the things that moved me, like
witnessing the struggle of a people, to show viewers that this is simply an attempt
to convey a fluid situation. But I also loved documenting the cultural impact
photographing jazz musicians, or walking up and down 125th Street, the main
thoroughfare through Harlem, documenting people living their everyday lives. I
wasnt trying to be propagandistic or say, Look how wonderful my people are.
Just the act of paying attention to the African American community, just taking an
interest was important to me. Documenting African-American communities is a
passion for Muhammad. Considering the fact that he is Elijah Muhammads
grandson, I would say, its simply in his blood.
 Motivation
125TH STREET, HARLEM, NY. May, 1993 - This fellow calls himself "Dancing
Harry." He can usually be found near the world famous Apollo Theater making
his moves on a slick board to the sounds of Soul Brother #1 James Brown.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/harlem_135/
As a photojournalist who grew up during the times of civil rights movement.
Ozier Muhammad had a desire to be a voice for people going through struggle.
Ozier Muhammad understood the necessity of reaching a wide audience. When
interviewed by Huck MAgazines Andrea Kurland, Muhammad states the following.
From a young age, I was impressed with images of the civil rights movement in
the black press. My parents bought the Pittsburgh Courier, The Chicago Defender,
Jet and Ebony. Chicago was a very active area for a large black community that
was instrumental in the civil rights movement. Malcolm X was very influential,
obviously. And by the time Muhammad Ali became involved in the Nation of Islam,
the popularity of the community had soared. These were people I saw up close as
a teenager, but I had a keen interest in how the greater world looked back at us
how we were reflected in the journals. And for a teen, the easiest access was
photography. Wanting to be a voice for the civil rights movement was the initial
spark of motivation that got Mohammad into photojournalism. The urge to continue
to shed light on the good and bad of the African American community is what
continues to fuel him. In the interview with Andrea Kurland,Muhammad also
states the following about what motivates him. Muhammad states Ive always
tried to look at the African American community in the most honest way I could.
Every community has its beautiful aspects and its problematic ones. The ugly and
the beautiful. I tried to preserve in imagery some of the things that moved me, like
witnessing the struggle of a people, to show viewers that this is simply an attempt
to convey a fluid situation. But I also loved documenting the cultural impact
photographing jazz musicians, or walking up and down 125th Street, the main
thoroughfare through Harlem, documenting people living their everyday lives. I
wasnt trying to be propagandistic or say, Look how wonderful my people are.
Just the act of paying attention to the African American community, just taking an
interest was important to me. Documenting African-American communities is a
passion for Muhammad. Considering the fact that he is Elijah Muhammads
grandson, I would say, its simply in his blood.
 Motivation
125TH STREET, HARLEM, NY. May, 1993 - This fellow calls himself "Dancing
Harry." He can usually be found near the world famous Apollo Theater making
his moves on a slick board to the sounds of Soul Brother #1 James Brown.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/harlem_138/
As a photojournalist who grew up during the times of civil rights movement.
Ozier Muhammad had a desire to be a voice for people going through struggle.
Ozier Muhammad understood the necessity of reaching a wide audience. When
interviewed by Huck MAgazines Andrea Kurland, Muhammad states the following.
From a young age, I was impressed with images of the civil rights movement in
the black press. My parents bought the Pittsburgh Courier, The Chicago Defender,
Jet and Ebony. Chicago was a very active area for a large black community that
was instrumental in the civil rights movement. Malcolm X was very influential,
obviously. And by the time Muhammad Ali became involved in the Nation of Islam,
the popularity of the community had soared. These were people I saw up close as
a teenager, but I had a keen interest in how the greater world looked back at us
how we were reflected in the journals. And for a teen, the easiest access was
photography. Wanting to be a voice for the civil rights movement was the initial
spark of motivation that got Mohammad into photojournalism. The urge to continue
to shed light on the good and bad of the African American community is what
continues to fuel him. In the interview with Andrea Kurland,Muhammad also
states the following about what motivates him. Muhammad states Ive always
tried to look at the African American community in the most honest way I could.
Every community has its beautiful aspects and its problematic ones. The ugly and
the beautiful. I tried to preserve in imagery some of the things that moved me, like
witnessing the struggle of a people, to show viewers that this is simply an attempt
to convey a fluid situation. But I also loved documenting the cultural impact
photographing jazz musicians, or walking up and down 125th Street, the main
thoroughfare through Harlem, documenting people living their everyday lives. I
wasnt trying to be propagandistic or say, Look how wonderful my people are.
Just the act of paying attention to the African American community, just taking an
interest was important to me. Documenting African-American communities is a
passion for Muhammad. Considering the fact that he is Elijah Muhammads
grandson, I would say, its simply in his blood.
Technology
Photo By: Canon
Image Source:
https://www.usa.canon.com/inter
net/portal/us/home/products/deta
ils/cameras/dslr/eos-5d-mark-iii
Photo By: Andrew White
Image Source:
http://www.huckmagazine.com/art-
and-culture/photography-2/ozier-
muhammad/
Muhammad is from an era with more
advanced photographic instruments. Here I
have a picture of Muhammad with a camera
that he often uses. One camera is the
Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera. One
supplier of this camera, Best-Buy, gives this
description, Capture amazing high-
resolution photos with this professional-
grade Canon DSLR. Don't miss a moment
with a high frame rate and image processor
for clear fast-action shots. The included
zoom lens with image stabilizer technology
lets you come in close and shoot every
detail in crisp, clear quality, even from a
distance. Essentially, handheld DSLR
cameras are Muhammads method of taking
photos. These cameras give him the ability
to take capture moments in grear quality,
quickly, and also the ability to transmit them
back to headquarters.
Ethics
Ozier Muhammad seems to have a clean record. I could not
find any information claiming that any of his images were
represented in a misleading fashion that would be considered
unethical. In fact, I was very impressed that each photo was noted
with specific details, such as; the name of the person, location, and
the year. Instead, I have added and image in which I felt could be
considered unethical. The reason I say this is because of the
caption. Ozier Muhammad is required to add text to go along with
the photo, as set forth by the Code of Ethics of NPPA. The rule
reads, Be complete and provide context when photographing or
recording subjects. The caption tugged on my heart. My first
thought, why isnt he helping? Then, I thought back to all that I have
learned. It is his job to document what is going on. I am sure that he
does want to help however, he is doing his part by documenting.
These situations must be photographed and published to shed light
on the issue, in an attempt to get some type of relief or aide. Ozier
Muhammad is a photojournalist, not a doctor. Another rule goes on
to state, Treat all subjects with respect and dignity. Give special
consideration to vulnerable subjects and compassion to victims of
crime or tragedy. Intrude on private moments of grief only when the
"My Wife Is Dying" public has an overriding and justifiable need to see. Shedding light
CENTRAL ETHIOPIA. A man pleads to get medical help for his very on the devastation going on in this country was necessary.
sick wife at a refugee camp.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/africa-the-desperate-
continent/ethiopia1/#
Impact
Ozier Muhammad's work impacted society by
bringing light to more unknown cultures. As stated by
Andrea Kurland, documenting a culture that the
mainstream media chose to ignore. The culture she was
referring to was the Jazz culture and culture of Harlem,
NY in the 1970s. Muhammad also documented
displacement in Africa due to famine. Which was also a
topic less explored by the U.S news media in the 1970s.
Muhammad also photographed our former President,
Barack Obama on his campaign in 2008. These images
will forever be with us. Thanks to the documenting of the
current events, we now have historic events documented
and shown through photos. Although, as stated by David
Dunlap, also from the New York Times, His affectionate,
unflinching portrait of that changing American community
has never before been published. I feel that if his work
was circulated more, he would have had an even greater
impact.

Duke Ellington and his orchestra performed a free concert downtown near City Hall
Plaza
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/duke-ellington-in-chicago/duke_006/#
Impact
Ozier Muhammad's work impacted society by
bringing light to more unknown cultures. As stated by
Andrea Kurland, documenting a culture that the
mainstream media chose to ignore. The culture she was
referring to was the Jazz culture and culture of Harlem,
NY in the 1970s. Muhammad also documented
displacement in Africa due to famine. Which was also a
topic less explored by the U.S news media in the 1970s.
Muhammad also photographed our former President,
Barack Obama on his campaign in 2008. These images
will forever be with us. Thanks to the documenting of the
current events, we now have historic events documented
and shown through photos. Although, as stated by David
Dunlap, also from the New York Times, His affectionate,
unflinching portrait of that changing American community
has never before been published. I feel that if his work
was circulated more, he would have had an even greater
impact.

A man lifts weights and gets a shout of encouragement at 125th street and
5th avenue.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/harlem_199/#
Impact
Ozier Muhammad's work impacted society by
bringing light to more unknown cultures. As stated by
Andrea Kurland, documenting a culture that the
mainstream media chose to ignore. The culture she was
referring to was the Jazz culture and culture of Harlem,
NY in the 1970s. Muhammad also documented
displacement in Africa due to famine. Which was also a
topic less explored by the U.S news media in the 1970s.
Muhammad also photographed our former President,
Barack Obama on his campaign in 2008. These images
will forever be with us. Thanks to the documenting of the
current events, we now have historic events documented
and shown through photos. Although, as stated by David
Dunlap, also from the New York Times, His affectionate,
unflinching portrait of that changing American community
has never before been published. I feel that if his work
was circulated more, he would have had an even greater
impact.

Katirah Hikmah, a jewelry, incense and trinkets vendor, finishes preparing her sells
display on 125th street.
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/Katirah_with_Cigar/#
Impact
Ozier Muhammad's work impacted society by
bringing light to more unknown cultures. As stated by
Andrea Kurland, documenting a culture that the
mainstream media chose to ignore. The culture she was
referring to was the Jazz culture and culture of Harlem,
NY in the 1970s. Muhammad also documented
displacement in Africa due to famine. Which was also a
topic less explored by the U.S news media in the 1970s.
Muhammad also photographed our former President,
Barack Obama on his campaign in 2008. These images
will forever be with us. Thanks to the documenting of the
current events, we now have historic events documented
and shown through photos. Although, as stated by David
Dunlap, also from the New York Times, His affectionate,
unflinching portrait of that changing American community
has never before been published. I feel that if his work
was circulated more, he would have had an even greater
impact.

An Ethiopian girl clutches a biscuit as she is weighed In a tent where a medical team
from Doctors Without Borders were providing care.

Photo By: Ozier Muhammad

Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/africa-the-desperate-continent/ethiopia2/#
Bias
Ozier Muhammads work clearly shows that he has a
bias toward those without a voice. While working for news
companies he obviously documented events that he was
assigned to. During his personal time, he took up projects that
he held dear to his heart. One of these projects was
photographing Harlem, New York, for years. As stated by David
Dunlap in his article, Perhaps the most meaningful assignments
for photojournalists are the ones they give themselves. Ozier
Muhammad, 58, a staff photographer for The Times, has been
photographing Harlem since he moved to New York in 1980.
Ozier Muhammads reason for that is a simple one. The press
never covered the black community in the way it does today.
Muhammad used his camera to give voice to those that were
not given one.

Laborers warm their hands

125TH STREET, HARLEM, NY. January, 1994 - Some men take a break from
clearing a trash strewn lot to warm their hands In the middle of winter on
Manhattan Avenue in Harlem
Photo By: Ozier Muhammad
Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/004_activist/#
 Viewpoints

To some Ozier Muhammad was the grandson of

Elijah Muhammad. To others, he is a New York Times
photojournalist. However, as noted on Columbia's
Journalism School Centennial, Josh Friedman, fellow
reporter Dennis Bell, and photographer Ozier
Muhammad of Newsday sparked an international
outcry and won an International Reporting Pulitzer
Prize in 1985 for their eye-opening reports on
widespread hunger in Africa. The Judges called their
work the most comprehensive, incisive report on the
subject. This also makes him a person that tries to
bring social awareness.
 Here at AIC, my major is Economics and Finance.
Economics relates to the way we allocate our scarce
resources to all. There is a great level of income inequality
here in the U.S. Currently, there are many organized
groups fighting to raise the current minimum wage to $15.
Photojournalist document protests covering many different
movements and help to bring attention to injustices going

My Major on. As Muhammad states in his interview with Huck

MAgazine, They say journalists are the first chroniclers of
history the first historians. So I felt compelled to be a sort

& of foot soldier; to walk around my community and try to

convey, in the most compelling way, exactly what I saw. I
feel the correlation here is that, in order to be able to

Photojournalism
measure data in economics you must have the correct
information. You must always consider your sources. Ozier
Muhammad strived to be a source of information. Whether
you were seeking knowledge about his community, or in
the fight for equality to have your voice heard,
photojournalism was Muhammad's outlet for this.
Photojournalist document history. Economist study events
of the past and their impact on our economy as a whole.
 Photographic Style

The quality of light in this

picture is low, giving it a dramatic
feel. You are able to distinguish the
color of lights in the background
very easily. Not being able to see
the officers faces gives off more of
a mysterious vibe. With the light
being so low, the sky and horizon
both really stand out. Overall, the
image leave me with an uneasy
feeling. In the recent years, I have
seen many protests. I have
witnessed cops coming out in riot
gear, they do not look like they are
there to promote peace. This
photograph reminds me of many
others that I have seen.

Photo By: Ozier Muhammad

Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/obama/obama018/
Photographic Style

In this picture it is obvious that the

former President Barack Obama is the
main subject. I believe that the background
compliments, but also completes the
image. The position that he has filled is
important because it is that of the Leader of
the United States of America. Our flag
represents our nation, and our president
represents us. This image is kept really
simple with a single subject and the flag is
the entire background. This image is
simple,yet complete.

Photo By: Ozier Muhammad

Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/obama/obama014/
Photographic Style
Lines and Light
LOWER EAST SIDE, NEW YORK
CITY. January, 2005 . - A woman
walking on Grand Street on the
Lower Eastside one late afternoon.
Muhammad used the rule of thirds in
this photo. He avoided putting the
subject directly in the middle of the
photograph. But, she is walking
toward the center, that combined
with the shadow pulls your eyes to
the shadows that complement the
picture. With these shadows you can
tell that the picture was taken mid
day, and the sun is at her back. The
use of shadows compliments the
many lines used in this picture. The
green line that runs across the
middle also draws attention the the
thirds placed inside the bus stop
waiting area. This picture was taken
at precisely the right moment.

Photo By: Ozier Muhammad

Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/abstracts-at-home/IMG_4433/
Photographic Style
125TH STREET, HARLEM, NY. June 1994 - A
churching going boy on his way to the United House
of Prayer, pauses before crossing 125th street and
Frederick Douglass Boulevard in the early morning,
late June 1994. This picture is taken in black and
white, although color film was available and
Muhammad had photographed in color the same
year. It seems as though Muhammad uses black and
white film to photograph those that seem to be left
behind. As if society has kept them back in time.
The black and white film creates this feeling of the
old days. The black and white film also has a high
contrast between light and dark areas. I think the
depth of field is perfect. The photo is out of focus far
off in the background but, the dont walk on the
crosswalk sign is in focus.

Photo By: Ozier Muhammad

Image Source: http://oziermuhammad.com/harlem/
 Photojournalist - Ozier Muhammad
Achievements
1985 Pulitzer Prize Winner

George Polk Award for News

Photography in 1984

Knight Journalism fellow at

Stanford University in 1986-
87.

Lifetime Achievement Award

from Columbia College
Chicago in 1998

Peter Jennings Fellow in

2007 at the National
Constitution Center in
Photo By: Deborah Acosta Philadelphia, PA
Image Source: https://alchetron.com/Ozier-Muhammad