International Community panels have local connections at MediaFest22 held in Washington

Three panels at the recently ended MediaFest22 journalism conference in Washington, D.C., demonstrated that just because something is labeled “international” it doesn’t mean there cannot be a local angle. Dan…

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‘Elections in a Time of Turmoil’ session at MediaFest22 was packed — with attendees and good resources for all journalists

The session, designed and moderated by SPJ DC Pro Chapter board member Celia Wexler, drew standing room only interest as more than 150 attendees sat on the floor and peered…

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DC Pro Chapter board member Allison Hageman named Galvan Outstanding Graduate in Journalism recipient by SPJ

The DC Pro chapter is so proud that a board member was recognized by the national SPJ for her work. Here is the official statement from the national SPJ: INDIANAPOLIS…

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National SPJ names D.C. HQ of VOA Historic Site in Journalism

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS – The Society of Professional Journalists has named 330 Independence Ave. SW in Washington, D.C., as a Historic Site in Journalism. The address is the headquarters of…

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Minutes of the May 2022 SPJ D.C. Pro Chapter Board Meeting

Thursday, May 19, 2022 Virtual meeting held via videoconference on Zoom. Present: President Randy Showstack; Vice President Dee Ann Divis; Treasurer Dan Kubiske; Corresponding Secretary Amy Fickling; Recording Secretary Kathryn…

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