Journalism & Media

"Ohio Fails to Pass Restrictions on College Teaching About Climate Policies"

"Ohio lawmakers have failed, at least for now, to pass a bill that would exert control over discussion of “controversial beliefs” about climate policies in college classrooms."

Source: Inside Climate News, 12/04/2023

"This Documentary Shows The Huge Stakes Of Fighting For A Free Press"

"In the fall of 2019, journalists at Mvskoke Media, the news outlet covering the Muscogee (Creek) Nation in Oklahoma, were documenting a dramatic election season while also facing a tough fight to safeguard their right to report the story."

Source: HuffPost, 12/04/2023

At COP28 Oil Firms Pledge To Combat Methane. Enviros Call It A “Smokescreen”

"Fifty oil companies representing nearly half of global production have pledged to reach near-zero methane emissions and end routine flaring in their operations by 2030, the president of this year’s United Nations climate talks said Saturday, a move that environmental groups called a “smokescreen.”"

Source: AP, 12/04/2023
December 7, 2023

ICFJ Webinar: Generative AI in Journalism — Insights and Lessons Learned

This International Center for Journalists webinar will delve into the practical applications of generative AI in journalism, drawing insights from the experiences of NewsWyze and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL). 11:00 a.m. ET.

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December 8, 2023

Taking Charge as a Freelancer: NPC In-Person Workshop, Washington, DC

Looking for new freelance clients in 2024 or thinking about becoming a freelancer? The National Press Club invites you to Washington, DC for a workshop with editors from the Washington Post, Washingtonian, Slate, AARP Bulletin, Industry Dive, Brainfacts.org, POLITICO, WHYY, and more. 1-4:30 p.m. ET.

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February 11, 2026

DEADLINE: SPJ Mark of Excellence Awards

The Society of Professional Journalists presents these awards annually, honoring the best in student journalism. Open to US and international students studying toward an academic degree enrolled in a U.S. or international college or university. Deadlines: Jan 6, 2026 (earlybird); Feb 11, 2026 (regular).

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"Next Thanksgiving, Smokey Bear Should Talk About Climate Change"

"Call me basic, but I love waking up on Thanksgiving morning and watching the Macy’s parade. Without fail, I’m enthralled by the pageantry and comforted by the tradition: the floats, the crowds, the Broadway dance numbers. Santa Claus. The last few years, though, one element has bothered me."

Source: LA Times, 12/01/2023

"Disinformation Is One of Climate Summit’s Biggest Challenges"

"As the world’s leaders gather this week at a major summit to discuss ways to address the effects of global warming, one of the greatest obstacles they face is disinformation." "Online influencers, fossil fuel companies and some of the countries attending COP28 have nourished a feedback loop of falsehoods."

Source: NYTimes, 12/01/2023

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