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EIJ13 Unique Opportunity for Student Journalists
The Excellence in Journalism conference is a unique opportunity for student journalists to network with industry professionals and learn about the latest trends in the evolving world of journalism....
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Instagram Becoming Major Part of Reporter’s Toolkit
Whether it’s professional skateboarder Tony Hawk posting extreme sports photos or protesters marching on the streets in Egypt, one thing is clear – millions are using Instagram to share their stories...
View ArticleJournalists Receive Insights on Complex Immigration Laws
With Congress debating immigration reform it’s important for journalists to understand the law as it currently stands and how reform can impact the communities and people they cover. Nelson A....
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Eva Longoria Hosts Panel on Latino Vote
(photo by Marcus Constantino) On Sunday morning at Excellence in Journalism 2013, actress and philanthropist Eva Longoria led a group of panelists in a discussion about the Latino vote. The five...
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Belva Davis presented John F. Hogan Award at EIJ13
Described as a pioneer for her work in broadcast television, Belva Davis was honored by the Radio Television Digital News Association Sunday evening at Excellence in Journalism 2013 with the John F....
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PHOTOS: RTDNA honors two for a lifetime of Excellence in Journalism
Chris Wallace, Fox News anchor, and Belva Davis, first female African-American anchor on the West Coast were both honored with awards and applause at the 2013 Excellence in Journalism Convention by the...
View ArticleChris Wallace honored at EIJ13 with Paul White award
Chris Wallace, the host of FoxNews Sunday, was honored at the Excellence in Journalism conference Sunday evening with the Paul White award, the highest honor for lifetime achievement from the Radio...
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J-Expo Wrapping Up
The Journalism Expo at Excellence in Journalism 2013 was wrapping up Monday afternoon in Anaheim, California. Attendees made their last rounds before the career fair closed. The J-Expo featured booths...
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Improving relations between reporters, PIOs
Journalists and public information officers converged at a panel Monday afternoon at EIJ13 to discuss relationships between the two professions. Carolyn Carlson of Kennesaw State University in Georgia...
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Getting the Most Bang for Your Tweet
Tweeting in 140 characters is a challenge but truly capturing your audience’s attention with a tweet in under 11 characters can be even tougher. A user decides if he or she is going to continue...
View ArticleSPJ Resolutions from EIJ13
Resolution No. 1: Thanking SPJ President Sonny Albarado Submitted by: SPJ Resolutions Committee Resolutions Committee recommendation: Favorable Delegate action: Approved WHEREAS, during the past year,...
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I Heart Line Dancing: A Nashville Memory to Cherish Forever
Cowboy boots and line dancing were the name of the game at the Excellence in Journalism’s Opening Reception at the WildHorse Saloon. As hundreds of journalists boarded charter buses to the downtown...
View ArticlePresidential Candidate Paul Fletcher Gives Thoughts on Future of SPJ
Current SPJ Secretary Paul Fletcher is the only candidate running for the 2014 President-elect position. In this short clip he recaps his future goals for SPJ and where he thinks it will be in 10...
View Article15 Career Tips on the Go
Have to run to that next interview and don’t have too much time to prepare? Check out these quick tips from Multimedia Journalist Claudia Amezcua. 1. Show interest and intent right off the bat whether...
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Asking the Right Questions: Thinking Critically on the Fly
With vast amounts of information at your fingertips online, getting the facts right should be an easy task, right? Al Tompkins, senior faculty for broadcast and online at Poynter Institute, doesn’t...
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