Education Writers Association
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The Education Writers Association is a nonprofit membership organization for journalists who cover the education beat.
Read Executive Director Beth Francesco’s letter to EWA members.
P.S. Not yet an EWA member? It's an exciting time to join and to shape the future of education journalism.
P.S. Not yet an EWA member? It's an exciting time to join and to shape the future of education journalism.
Beth Francesco: A Letter to the EWA Community
Beth Francesco, the executive director at the Education Writers Association (EWA), shares a letter to journalist and community members.
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October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Read Executive Director Beth Francesco’s letter to EWA members.
P.S. Not yet an EWA member? It's an exciting time to join and to shape the future of education journalism.
P.S. Not yet an EWA member? It's an exciting time to join and to shape the future of education journalism.
Amid enrollment declines and federal changes, gillenmartin.bsky.social of washingtonmonthly.bsky.social explains a new rural college rankings system and shares tips for reporters covering higher education in rural America.
Read the Q&A.
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Read the Q&A.
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What Makes a Great Rural College?
An editor details a new rural college rankings list for students trying to find a great rural college, including those providing top salaries.
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October 5, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Amid enrollment declines and federal changes, gillenmartin.bsky.social of washingtonmonthly.bsky.social explains a new rural college rankings system and shares tips for reporters covering higher education in rural America.
Read the Q&A.
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Read the Q&A.
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#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Learn about the K-12 and higher education experiences of boys and men of color using this list of studies and articles by Michael Vasquez of The Florida Trib.
The data and research included can also help reporters put their coverage in context.
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The data and research included can also help reporters put their coverage in context.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Education Data and Research on Boys and Men of Color
Learn about the K-12 and higher education experiences of boys and men of color using this list of studies and articles.
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September 30, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Learn about the K-12 and higher education experiences of boys and men of color using this list of studies and articles by Michael Vasquez of The Florida Trib.
The data and research included can also help reporters put their coverage in context.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
The data and research included can also help reporters put their coverage in context.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Reporters and experts explain how early childhood and K-12 education shapes men of color’s postsecondary experiences.
Read the reporting resource by Ira Porter of The Christian Science Monitor.
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Read the reporting resource by Ira Porter of The Christian Science Monitor.
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#eduSKY #journalistSKY
What Affects the College Trajectory of Black, Latino Men?
Reporters and experts explain how early childhood and K-12 education shapes men of color’s college experiences.
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September 29, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Reporters and experts explain how early childhood and K-12 education shapes men of color’s postsecondary experiences.
Read the reporting resource by Ira Porter of The Christian Science Monitor.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Read the reporting resource by Ira Porter of The Christian Science Monitor.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Lisa Kurian Philip (lkpwrites.bsky.social) of WBEZ Chicago and Open Campus produced a multimedia public service journalism project on the college-going experiences of Chicago’s Black men.
She explains how she did the story.
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She explains how she did the story.
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#eduSKY #journalistSKY
What Prevents Black Men From Completing College?
Lisa Kurian Philip explains her reporting on the college experiences of Black men in Austin, a West Chicago neighborhood.
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September 28, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Lisa Kurian Philip (lkpwrites.bsky.social) of WBEZ Chicago and Open Campus produced a multimedia public service journalism project on the college-going experiences of Chicago’s Black men.
She explains how she did the story.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
She explains how she did the story.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Rebecca Griesbach (greezbock.bsky.social) spoke about her reporting and challenges to focusing on men of color in higher ed during politically fraught times. She also shared tips for journalists.
Check out the Q&A with EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social:
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Check out the Q&A with EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social:
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#eduSKY #journalistSKY
How Immigration Enforcement Affects Hispanic Men in College
Former reporter Rebecca Griesbach details covering Hispanic and Latino men in college amid increased immigration enforcement.
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September 25, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Rebecca Griesbach (greezbock.bsky.social) spoke about her reporting and challenges to focusing on men of color in higher ed during politically fraught times. She also shared tips for journalists.
Check out the Q&A with EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social:
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Check out the Q&A with EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social:
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Larry Miller reported on solutions to address Black male enrollment declines at historically Black colleges and universities as part of an Education Writers Association Reporting Fellowship.
He shared tips to help journalists.
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He shared tips to help journalists.
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#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Video: 3 Things to Do When Covering Black Males in College
Broadcast journalist Larry Miller of WUSA 9-TV explains the three things reporters should do when covering Black males in college.
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September 24, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Larry Miller reported on solutions to address Black male enrollment declines at historically Black colleges and universities as part of an Education Writers Association Reporting Fellowship.
He shared tips to help journalists.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
He shared tips to help journalists.
ewa.org/issues/highe...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
The Office for Civil Rights has shifted its mission and undergone major structural changes under the Trump administration.
Learn how to cover the effects during EWA’s webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 12 p.m. Eastern.
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Learn how to cover the effects during EWA’s webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 12 p.m. Eastern.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #eduSKY #journalistSKY
How Civil Rights Enforcement Has Changed Under Trump
The Office for Civil Rights under Trump has targeted DEI, transgender athletes and reduced its focus on racial and sexual harassment.
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September 21, 2026 at 12:31 PM
The Office for Civil Rights has shifted its mission and undergone major structural changes under the Trump administration.
Learn how to cover the effects during EWA’s webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 12 p.m. Eastern.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #eduSKY #journalistSKY
Learn how to cover the effects during EWA’s webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 12 p.m. Eastern.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #eduSKY #journalistSKY
New programming alert!
Reporters: Dive into the latest research, policies and programs around career education at EWA’s Workforce Development Seminar.
The new conference will take place on Nov. 17 at Lorain County Community College in Ohio. Apply for a scholarship today!
Reporters: Dive into the latest research, policies and programs around career education at EWA’s Workforce Development Seminar.
The new conference will take place on Nov. 17 at Lorain County Community College in Ohio. Apply for a scholarship today!
Education Writers Association: Workforce Development Seminar
The Education Writers Association will hold a Workforce Development Seminar at Lorain County Community College in Ohio on November 17, 2026.
ewa.org
September 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM
New programming alert!
Reporters: Dive into the latest research, policies and programs around career education at EWA’s Workforce Development Seminar.
The new conference will take place on Nov. 17 at Lorain County Community College in Ohio. Apply for a scholarship today!
Reporters: Dive into the latest research, policies and programs around career education at EWA’s Workforce Development Seminar.
The new conference will take place on Nov. 17 at Lorain County Community College in Ohio. Apply for a scholarship today!
ICYMI: EWA’s 2026 Higher Education Seminar took place last week at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
Thank you to our speakers and members for making this another memorable event!
Check out some of the best moments on Instagram:
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📷 Judy O’Babatunde
Thank you to our speakers and members for making this another memorable event!
Check out some of the best moments on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/p/DdT-OcpmyA...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
September 15, 2026 at 3:03 PM
ICYMI: EWA’s 2026 Higher Education Seminar took place last week at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
Thank you to our speakers and members for making this another memorable event!
Check out some of the best moments on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/p/DdT-OcpmyA...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
Thank you to our speakers and members for making this another memorable event!
Check out some of the best moments on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/p/DdT-OcpmyA...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
As politics impacts academia, the role of the college president is constantly evolving. Leaders who understand this reality shared their perspectives with reporters.
Read the explainer by journalist Lily Kepner.
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Read the explainer by journalist Lily Kepner.
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#education #eduSKY #journalistSKY
September 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
As politics impacts academia, the role of the college president is constantly evolving. Leaders who understand this reality shared their perspectives with reporters.
Read the explainer by journalist Lily Kepner.
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#education #eduSKY #journalistSKY
Read the explainer by journalist Lily Kepner.
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#education #eduSKY #journalistSKY
Lily Kepner of Austin American-Statesman created a tip sheet to help her fellow journalists cover Workforce Pell.
The new federal program expands financial aid for students enrolled in short-term workforce programs. Learn more here:
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The new federal program expands financial aid for students enrolled in short-term workforce programs. Learn more here:
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#ewa26 #eduSKY #journalistSKY
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September 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Lily Kepner of Austin American-Statesman created a tip sheet to help her fellow journalists cover Workforce Pell.
The new federal program expands financial aid for students enrolled in short-term workforce programs. Learn more here:
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#ewa26 #eduSKY #journalistSKY
The new federal program expands financial aid for students enrolled in short-term workforce programs. Learn more here:
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#ewa26 #eduSKY #journalistSKY
The AI landscape is changing rapidly in both K-12 and higher education.
For reporters looking to stay on top of AI in education, EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social) shared three tips.
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For reporters looking to stay on top of AI in education, EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social) shared three tips.
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
AI Bans in Education: What Does Research Show?
As schools and colleges limit or ban artificial intelligence, here’s research and insights on the risks of AI in education.
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September 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The AI landscape is changing rapidly in both K-12 and higher education.
For reporters looking to stay on top of AI in education, EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social) shared three tips.
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
For reporters looking to stay on top of AI in education, EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social) shared three tips.
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
Policymakers and political candidates have pushed to cut or eliminate property taxes. Public education is often the most expensive public service funded by property taxes.
Learn more in this explainer by journalist Denise-Marie Ordway.
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Learn more in this explainer by journalist Denise-Marie Ordway.
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#journalistSKY #midterms #eduSKY
A Guide to Property Taxes and Public Education
Here is research on the potential impact of proposals to cut or eliminate local property taxes. Researchers contributed insights.
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August 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Policymakers and political candidates have pushed to cut or eliminate property taxes. Public education is often the most expensive public service funded by property taxes.
Learn more in this explainer by journalist Denise-Marie Ordway.
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Learn more in this explainer by journalist Denise-Marie Ordway.
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#journalistSKY #midterms #eduSKY
Some states are reevaluating high school graduation requirements and creating more career-oriented pathways.
Read the reporting resource by megankhenry.bsky.social of Ohio Capital Journal for takeaways, trends to watch and issues to consider.
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Read the reporting resource by megankhenry.bsky.social of Ohio Capital Journal for takeaways, trends to watch and issues to consider.
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
Are High School Graduates Prepared for College and Careers?
Here’s why high school graduates may not be prepared for college and careers. Plus, experts discuss solutions and trends.
ewa.org
August 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Some states are reevaluating high school graduation requirements and creating more career-oriented pathways.
Read the reporting resource by megankhenry.bsky.social of Ohio Capital Journal for takeaways, trends to watch and issues to consider.
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
Read the reporting resource by megankhenry.bsky.social of Ohio Capital Journal for takeaways, trends to watch and issues to consider.
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
EWA is proud to announce Beth Francesco as Executive Director.
Beth is a journalist, educator and nonprofit leader with extensive experience developing training, programs and resources for journalists at every stage of their careers.
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Beth is a journalist, educator and nonprofit leader with extensive experience developing training, programs and resources for journalists at every stage of their careers.
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#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
August 25, 2026 at 1:01 PM
EWA is proud to announce Beth Francesco as Executive Director.
Beth is a journalist, educator and nonprofit leader with extensive experience developing training, programs and resources for journalists at every stage of their careers.
ewa.org/members-news...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
Beth is a journalist, educator and nonprofit leader with extensive experience developing training, programs and resources for journalists at every stage of their careers.
ewa.org/members-news...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
Currently, 29 states have banned trans girls and women from participating in sports. The Supreme Court upheld these bans.
Journalists and a legal expert explain how reporters should be covering this topic. Watch the video.
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Journalists and a legal expert explain how reporters should be covering this topic. Watch the video.
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Video: Trans Athletes: What to Know After Supreme Court Ruling
Watch the video to understand the U.S. Supreme Court's decision that upheld state bans on trans athletes playing in women's sports.
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August 19, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Currently, 29 states have banned trans girls and women from participating in sports. The Supreme Court upheld these bans.
Journalists and a legal expert explain how reporters should be covering this topic. Watch the video.
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Journalists and a legal expert explain how reporters should be covering this topic. Watch the video.
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Happy retirement, Jenny Brundin!
She officially retired after three decades in public radio, including 15 years as Colorado Public Radio’s education reporter.
Check out this Q&A Jenny did with EWA’s Angelina Liu.
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She officially retired after three decades in public radio, including 15 years as Colorado Public Radio’s education reporter.
Check out this Q&A Jenny did with EWA’s Angelina Liu.
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Jenny Brundin on 15 Years of Covering Education in Colorado
Colorado Public Radio education reporter Jennifer (Jenny) Brundin is retiring after 15 years of covering education.
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August 5, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Happy retirement, Jenny Brundin!
She officially retired after three decades in public radio, including 15 years as Colorado Public Radio’s education reporter.
Check out this Q&A Jenny did with EWA’s Angelina Liu.
ewa.org/members-news...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY
She officially retired after three decades in public radio, including 15 years as Colorado Public Radio’s education reporter.
Check out this Q&A Jenny did with EWA’s Angelina Liu.
ewa.org/members-news...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY
EWA will provide training to help reporters cover both urgent and undercovered issues during its 2026 Higher Education Seminar at Howard University, Sept. 9-10.
Scholarship applications are now open. Apply or register here:
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Scholarship applications are now open. Apply or register here:
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewaHigherEd26 #journalistSKY #eduSKY
Education Writers Association: Higher Education Seminar Fall 2026
The Education Writers Association will hold its Higher Education Seminar in Washington, D.C. at Howard University this September.
ewa.org
August 4, 2026 at 2:01 PM
EWA will provide training to help reporters cover both urgent and undercovered issues during its 2026 Higher Education Seminar at Howard University, Sept. 9-10.
Scholarship applications are now open. Apply or register here:
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewaHigherEd26 #journalistSKY #eduSKY
Scholarship applications are now open. Apply or register here:
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewaHigherEd26 #journalistSKY #eduSKY
Three Minnesota journalists explained how they navigated coverage of community crises, from ICE raids affecting education to school shootings.
Learn more in a new reporting resource by EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social).
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#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
Learn more in a new reporting resource by EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social).
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
How Twin Cities Journalists Navigated Education-Related Crises
From ICE raids affecting education to school shootings, Twin Cities journalists explain how they navigated community crises.
ewa.org
August 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Three Minnesota journalists explained how they navigated coverage of community crises, from ICE raids affecting education to school shootings.
Learn more in a new reporting resource by EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social).
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
Learn more in a new reporting resource by EWA’s Emily Richmond (emilysays.bsky.social).
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#journalistSKY #eduSKY #education
ICYMI: Check out some scenes from EWA’s session at #NAHJ26.
Jason Gonzales, Sergio Martínez-Beltrán & Marcela Rodrigues shared insights into how the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration has affected students. See more pics on Instagram.
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📷Thai Theodoro
Jason Gonzales, Sergio Martínez-Beltrán & Marcela Rodrigues shared insights into how the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration has affected students. See more pics on Instagram.
www.instagram.com/p/DbY0zbgmZ5...
📷Thai Theodoro
July 29, 2026 at 7:11 PM
ICYMI: Check out some scenes from EWA’s session at #NAHJ26.
Jason Gonzales, Sergio Martínez-Beltrán & Marcela Rodrigues shared insights into how the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration has affected students. See more pics on Instagram.
www.instagram.com/p/DbY0zbgmZ5...
📷Thai Theodoro
Jason Gonzales, Sergio Martínez-Beltrán & Marcela Rodrigues shared insights into how the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration has affected students. See more pics on Instagram.
www.instagram.com/p/DbY0zbgmZ5...
📷Thai Theodoro
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling upheld state bans on transgender female athletes playing on girls’ and women’s sports teams.
EWA’s Aug. 17 webinar will help reporters cover this complex topic. Register here.
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#education #journalistSKY #eduSKY
EWA’s Aug. 17 webinar will help reporters cover this complex topic. Register here.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #journalistSKY #eduSKY
Transgender Athletes: What to Know After Supreme Court Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender athletes playing on girls’ and women’s sports teams in school. Here's what to know.
ewa.org
July 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling upheld state bans on transgender female athletes playing on girls’ and women’s sports teams.
EWA’s Aug. 17 webinar will help reporters cover this complex topic. Register here.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #journalistSKY #eduSKY
EWA’s Aug. 17 webinar will help reporters cover this complex topic. Register here.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #journalistSKY #eduSKY
One week until New Orleans!
Be sure to check out EWA’s session at the National Association of Hispanic Journalists’ 2026 Conference & Expo on July 22 at 2:10 p.m.
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Be sure to check out EWA’s session at the National Association of Hispanic Journalists’ 2026 Conference & Expo on July 22 at 2:10 p.m.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #journalistSKY
July 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM
One week until New Orleans!
Be sure to check out EWA’s session at the National Association of Hispanic Journalists’ 2026 Conference & Expo on July 22 at 2:10 p.m.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #journalistSKY
Be sure to check out EWA’s session at the National Association of Hispanic Journalists’ 2026 Conference & Expo on July 22 at 2:10 p.m.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #journalistSKY
Happy birthday, EWA!
Did you know that the Education Writers Association was established on July 8, 1947?
Learn about EWA’s history in this 2022 piece by Jo Napolitano of The 74. She talked to several past EWA leaders.
ewa.org/members-news...
Did you know that the Education Writers Association was established on July 8, 1947?
Learn about EWA’s history in this 2022 piece by Jo Napolitano of The 74. She talked to several past EWA leaders.
ewa.org/members-news...
Amid Threats to Education, EWA Turns 75
The Education Writers Association triples budget in last decade, survives COVID-19 pandemic, helps reporters navigate threats to education.
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July 8, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Happy birthday, EWA!
Did you know that the Education Writers Association was established on July 8, 1947?
Learn about EWA’s history in this 2022 piece by Jo Napolitano of The 74. She talked to several past EWA leaders.
ewa.org/members-news...
Did you know that the Education Writers Association was established on July 8, 1947?
Learn about EWA’s history in this 2022 piece by Jo Napolitano of The 74. She talked to several past EWA leaders.
ewa.org/members-news...
Didn’t get a chance to snap a photo of a speaker’s presentation during #ewa26? Missed a slide while taking notes?
No worries! Speaker presentations (and some tip sheets) are now available for download.
Get them here:
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📷 James Minichello for EWA
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
No worries! Speaker presentations (and some tip sheets) are now available for download.
Get them here:
ewa.org/events/past-...
📷 James Minichello for EWA
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
June 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Didn’t get a chance to snap a photo of a speaker’s presentation during #ewa26? Missed a slide while taking notes?
No worries! Speaker presentations (and some tip sheets) are now available for download.
Get them here:
ewa.org/events/past-...
📷 James Minichello for EWA
#eduSKY #journalistSKY
No worries! Speaker presentations (and some tip sheets) are now available for download.
Get them here:
ewa.org/events/past-...
📷 James Minichello for EWA
#eduSKY #journalistSKY