Leaders of the Society of Professional Journalists welcome the compromise the Obama administration, senators and news organizations reached on a federal shield law that would protect journalists, their sources and the public’s right to know. Although SPJ does not believe S. 448 is a perfect bill, the Society’s leaders carefully examined the proposed legislation, and on behalf [...]
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SPJ Supports Shield Law Compromise
Posted in News, SPJ/Nat'l Events on November 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
High School Journalism Workshop and Skills Competition
Posted in News, SPJ/LA News, Uncategorized on October 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
California State University, Northridge’s Journalism Department faculty and students are gearing up for the annual High School Journalism Workshop and Skills Competition, Saturday, Oct. 17, on the San Fernando Valley campus.
This “Generation J” event is co-sponsored by the Greater Los Angeles chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and supported by generous donations from SPJ [...]
SPJ/LA Seeks Nominations for Annual Distinguished Journalist Awards
Posted in News, SPJ/LA News on September 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Greater Los Angeles chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists is seeking nominations for thechapter’s 2009 Distinguished Journalists Awards, 2009 Distinguished Work in New Media Award and 2009 Freedom of Information Award.
Nomination forms must be submitted by e-mail to Soo Yoon at soo_youn@fastmail.fm or faxed to Roberta Wax at 818-993-5971, no later than Friday [...]
SPJ Names New Executive Director
Posted in News, SPJ/LA News on September 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Society of Professional Journalists hired Interim Co-Executive Director Joe Skeel as its permanent Executive Director on Sept. 21. Skeel follows Terry Harper, who passed away on June 2 after a two-year battle with brain cancer.
“After an exhaustive search of 180 candidates, we feel we have the best person to lead SPJ into the future,” [...]
Legislative Alert: Contact your Senator today
Posted in News on September 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Senate Judiciary Committee will discuss S. 448, the Free Flow of Information Act, on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 10 a.m.
After the Committee delayed the discussion and vote on bill S. 448 Thursday, Sept. 17, SPJ encouraged the Committee to reopen discussions post haste. The Society is pleased with the quick turnaround.
S. 448 is pivotal [...]
Editors Spill the Beans: What do they want from freelancers?
Posted in News, SPJ/LA Events on September 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
LAST CHANCE TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION!
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 22
Who: Sara Wilson, associate editor, Los Angeles Magazine
John Haas, editor, Marketplace
Stephen Pizzello, editor, American Cinematographer
What: Panel discussion on freelance writing
When: Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009
6:30 p.m. cocktails; 7 p.m. dinner
Where: Golden Dragon Restaurant
960 N. Broadway, Los Angeles
(213) 626-2039
Cost: $18 for SPJ members and students; $23 for non-members
Parking: Parking is available in a lot adjacent to the [...]
SPJ/LA Wins Circle of Excellence Award
Posted in News on August 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
From Lauren M. Rochester, SPJ Nat’l Awards Coordinator:
Dear [SPJ/LA Chapter President] Linda [Bowen],
Congratulations! The Greater Los Angeles Pro Chapter has been selected to receive a Circle of Excellence Award for professional development. SPJ truly appreciates your dedication and hard work over the past year. The chapter will be recognized at the upcoming 2009 [...]
In Memory: Terry Harper
Posted in News, SPJ/Nat'l Events on June 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
It is with great sadness that SPJ/LA shares the news that Terry Harper, executive director of SPJ for seven years, lost his battle with brain cancer and died on June 2.
Terry was devoted to SPJ. An official announcement about Terry is posted at: http://www.spj.org/harper.asp
Terry started a blog two years ago when he was diagnosed with [...]
SPJ Calls For Openness, Access In Los Angeles Courtrooms
Posted in News on May 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists believes freedom of the press is of paramount importance in maintaining a fair and effective judicial system. Members of the media have a right to attend hearings that occur in open session and access lawsuits filed with the court.
We are concerned by reports that [...]
Ethics and Entertainment Panel — March 25
Posted in News, SPJ/LA Events on March 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Ethics and Entertainment
Come to the Beverly Hills Public Library on March 25 for a discussion on the ethical guidelines of reporting the arrests and legal battles of Hollywood’s biggest stars in the age of TMZ, blogs and the Internet.
Join the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists on Wednesday, March 25 at [...]
