October 6th, 2026 • 2026: Columbus
A Reliable Source for Journalism’s Uncertain Times
SPJ 26 attendees attended a discussion on Oct. 2 about a “unique time” in journalism history at the keynote address “A Reliable Source: CNN’s Brian Stelter Makes Sense of Our Media Moment.” Stelter, chief media analyst for CNN Worldwide, offered his perspective on the current media landscape with Eric Deggans, the Knight Professor of Journalism and Media Ethics at Washington and Lee University in Va.
October 4th, 2026 • 2026: Columbus
Writing Headlines That Make Readers Stop, Click and Scroll
Headless Body in a Topless Bar is a legendary April 15, 1983, headline written by New York Post editor Vincent Musetto. Not only is it an unforgettable headline, it is the title of journalist and educator Claire Regan’s panel on how to become a good headline writer.
October 4th, 2026 • 2026: Columbus
Why Journalists Remain Deeply Divided on AI
Ohio State University journalism professor Nicole Kraft asked a question at an SPJ 2026 panel, “AI in the Newsroom and Classroom: Practical Uses, Ethical Guardrails,” that is on the minds of many journalists: “Who does not want to use AI?” Most of the audience raised their hands.
October 3rd, 2026 • 2026: Columbus
Six Tips for Journalists on Breaking Into Academia
For journalists considering a transition into teaching, the path to the classroom is rarely straightforward. In an SPJ 2026 panel, “Your Next Beat: Teaching Journalism at the College Level,” five journalism educators shared their experiences entering academia, offering practical advice on credentials, networking, building a body of work and finding opportunities to teach.
October 1st, 2026 • 2026: Columbus
‘The Advocacy Never Stops’: Vaccaro Reflects on His SPJ Presidency
Chris Vaccaro, closing out his term as the 109th president of the Society of Professional Journalists, reflects on his accomplishments as press freedom advocacy has been in the spotlight. During his term, SPJ expanded its programming, and the journalism industry continues to evolve.