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Links to appropriate, non-commercial websites that might be of interest to AEJMC members.

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Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications — Features information on the accrediting standards as well as a listing of the accredited programs.

American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) — Founded in 1964, the American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) is the professional association for full-time and freelance editors and writers employed in the business, trade, and specialty press.

ACES — An international members’ alliance of editors working in digital media, traditional print media, corporate communications, book publishing, academia, government, and beyond. We work at your local paper, favorite website, and Fortune 500 companies. We are freelance editors, students, and professors. We’re united by a love of language and a passion for precision.

American Journalism Historians Association — AJHA exists to foster research and teaching of journalism history, to provide a forum, and to be a resource. The association defines journalism in its broadest sense to encompass a wide range of mass communication studies.

American Journalism Review — American Journalism Review is a national magazine that covers all aspects of print, television, radio and online media. The magazine, which is published six times a year, examines how the media cover specific stories and broader coverage trends.

American Press Institute — Features an ongoing series of articles about the news industry’s coverage of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, with advice on how to produce the news and manage a business during a period of high alert and uncertainty.

Apprenticeship Resources by State — (Courtesy of Resume Builder) This guide will cover apprenticeship basics and walk you through the need-to-know information on this popular alternative career approach. You’ll learn what kind of training and credentials you can expect from an apprenticeship and then give you an inside look at some of the most common programs available within growing industries.

Association for Women in Communications — is a non-profit organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era. Also has student chapters.

Association of Schools of Journalism and Mass Communication (ASJMC) — is a non-profit association of journalism and mass communication programs. It provides resources and a network for deans, directors and chairs.

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Broadcast Education Association — The Broadcast Education Association is the professional association for professors, industry professionals and graduate students who are interested in teaching and research related to electronic media and multimedia enterprises.

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C-SPAN.org — C-SPAN has consolidated all of its online resources — including its acclaimed Video Library — into one video-rich site that’s easy to navigate. And the new c-span.org is optimized for your PC, tablet, and mobile phone so you can watch Washington at home or work, or on the go.

Career Guide, Broadcast Media and Journalism — Explore careers in Broadcast Media and Journalism with the following links to job descriptions which include information such as daily activities, skill requirements, salary and training required.

Career Guide for College Students with Disabilities — Sponsored by Maryville University Online. This valuable resource offers information for students with disabilities in order to help them with their career search. The guide covers everything from knowing your rights, to mental and physical disabilities as well as how to prep for a career in college so students can enter the workforce as competitive candidates for a job.

Careers in Communications — Learn How to Become (website) – From explaining how things work to telling the world about the latest and greatest invention to helping people deal with how to express themselves, careers in communications are incredibly varied.

Center for Environmental Filmmaking (CEF) — Founded on the belief that environmental and wildlife films are vitally important educational and political tools in the struggle to protect the environment. CEF’s mission is to train filmmakers to produce films and new media that are highly entertaining, ethically sound, educationally powerful, and effective at producing social change. CEF is equally concerned with academic excellence and approaches environmental issues with intellectual rigor and sound journalism. Established at American University in 2005.

Center for Media and Public Affairs (CMPA) — A non-profit, non-partisan media research organization located in Washington, DC.

Columbia Journalism Review — The Columbia Journalism Review is recognized throughout the world as America’s premier media monitor—a watchdog of the press in all its forms, from newspapers and magazines to radio, television, and cable to the wire services and the Web.

College Media Advisers — Endorsed by state and regional professional and college media associations and schools and departments of mass communication, CMA communicates and works with professional media organizations and education associations on the local, state, and national levels.

Communications Degrees — CommunicationsDegrees.com is a resource for all different types of degrees within communication. Research accredited communications degree programs online. This resources has hundreds of programs in it’s database, from Bachelor’s level to Master’s degrees and Doctorate programs – all within communications.

Communication Institute for Online Scholarship — CIOS is a non-profit organization, incorporated in 1990, to function as a parent organization for the set of online activities that had been initiated in 1986 as the Comserve service. It supports the use of computer technologies in the service of communication scholarship and education.

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Dart Center for Journalism & Trauma — Read about trauma, tips for interviewing effectively and sensitively, test your learning with the interactive quiz, watch experts discuss emotional injury. Center based at the University of Washington. Click on Curriculum once the site opens.

Disabilities, Career Guide for College Students with — Sponsored by Maryville University Online. This valuable resource offers information for students with disabilities in order to help them with their career search. The guide covers everything from knowing your rights, to mental and physical disabilities as well as how to prep for a career in college so students can enter the workforce as competitive candidates for a job.

Disabilities, Career Guide for People with — Sponsored by FiscalTiger. Getting a job can be an intimidating process. There are a wide variety of disabilities that can impact an individual’s career opportunities, and many necessitate specific considerations and accommodations from employers. This can make finding work even more daunting.

Doctoral Program Resources for Minority Students —  A Minority Student Resource that offers articles, information on minority doctoral grants, scholarships and financial assistance, agency resources, and more. (Courtesy of Teach.com)

Dow Jones News Fund — Features information on college programs, career information, high school student and teacher programs, and information about the fund itself.

Celebrating Dr. Ed Trayes and 50 Years of Editing Excellence
Courtesy of the Dow Jones Newspaper Fund

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Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest Intern — An annual competition designed to challenge college students to analyze the urgent ethical issues confronting them in today’s complex world. Full-time juniors and seniors at accredited four-year colleges and universities in the US are welcome to compete for the $10,000 in prizes.

Ethics of Online Journalists (USC Annenberg) — A resource by the University of Southern California that outlines the different portions that make up online journalism ethics. The article briefly describes and breaks down ethical guidelines into easy to follow steps, covering subjects like plagiarism, accountability, and maintaining reliability.

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Five Freedoms Project — This site supports the work of all educators, students and citizens who share a commitment to First Amendment freedoms, democratic schools, and the idea that children should be seen and heard. Visitors will find resources that stretch across the Five Freedoms Project’s four primary areas of concentration: Individual Rights, Leadership, Voice, and Impact. See the online network at: http://network.fivefreedoms.org.

The Forum on Media Diversity — A partnership of the Manship School of Mass Communication and the Reilly Center for Media & Public Affairs, is dedicated to national service by acting as a source of information and scholarship about diversity in the academic and professional realms of mass communication.

The Freedom Forum — A nonpartisan foundation dedicated to free press, free speech and free spirit for all people. The foundation focuses on three priorities: the Newseum, the First Amendment and newsroom diversity.

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Grammar Check — A Wordly Mistake: Top 20 Grammar Mistakes in Journalism (BLOG)

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Hearst Journalism Awards Program — Features the winning stories, photographs, radio and TV broadcast news reports from the monthly competitions, as well as highlights from the winners of the National Championships. The site also includes press releases from the monthly competitions, rules and guidelines for entering, competition deadlines, list of participating schools (with links to those schools), information about the judges, and a list of past winners.

Hootsuite — Gain access to the tools and resources needed to teach social media in today’s higher education classroom.

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Inland Press Association — A newspaper trade association that serves more than 800 papers in 49 states.

International Association for Literary Journalism Studies — IALJS fosters the improvement of scholarly research and education in Literary Journalism by encouraging critical and cross-cultural inquiry and the enhancement of the standards of instruction in the field — which is also known as literary reportage, narrative journalism, creative/literary/narrative nonfiction and the New Journalism.

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) enables a global network of communicators working in diverse industries and disciplines to identify, share and apply the world’s most effective communication practices. IABC offers professional, student, and corporate memberships.

International Communication Association — This Association’s purpose is to advance the scholarly study of human communication and to facilitate the implementation of such study so as to be of maximum benefit to humankind.

International Women’s Media Federation — Works to strengthen the voice of women journalists around the world.

(Internships) Learn How to Become: Find Internships Locally and Abroad — Find out the ways an internship can boost a career, what type of internship is the right fit and tips for getting your dream internship locally and abroad.

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Journalism Education Association — JEA supports free and responsible scholastic journalism by providing resources and educational opportunities, by promoting professionalism, by encouraging and rewarding student excellence and teacher achievement, and by fostering an atmosphere which encompasses diversity yet builds unity.

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Kappa Tau Alpha — Kappa Tau Alpha is a college honor society that recognizes academic excellence and promotes scholarship in journalism and mass communication. Membership must be earned by excellence in academic work at one of the colleges and universities that have chapters. Selection for membership is a mark of highest distinction and honor.

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Intelligent LGBTQ+ College Student Guide — (courtesy of Intelligent.com Higher Education Team) Choosing the right school is vital for every college bound student, but it can be more challenging for those who identify as LGBTQ+. In addition to many obstacles that all students face, it is important that LGBTQ+ students also consider whether the institution has LGBTQ-inclusive policies, programs, and practices to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment. This LGBTQ-Friendly College guide provides prospective students and their families with tools to identify the right schools, an overview of common challenges, tips for applying, and details on the federal laws that protect LGBTQ students.

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Master’s in Communications.com — A comprehensive database of Master’s in Communication degree programs. Programs are broken out by state, specialization and by online programs. This site also includes interviews with program directors and department chair.

McCormick Media Matters — This blog is intended to provide insight, analysis and updates about the work of our grantees and others at the forefront of continuous quality improvement in journalism. Relevant contributions and links from organizations are welcome.

The Media Literacy Multiverse™ — (MLM) is an interactive application designed to help you learn media and digital literacy skills in six lessons.

MoneyGeek — Paying for College: See scholarship, loans and grant information for Asian, African American, Native American and Hispanic students. The cost of getting smarter keeps getting higher, with the rise of tuition and other educational costs far outpacing inflation in recent decades. If you’re like many students, figuring out how to pay for your education is as important as choosing your field of study. This section will help you understand common (and uncommon) ways of financing your education or lowering your expenses. Whether it’s resources to locate scholarships and grants or breaking down how student loans work, we’ve got you covered.

Multicultural Education, How to Provide a – Baylor University’s School of Education online EdD Program — Incorporating multicultural education strategies begins with self-reflection. Teachers should question their expectations for students of different identities and reflect on how those expectations affect how they engage in the pedagogy. Learn More about this important education strategy with this program resource courtesy of Baylor University Online Graduate Programs.

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National Association of Black Journalists — NABJ is the oldest and largest minority journalism organization in the country. It remains autonomous, but works in partnership with the college on several fronts in the shared goal of diversifying America’s newsrooms and news products.

National Association of Broadcasters — NAB is a full-service trade association which represents the interests of free, over-the-air radio and television broadcasters.

National Association of Hispanic Journalists — The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry. Established in April 1984, NAHJ created a national voice and unified vision for all Hispanic journalists. NAHJ also offers student scholarships.

National Communication Association — NCA is a scholarly society and as such works to enhance the research, teaching, and service produced by its members on topics of both intellectual and social significance.

National Newspaper Association — This group’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance America’s community newspapers.

Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University — features full text of articles from Nieman Reports magazine and transcripts of journalism seminars and conferences. Features the Nieman Narrative Digest.

NiemanLab — Local news consortiums, labs, associations, and more.

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Online Colleges, Best Online (Consumer Affairs) — This site features hundreds of verified consumer reviews of Online Colleges.

Online Communication Degree Programs — (AC Online) – Information and Resources for communications career and post-secondary education guide tailored to the needs of current and future students, and those pursuing a career in Communications.  It includes industry resources, career paths, scholarships, supplemental free online courses, and internship  opportunities.

Online Master’s Degrees — (Best Online Journalism Master’s Degree Programs:) Earning an online journalism master’s degree can pave the way for advanced opportunities in reporting and other important media roles. Read on to discover the best master’s in journalism online program options that can provide the skills you need.

Online News Association — Founded in 1999, ONA now has more than 1,700 professional members including news writers, producers, designers, editors, photographers, technologists and others who produce news for the Internet or other digital delivery systems, as well as academic members and others interested in the development of online journalism. ONA also sponsors an annual conference focusing on the latest in journalism and technology and administers the prestigious Online Journalism Awards.

Organization of News Ombudsmen — ONO’s purpose is to help the journalism profession achieve and maintain high ethical standards in news reporting, thereby enhancing its own credibility among the people it serves.

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Ph.D. Programs Online — OnlinePhDPrograms.com take your education to its fullest potential with an education from a top-ranked online college. You can earn your Ph.D in a number of different disciplines, from business, to health sciences, to education, to liberal arts. Online Ph.D programs encompass the same advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, years of coursework, and thorough research as campus-based Ph.D programs.

(Plagiarism) Guide to Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism — This guidebook helps students better understand the different types of plagiarism, the consequences they carry, and, most importantly, how to avoid plagiarism entirely. Key elements of the guidebook include: A detailed look at both intentional and accidental plagiarism; Dozens of resources to help students avoid plagiarism and help teachers prevent it; Tools and examples to teach and/or learn proper citation; Important questions (and answers) every writing student should ask.

Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations — Established at the University of Alabama in 2005. Its goal is to help develop leadership values and skills in public relations education and practice. Through a variety of programs, and in concert with other groups and associations, the Center will work to nurture the ethical and effective practice of public relations and help develop outstanding leaders for today and tomorrow.

Pew Research Center — An incubator for civic journalism experiments that enable news organizations to create and refine better ways of reporting the news to re-engage people in public life.

Public Relations Careers [pressat] — How to get a job in Public Relations and various other PR tips. An online guide aimed at helping young people pursue a career in Public Relations.

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Radio-Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) — RTNDA is the world’s largest professional organization exclusively serving the electronic news profession, consisting of more than 3,000 news directors, news associates, educators and students. The association is dedicated to setting standards for newsgathering and reporting.

Religion Newswriters Association — Helping journalists write about religion with balance, accuracy and insight. Site contains several free resources for reporters, including ReligionLink story tips, an online religion stylebook, a religion primer for journalists new to the beat, a vast reference library, a daily religion headlines collection, job notices, membership info and more.

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Scholarship Opportunities for Minority Students — This guide covers important information, current statistics, and useful guidance in finding the right financial support available to various minority groups. With the increasing challenges students face today, not to mention the rising cost of tuition and school fees, students need all the help they can get – right from gaining entry to successful graduation.

Scholarship Guide for Women by MoneyGeek— Women are the majority of students at most colleges but they remain underrepresented in many high-paying fields. An abundance of scholarships and grants geared toward female students might help narrow this gap, especially those that are specific to certain areas of study, such as engineering or science. Regardless of what field of study you want to pursue, if you are a woman seeking for ways to fund your education, you will probably find plenty of choices when choosing scholarships. This site will help you find information to help you sort through your options with a comprehensive list of scholarships and grants for women and tips on how to apply and where to get started.

Set of Principles in FAIR USE FOR JOURNALISM — [AUSOC & Robert R. McCormick Foundation] This document is a statement of principles to help journalists in the United States interpret the copyright doctrine of fair use. It is intended for anyone who engages in the set of practices that entails creating media of any kind that refers to real-life events of public interest, in service of public knowledge, whether that person is a full-time professional or an individual who takes it upon himself or herself to report about specific issues or events. In other words, the definition of “journalism” to which this document speaks is defined by acts, not titles, and is an inclusive one, reflecting (in part) the changing nature of the technologies that support and enable journalistic practice.

Students & Financial Literacy — (Annuity.org) A college education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. By managing how you pay for school and what you spend money on, you can worry less about debt and more about your career after graduation. Receiving a scholarship — or multiple scholarships — can significantly reduce your tuition and other college expenses. Scholarships are available in various forms and dollar amounts. Many students receive partial scholarships from different sources.

Social Media and Substance Abuse — (Sober Partners) Social media has become a major component in mental health and substance abuse issues among teens. Nowadays, teens are spending more time worrying about how other people think of them and less time on development, which is a breeding ground for substance use disorder. 7% of adolescents meet the NIH criteria for substance use disorder, dangerously approaching 1 in 10. This resource page on social media and substance abuse, was created to raise awareness and provide insight to families and communities.

Society of Environmental Journalists — SEJ is the only U.S.- based membership organization of working journalists dedicated to improvements in environmental reporting. SEJ programs are designed to build a stronger, better-educated, and more closely connected network of professional journalists and editors who cover the environment and environment-related issues. SEJ’s primary goal is to advance public understanding of critically important environmental issues through more and better environmental journalism.

Society for News Design — (formerly the Society of Newspaper Design) an international, non-profit and professional organization of editors, designers, graphic artists, publishers, illustrators, art directors, photographers, advertising artists, website designers, students and faculty.

Society of Professional Journalists — SEJ’s mission is to advance public understanding of environmental issues by improving the quality, accuracy, and visibility of environmental reporting.

South Asian Journalists Association — SAJA is a non-profit organization that provides a networking and resource forum for journalists of South Asian origin and journalists interested in South Asia or the South Asian Diaspora.

Student Press Law Center — SPLC is a legal assistance agency devoted exclusively to educating high school and college journalists about the rights and responsibilities embodied in the First Amendment and supporting the student news media in their struggle to cover important issues free from censorship. The Center provides free legal advice and information as well as low-cost educational materials for student journalists on a wide variety of legal topics.

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UNITY: Journalists of Color, Inc. — A strategic alliance advocating fair and accurate news coverage about people of color, and aggressively challenging the industry to staff its organizations at all levels to reflect the nation’s diversity.

UPIU.com — A digital publishing platform and social media website where students can upload their work, receive feedback from other users and the UPI editorial staff, and potentially pick up a byline and be published to UPI.com. The educational elements of the site accord to and complement the practices and standards that are used to teach online journalism.

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Women’s Institute for Freedom of the Press — A nonprofit, tax-exempt research, education, and publishing organization. The organization was founded in 1972, by Dr. Donna Allen, to increase communication among women and reach the public with our experience, perspectives, and opinions.

The Writer’s Online Toolkit — A guide to becoming a great writer. Being a writer can take many different forms and require different styles and techniques. Being a great writer also means being a great reader. Reading a variety of books and blogs helps mold your vocabulary and preferred method of writing to portray your own style. This guide helps lay the foundation to mastering your own writing and success. (Courtesy of Maryville University)

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