How to communicate to police that you’re a journalist while covering a protest

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Law enforcement may not be familiar with the student press. They may see you only as students, and not know or understand the essential role of student journalists in covering public events such as protests. This letter may be helpful in providing law enforcement with evidence of your claims. Carry a physical copy (do not… Continue reading How to communicate to police that you’re a journalist while covering a protest

Highlights from Year of the Student Journalist

Spearheaded by SPLC, the Freedom Forum Institute and the Newseum, the Year of the Student Journalist will consists of a calendar year (2019) of high-profile national programming and local student-led events designed to raise awareness about the important role of student journalists, the struggles they face, the need for state-based legislation to protect the First Amendment rights of… Continue reading Highlights from Year of the Student Journalist

Paid internships for the summer in audio, broadcast and digital open now

Every month, the Student Press Law Center makes a list of paid journalism internships. Some have upcoming deadlines include outlets in major cities like New York, Boston, Philadelphia and D.C. Other big-name outlets have rolling deadlines. Did we miss any? Send an email to SPLC reporter Cory Dawson to get internship information added. March 4… Continue reading Paid internships for the summer in audio, broadcast and digital open now

A record number of states have introduced New Voices bills in 2019

More bills protecting the First Amendment rights of student journalists are moving through statehouses than ever before, according to a Student Press Law Center tally. The 11 bills are part of a nationwide effort to pass “New Voices” bills in state legislatures, which effectively counteract and clarify the limits of the 1988 Hazelwood School District… Continue reading A record number of states have introduced New Voices bills in 2019