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The Education Writers Association is a nonprofit membership organization for journalists who cover the education beat.
In a new resource for EWA, Nick Fouriezos takes readers through some of the questions that journalists should ask rural college leaders to deepen their reporting.

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9 Questions for Rural College Leaders
How are colleges in rural areas serving their students and community? Ask rural college leaders these questions.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:06 PM
What’s the status of evolving state and federal policies that restrict DEI?

Get key insights on that legislation and guidance on covering these efforts and their impact on students and colleges during EWA’s webinar on Jan. 29 at 1 p.m. Eastern.

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Tracking and Understanding Restrictive DEI Policies
What’s the status of evolving state and federal policies that restrict DEI? Get key insights from experts in EWA's webinar.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Amid a federal immigration crackdown and rising student absences, many schools are temporarily allowing students to learn remotely.

Learn about the Sensitive Locations Policy elimination and immigrant students’ rights in a Q&A by Jo Napolitano.

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Are Legal Protections for Immigrant Students at Risk Under Trump?
An attorney, others discuss legal protections for immigrant students and their rights amid ICE raids and anti-immigrant legislation.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:30 PM
What’s the status of evolving state and federal policies that restrict DEI?

Get key insights to cover these efforts and their impact on students and colleges during EWA’s Jan. 29 webinar.

Register today!

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Tracking and Understanding Restrictive DEI Policies
What’s the status of evolving state and federal policies that restrict DEI? Get key insights from experts in EWA's webinar.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Covering special education has become even more important this school year.

Journalists: Apply to join EWA’s new cohort on special education. The deadline is Jan. 28.

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Reporting on Special Education? Apply for EWA’s Cohort
EWA is offering a new online community for reporters interested in improving their special education coverage.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Rural colleges are economic anchors and drivers of community identity. When these campuses face funding cuts, declining enrollment or closure, the impact ripples far beyond higher education.

Experts explain in a resource by Tannistha Sinha of the Houston Defender Network.

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How Rural Colleges Boost Local Economies
Experts explain why rural colleges are economic anchors and drivers of community identity and how college closures affect towns.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM
It’s vital journalists understand the state of social studies education and cover it with appropriate nuance.

In a resource by Marianna McMurdock, get story ideas and tips for building trust with sources on this frequently restricted subject.

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How Teaching Restrictions Are Affecting Social Studies
Teachers fear social studies is being “pushed to the margins” amid political polarization and laws restricting race and gender instruction.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
What do the Trump administration’s policy changes mean for English learners?

Get key insights and guidance from experts and a reporter during EWA’s webinar today at 1 p.m. Eastern.

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Challenges Facing English Learners Amid Federal Policy Shifts
With 5 million English learners in the U.S., how will the Trump administration’s policy changes affect them? Learn more.
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December 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Check out this year’s top 10 most-read EWA blogs. Thanks to the journalist members who shared their expertise and helped create these and all other online resources in 2025!

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December 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Higher ed insiders shared trends to watch for as colleges and universities stare down massive cuts to federally funded research – and they provided tips for covering the fallout.

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How Federal Policy Affects Higher Ed Research and Development
Colleges and universities are facing research and development barriers amid federal cuts. Higher ed experts explain the impact.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Here are some guidelines to help journalists tasked with the difficult job of covering a school shooting and gun violence.

It also looks back at how we got to this point in U.S. history, where gun violence, mass shootings and school shootings seem nonstop.

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After Covering Nashville School Shootings, a Reporter Shares Tips
Rachel Wegner, who covered back-to-back school shootings in Nashville, shares advice on covering gun violence.
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December 15, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The wait is over – registration for the 2026 National Seminar is now open!

If you’re a journalist hoping to attend #ewa26 on scholarship, applications will open soon.

Until then, learn more here:

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December 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
What do the Trump administration’s policy changes mean for English learners?

Get key insights and guidance from experts and a reporter during EWA’s webinar on Thursday, Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. Eastern.

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Challenges Facing English Learners Amid Federal Policy Shifts
With 5 million English learners in the U.S., how will the Trump administration’s policy changes affect them? Learn more.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
ICYMI: Principals discussed cellphone bans, school discipline, chronic absenteeism and other top education issues.

Watch the webinar recording.

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Video: Principals Speak on the Biggest School Year Issues
Watch the video to learn how some principals are supporting students’ learning and mental health amid education challenges. 
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December 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Taking time to understand the strengths and challenges of students with learning differences is key to illustrating how policy changes and access issues affect them.

Journalist Allie Miller created a guide to help reporters cover this topic. Learn more:

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What Are the Common Student Learning Disabilities?
From dyslexia to ADHD and autism, learn about common learning disabilities and differences from experts and a journalist.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The collaborative nature of the education beat is part of what makes it so special.

In the spirit of uplifting others, EWA invites you to share the name of a reporter whose work inspires you.

We’ll even send out an anonymous “love letter” on your behalf! 💌

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Send a "Love Letter" to a Journalist
Each week, The Grade puts together a roundup of its favorite education stories. At the end of every year, inspired by a Bloomberg tradition, The 74’s reporters compile a Jealousy List of the stories they admired and wished they had written. Here at EWA, we believe the collaborative nature of the education beat is what makes it so special. In the spirit of cheering on your peers and reflecting on the reporters who inspire you, EWA would like to invite you to share the name of a journalist you look up to – and the stories that stayed with you long after you’d finished reading. We’ll send them a “love letter” to let them know their work has made a lasting impact on readers (while keeping your information as the nominator confidential).
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November 30, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Did you cover issues impacting students, educators or school communities in 2025?

Enter the National Awards for Education Reporting to earn bragging rights in the newsroom — and up to $5,000 in cash prizes.
EWA Awards: National Awards for Education Reporting
The National Awards for Education Reporting advance education journalism by recognizing the field’s very best efforts. It's organized by EWA.
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November 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Entering the National Awards for Education Reporting?

We've put together a downloadable checklist to walk you through each step:

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You have until Dec. 17 to save $ on entry fees. Good luck!

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November 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM
EWA would also like to give special thanks to our awards judges for their time and dedication. The #ewaAWARDS would not be possible without their service and support. Thank you!
November 27, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from EWA! 🦃

We are eternally grateful for this community. Thank you for all you do to ensure equal access to education, protect the free flow of information, expose inequities and injustices, break down data/research, explore policy interventions and more.
November 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
You might’ve seen the74.bsky.social's Jealousy List or The Grade’s best of education journalism roundups.

EWA wants to hear who/what has inspired you this year! We’ll even send out a secret “love letter” to let them know their work has made a lasting impact. 💌

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November 26, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Covering the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education?

EWA's Emily Richmond provides background on how we got here, what’s next, and tips for reporters looking to keep tabs on the Trump administration's goals to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.

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Dismantling the U.S. Department of Education: What to Know
The Trump admin is forging ahead on the president’s pledge to gut the U.S. Department of Education. Here’s what to know.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM
It’s officially EWA Awards season!

Did you cover issues impacting students, educators or school communities in 2025?

You could enter to win if:
✅ You're a journalist by profession (see EWA's bylaws).
✅ Your work was published by independent news media.
EWA Awards: National Awards for Education Reporting
The National Awards for Education Reporting advance education journalism by recognizing the field’s very best efforts. It's organized by EWA.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Meet the 21st class of EWA Reporting Fellows!

Six will focus on ambitious higher ed topics, receiving up to $10K. Three reporters will each receive $5K micro-fellowships for K-12 special ed topics.

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November 25, 2025 at 1:30 PM
It’s easier than ever to enter the #ewaAWARDS!

Get organized with our new printable awards checklist:

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It'll help you keep track of key deadlines, entry requirements & more.

Submit by Dec. 17 to save $. Good luck!
November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM