Education Writers Association
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The Education Writers Association is a nonprofit membership organization for journalists who cover the education beat.
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!
Get organized with our new printable awards checklist:
ewa.org/wp-content/u....
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
It’s easier than ever to enter the #ewaAWARDS!
Get organized with our new printable awards checklist:
ewa.org/wp-content/u....
It'll help you keep track of key deadlines, entry requirements & more.
Submit by Dec. 17 to save $. Good luck!
Get organized with our new printable awards checklist:
ewa.org/wp-content/u....
It'll help you keep track of key deadlines, entry requirements & more.
Submit by Dec. 17 to save $. Good luck!
EWA’s Lori Crouch will begin her well-deserved retirement at the end of November.
Before she goes, she wanted to share some of her considerable wisdom about how to produce compelling and impactful stories and hold power to account.
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Before she goes, she wanted to share some of her considerable wisdom about how to produce compelling and impactful stories and hold power to account.
ewa.org/members-news...
As EWA Assistant Director Lori Crouch Retires, She Shares Advice
Lori Crouch, the assistant director at EWA for 28 years, retires in November 2025. She shares advice about producing compelling journalism.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:01 PM
EWA’s Lori Crouch will begin her well-deserved retirement at the end of November.
Before she goes, she wanted to share some of her considerable wisdom about how to produce compelling and impactful stories and hold power to account.
ewa.org/members-news...
Before she goes, she wanted to share some of her considerable wisdom about how to produce compelling and impactful stories and hold power to account.
ewa.org/members-news...
Friendly reminder: Join EWA today at 2 p.m. Eastern for a conversation with principals on cellphone bans, school discipline, chronic absenteeism and other top education issues.
There’s still time to register.
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There’s still time to register.
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#eduSKY #education
Principals Speak on the Biggest 2025-26 School Year Issues
Principals discuss how they approach chronic absenteeism, school discipline and cellphone bans to support students.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Friendly reminder: Join EWA today at 2 p.m. Eastern for a conversation with principals on cellphone bans, school discipline, chronic absenteeism and other top education issues.
There’s still time to register.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#eduSKY #education
There’s still time to register.
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#eduSKY #education
The #ewaAWARDS are now open!
Enter your best stories about children, students, families, educators or school communities. Compete for bragging rights in the newsroom — and win up to $5K. Reporters of all beats, to enter.
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Enter your best stories about children, students, families, educators or school communities. Compete for bragging rights in the newsroom — and win up to $5K. Reporters of all beats, to enter.
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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 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The #ewaAWARDS are now open!
Enter your best stories about children, students, families, educators or school communities. Compete for bragging rights in the newsroom — and win up to $5K. Reporters of all beats, to enter.
More:
Enter your best stories about children, students, families, educators or school communities. Compete for bragging rights in the newsroom — and win up to $5K. Reporters of all beats, to enter.
More:
EWA is now accepting entries for its 2025 National Awards for Education Reporting!
The awards program offers a total of 19 prizes, with cash awards ranging from $750 to $5,000.
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#eduSKY #education #journalism #ewaAWARDS
The awards program offers a total of 19 prizes, with cash awards ranging from $750 to $5,000.
ewa.org/members-news...
#eduSKY #education #journalism #ewaAWARDS
Submit Entries to 2025 National Awards for Education Reporting
The Education Writers Association is accepting entries for its 2025 National Awards for Education Reporting until Jan. 7, 2026.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
EWA is now accepting entries for its 2025 National Awards for Education Reporting!
The awards program offers a total of 19 prizes, with cash awards ranging from $750 to $5,000.
ewa.org/members-news...
#eduSKY #education #journalism #ewaAWARDS
The awards program offers a total of 19 prizes, with cash awards ranging from $750 to $5,000.
ewa.org/members-news...
#eduSKY #education #journalism #ewaAWARDS
How are principals using cellphone bans, restorative justice practices, home visits and more to support students’ learning and mental health?
Join EWA for a Nov. 18 webinar at 2 p.m. ET to find out. You’ll hear from 3 principals from around the country.
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#education #eduSKY
Join EWA for a Nov. 18 webinar at 2 p.m. ET to find out. You’ll hear from 3 principals from around the country.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #eduSKY
Principals Speak on the Biggest 2025-26 School Year Issues
Principals discuss how they approach chronic absenteeism, school discipline and cellphone bans to support students.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
How are principals using cellphone bans, restorative justice practices, home visits and more to support students’ learning and mental health?
Join EWA for a Nov. 18 webinar at 2 p.m. ET to find out. You’ll hear from 3 principals from around the country.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #eduSKY
Join EWA for a Nov. 18 webinar at 2 p.m. ET to find out. You’ll hear from 3 principals from around the country.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#education #eduSKY
Rural students are not a monolith — and, in many cases, they defy the stereotypical notion of traditional college-goers.
In a tip sheet by koriedean.bsky.social of theassemblync.bsky.social, learn how to better cover this student population.
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#highered #eduSKY
In a tip sheet by koriedean.bsky.social of theassemblync.bsky.social, learn how to better cover this student population.
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#highered #eduSKY
What Are the Hurdles to Higher Education for Rural Students?
Rural students in college may be older, have children or existing jobs. Learn about their pathways to higher education.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Rural students are not a monolith — and, in many cases, they defy the stereotypical notion of traditional college-goers.
In a tip sheet by koriedean.bsky.social of theassemblync.bsky.social, learn how to better cover this student population.
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#highered #eduSKY
In a tip sheet by koriedean.bsky.social of theassemblync.bsky.social, learn how to better cover this student population.
ewa.org/educated-rep...
#highered #eduSKY
Got an idea to share?
Suggest speakers you’d like to hear, topics to address and training ideas for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore.
Submit your suggestions by 5 p.m. today!
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#ewa26 #education #journalism #k12 #highered
Suggest speakers you’d like to hear, topics to address and training ideas for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore.
Submit your suggestions by 5 p.m. today!
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#ewa26 #education #journalism #k12 #highered
2026 Education Writers Association National Seminar
EWA will hold its 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore, Maryland, June 2-5, 2026 for education reporters and communicators.
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October 29, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Got an idea to share?
Suggest speakers you’d like to hear, topics to address and training ideas for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore.
Submit your suggestions by 5 p.m. today!
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education #journalism #k12 #highered
Suggest speakers you’d like to hear, topics to address and training ideas for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore.
Submit your suggestions by 5 p.m. today!
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education #journalism #k12 #highered
So far, 35 states have policies or laws limiting cellphone use by public school students.
EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social helps reporters cover this trend, providing helpful background and tips.
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#education #eduSKY
EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social helps reporters cover this trend, providing helpful background and tips.
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #eduSKY
Cell Phone Bans in Schools: What to Know
Schools are implementing cell phone bans amid a youth mental health crisis and declining test scores. Learn more about this trend.
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October 28, 2025 at 1:02 PM
So far, 35 states have policies or laws limiting cellphone use by public school students.
EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social helps reporters cover this trend, providing helpful background and tips.
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #eduSKY
EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social helps reporters cover this trend, providing helpful background and tips.
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #eduSKY
Cellphone bans, school discipline and chronic absenteeism are among the biggest issues school principals across the country are navigating this year.
Join EWA on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a webinar exploring how school leaders address key issues.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#eduSKY
Join EWA on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a webinar exploring how school leaders address key issues.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#eduSKY
Principals Speak on the Biggest 2025-26 School Year Issues
Principals discuss how they approach chronic absenteeism, school discipline and cellphone bans to support students.
ewa.org
October 27, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Cellphone bans, school discipline and chronic absenteeism are among the biggest issues school principals across the country are navigating this year.
Join EWA on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a webinar exploring how school leaders address key issues.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#eduSKY
Join EWA on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a webinar exploring how school leaders address key issues.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#eduSKY
Submit your ideas for the 2026 National Seminar before it’s too late!
- Journalist members: Let us know if you want to plan a panel.
- All members: Share your ideal sessions and speakers.
We’re listening. The suggestion box deadline is now Oct. 29.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education
- Journalist members: Let us know if you want to plan a panel.
- All members: Share your ideal sessions and speakers.
We’re listening. The suggestion box deadline is now Oct. 29.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education
2026 Education Writers Association National Seminar
EWA will hold its 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore, Maryland, June 2-5, 2026 for education reporters and communicators.
ewa.org
October 24, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Submit your ideas for the 2026 National Seminar before it’s too late!
- Journalist members: Let us know if you want to plan a panel.
- All members: Share your ideal sessions and speakers.
We’re listening. The suggestion box deadline is now Oct. 29.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education
- Journalist members: Let us know if you want to plan a panel.
- All members: Share your ideal sessions and speakers.
We’re listening. The suggestion box deadline is now Oct. 29.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education
Community colleges, which enroll roughly 40% of U.S. college students, are vastly undercovered in the media.
In a new resource for EWA, mirandadunlap.bsky.social of Wisconsin Watch & Open Campus explains why reporters should be covering these institutions.
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In a new resource for EWA, mirandadunlap.bsky.social of Wisconsin Watch & Open Campus explains why reporters should be covering these institutions.
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
#eduSKY
What Is Attending Community College Really Like?
Community colleges have transformed over the years, providing what is now “student-centered” higher education.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Community colleges, which enroll roughly 40% of U.S. college students, are vastly undercovered in the media.
In a new resource for EWA, mirandadunlap.bsky.social of Wisconsin Watch & Open Campus explains why reporters should be covering these institutions.
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
#eduSKY
In a new resource for EWA, mirandadunlap.bsky.social of Wisconsin Watch & Open Campus explains why reporters should be covering these institutions.
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
#eduSKY
EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social spoke to Denise Marshall of copaafape.bsky.social.
Marshall shares what questions journalists should be asking as the Trump administration attempts to layoff federal special education division employees.
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#education #specialeducation #eduSKY
Marshall shares what questions journalists should be asking as the Trump administration attempts to layoff federal special education division employees.
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#education #specialeducation #eduSKY
October 20, 2025 at 5:15 PM
EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social spoke to Denise Marshall of copaafape.bsky.social.
Marshall shares what questions journalists should be asking as the Trump administration attempts to layoff federal special education division employees.
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #specialeducation #eduSKY
Marshall shares what questions journalists should be asking as the Trump administration attempts to layoff federal special education division employees.
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #specialeducation #eduSKY
The Education Writers Association shares the Student Press Law Center’s alarm about reports by The Indiana Daily Student that Indiana University administrators interfered with its content decisions. We vigorously support First Amendment protections.
We are alarmed that the IU Media School issued orders to interfere with content @idsnews.bsky.social & fired its adviser. These actions disregard strong 1A protections and a long-standing tradition of student editorial independence.
More: https://loom.ly/dypEC6s
More: https://loom.ly/dypEC6s
October 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM
The Education Writers Association shares the Student Press Law Center’s alarm about reports by The Indiana Daily Student that Indiana University administrators interfered with its content decisions. We vigorously support First Amendment protections.
When covering the latest round of layoffs in the U.S. Department of Education and how they affect students with disabilities in your community, be sure to familiarize yourself with special education-related terms.
Check out the glossary by journalist Mandy McLaren.
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Check out the glossary by journalist Mandy McLaren.
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Glossary: Special Education - ewa.org
Some key definitions regarding this crucial topic
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October 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
When covering the latest round of layoffs in the U.S. Department of Education and how they affect students with disabilities in your community, be sure to familiarize yourself with special education-related terms.
Check out the glossary by journalist Mandy McLaren.
ewa.org/issues/early...
Check out the glossary by journalist Mandy McLaren.
ewa.org/issues/early...
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Morning #accessfest! Join us this afternoon for a panel on special education services, know your rights under federal law and learn how to investigate services, funding, and (not so public) settlements.
With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org
With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org
October 9, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Morning #accessfest! Join us this afternoon for a panel on special education services, know your rights under federal law and learn how to investigate services, funding, and (not so public) settlements.
With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org
With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org
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It's gonna be lit! @edwriters.bsky.social @ire.org
Morning #accessfest! Join us this afternoon for a panel on special education services, know your rights under federal law and learn how to investigate services, funding, and (not so public) settlements.
With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org
With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org
October 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM
It's gonna be lit! @edwriters.bsky.social @ire.org
What would you most like to see on the agenda for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore? Let EWA know by Oct. 17!
- Suggest speakers you’d like to hear.
- Share topics that should be addressed.
- Volunteer and plan your ideal session.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education #eduSKY
- Suggest speakers you’d like to hear.
- Share topics that should be addressed.
- Volunteer and plan your ideal session.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education #eduSKY
October 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
What would you most like to see on the agenda for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore? Let EWA know by Oct. 17!
- Suggest speakers you’d like to hear.
- Share topics that should be addressed.
- Volunteer and plan your ideal session.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education #eduSKY
- Suggest speakers you’d like to hear.
- Share topics that should be addressed.
- Volunteer and plan your ideal session.
ewa.org/events/upcom...
#ewa26 #education #eduSKY
Join EWA on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. Eastern for @ire.org’s #AccessFest 2025!
During an EWA-organized session, member journalists and a lawyer will help reporters cover special education this school year.
Learn more and register:
schedules.ire.org/accessfest-2...
#education #eduSKY
During an EWA-organized session, member journalists and a lawyer will help reporters cover special education this school year.
Learn more and register:
schedules.ire.org/accessfest-2...
#education #eduSKY
October 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Join EWA on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. Eastern for @ire.org’s #AccessFest 2025!
During an EWA-organized session, member journalists and a lawyer will help reporters cover special education this school year.
Learn more and register:
schedules.ire.org/accessfest-2...
#education #eduSKY
During an EWA-organized session, member journalists and a lawyer will help reporters cover special education this school year.
Learn more and register:
schedules.ire.org/accessfest-2...
#education #eduSKY
What’s a “floater?” Why do experts keep saying “mixed-delivery system?”
Reporters may find themselves deciphering jargon when covering early childhood education. Better understand the field with this ECE glossary created by Emily Tate Sullivan of EdSurge.com.
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#education
Reporters may find themselves deciphering jargon when covering early childhood education. Better understand the field with this ECE glossary created by Emily Tate Sullivan of EdSurge.com.
ewa.org/issues/early...
#education
Early Childhood Education Terms and Jargon
Here’s a glossary of early childhood education terms. Most differ from those used in America’s K-12 education system.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:02 PM
What’s a “floater?” Why do experts keep saying “mixed-delivery system?”
Reporters may find themselves deciphering jargon when covering early childhood education. Better understand the field with this ECE glossary created by Emily Tate Sullivan of EdSurge.com.
ewa.org/issues/early...
#education
Reporters may find themselves deciphering jargon when covering early childhood education. Better understand the field with this ECE glossary created by Emily Tate Sullivan of EdSurge.com.
ewa.org/issues/early...
#education
Andrea Eger of Tulsa World wrote a reporting resource on religion in public schools.
What actions step over the legal line, and how should reporters cover this trend?
#eduSKY #education
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📷 James Minichello for EWA
What actions step over the legal line, and how should reporters cover this trend?
#eduSKY #education
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📷 James Minichello for EWA
September 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Andrea Eger of Tulsa World wrote a reporting resource on religion in public schools.
What actions step over the legal line, and how should reporters cover this trend?
#eduSKY #education
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
📷 James Minichello for EWA
What actions step over the legal line, and how should reporters cover this trend?
#eduSKY #education
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
📷 James Minichello for EWA
Special education funding can be a complicated topic to write about. Journalist alinatug.bsky.social helps reporters get started.
She explains the pros and cons of the Trump administration’s funding plan for special education, shares story ideas and more.
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#eduSKY
She explains the pros and cons of the Trump administration’s funding plan for special education, shares story ideas and more.
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
#eduSKY
How Will Trump’s Special Education Funding Plan Affect Students?
The Trump administration’s plan to change how special education is funded is worrying special educators. Here’s why.
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September 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Special education funding can be a complicated topic to write about. Journalist alinatug.bsky.social helps reporters get started.
She explains the pros and cons of the Trump administration’s funding plan for special education, shares story ideas and more.
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
#eduSKY
She explains the pros and cons of the Trump administration’s funding plan for special education, shares story ideas and more.
ewa.org/how-to-cover...
#eduSKY
News broke that the Trump admin had moved to end $350M in discretionary funding for minority-serving institutions while journalists were attending EWA’s Higher Education Seminar earlier this month.
Check out speaker presentations on MSIs here:
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#ewaHigherEd25 #education
Check out speaker presentations on MSIs here:
ewa.org/2025-higher-...
#ewaHigherEd25 #education
September 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
News broke that the Trump admin had moved to end $350M in discretionary funding for minority-serving institutions while journalists were attending EWA’s Higher Education Seminar earlier this month.
Check out speaker presentations on MSIs here:
ewa.org/2025-higher-...
#ewaHigherEd25 #education
Check out speaker presentations on MSIs here:
ewa.org/2025-higher-...
#ewaHigherEd25 #education
ICYMI: Check out some of our favorite moments from #ewaHigherEd25 on EWA’s Instagram.
What was your favorite moment?
www.instagram.com/p/DOv30uUEeK...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
What was your favorite moment?
www.instagram.com/p/DOv30uUEeK...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
September 18, 2025 at 3:11 PM
ICYMI: Check out some of our favorite moments from #ewaHigherEd25 on EWA’s Instagram.
What was your favorite moment?
www.instagram.com/p/DOv30uUEeK...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
What was your favorite moment?
www.instagram.com/p/DOv30uUEeK...
📷 Judy O’Babatunde
EWA’s Emily Richmond shared tips for covering free speech and academic freedom in higher education after the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk.
Check out the reporting resource here:
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #edusky
Check out the reporting resource here:
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #edusky
What Will Happen to Free Speech After Charlie Kirk’s Killing?
Here’s how the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk may impact campus access, academic freedom and free speech.
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September 18, 2025 at 1:01 PM
EWA’s Emily Richmond shared tips for covering free speech and academic freedom in higher education after the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk.
Check out the reporting resource here:
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #edusky
Check out the reporting resource here:
ewa.org/news-explain...
#education #edusky