• August 21, 2008

Society of Environmental Journalists announces awards finalists
Thirty-three entries in 11 categories--including the new Rachel Carson Environment Book Award--have been designated as finalists in the SEJ Awards for Reporting on the Environment, the world's largest and most comprehensive awards for journalism on environmental topics. Read the full article

• August 14, 2008

ONA awarded Challenge Fund for Journalism grant
The funds will go toward expand services to ONA members, including a greatly expanded website and more regional events. First, ONA must raise its share of donations. Read the full article

• August 7, 2008

NFL online video limit extended, access improved
An Associated Press Sports Editors committee has succeeded in improving access to players and doubling online video time from 45 seconds to 90 seconds for the 2008 season. Read the full article

2008 Knight-Batten Awards for Innovations finalists announced
The Knight-Batten Awards honor creative uses of new technologies to engage citizens in public issues and showcase compelling models for the future of news. Read the full article

J-Lab moves to American University; Draws $2.4M grant from Knight Foundation
J-Lab: The Institute for Interactive Journalism has moved to American University's School of Communication, where it will expand its operations with the help of a $2.4 million grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to American University. Read the full article

• August 4, 2008

2008 Online Journalism Awards finalists announced
Finalists for the 9th annual Online Journalism Awards, honoring excellence in digital journalism, have been announced by the Online News Association. Read the full article

• August 3, 2008

Offer: $24 million to keep communities informed
The Knight Foundation is offering $24 million in grant money to journalists and community foundations who find creative uses of media and technology to meet the information needs of their citizens. Read the full article

• August 1, 2008

Call for entries: International Video Journalism Awards
The International VJ Awards showcases the best of the international video journalism community. Entry deadline: October 15. Read the full article

• July 30, 2008

Who else is on Facebook? Social networks demographics study released
Overall, more women than men use social networking sites. No surprise there. But did you know the disparity is greater on Facebook than it is on MySpace? Or that 25-34 year-old men are more likely to use LinkedIn and Flickr than other groups? Read the full article

• July 24, 2008

Join the ONA events committee
Because ONA has only one conference each year, it's important that we hold social and training events at various locations throughout the year to keep members active and engaged. Read the full article

ONA Workshop, Reception at UNITY Conference
The ONA will conduct a session Friday, July 25, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m at the UNITY conference in Chicago.: "Your Digital Toolbox: Adapting Technology for Journalism." Read the full article

• July 22, 2008

Call for nominations for ONA Board election
The ONA is pleased to call for nominations for the 2009 board of directors. Read the full article

• July 8, 2008

ONA President's Letter - Interactive 2.0 Launches
We've got some exciting news to share: Interactive Narratives, a multimedia storytelling showcase founded by Andrew DeVigal five years ago, has re-launched under the sponsorship of the Online News Association -- better than ever. Read the full article

• July 4, 2008

ONA Philly '08 conference summary
The recent ONA Philly regional conference, was a big success according to those who attended it. Read the full article

• July 2, 2008

New Knight Initiative Seeks to Address Local Information Needs Engaging Community Foundations
A $24 million initiative by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation will engage community foundations in a grant-making challenge to find creative uses of media and technology to help keep communities informed and their citizens engaged. Read the full article

AVINA Foundation awards journalism grants on Latin America
The AVINA Awards of Investigative Journalism for Sustainable Development finances journalistic investigations features focused on regions or countries in Latin America regarding six themes: climate change, art and education, inclusive businesses, integration of Latin America, transparency and social inclusion. Read the full article

RTNDA Announces the Winners of Edward R. Murrow Awards
The Radio-Television News Directors Association has announced the 2008 winners of the coveted Edward R. Murrow Awards, honoring excellence in electronic journalism. Read the full article

SND's Best of Multimedia Design Competition
Have you entered your recent online projects in SND's Best of Multimedia Design Competition? Read the full article

• June 24, 2008

Emerging technology, innovation to take center stage; Tina Brown to give keynote
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 2008) - The only thing some journalists fear more than a fast-approaching deadline is new technology. But those attending the ninth annual conference of the Online News Association (ONA), Sept. 11 - 13, 2008, will get a glimpse into the future and learn how to prepare for what's coming next. Read the full article

• June 17, 2008

ONA President: "Conference to be among best ever"
I'm delighted to tell you about this year's Online News Association conference, which is sure to be one of the best ever. Read the full article

• June 13, 2008

ONA partners with RTNDA for Future of News panel
The Online News Association has partnered with RTNDA Canada to present the Future of News panel at RTNDA Canada's annual conference on June 20 in Ottawa, Ontario. The panel, which will be presented by ONA President Jonathan Dube, will be moderated by CTV's Graham Richardson and include RTNDA President Barbara Cochran, CBC News Publisher John Cruickshank, noted Canadian blogger Warren Kinsella and Ken Andersen of Delta Media Inc. Read the full article

• June 12, 2008

Jay Woodruff named editor of Maxim.com
Alpha Media Group Inc. CEO Kent Brownridge today announced the appointment of Jay Woodruff to Editor in Chief of Maxim.com, the digital companion to Maxim magazine, the largest young men's lifestyle magazine in America. Read the full article

• June 11, 2008

New ONA Executive Director sought
The Online News Association is seeking a new Executive Director to manage the day-to-day operations of the organization and work with the Board of Directors to define and execute a strategy for ONA's continued growth and development. Read the full article

• June 4, 2008

Transforming the Newsroom
At this new seminar from API, senior news executives will learn how to lead the transformation to the new newsroom. They will learn how successful leaders foster innovation and collaboration. They will envision new job responsibilities and rewards, and they will construct an ethical framework for journalism in today's shifting media landscape. Special discount for ONA members. Read the full article

Designing the Digital Experience
At API's new seminar, Designing the Digital Experience, Web designers, editors, producers and developers will learn to craft multimedia platforms and stories that connect with always-on audiences. The focus is on three themes: designing digital opportunities; multimedia storytelling; and the team required to create and sustain a successful digital platform. Special discount for ONA members. Read the full article

ONA Executive Director leaves
ONA Executive Director Lori Schwab's career aspirations are taking her in a new direction and she has left ONA. During her time with ONA, the organization's membership and conference attendance grew to record numbers. We thank her for her nearly two years of service and wish her every success. Read the full article

• May 20, 2008

Regional Conference - Philadelphia
This one-day training session on Friday, June 6 will bring together leaders in their respective digital media fields to give advice, hints and tips about how to succeed online. Read the full article

• May 19, 2008

Knight News Challenge 2008 Winners Announced
Knight News Challenge 2008 Winners Announced Today at E&P/Mediaweek Interactive Media Conference Read the full article

• May 11, 2008

2008 USC Annenberg/Getty Arts Journalism Program Fellowship
Applications have recently become available for the 2008 USC Annenberg/Getty Arts Journalism Program held in the United States. Read the full article

• May 1, 2008

Annual membership fee increase
For the first time in our nearly 10-year existence, the ONA will raise the annual membership fees from $50 to $75 per year. Read the full article

• April 2, 2008

Webinar on Major Online credibility study to be released Tuesday
Is your decision to host anonymous blog comments causing concern among your readership? Are you receiving pushback for including advertising links within editorial copy? If you're struggling to manage issues of online credibility and looking for insight into these issues, this free Webinar is for you. Read the full article

• April 1, 2008

ONA / APME NewsTrain in New Orleans
Become a more effective editor. Two days of training in editing and management skills for online news. Read the full article

• March 21, 2008

ONA joins Media Coalition Urging Shield Law Approval
ONA has joined a group of 50 media companies and organizations that have penned a letter urging Congress to take up a pair of federal shield law bills and enact them as soon as possible. Read the full article

• March 14, 2008

ONA OBJECTS TO DALLAS MAVERICKS NEW MEDIA POLICY
The Online News Association sent a letter today to NBA Commissioner Daniel Stern objecting to a new policy initiated by the Dallas Mavericks which bans full-time bloggers from the team's locker room. Read the full article

• March 13, 2008

ONA President, Jon Dube, comments on blocked bloggers
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has instituted a new policy banning full-time bloggers from the team's locker room, drawing an official protest from The Dallas Morning News, which employs the only writer so far banned. Read the full article

• March 7, 2008

ONA in the News
ONA's action involving objections to MLB's credential terms has gained attention in the media. Read the full article

• March 4, 2008

ONA OBJECTS TO MLB CREDENTIAL TERMS
The Online News Association sent a letter today to Major League Baseball Commissioner Allan H. "Bud" Selig objecting to new restrictions included in terms and conditions for Major League Baseball media credentials. Read the full article

• February 29, 2008

Mental Health America - 2008 Media Awards
Each June at its Annual Meeting, Mental Health America recognizes excellence in reporting and portrayals of mental health issues from the previous year. Read the full article

• February 27, 2008

ONA partners with NewComm Forum
The Online News Association is a proud sponsor of New Communications Forum 2008 , the premier conference that brings together thought leaders and decision makers to discuss the impact of social media and new communications on all aspects of media, journalism, PR, marketing and advertising, business, culture and society. Read the full article

• February 17, 2008

Letter from the President of ONA, Jonathan Dube
I'm delighted to let you know that the Online News Association board has voted to open up the board election process to non-professional members. Read the full article

• February 8, 2008

Interactive Narratives
You may remember that at our October conference in Toronto, we announced our collaboration with Andrew DeVigal of the New York Times to revive Interactive Narratives under the ONA banner. Read the full article

• December 11, 2007

ONA Social Event - Washington, DC
Please join fellow ONA members for drinks and conversation this Friday (Dec. 14th) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ireland's Four Courts in Arlington, in the back bar. ONA is buying the first round. Ireland's Four Courts 2051 Wilson Blvd Arlington, Virginia 22201 Take the Courthouse Metro stop on the Orange line, or visit their site for more information and directions http://www.irishpubarlington.com/ Read the full article

• November 21, 2007

ONA Event - London
Please join us for an ONA special event in London generously hosted by Reuters. Monday night November 26, 2007, 6:45 pm to 8 pm, come to Reuters headquarters at Canary Wharf to listen to the ground-breaking Reuters Mojo (Mobile Journalism) team talk about their exciting new project. Read the full article

• October 21, 2007

2007 Online Journalism Awards Announced
Newest Online Journalism Award Category Won by Florida Today, Wired.com Florida Today’s space coverage and Wired.com’s defense reporting took honors in the 2007 Online Journalism Awards’ newest category, Online Beat Reporting. Read the full article

• September 20, 2007

2008 Board of Directors Election - Nominations are Open
ONA is pleased to call for nominations for the 2008 board of directors. Read the full article

• August 3, 2007

ONA challenges new NFL access rules
The NFL is implementing a new policy that limits the use of online audio and video from team news conferences and interviews to no more than 45 seconds for a 24-hour period. The ONA takes exception to this and Read the full article

• June 24, 2007

ASNE Online Audience Seminar - June 28, Boston
Promote credibility and emotional connection. Plan ahead to have your paper take part in the ASNE Online Audience seminar June 28 at The Boston Globe. Read the full article

• May 23, 2007

Knight News Challenge First-Year Winners Announced
Many ONA members receive funding through Knight generosity. Read the full article

• May 13, 2007

Call for volunteers: Assignment Zero
The Online News Association is pleased to announce it will be working with NewAssignment.net on its innovative crowdsourcing project, Read the full article

• May 3, 2007

ONA Regional Conference, Madison, WI
ONA and WisPolitcs.com invite you to an important day-long event on Thursday May 17 in Madison, Wisconsin focusing on coverage of the presidential campaign and how candidates will approach and integrate digital strategies. Register for this event Read the full article

• April 25, 2007

New York Meet 'n Greet, May 7
Back by popular demand, ONA members are invited to gather for a networking event and informal discussion, led by ONA Board member Jody Brannon, MSN.com, followed by a cash bar reception. Read the full article

• April 18, 2007

Seattle - May 4 (THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT)
Drilling Down: A daylong series of discussions exploring the latest developments in online publishing Read the full article

• March 21, 2007

Going Local: Is it hyper or is it hype? - So. CA ONA event at Yahoo!
Yahoo! News and the Online News Association invite you to the inaugural Southern California News Forum, the first in a series of events addressing the issues most important to the Southern California news community. Read the full article

• January 30, 2007

Writing About the Law - February 16, NYC
Writing About the Law: From Bluebook to Blogs and Beyond" is a day-long symposium happening on Friday, February 16 beginning with breakfast at 8:45 a.m. Read the full article

• January 29, 2007

MOVING IMAGE INSTITUTE IN FILM, April 20-24
New York’s Museum of the Moving Image—the nation’s only museum devoted to film, television, and digital media—announces a five-day institute for culture editors, film critics and feature writers. Read the full article

• November 16, 2006

Deadlines approaching for Knight Fellowships at Stanford University
The John S. Knight Fellowships at Stanford University is accepting applications for its 2007-2008 fellowship program for journalists who have already accomplished a lot and are ambitious to do more. Read the full article

• November 1, 2006

The Roles of Journalists in Online Newsrooms
A new study of the skills and characterisitics important to online newsrooms has been released by Medill School of Journalism and the cooperation of the Online News Association. Read the full article

• October 9, 2006

2006 Onlne Journalism Award winners announced
The Online Journalism Awards – emblematic of the best in online journalism – are administered by the Online News Association and the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School of Communications. They were handed out at the ONA’s annual conference at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, Oct. 7. Read the full article

• September 16, 2006

2006 ONA Conference schedule
Here is the schedule for the 2006 ONA Conference in Washington Oct. 5-7. Please note times, sessions and participants are subject to change. Read the full article

2006 Conference Lineup
The lineup for the 2006 conference boasts more than 80 experts and leading figures in online media. Read more about them. Read the full article

• August 29, 2006

2006 Online Journalism Awards - Finalists
The finalists for the 7th annual Online Journalism Awards (OJAs) were announced today by the Online News Association (ONA) and the USC Annenberg School for Communication Read the full article

• August 24, 2006

2007 Board of Directors Election
ONA is pleased to call for nominations for the 2007 board of directors. Read the full article