Nominations open for the 2026 California Journalism Education Awards

If you know a teacher, adviser, administrator or community partner whose work deserves recognition, we encourage you to submit a nomination to this year’s California Journalism Education Awards. Honorees will be recognized at the California Press Foundation’s annual journalism symposium later this year.

This year, we invite nominations for two awards:

California Journalism Educator of the Year

This award recognizes exceptional teaching at the high school, community college and university levels. Nominees should have made an impact beyond their program, their campus, their community and their organization. We invite you to nominate an educator who exemplifies innovation, mentorship and dedication to student success.

Nomination Deadline: May 30, 2026

Nomination form

Champion of Journalism Education

This award is given to individuals who have made a lasting impact on journalism education in their community or across California. This could include teaching, mentoring, financial or logistical support, partnership programs or other forms of advocacy. Nominees should have contributed to opportunities for student journalists or educators. This could include expanding access to internships, workshops, scholarships, collaborations, etc.

Nomination Deadline: May 30, 2026

Nomination form

About the California Journalism Education Awards

Beginning in 2026, the California Journalism Education Awards will be administered through the Journalism Education Collaborative (JOUR•Ed), the California Press Foundation’s statewide collaborative for journalism educators and students. This transition ensures that recognition of teaching excellence is fully integrated into the educator community. Honorees are recognized at the California Press Foundation’s annual journalism symposium.