Events

Once a year, AHCJ offers an in-person training for journalists at the CDC campus in Atlanta. Fellows learn about the latest CDC research and data, meet new sources at the agency, learn how to tap CDC resources for their reporting, and network with colleagues. As of February 2024, timing for the 2024 fellowship had not …

"Join us for an immersive workshop series that explores the transformative potential of ChatGPT in enhancing communication strategies and content creation. Whether you’re a science communicator, marketer, content creator, or social media enthusiast, this workshop is designed to equip you with the skills to leverage ChatGPT for creating captivating narratives for videos, engaging social media …

This center, based at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, offers a variety of trainings and resources for journalists. It hosts fellowship programs, provides reporting grants, hosts webinars, and sends a regular newsletter about health reporting. Some resources are geared towards health reporters in California, but many apply to those across the U.S.

The Oak Spring Garden Foundation "is dedicated to inspiring and facilitating scholarship and public dialogue on the history and future of plants, including the culture of gardens and landscapes and the importance of plants for human well-being." Oak Spring offers four fellowships: the Stacy Lloyd III Fellowship for Bibliographic Study for work in some area …

"Media coverage of SARS-CoV-2’s origins serves as a fascinating case study that has relevance for other scientific controversies. At the ScienceWriters2022 conference in Memphis, Tenn. in October 2022, CASW convened a panel to discuss how journalists have addressed the special challenges of this highly politicized story. Participants included three journalists who have covered the origin …

This free, one-hour “crash course” — designed specifically for local and general assignment reporters — teaches basic principles about how science works and ways it can be used to strengthen virtually any news story. Former longtime Washington Post science reporter Rick Weiss and Ph.D. neuroscientist Tori Espensen cover do’s, don’ts, and pitfalls to watch for …

Masters degree in science communication: "The University of Edinburgh supports a vibrant culture of science communication and public engagement and has considerable expertise across a range of science communication and public engagement practice; from dissemination of knowledge to dialogue and policy." This program does not specialize in marketing, advertising, or corporate communication.

This master's program in science communication started in September 2022. "Developed to prepare students for the growing number of science communication jobs - from journalism and broadcasting, to public relations, public engagement, and online campaigning – our MSc Science Communication focuses on state-of-the-art professional communication, journalism, and engagement expertise from around the world, combined with …

"ATXSciComm is a diverse, inclusive group of science communicators — including writers, artists, designers, producers, scientists, teachers, editors, creators, students, and more — based in Central Texas."

"Capital Science Communicators is an association of science writers and communicators serving California’s Capital Region — Sacramento, Davis, and beyond. "As a social and professional network, CapSciComm seeks to connect professionals and students in journalism, public relations, creative, policy, public science, and research. We hope to encourage the exchange of ideas and opportunities across all …