Events for September 9, 2026 - September 9, 2026

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Centering Justice in the Climate Change Conversation

Room 308

Wednesday, April 9: 6-7:30 Room 308 How can we bring attention to the people most affected by climate change into our reporting on the climate? Join a conversation with community organizers and journalists who work at the heart of climate-justice solutions. Featuring: Dr. Brandon Dale, New York Ambassador, Hunters of Color Samantha Maldonado, senior reporter, THE CITY Angely Mercado, Freelance journalist and researcher…

Free

Solidarity and Safety in Journalism: A Conversation with Tat Bellamy Walker

April 10, 1-2 p.m, Via Zoom Join Tat Bellamy Walker for a one-hour discussion about how trans journalists and allies can navigate safety, solidarity, and inclusion in today’s media environment. Drawing from their reporting and advocacy experience, Tat will discuss practical strategies for building a diverse, resilient journalism community amid increasing social and political pressures. Tat is the Program Manager,…

Free

Homecoming 2025

Let’s bring those memories back to life at Homecoming 2025, happening next Friday, May 9! Reconnect with fellow alums, and relive the spirit of J-School during a special conversation featuring WIRED’s Katie Drummond as she discussen the intersection of technology, culture, and power—and what it all means for the future of journalism and storytelling. RSVP now—don’t miss out! Let’s make some new memories together.…

Book Talk: Empire of AI

Room 308

SOLD OUT Join us for an exclusive evening with investigative journalist Karen Hao, in conversation with Brandy Zadrozny (NBC News), as Hao unveils her groundbreaking book on OpenAI's transformation from safety-focused nonprofit to industry titan: Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s OpenAI.  

Free

How to Cover Municipal Elections

Virtual via Zoom

As the municipal election season heats up in New York City, learn how to cover political issues and candidates in your communities and engage readers.

Community Archives: Preserving & Protecting AAPI History

Virtual via Zoom

Join us for a special discussion and interactive workshop with Filipino American, Japanese American, and South Asian American community archivists, as we commemorate AAPI Heritage Month.

Protecting Older New Yorkers from the Trump Administration’s Federal Funding Cuts, Thursday, June 5, 6 p.m. 

Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY 219 W. 40th St., New York, United States

Panel discussion followed by light refreshments Federal funding cuts are hitting New York’s most vulnerable older residents hard—and the story is developing rapidly. Since the Trump Administration took office in January, the federal government has drastically cut funding at multiple agencies that support older New Yorkers. Services that deliver food to isolated older people or provide relief from extreme summer…

Free

Doc Pitch & Launch 2025: Public Industry Panel + Final Pitches

Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY 219 W. 40th St., New York, United States

After more than a month of intensive, hands-on training, a select cohort of Doc ’24 graduates and alumni from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism’s Documentary Specialization are ready to share their bold, urgent stories with the world. Join us for the culminating afternoon of Doc Pitch & Launch, open to the public and the press. Industry Panel: The…

Free

From Data to Story: Using AI for Reporting

Virtual via Zoom

This training focuses on the essential skills needed to transform raw data into compelling stories, particularly in the context of election coverage, and how to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance data visualization.

Grow Your Audience: AI for SEO Optimization

Virtual via Zoom

Whether you're a newsroom of one or part of a larger ethnic media collective, learning to leverage AI for SEO can dramatically increase your visibility, grow your audience, and ensure your brand ranks in search. With shrinking newsrooms and rising automation, mastering AI-driven SEO is no longer optional — it's essential for survival and growth.