Join us for KEMPA SJW this summer at Marquette University! Choose from tracked classes that provide students with a variety of learning experiences geared toward individual ability levels and experiences -- all taught by award-winning instructors.Take field trips around Milwaukee, sleep in air-conditioned dorms, and compete in KEMPA Kup team challenges. Register now to have a summer like NEVER BEFORE. SUMMER...
by Linda Barrington, MJE The story leading up to the Supreme Court decision of Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier is not as cut and dry as many textbooks make it. As the host of "Education Matters" on public radio station WGTD, UW-Oshkosh Assistant Professor, Steven Brown, held an exclusive 45 minute interview with Cathy Kuhlmeier Frey to talk about this landmark case. Professor of Law, Daniel...
April 9, 2017 • No Comments
As New Voices campaigns spread across the country, we want our students to be aware of their First Amendment...
February 12, 2017 • No Comments
Take a few minutes to watch this video and learn why we are passionate in Wisconsin about getting New...
Recent First Amendment Stories
- The true story behind Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier November 4, 2016
- Illinois governor signs Speech Rights for Scholastic Journalists Act July 31, 2016
- Illinois speech rights bill on Governor’s desk July 23, 2016
Save the date! Plan to attend in the fall with your new staff. KEMPA members, remember to send in your membership renewal AND publication for a free critique before June 15. Publication awards with...
PREVIEW WHAT: Two-day seminar for journalism advisers. WHO: Logan Aimone, adviser at University High School in Chicago, will be our featured speaker, presenting the four main sessions and one...
Join us for KEMPA SJW this summer at Marquette University! Choose from tracked classes that provide students with a variety of learning experiences geared toward individual ability levels and experiences...
August 7, 2017 • No Comments
If you are looking to inspire your students to tackle serious issues and produce good journalism, read...
July 31, 2016 • No Comments
by Stan Zoller, MJE The five-month journey of Illinois HB5902, the Speech Rights for Scholastic...
July 23, 2016 • No Comments
by Stan Zoller, MJE The five-month journey of Illinois HB5902, the Speech Rights for Scholastic Journalists...