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The Society of Professional Journalists is dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone of our nation and our liberty.

To ensure that the concept of self-government outlined by the U.S. Constitution remains a reality into future centuries, the American people must be well informed in order to make decisions regarding their lives, and their local and national communities.

It is the role of journalists to provide this information in an accurate, comprehensive, timely and understandable manner.

It is the mission of the Society of Professional Journalists:

— To promote this flow of information.
— To maintain constant vigilance in protection of the First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and of the press.
— To stimulate high standards and ethical behavior in the practice of journalism.
— To foster excellence among journalists.
— To inspire successive generations of talented individuals to become dedicated journalists.
— To encourage diversity in journalism.
— To be the pre-eminent, broad-based membership organization for journalists.
— To encourage a climate in which journalism can be practiced freely.

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Board of Directors

For descriptions of SPJ board positions, please consult SPJ's bylaws.

Read the SPJ board policy manual here. [Download PDF]

President

Patricia Gallagher Newberry
Area Director
Journalism Program
Miami University
513-529-5893
Mobile: 513-702-4065
Email

@pattinewberry

President-Elect

Matthew T. Hall
Editorial and Opinion Director
The San Diego Union-Tribune
619-293-1335
Email

@sduncovered

Secretary-Treasurer

Rebecca Aguilar
Freelance Contributor
Guest Lecturer, Richland College
Email

@RebeccaAguilar

Directors At-Large

Lauren Bartlett
Senior Director of Communications
University of Southern California
Email
@LBartlettLA

Mike Reilley
Email
@journtoolbox

Tess Fox
Email
@tesstakesphotos

Yvette Walker
Asst. Dean, Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Email
@ywalker

Erica Carbajal
Email
@ericac_c

Taylor Mirfendereski
Email
@taylormirf

Looking for Regional Coordinators?

Please note: Regional Coordinators no longer serve on SPJ's board of Directors. You can find them over here.

For more information about this change, consult SPJ's bylaws.