• California Journalism Symposium

    Each year, the California Press Foundation brings together seasoned and early-career journalists, educators and newsroom leaders to explore the state of the industry.

    Cal Press also announces its annual awards for exemplary service to former and legendary California news executives and journalism educators during the event.


    The 149th Annual Symposium will be held in person on Dec. 4, 2026, in San Diego, California.

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  • The future of news depends on collaboration and quality journalism education.

    At the 2025 California Journalism Symposium, journalists, students, educators and nonprofit leaders explored AI, journalism education and new models for strengthening local news.

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