79th EWA National Seminar

2026 EWA National Seminar in Baltimore

The 79th EWA National Seminar will follow seismic changes to education at the federal level, including huge staffing cuts in the U.S. Department of Education, the loss of federal funding for research at universities and an overhaul of the student loan system. 

Meanwhile, schools, educators and students face ongoing challenges – from inequitable resources to declining enrollment – while navigating emerging trends, such as significant growth among workforce development programs and the use of artificial intelligence. 

The Education Writers Association will use this unprecedented moment to help members understand how stakeholders are affected amid major shifts in federal oversight and funding while also providing training and offering solutions on how to best cover persistent education issues. Sessions focusing on journalism skills – from best FOIA request practices to effectively using archival material in coverage – will also be a key part of the conference. 

The 2026 National Seminar will take place June 2-5 in Baltimore, Maryland. Leading policymakers, experts and others will share their perspectives with journalist, community, and student members on the most pressing education issues in the nation today. Gather at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, a downtown hotel near Oriole Park at Camden Yards and a commuter rail line. It’s also a 14-minute walk to waterfront views at Inner Harbor. 

Scholarships will be awarded to qualified journalists and students. All members will get vital training and networking opportunities. Save the date for the 2026 event! Registration and scholarship applications will open soon.

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