Professional Memberships
The Hornet Tribune is a member either institutionally or through individual memberships of the
Alabama Press Association
The Alabama Press Association (APA) is the state trade association of daily and weekly newspapers in Alabama. Its active membership includes 105 newspapers. In addition, its membership includes associate members, which represent newspaper vendors, colleges and universities and other organizations allied to the newspaper industry.
Associated Collegiate Press
The Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) advances journalism and media as a vital cultural force by connecting advisers, students and professionals through national events and competitions and by creating and curating content that (1) enhances professional development, (2) defines global standards and ethical practices, (3) inspires journalism and media students and the public, (4) establishes criteria for journalism education that meet the needs of the profession, (5) makes powerful tools and resources available and accessible, and (6) celebrates and enhances the value of journalism.
College Media Association
The College Media Association (CMA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering college media programs and the advisers who guide them — from newspapers and magazines to radio, television, and digital platforms. CMA offers professional development, a vibrant network of peers, access to exclusive resources, and opportunities to advocate for student media on your campus and beyond. Whether you advise a newspaper, feature magazine, literary arts magazine, yearbook, radio station, film unit or digital outlet, CMA is here to support your success.
Columbia Scholastic Press Association
The Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) was founded in 1925 for the purpose of bringing together student journalists and their faculty advisers from different schools around the country to exchange ideas, support each other, and to engage in shared learning. CSPA provides guidance on journalism standards; it unites students through programs and events, providing opportunities to connect; it conducts an awards program to recognize and distinguish exemplary work; and most importantly, supports and trains the next generation of journalists for the important work of maintaining a free press.
National Association of Black Journalists
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides innovative, quality programs and services to its members. The organization advocates on behalf of Black journalists and media professionals in the U.S. and worldwide. NABJ’s membership is more than 4,300 strong and includes emerging journalists, professional journalists, student journalists, journalism educators and media professionals of all kinds.
Society of Collegiate Journalists
The Society for Collegiate Journalists (SCJ) is an American honor society for student journalists. It was created in 1975 through the merger of Pi Delta Epsilon and Alpha Phi Gamma. The Society for Collegiate Journalists is the nation’s oldest honor society for student media leaders. Journalism is a foundation of democracy, and to ensure its future, SCJ focuses on professional development at the collegiate level. SCJ advances ethical, accurate, and innovative collegiate journalism nationally and creates a strong network of advocates for First Amendment education.
Southeast Journalism Conference
The Southeast Journalism Conference is a vibrant learning community of collegiate journalists in a variety of media disciplines honing their craft through professional development and the Best of the South Collegiate Journalism Competition. SEJC is a primarily academic organization composed of member colleges and universities in all states across the Southeast, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. SEJC was created to encourage greater interest in student journalism and to form closer ties among journalism schools in the Southeast United States.
