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Situation in the Baltic States
Members of the foreign legislatures of several Eastern European states answered questions from reporters on the current situation in the Baltic states in the National Press Club. The diplomats were in the United States to attend a trade and economics seminar sponsored by the Geonomics Institute. Earlier in the day, they had discussed the current situation in the Baltic states with President Bush in the White House. Mr. Godmanis said their discussion with the president proved to their satisfaction that the United States supported the democratic independence movements in the Baltic states. Mr.…
Type: Media
Book Rap applications now open to self-pubished books on a trial basis
The National Press Club Book & Author Committee is testing whether self-published books can draw an audience for its Book Raps, which are fund raisers for the Club's Journalism Institute. Recently, the Wire ran an article encouraging Club members to apply to present a Book Rap. It said that the Committee only considers books produced by publishers, not self-published books. Due to member protests,the committee will consider self-published books on a trial basis for the next several months. If you want to propose yours, contact Joe Motheral at [email protected] or Heather Forsgren-Weaver at…
Type: News
Join a watch party for the third presidential debate Wednesday, Oct. 19
The National Press Club will host a watch party for the third debate between Democratic Clinton and Republican Trump on Wednesday, Oct. 19 starting at 8:30 p.m. in the Truman Lounge. Club Members and guests are invited to watch this debate on the wide plasma screen. There will be special food and beverages available for this occasion. You can make an evening of it by making a dinner reservation at the Reliable Source before the event – 202-662-7443 or e-mail [email protected].
Type: News
General membership meeting at convenes noon, Friday, Oct. 14
The National Press Club’s next general membership meeting will be held in the 4th Estate Room at noon on Oct. 14. Members will have the opportunity to hear from the club’s top leadership about the all of the exciting progress being made here at the world’s leading professional organization for journalists. And there’s a free lunch. See you there! Here is the meeting agenda:1. Meeting called to order (President Thomas Burr)2. Approval of the May General Membership Meeting Minutes (Morton)3. Membership Report (Molly McCluskey)4. Treasurer's Report (Andrea Edney)5. President’s Report (Burr)6.…
Type: News
Remember Oktoberfest this Friday, Oct. 14
Celebrate Oktoberfest with a special menu this Friday night, Oct.14. The Oktoberfest buffet will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the band beginning at 6:30 p.m. The buffet is $24 per member and $28 for guests. Taco Night will skip this Friday and return next Friday. On each table: Soft Pretzels and Horseradish Mustard Soup: Oxtail Soup Hot Entrees: Bratwurst and Knockwurst cooked in Sauerkraut; potato rolls on side Chicken wiener schnitzel Sauerbraten Vegetables/Starch: German Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage with apples Kartoffelpuffer, Potato Pancakes Spaetzle with Butter and Parsley Salads: Potato…
Type: News
Update-1 Podcast Covers the Future of Journalism Education
In a Update-1 podcast, National Press Club member Scott Maucione talks with University of Maryland journalism professor Sean Mussenden about the modern media landscape. They discuss how journalism education keeps pace with a rapidly changing industry. The pair address the importance of having a professional and responsible social media presence,including how to present content and engage with the audience. Mussenden also explains how he has to learn new technology, new methods of storytelling and new social platforms so that what he teaches remains relevant. He also explains why students will…
Type: News
Connie Lawn featured in Post article
Connie Lawn was featured in a The Washinngton Post article Sept. 30 on her experience as a young female reporter in Washington in the 1960s.
Type: News
WTO head calls trade 'pro-growth, anti-poverty' tool
The top official for the World Trade Organization argued at a National Press Club Luncheon Oct. 7 for freer trade but acknowledged that achieving it was having "a hard time." "I'm here to make the case for trade," Roberto Azevedo, WTO secretary-general, said in prepared remarks. And during the questioning period, "This discussion needs to be clarified. It's easy to blame trade" for such things as job loss, he said. But the Trans Pacific Partnership agreement, favored by President Obama but opposed by both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, drew few comments from Azevdo. When Club President…
Type: News
Education Secretary John B. King explores preparing children for citizenship, Oct. 19 luncheon
As Americans prepare to elect officials at all levels of government, Education Secretary John B. King will speak about the importance of civic engagement as a cornerstone of democracy and the role of schools at an Oct. 19 National Press Club luncheon. He will address the role schools play in preparing children to become adults who are active citizens. King served as deputy secretary before being confirmed as secretary earlier this year. As secretary, and in former roles as education commissioner for New York state, president of the University of the State of New York, managing director of…
Type: News
Actor/historian David Shuey brings 'General Pershing' to Post 20 meeting
Actor/historian David Shuey (aka Gen. John J. Pershing) regaled NPC members with tales of the World War I leader's exploits at a luncheon meeting of American Legion Post 20 Oct. 5. Sporting a uniform much like the one worn by the commander of the American Expeditionary Force in France, Shuey assumed the identity of Pershing and answered questions based on his extensive knowledge of the one-time General of the Armies. Pershing, who was an associate member of the NPC, was instrumental in the founding of Post 20 in 1919. Shuey noted that Pershing was well aware of the power of the press and the…
Type: News