Professional Affiliations

Connecting with professional media organizations can be a transformative step for students involved in student media outlets. These affiliations offer more than just networking opportunities. They provide access to industry insights, training, and communities that support growth beyond the university setting. By exploring these resources, students can deepen their understanding of media trends, gain exposure to diverse perspectives, and begin building a professional identity rooted in excellence and curiosity.

“Collaboration has emerged as an important strategy, allowing journalists to work together to report on important issues facing their communities, while also benefiting from knowledge-sharing, pooled resources, mentorship, and enhanced reach.”

- Dr. Joy Jenkins (Case Studies in Collaborative Local Journalism, Reuters Institute.)

Engagement with professional organizations also reinforces a commitment to lifelong learning and ethical practice. Many offer workshops, conferences, and mentorship programs that help students refine their craft and stay informed about evolving standards in journalism, broadcasting, and digital media. These connections can serve as a bridge between student-led initiatives and the broader media landscape, encouraging students to think critically, collaborate meaningfully, and pursue their goals with purpose and confidence. In addition to those posted below there are also other career specific associations we can provide information about.

• Association of Collegiate Press
• College Media Association
• Intercollegiate Broadcasting System
• National Association of Black Journalists
• National Association of Hispanic Journalists
• National Federation of Community Broadcasters

• New York State Broadcast Association
• New York Woman in Communications 
• Press Club of Long Island
• Society of Professional Journalists
• The Broadcast Education Association

For any additional questions or accessibility needs, please contact the Assistant Director for Student Media Services at isobel.breheny-schafer@stonybrook.edu.