In April, we began asking members to share their honest and frank experiences of living and working through the pandemic. Their responses are a time capsule for this moment— a collection that will give future science writers insight into our present-day realities.
The National Association of Science Writers is saddened to learn of the passing of David Perlman, longtime science writer and editor for the San Francisco Chronicle.
After a series of thoughtful conversations among the meeting hosts and partners, NASW and CASW decided that it was unwise to continue to plan for a large, in-person gathering, given the unknown and potentially high level of risk for individuals.
Over the past few months, NASW has been creating and curating resources to help journalists and writers live and work through the pandemic.
An update from NASW President Siri Carpenter
An update from NASW Executive Director Tinsley Davis
During the 2020 membership renewal period (December 1, 2019 to February 29, 2020), NASW members were invited to complete an accompanying survey prepared by NASW Membership Committee co-chairs Kasha Patel and Sarah Zielinski. Here, ScienceWriters reports on the questions, a summary of responses, and observations.
A roundup of news from the Summer/Fall 2020 edition of ScienceWriters magazine.
In the era of COVID-19 I wanted to provide members with an update on the status of NASW’s finances. The bottom line is that the organization is currently in stable fiscal shape, despite the state of the national and global economy. We are moving forward very conservatively to ensure continued stable footing so that we have resources in place to support members during the ongoing crisis.
Russ Clemings, NASW cybrarian, addresses a scammer's attempt to dupe NASW members in this column in ScienceWriters magazine
Later this year, NASW members will vote on the 15 NASW board members, who will serve from October 2020- October 2022. Read on to meet the candidates. All regular NASW members will receive a personalized email with instructions and a link to the online voting proxy in late summer.
In each issue of ScienceWriters, we feature one of NASW’s many volunteer-led committees as a refresher on their role and ongoing efforts on behalf of our member community.
The NASW community celebrates the career milestones and continuing adventures of its professional and student members. Each issue, we share a roundup of awards, promotions, new jobs, travels, retirements, and other transitions of science writers in our community.
ScienceWriters conferences may only happen once a year, but NASW members can find community in a regional science writers group all year round. These local professional networks—organized independently of NASW but often led by NASW members—provide exciting opportunities for bonding, learning, and sharing our common love for science writing.
For this column, NASW book editor Lynne Lamberg asks NASW authors to tell how they came up with the idea for their book, developed a proposal, found an agent and publisher, funded and conducted research, and put the book together.
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ScienceWriters magazine is devoted to reporting and commentary on issues in science journalism and communications, and to the special interests of members of the National Association of Science Writers (NASW). Issues are produced twice yearly. Read a sample issue.
Redesigned in 2019, the new ScienceWriters is equal parts newswire, business journal, and alumni magazine, and features vibrant colors, fresh typefaces, and original illustrations. The updated layout includes familiar departments, like member news and regional happenings, alongside new sections that highlight the benefits of NASW membership and trusted tools of our trade.
ScienceWriters is currently edited by Ben Young Landis, assistant executive director of NASW. Previously, Sarah Nightingale edited the publication from 2019 to 2022. Lynne Friedmann served as editor for 18 years prior, and Howard Lewis was editor for 17 years before that. Other previous editors include Barbara Culliton, Mark Bloom, and Jerry Bishop.
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