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About NASH 86
NASH 86 is Canada’s largest student journalism conference. Started by the Canadian University Press (CUP), NASH aims to educate and inspire the future of journalism. For the last 86 years, a CUP member publication has hosted hundreds of student journalists and finds the best speakers, presenters and panelists in their area to create 3 days of learning, growth and development.
The theme this year is ADAPTATION. This theme captures the challenges that the media industry is currently facing with the rapid advancement of technology, changes in information consumption, and the rise of misinformation and fake news. It also represents the need for journalists to stay ahead of these changes, adapt, and pave the way for a new era of journalism. It encourages student journalists to explore new ways of reporting, different mediums of storytelling, and the ever-evolving relationship between media and society.
Every year, the John H. McDonald Awards for Excellence in Student Journalism — better known as the Johnnies or the JHMs — are also presented as a part of NASH. These prestigious awards recognize the very best in student journalism across the country.
About The Nugget
The Nugget is the student publication of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT). They are published and funded by the NAIT Students’ Association (NAITSA), though the Nugget remains an independent source of news with freedom to write about all issues that matter to students.
Started as a platform to give NAIT students a voice, The Nugget has been educating and entertaining students with hyperlocal news for over 50 years. They currently print 3 times a semester with weekly updates on their website, www.thenuggetonline.com.
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About CUP
Canadian University Press (CUP) is a nonprofit cooperative owned by student newspapers at post-secondary schools across Canada. Founded in 1938, CUP is the oldest national student organization in North America.
CUP was originally formed to create a network of Canadian student newspapers to share ideas. Now in its 86th year, CUP continues to focus on connecting student publications across the country.
Each year, CUP also hosts Canada’s largest student journalism conference, NASH, and the John H. MacDonald Excellence in Student Journalism awards, bringing together hundreds of student journalists.
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