Hello everyone:
The sports calendar is full at this time of year, and I hope you all are doing your best to get through it. Here in Seattle everyone is all about the Mariners and The Big Dumper.
I know your schedules are especially hectic, but it’s also time for members and potential members to renew their APSE membership or join for the first time. The membership deadline is Oct. 15.
By becoming an APSE member you join a community of print and digital sports editors and writers who are committed to the highest standards of journalism while supporting each other through networking, mentorship and career development.
Here are some benefits of membership:
- Paying dues allows an organization to enter the 2025 APSE Contest. Contest chair Perryn Keys will announce the early rules soon, and the deadline to enter the contest will be in January. Judging will take place in person from Feb. 22-26 in Las Vegas, and remotely. You can reach Perryn with any contest questions at pkeys@buffnews.com.
- Invites to virtual workshops, region meetings and our summer conference, which will be held from July 16-18 in Arlington, Va.
- A community of editors and writers who can provide advice/support, share best practices and help you deal with issues large and small. APSE is a great resource for journalists who are early in their career, those who are in career transition and industry veterans.
- A network of journalists for recruitment and potential hire, whether it’s students for an internship, early-career journalists and potential sports editors.
- Access to the APSE directory.
For the financial stability of the organization, it was necessary to raise dues slightly for 2026.
Renew your membership or join for the first time here.
If you have any questions about APSE membership or problems with payment, please email me at apsepresident@gmail.com or executive director Bill Eichenberger at billapse707@gmail.com.
