2010 RNA Awards for Religion Reporting Excellence
The Religion Newswriters Association annual contests showcase religion reporting excellence in the news media, with nearly $6,000 awarded in prizes. The entry deadline is Feb. 1.
Eligibility
It is the intent of the Religion Newswriters Association annual contests to recognize journalism excellence in general circulation newspapers, news magazines, news wire services, radio and television. The contests are designed to measure a journalist’s grasp on a diversity of religion issues. Religious media, including media whose goal is to support or promote a particular religion, faith community or religious group, are not eligible to participate in RNA contests.
In addition:
- All journalists who work for general circulation/audience media outlets are eligible to enter.
- RNA membership is NOT required for entry.
- RNA’s president and vice presidents are not eligible to enter individual contests.
- See individual contest pages for further eligibility rules
Entry Form
NEW FOR 2010: Enter all award categories using our online form. We do not accept entries via mail, fax or e-mail.
Contest Categories
Reporting Excellence—Print
- Cassels Award honoring small newspapers (1st—$1,000)
- Cornell Award honoring mid-sized newspapers (1st—$1,000)
- Religion Reporter of the Year Award (1st—$1,000)
Writing Excellence—Print
- Supple Award for Religion Writer of the Year (1st—$1,000)
Online Religion Coverage
- Schachern Award NEW! honoring multimedia coverage of religion, online religion pages (1st—Citation)
Broadcast Excellence
- Radio Award for Religion Reporting (1st—Citation)
- Television Award for Religion Reporting (1st—Citation)
College Students—Print
- Chandler Award for Student Religion Reporter of the Year (1st—$600)
Lifetime Achievement
Direct all questions to Debra Mason, 573-823-2929.
