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Upcoming

​Events

See our 2026 event lineup

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Founded in 1902, the Youngstown Press Club promotes journalism and related professions in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys.

Scholastic Journalism Awards 2026

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The Youngstown Press Club Scholastic Journalism Awards

Supporting and recognizing high school journalists

The Scholastic Journalism Awards celebrate the talent, curiosity and courage of student journalists across the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. This annual competition recognizes outstanding work in writing, photography, design and broadcast journalism produced by high school students.

By spotlighting strong reporting and ethical journalism, the awards encourage young journalists to develop their voices and sharpen the skills that will serve them in college, careers and civic life.

More than a contest, the Scholastic Journalism Awards are an investment in the future of a free and informed press. Students receive professional feedback, public recognition and cash awards, while educators gain a meaningful way to motivate and showcase their students’ work.

Presented by the Youngstown Press Club and supported by Youngstown State University and sponsors, the program reflects a longstanding commitment to mentoring the next generation of journalists and reinforcing the importance of press freedom, accuracy and accountability in our communities.

Teachers and students --

• Contest deadline is March 18, 2026
• Categories, instructions and entry forms are HERE
• Questions and more information: [email protected]​

CLICK HERE FOR MORE

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​Recent Events

YPC Members' Holiday Party

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025
YPC Holiday Party
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See photos from this event here.

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Stewart Media Archives

Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
Stewart Media Archives Tour and Talk

See photos from this event here.

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Hall of Fame and Awards Dinner

Wednesday, Sept. 24. 2025
5th Annual Hall of Fame and Awards Dinner

See photos from this event here.

​Watch the program on YouTube here.

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Members' Mixer

Friday, August. 8, 2025
YPC Members' Mixer

See photos from this event here.

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FOIA Panel Discussion

Thursday, June 12, 2025
"FOIA: What You Need to Know About the Freedom of Information Act"

See photos from this event here.

Watch on YouTube here.

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Speaker Paul Furiga

Thursday, May 15, 2025
"Unleashing Your Most Potent Communication Asset: Your Capital S Story"
with Paul Furiga
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See photos from this event here.

Watch on YouTube here.

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World Press Freedom Day 

Saturday, May 3, 2025
World Press Freedom Day Reading of the Names
The Youngstown Press Club's 5th annual remembrance of World Press Freedom Day.
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See photos from this event here.

​Watch on YouTube here.

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Annual Dinner with Keynote Speaker Caroline Collins

Monday, April 21, 2025
"Local Voices, Global Reach: The Digital Transformation of News"
The Youngstown Press Club's annual meeting with keynote speaker Caroline Collins
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See photos from this event here.

​Watch on YouTube here.

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A Conversation with the Buckeye Review

Tuesday, March 11,  2025
"Reimagining the Buckeye Review: Vision for the Future"
A Conversation with Dontaira Terrell and Zakkiyyah Terrell White
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See photos from this event here.

Watch on YouTube here.

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Student Press Freedom Day 2025

Friday, Feb. 28 2025

Students from The Jambar and Jambar TV presented a program celebrating student press freedom.
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See photos from this event here.

​Watch on YouTube here.

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Youngstown Press Club
1 University Plaza
Department of Communication
Youngstown, OH 44555

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 2531
​Youngstown, OH 44507