UC Berkeley Journalism offers a small-school experience at one of the world's greatest public universities. Nestled in the Bay Area within hailing distance of Silicon Valley, we’re a comfortable commute from San Francisco and a quick drive to nature, from scenic mountains to spectacular ocean vistas.

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Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA)

The AAJA is committed to “advancing diversity in newsrooms, and ensuring fair and accurate coverage of communities of color.” 

Contact:
Koby Park – Chair | koby_park@berkeley.edu 

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SPJ at Berkeley Journalism Chapter

In 2023, we started our first-ever SPJ at Berkeley Chapter. SPJ at Berkeley coordinates with SPJ national, having discussions about ethics in journalism, journalism tools and hosting fun/inspiring events. Both undergrad journalism minors and journalism grad students are welcome to join.

Contact:

Jennifer Ugwa – Co-Chair | jenniferugwa@berkeley.edu 
Anasooya Thorakkattu – Co-Chair | anasooya@berkeley.edu 

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National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ)

Created in 1984 to provide “a national voice and unified vision for all Hispanic journalists,” the NAHJ is “dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry.”

Contacts:

Daniela Sandoval – Co-Chair  dxsandov@berkeley.edu
Haydee Barahona – Co-Chair  haydeebarahona@berkeley.edu
Andres Larios – Social Media Chair  andresamx@berkeley.edu

A yellow and black graphic with text, "The National Association of Black Journalists" at the top, "NABJ" in the center, and "At the University of California Berkeley" at the bottom. The text is surrounded by a black border with stylized microphone and pen icons attached to NABJ. Experience what it's like to be here.

National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) offers innovative training, career advancement opportunities and advocacy initiatives for Black journalists and media professionals worldwide.

Contacts:

Skylla Mumana – Co-Chair  skylla_mumana1@berkeley.edu 
Nava Rawls – Co-Chair  nava_rawls@berkeley.edu 

The NLGJA logo features the letters "nlgja" in black and blue, with the "j" styled in blue and topped with a pen nib. A gray arc partially encircles the letters, curving from bottom right to top left. This design subtly conveys what it's like to be here—embracing journalism's essence.

National Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists (NLGJA)

Working within the news media to advance fair and accurate coverage of LGBTQ communities and issues, the NLGJA provides education, professional development and mentoring. 

Contact:

Chelsea Kurnick  chelsea.kurnick@berkeley.edu | they/she

The logo features the acronym "SAJA" in bold black letters, with "South Asian Journalists Association" written underneath in smaller, capitalized black letters. The top left and bottom right corners have minimalist blue angular lines, capturing a glimpse of what it's like to be here.

South Asian Journalist Association (SAJA)

The South Asian Journalists Association (SAJA) is a non-profit organization that provides a networking and resource forum for journalists of South Asian origin and journalists interested in South Asia or the South Asian Diaspora.

Contact:
Fuwad Ahamad – Chair | ahamad_fuwad@berkeley.edu

Disabled Journalists Association (DJA)

DJA aims to support disabled and chronically ill students, as well as advocate for better representation in media.

Contact:
NeEddra James – Chair | needdrajames@berkeley.edu

Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association AMEJA / DJMEJA

Christian Baba – Chair | christianbaba@berkeley.edu

International Journalists Association (IJA)

Contact
Ava Hu – Chair | ava_hu@berkeley.edu 

Women in Media (WIM)

Founded by students wishing to engage in discussions about their experiences, insights and aspirations, WIM also hosts events such as “Safety in the Field: and "Sexism on the Set” and self-defense classes in conjunction with the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) system.

Contact:

Sara Martin – Co-Chair (Primary) sara.martin@berkeley.edu
Daniela Sandoval – Co-Chair  dxsandov@berkeley.edu

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Cross Campus Experiences

Students can pursue degrees that combine J-School coursework with programs at other schools, including the School of Public Health.

Human Rights Center

The Human Rights Center at the UC Berkeley School of Law conducts research on war crimes and other serious violations of international humanitarian law and human rights. The Center trains students and advocates how to research, investigate, and document human rights violations and turn this information into effective action, guided by the need to listen to and support survivors, test innovative ideas, draw from multiple disciplines, use rigorous methods and collaborate.

School of Public Health

Students can combine interests in public health, journalism, communications and media with a three-year MPH/MJ program, designed to give journalists the training and knowledge needed to cover public health and medical issues. You can choose from four public health concentrations available: environmental health, infectious diseases, epidemiology/biostatistics, and health and social behavior.