Excellence in Journalism

Excellence in Journalism

The award is given annually to a reporter or reporters whose work enhances public understanding of civil engineering and/or the importance of infrastructure to society within the San Francisco Section.

Criteria:

1. The award is given on the basis of how well they a) fairly cover all sides of the civil engineering project or issue; b) accurately describe the civil engineering project or issue; c) effectively explain how the project or outcome of the issue benefits the company or region; d) clearly show the civil engineer’s role; e) include the most knowledgeable civil engineering experts; and f) advance public knowledge and understanding of civil engineers, our issues and profession.

2. Only reporters from general (nontrade) publications are eligible.  The publications must be regional or local.

3. News stories must be published a) in English; and b) primarily in North America

4. If a story is co-authored, at least one writer must be a fulltime journalist.

Nomination Information:

1.  Please include article(s)

2.  Describe the nominee’s contributions to the civil engineering profession or the understanding of the importance of infrastructure through journalism

3.  Provide any other information regarding the nominee to be considered for this award