Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6:00 PM

The Puffin Foundation
227 5th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

It’s a fraught time for media. Close to forty percent of newspapers have disappeared in the past twenty years, and there’s been tremendous consolidation among the ones that remained, as well as steep declines in employment within the media industry. In this context, student journalism has become more important than ever. In some places, student-run media have become life-lines for local communities.  Join us in Brooklyn for a conversation about the future of independent media, why it’s in better shape than you think, and how you can help. There will be ample time for audience questions. 

Featuring StudentNation writers Ilana Cohen, Aina Marzia, and Lara-Nour Walton. Moderated by Nation editor and publisher Katrina vanden Heuvel. 

Sponsored by The Puffin Foundation and StudentNation. 

Free of charge but registration is required. Seating is extremely limited.