1995 Batten Awards and Symposium


Journalism: From Citizens Up

The Inaugural Award
Civic journalism pioneer James K. Batten is honored posthumously with the first award for excellence in civic journalism. The award, established by The Pew Charitable Trusts in 1995, will go toward establishing the Batten medal to honor the Knight-Ridder journalist whose work best exemplifies Batten’s values.

Symposium Panel Presentation
Highlights
Speakers at the first Batten symposium include: David Broder, E.J. Dionne, Jennie Buckner, and Cole Campbell.

Press Release
July 14, 1995
Civic Journalism award Created to Honor Former Knight-Ridder Chairman James K. Batten.