Philadelphia Student Press Association

Hannah Bonanducci, former Editor-in-Chief of Eastern University's The Waltonian, poses with her final printed article of the Spring 2026 semester. Photo by Jason Karch. I found my way into journalism accidentally; the school newspaper was the only “creative writing class” my high school had to offer, and as an insufferable 14-year-old who thought she was going to be a fiction writer, I took it on with no clue what I was getting myself into. Over time, though, I began to reali

As a full-time student, my circadian rhythm is not governed by sunlight, which, between November and March, comp resses into an overcast 9-10‑hour window, but, instead, by caffeine intake (measured in milligrams). I emerge from a near-sleepless night in dire need of espresso; my pending chemistry assignment begs for my vitalized & undivided attention. At 8:10 a.m., I step into Greek from Greece on 33rd Street. The door opens into dim lighting, grey and configurated seating

The Philadelphia Student Press Association (PSPA) is proud to announce a $15,000 grant from the Lenfest Institute for Journalism in support of the 2027 PSPA Journalism Summit. This funding will help expand programming, increase access, and elevate opportunities for student journalists across the city. The grant reinforces PSPA’s mission to empower student media and build a stronger future for journalism in Philadelphia.

The Philadelphia Student Press Association announces Claire Herquet as its new Director, beginning May 2026. She succeeds founder Jackson Juzang and brings experience in student journalism, digital communications, and media leadership.