The Wisconsin Newspaper Association is accepting nominations for the 2022 Wisconsin Newspaper Hall of Fame class through Monday, Aug. 15.
Nominations are open to anyone — living or deceased — who has contributed above and beyond the call of duty to the Wisconsin newspaper industry. This includes publishers, editors, reporters, photographers or any other newspaper personnel who’ve made significant contributions to the industry. It is expected that the individual should have dedicated at least 15 years to newspapering. However, length of service is not a major determinant.
Hall of Fame inductions may be extended to someone outside of the working industry, such as an educator, jurist, attorney or legislator. The primary criterion is exceptional service on behalf of Wisconsin newspapers. Other criteria may be established or considered by the Hall of Fame selection committee or the WNA Foundation Board as deemed appropriate or necessary.
Nominations should include:
- A nomination letter.
- Two additional letters of support.
- Basic resume of the nominee’s service to the newspaper and the community.
- (Optional) Other materials that support the nominee’s application.
Nomination materials should be sent via email to WNA Membership & Communications Director Julia Hunter by Monday, Aug. 15.
Inductees will be honored during a banquet on Thursday, Nov. 10, at The Madison Club.
