American News Women's Club

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The American News Women's Club,
one of the nation's premiere press
clubs, promotes professional pursuits;
provides a place for members to find
helpful assistance and encouragement
in their professional development and
community endeavors and awards grants
to outstanding
journalism students and media
professionals.

Members in ANWC include professionals
in journalism, public relations, new media,
and publishing

ANWC Application Available
Members Application Form

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ANWC APPLICATION
FORM AS A PDF

Applicants should complete the form and
email it to the club at
anwclub@comcast.net or the street address.

The American News Women's Club
1607 22nd Street, NW
Washington, DC
20008

Cranford House

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The setting for intimate weddings and receptions. An elegant 1906 four-story townhouse with two floors for gracious entertaining. Our charm and ambiance create the perfect backdrop for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries and birthday parties.

The house is located just off Massachusetts Avenue amidst Embassy Row. The interior is lavishly designed with period antiques and built-in bookshelves. Walking through the house, you experience a taste of richness and warmth.

From the classic exterior to the magnificent inside, this house is truly a work of art.

Cranford House also hosts business meetings, corporate receptions, civic events & non-profit workshops.
For more information contact our Club Manager at
(202) 332-6770
or via Email: anwclub@comcast.net

ANWC Historical Manuscripts
now Available at
University of Maryland Libraries

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Latest Shoptalks

June 2009

September 2008

July 2008

Special Jeanne Viner Bell Tribute Issue

June 2008

May 2008

March 2008

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SAVE THE DATE!

NEW DATE:
Thursday, July 29, 2009
at 6:30 p.m.

Newsmaker event with *D.C. Police Chief Cathy Lanier

Meet the District's Police Chief and find out how she handles one of the city's most challenging jobs.

Chief Lanier is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and she holds Bachelor's and Master’s Degrees in Management from Johns Hopkins University, and a Master's Degree in National Security Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California.

Details coming soon.

Event Success!

Katie Couric Roasted & Toasted

As Helen Thomas Bestows Award For Excellence in Journalism Four Scholarships Awarded

The American News Women’s Club honored CBS Evening News Anchor and Managing Editor *Katie Couric* with the “Helen Thomas Award for Excellence in Journalism or Outstanding Public Service” at a gala Washington dinner. Recognized for her pioneering work, *Helen Thomas* presented the award to Katie, who saluted the long-time White House correspondent.

Katie and Helen jointly presented scholarships to recipients of the *2009 ANWC Scholarship Awards* given to local area women studying journalism or communications.
See details on the scholarship recipients here

Luminaries (aka friends of of Katie) who roasted and toasted the
CBS anchor are:

ABC-TV newsman Sam Donaldson, master of ceremonies; and a spectacular lineup of “roasters and toasters” that included, in order,
CBS Evening News Executive Producer Rick Kaplan;
White House Senior Advisor David Axelrod;
Republican strategist Nicolle Wallace;
CBS Senior Political Analyst Jeff Greenfield;
CBS National Security Correspondent David Martin
and former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee.

The dinner was held May 20 at the Fairmont Hotel at 24th & M Streets, NW. The evening began at 6:30 p.m.
with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner at 7:30.

Proceeds from the event support the club's education programs and journalism scholarships for women.

Watch this site for more details and a photo album of the exciting event!

Read all the Rave Reviews!

Washington Post
Couric's Roast: Well Done, Yet Juicy

Washingtonian.com
A Night Out: Roasting Katie Couric

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White House Visit and Special Tour

More than 80 members of ANWC responded to First Lady Laura Bush’s invitation to

tour the White House and met with her on Tuesday, October 21st.

In keeping with the tradition that began with Eleanor Roosevelt in the club’s first year, ANWC presented

Mrs. Bush with a certificate making her an honorary member. She graciously accepted and welcomed us in the State Dining Room, where a photo was taken.

Watch this website for a photo album of the club’s visit.

This members-only event at the White House is one of many benefits enjoyed by ANWC members.

Not a member yet?
Find information and an application form here

Pam Ginsbach
ANWC President

Special Tribute Shoptalk Issue
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ANWC's Tribute to
Jeanne Viner Bell,
ANWC President 1988-1990

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One of the nation's oldest press clubs, The American News Women's Club is a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering educational and professional development programs in support of women in the journalism and communications professions. The annual ANWC "Helen Thomas Award" benefit gala awards annual scholarships to journalism schools. In 2003, the organization was named an historic site in journalism by the National Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).