The Leroy F. Aarons Journalism Education Program

About the Leroy F. Aarons Journalism Education Program

As a tribute to NLGJA's founder, NLGJA gathered all of its education programming under a single broad umbrella. Your gateway to the most comprehensive collection of academic resources on sexual orientation issues in the news media, the Leroy F. Aarons Journalism Education Program provides resources for educators and opportunities for students.

Educators Toolbox

Are your students ready to move from the classroom to the newsroom? Whether reporting on same-sex marriage or investigating the science behind "gay genes," journalists on every beat need to be prepared to cover the LGBT community fairly and accurately. Designed to be your comprehensive resource library, NLGJA's Educators Toolbox features sample course syllabi, case studies and access to guest speakers.

Student Opportunities

NLGJA recognizes that providing educational resources and practical experiences to your journalism students is critical to ensuring a healthy future for the profession. Click here to visit our special student site to learn more about how we can help your students get a running start in their career.