SPA Officially Registered as a Charity
The Student Publication Association has been granted charitable status by the Charity Commission of England and Wales.
New Bursary Launched To Support UK & Ireland Student Journalists
The Student Publication Association (SPA) is delighted to announce a new bursary for students looking to break into journalism, ahead of its national conference this April. The new Diversity Bursary will provide support for at least 10 students to attend the annual event completely free of charge, with all travel, accommodation, and food paid for.
Sheffield selected to host #SPANC20
The Student Publication Association’s annual conference is heading to South Yorkshire next year. The conference, commonly known as SPANC, will be hosted by University of Sheffield student newspaper Forge Press. This is the first time that the conference will be held in Sheffield. Each year, SPANC features a weekend of talks and workshops aimed at
SPA launches 2019 Awards
The UK and Ireland's top awards for student newspapers and magazines are back. With 21 categories, the SPA Awards recognise work at all levels of student publications. This year sees the inclusion of new awards for scientific and human rights journalism, as well as the dedication of our Outstanding Commitment Award to SPA honorary member
Regional Award Winners 2018
Congratulations to the winners of the 2018 SPA Regional Awards! South West Best Publication: Exeposé, Exeter Best Journalist: Megan Davies, Exeposé Best Impact: 'Exeter Career Zone accidentally quote Nazi general in email blast', The Falmouth Anchor Best Development: The Falmouth Anchor, Falmouth and Exeter Best Events Coverage: March for Mental Health, Epigram South East
Regional Conferences 2018 – tickets on sale now!
The 2018 slate of Regional Conferences (SPARCs) across the SPA's regions are set to take place this November. SPARCs bring a variety of speakers and workshops to locations across the UK & Ireland. They also play host to the SPA Regional Awards. Tickets for Regional Conferences cost £6. To find a Conference near you, check
Regional Awards 2018 Launched
The SPA's Regional Awards are back.