While there are tons of networking opportunities and official parties and receptions throughout the conference, the ONA community is also organizing its own gatherings during the week. Here are some of the meetups coordinated by other attendees to help you find your neighbors and people who share your interests and hobbies. Geographic meetups Several of […]
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Packing for three+ days in Austin
Wondering what to bring for ONA18? We’ve got you covered. I’m one of those people who never checks a bag when flying, so I’ve been planning my packing strategy for weeks. Here are the can’t-miss items you should make sure are in your suitcase. Your networking pro kit Make sure you have tons of business […]
5 things I’m looking forward to at ONA18
What a year! Last October I volunteered at this conference I’ve never been to before and had the time of my life. A few months later, I was selected to be a screener for the Online Journalism Awards. Today, I am a full-time ONA staffer, currently working on packing our supplies for this year’s conference […]
Parties, special events and networking at ONA18
Networking on the stage where music legends perform. Conversations with journalism greats. Breakfast tacos, lunch conversations and mocktails. Bats and beer. Find it all in this year’s official (and unofficial) party, events and networking round-up. Most official ONA18 events are free and open to registered attendees. You’ll need a full conference pass for the majority of those […]
Irving Washington’s strategy for introverts at ONA18
(Note: Irving Washington originally wrote this post in 2015, but it remains extremely applicable today. We’ve refreshed it from our archives to make sure ONA18 attendees get this great advice.) ONA’s annual conference has landed in Austin. What began as just a few hundred attendees to now over 2,000 people, the conference is one of […]
Where to eat downtown during ONA18
I won’t pretend I know all of the best places in Austin — I have, however, eaten dozens of meals in the city during the last few years while ONA participated in SxSW and prepared for ONA18. Here are several recommendations for meals within walking distance of the JW, and a few more that require […]
Find a job and other career opportunities at ONA18
From digital upstarts to legacy media, ONA’s annual conference brings together organizations from all over the digital news industry — which makes it the perfect place to find a new job, learn about a fellowship, consider graduate school or get career advice. Mariya Lewter, Social Media Producer at NBC Boston and NECN, recently shared with […]
Where to explore live music in Austin during ONA18
There are many ways to explore the music scene while you’re in town for ONA18 — Austin’s “live music capital of the world” nickname is well-earned. When conference sessions wind down each day, grab a few of your journalism friends and tune in to what the city has to offer. Here’s a selection of live […]
Nursing, pumping and family resources at ONA18 and in Austin
ONA has reserved a private suite, Hospitality Suite 555, on the fifth floor of the JW Marriott as a secure and quiet space to breastfeed or pump during ONA18. The space will be equipped with comfortable seating, a bathroom and sink, purified water and a small refrigerator to store expressed milk or bottles — as well […]
Guide to getting outside during ONA18
You don’t have to walk far in Austin for an outdoor adventure. Whether you’re into hiking, swimming, paddling or just watching nature do her thing, the city is known for its outdoorsy attitude. I’m the fitness and adventure reporter at the Austin American-Stateman, and I swim, bike, run and keep up with all the cool […]