OPINION JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
This award recognizes the achievements of two opinion journalists during 2012. Entries may include editorials, columns and/or op-ed pieces. Judging will be based on clarity, strength of writing, creativity and impact on public policy and quality of life. One journalist in each circulation division will be recognized with a $200 check and an engraved award.

TOP OPINION PAGES
This award recognizes the achievements of editorial or opinion staffs during 2012. Entries may include full editorial page or op-ed page layouts, editorials, columns and/or op-ed pieces. Judging will be based on clarity, strength of writing, creativity, and the general impact of the pages. Up to five newspapers (regardless of circulation division) will be recognized with an engraved award.

Registration for the AOJ Opinion Journalism Contest has closed. Winners will be publicly announced at the AOJ Annual Convention in Newport, R.I., October 13-15, 2013.