The National Court Reporters Foundation (NCRF) is expanding its commitment to the next generation of stenographic court reporters and captioners with two new scholarship opportunities…
The best tips come from experience. NCRA President Cathy Penniston, M.A., RPR, CRI, has collected more than 150 steno writing tips to share with student…
Pursuing a successful career in court reporting and captioning takes dedicated effort, and the National Court Reporters Foundation (NCRF) is here to help fund that…
Court reporting goes far beyond building speed. Gain the knowledge, skills, and real-world insights you need to launch your court reporting career with confidence by…
By Cynthia Ducar Court reporting students kicked off the school year with motivation, practical advice, and wellness strategies during “Students Starting Strong: A Conversation with…
She’s a percussionist, a substitute teacher, a new mother, and now a future court reporter. Cara Pedone, a student at Macomb Community College in Clinton…
By Deborah L. DuBuc I have been reflecting a lot recently as I approach a new chapter in my life’s journey. I will leave Iowa…
Service can take many forms. Some might take the time to mentor. Others might volunteer time at charitable organizations or share their talents without expecting…
No court reporter should have to navigate the emotional demands of the profession alone. From challenging cases and depositions to the everyday pressures of the…
This Veterans Day, honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans by volunteering to transcribe an oral history through the Library of Congress Veterans…
Jamie Winters, a legal secretary and reluctant sleuth, is at it again in Haunted Homicide, the most recent in a series of mystery novels authored by…
In an interview posted Nov. 4 by citybiz.com, the CEO of U.S. Legal Support, Jimmie Bridwell, said that with the rise of technology, the court…
Two months remain in 2026, which leaves plenty of time to keep earning NCRA Engage Passport stamps. This November, we’re highlighting three areas: getting involved,…
Welcome to November! The holiday season is now upon us, but before we all get busy with the celebrations, NCRA President Cathy Penniston, M.A., RPR,…
Globe Newswire published a press release issued Oct. 29 by NCRA acknowledging the industry leaders that joined together to support a free domestic violence webinar…
The National Court Reporters Association is seeking clarification and administrative review of federal court recording policy, emphasizing the need to protect confidential information, preserve transcript…
By Lisa Dennison Excitement was in the air last month as our Vendor Virtual Open House connected prospective students to industry partners. Showing prospective students…
Renewal season is in full swing, and members who renew in the month of November are eligible to win a $100 Amazon gift card if…
Students and aspiring advocates have several opportunities to secure funding and professional development support through the National Court Reporters Foundation’s (NCRF) scholarships, but application deadlines…















