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How to Cite a Press Release in ACM (current)

Learn how to cite a press release or news release in ACM format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

ACM Reference List Format

Here is the standard ACM format for citing a press release in your reference list:

ACM Example for a Press Release

A complete ACM reference for a press release, formatted by the official ACM CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

[1] State University Library. 2024. Library announces open-access publishing fund. State University. Retrieved from https://www.example.org/news/oa-fund

Matching in-text citation: [1]

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your press release.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the ACM (current) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match ACM requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model.

CSL style record: acm.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a press release in ACM?
To cite a press release in ACM (current), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the ACM format for a press release citation?
The ACM format for a press release is: [1] State University Library. 2024. Library announces open-access publishing fund. State University. Retrieved from https://www.example.org/news/oa-fund
What does the in-text citation look like for a press release in ACM?
In ACM, the in-text citation for the example above is [1]

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