Official account of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 🏆 Updates on Sports, Daytime, News & Docs, Tech, and Children’s & Family Emmys. #NATAS The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Awards for News & Documentary, Sports, and Daytime programming, as well as achievements in television Technology & Engineering. The Academy is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Award. Regional Emmy® Awards are given in nineteen regions across the United States. National Awards are given for Daytime Entertainment, News & Documentary, Community Service, Sports and Technology & Engineering. NATAS and its Foundation have extensive educational programs, including Regional & National Student Awards for Excellence for outstanding journalistic work by students, as well as scholarships, publications, and major activities for both industry professionals and the viewing public.