WALK the TALK Communications, LLC
Newsletters
My portfolio includes content for both online and print newsletters in a variety of styles for varied clientele.
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APAC News
Online newsletter for Academic Professionals at University of Illinois
Hired to create content for the newsletter focused on keeping UIC Academic Professionals informed and involved.
Nov. 9, 2015: APAC Profile: Tracy Sikorski
Sept. 25, 2015: APAC Profile: Kathleen Stauffer
March 31, 2015: Moss Leaving Leadership
March 24, 2014: Chancellor's Committee on Status of LGBTQPA
Feb. 25, 2014: Chancellor's Committee on Status of Asian Americans
Jan. 16, 2014: APAC Profile: Uma Sriram
June 27, 2013: Flexible Spending Accounts Undergo Changes
May 21, 2013: Employees’ Monthly Insurance Payments to Rise
May 21, 2013: Dental, Vision Plans Also Affected
April 24, 2013: Open Enrollment May Provide Alternatives to Long Wait for Insurance Payments
October 15, 2012: New Education Modules Aim to Reduce Myths about Civil Service
June 28, 2012: July Retirements Mean Open Positions for Supervisors and Interested Current Employees
June 28, 2012: Access and Equity Addresses Hiring Process
April 25, 2012: UIC HR Prepares for Retirees’ Institutional Impact
July 1, 2011: Conversions of Researcher Staff to Civil Service Causes Concerns
May 3, 2011: May Marks Beginning of AP to Civil Service Conversion at Hospital
March 22, 2011: Study of State Retiree Benefits and Premiums Forthcoming, Raises Concerns
February 1, 2011: Examination and Reclassification of AP Positions Required by Law
February 1, 2011: Administrative Restructuring and Review is Separate from Civil Service Compliance
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Food For Thought
School newsletter series on health
Created, researched, wrote and designed a series of three print newsletters for Waters Elementary School Health Committee; printed products were distributed throughout Fond du Lac School District.
Vol. 1, No. 1: Celebrating Birthdays, Not Sugar
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UIUC Graduate School of Library and Information Science
Alumni newsletter
Created and produced this revamped alumni newsletter while leading the graduate school's communication unit; produced both in print and online; coordinated with redesigned website.
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Washington Association of Realtors
Online newsletter for members
In charge of online news and features as a part-time member of the in-house communications team; often worked remotely.
News samples:
The Habitat House that Realtors Built
Realtors Help Homeowners Overcome Obstacles
Pierce County's Oldest Brokerage Turns 60
2001 Legislative Priorities: Quality of Life
Campaign Defines Quality of Growth
Housing Opportunities Stressed in Quality of Life Campaign
Franks Named Executive Vice President
REALTOR Spotlight: