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We use that expertise to consult with in-house teams to create more effective publications, teach in-depth courses for individuals and teams, and conceptualize and write “big swing” strategic stories for institutions’ most important priorities. We have received numerous awards, including the CASE Sibley Magazine of the Year and CASE Gold for feature writing.
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“I love this piece! Thanks again for thinking up this idea and writing about our beloved building with such creativity and energy. I love all of the inside details — the 37-second elevator ride, morning routine, and so many good and surprising quotes about learning and the liberal arts in a story about a building.”
“The most valuable bits for me specifically were the examples you gave of similar features you’d seen in other magazines, alumni or national, and your thoughts about story packaging.”
“I’ve been in higher ed communications for almost 38 years (!), much of it in the business of alumni communications, and your course was a great reminder that there are many different approaches to writing an alumni profile than just a straight narrative.”
“Your headline course pays off with every story we do (print or digital). It has forever changed the way I develop and write headlines.”
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The #1 thing that would make your print mag better
/by Erin PetersonStop trying to impress strangers
/by Erin PetersonYour readers turn to class notes first. Are you delivering?
/by Erin Peterson