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Intercom: May issue posted
The May issue of Intercom, focusing on intercultural technical communication, has been posted to the STC Web site.
Long-time Editor of Technical Communication Retires, Search Underway for Replacement
After 12 years and 48 issues as editor of Technical Communication, George Hayhoe has announced his retirement. For more information and a job description, please visit http://www.stc.org/announce/EIC.asp
Check the Related Events Page for Up-to-date Event Information
The Related Events page on the STC Web site is updated regularly with information about upcoming events and ongoing opportunities for technical communicators. These include conferences, seminars, calls for papers and grant proposals, publishing opportunities, and other items of professional interest.
STC President to Lead Delegation to China
STC members have been invited to join President Linda Oestreich on a two-week professional and cultural program in China from October 19-31. People to People Citizen Ambassador Programs, a nonpolitical, private-sector organization founded by President Eisenhower in 1956, is developing the trip for technical communicators to meet with their colleagues in several cities in China. The costs of roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles, hotel, group transportation, meetings, most meals, and cultural activities are estimated to be $5,295; interested participants are responsible for paying their own way.
The Business of Technical Communication: "The Tipping Point Theory" (March 2008)
Your interview went well, but you haven't heard back. Should you wait or move on to the next opportunity? Doug Davis offers a tongue-in-cheek formula for determining the likelihood that an employer will respond to your application.
STC's Chapter Renewal Challenge!
Which chapter will do it best? STC is excited to announce the 2008 membership renewal challenge designed to support chapters' renewal efforts with a variety of incentives.
Technical Communication Summit 2008 Web Site Up and Running
As STC's 2008 Technical Communication Summit, to be held June 1–4 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, approaches, visit the conference Web site for information about education sessions, lodging and travel details, the schedule of events, and more. More details will be posted as the conference draws closer.
President Linda Oestreich Speaks on Future of STC
STC President Linda Oestreich joined member Tom Johnson's podcast series on Tech Writer Voices to talk about the direction of the Society and the strategic objectives the Board of Directors has set. 35 minutes in length.
STC's Journal, Technical Communication, Seeks Submissions on Qualitative Research
STC's Journal, Technical Communication, is pleased to announce a special issue on the ways in which qualitative research contributes to technical communication scholarship and practice. This special issue will be published in November 2008, and the guest editor is James Conklin of Concordia University, Montreal. For more information, please read www.stc.org/PDF_Files/techComm_CalforProposals.pdf.
Students in Florida and Ireland Team Up for Technical Communication Project
Students at the University of Central Florida and University of Limerick are working on a joint assignment, using online collaborative tools to create a Web site to promote the technical communication program at the Irish university.
New and Improved Academic Database
STC is re-launching its Academic Database, and we need information on your school's Technical Communication program!
From Writer to Communicator
Economist Rick O'Sullivan directs efforts to change how the U.S. government collects information on our profession.
Board approves new diversity policy
The STC Board recently voted on a new diversity policy.
Leadership Day Podcast 2: Organizing Profitable Chapter Events
During the past seven years, the TransAlpine Chapter has made a healthy profit on almost all of its events. Jang explains how to do this for your chapter.
"Technical Writer" Ranks 13th on Money's Best Jobs List
Money magazine's list of the 50 Best Jobs in America includes three job titles commonly held by technical communicators: technical writer (number 13), curriculum developer (18), and editor (19).
Technical Communication Career Center
STC's new Career Center, a far more advanced version of the Society jobs database, provides a comprehensive resource for job seekers. Post your resume today!
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