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The Willamette Galley E-zine
An important benefit of membership is the chapter
newsletter, which is produced bimonthly, and distributed by email.
The Willamette Galley e-zine contains chapter news, feature articles,
and other items of interest.
August 2011
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The Willamette Galley co-editors, Valerie M. Ball and Carol L. Larson, read and review textual and visual submissions and publish those that, to the knowledge of The Galley staff, do not violate laws regarding libel, slander, pornography, or civil rights.
The Galley co-editors also obey copyright laws. Contributors must cite quotations according to the 16th edition of The Chicago Manual of Style; but contributors must apply for copyright permissions from the source for lengthy passages of text, illustrations, charts, photographs, or related materials. Please let the editors know if this article has run elsewhere and if it has been submitted for consideration to other publications.
Note: Contributors hold the copyright on all submitted materials, either written or graphic, in The Willamette Galley unless otherwise indicated. Anyone interested in reprints, reproductions, or reuse must contact the contributor for permission.
Deadlines
Send submissions to the Galley co-editors—Valerie or Carol. Deadlines are:
10th day of the month that precedes the publishing month: Op-Ed articles (one Galley page); book/software reviews (500–750 words) -
15th day of the month that precedes the publishing month: Feature articles (750–1,000 words); letters to the co-editors (<150 words); bios (50–75 words)
Lettters to The Galley Co-Editors
We welcome all letters to the co-editors that meet the following:
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Length: 150 words or less
Deadline: 15th of month preceding publication (Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept., Nov.)
Publication depends upon adherence to Galley policies. Please email letters to Valerie or Carol.
Other Topics
Yes, we have a focus for each issue, but we welcome contributions about technical topics that relate to our audience. Please share with us your ideas for articles as well as unsolicited pieces that meet our criteria.
Galley Foci for 2011–2012
The field of technical communication (TC) changes constantly with new innovations in methods and media, so the 2011–2012 Galley foci are “Innovations in Technical Communication.” Although we give a specific focus for every issue, we encourage our readers to become our writers at any time by contributing feature articles about these and writer-suggested TC topics.
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| October 2011 |
Permanent employee or contractor: Contractual employment (whether as a self-employed independent or an agency “contingency worker”) seem to mark the majority of openings today for technical communicators compared to the openings for permanent or “captive” employment that prevailed prior to the recession. Is this condition part of the general national and state economy, or is it likely to change within a year or so? What are the advantages/disadvantages of being an independent contractor, agency contractor, or permanent employee? |
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Virtual vs. bricks-and-mortar workplace situations: What are the advantages/disadvantages of each type of workplace? What are situations where hands-on, in-person solutions at a bricks-and-mortar location work best? When face-to-face situations are not possible, how can difficulties be best resolved in the virtual workplace? |
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February 2012 |
Virtual teams and electronic delivery of documentation: What types of documentation and other information are transmitted? Do some types of information have restrictions about electronic transmissions, i.e., proprietary and military documents and personal and medical information? What security measures protect sensitive information and documents? |
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April 2012 |
Virtual conferencing applications: What are the different types of virtual conferencing? What are primary applications? What makes one application better than others in specific instances? What are the advantages/disadvantages of each? Does virtual conferencing save time and money, or does it create more work and/or misunderstandings? |
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June 2012 |
Cloud computing and its effect on technical communication: What is the cloud? How is it used? What types of businesses are most likely to use this method, or for what particular uses are commercial and government entities likely to rely on cloud computing? How does cloud computing affect individuals? How is this technology already in use? |
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August 2011 |
STC 2012 Summit: What are upcoming trends in and new tools for technical communication? What made some sessions helpful/unhelpful?
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In addition, we welcome anecdotal approaches to the preceding topics, including tales of the best/worst/most embarrassing professional experience; if the writer wishes, we can provide anonymity for publication.
Newsletter Exchange
The Willamette Galley staff encourages other
STC chapters and local chapters of other professional organizations
to participate in a newsletter exchange. For more information, contact Valerie M. Ball or Carol
L. Larson.
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