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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.
January–June 2013
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Submissions to The Galley
Policies
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.
Deadlines
The Willamette Galley is published quarterly in March, June, September, and December.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:
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 your ideas with us for articles as well as unsolicited pieces that meet our criteria.
Galley Foci for 2013
The focus for the 2013 Galley is recognition at the local and Society levels and collaboration in the virtual world and the cloud. 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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| March 2013 |
Willamette Valley Chapter: Who is recognized for excellence in technical communication at the WVCCompetition Awards Celebration? What sets the Best of Show entry apart from the others? |
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| June 2013 |
Working with virtual teams: What are some of the principles for working with virtual teams (i.e., cultural dos and don’ts)? Are templates and style guides necessary for efficiency and success? What makes a successful virtual team? |
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September 2013 |
STC 2013 Summit: What are upcoming trends in and new tools for technical communication? What made some conference sessions helpful/unhelpful? |
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December 2013 |
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? What problems, concerns, or failures have users experienced? |
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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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