6.9 Professional Communications. You Can Do It!

 

CVTC's Professional Communications program focuses on professional, technical, and business writing for a variety of media and industries.

A degree in Professional Communications gives you endless career options across multiple industry sectors:

·     Technical writers

·     Copywriters

·     Editors

·     Grant writers

·     Related writing careers in business, government, and non-profit organizations.

Each course takes eight weeks to complete and, students will enjoy earning their degree with the flexibility and convenience of this 100% online program. The format allows anyone the confidence to know they can have a busy life but still conquer their goals!

Throughout this program, you will learn theories and valuable skills:

·     Editing and proofreading

·     Document design, production, and management

·     Documentation development

·     Publishing in print and electronic media

·     Rhetoric, writing, and digital literacy theories

·     Social media content creation

·     Usability testing

·     Visual rhetoric and multimedia composition

·     Web content writing

Past student quote:

"As a non-traditional student with children and a job, I was able to advance my learning here. This program gave me the tools and confidence to fulfill my goals in this career. CVTC is a great place to learn. This program is truly for anyone!"

6.6 Sunsets in Paradise-Hawaii Style

 

Sunsets in Paradise-Hawaii Style

Falling leaves, cool breezes, the thought of the frigid winter of Wisconsin approaches. My desire is to leave this artic area and go to the warm beaches of Hawaii. Let's leave this artic and imagine paradise together. As you are reading this close your eyes and imagine the warmth of the sun beating down on your skin. The waves crashing while the sand is trickling through your toes. The beauty of the sea seems as though it goes on forever because the end is not in sight. Let's take a look at the beauty of why one would desire to vacation in Hawaii.

Hawaii Sunset by Flickr 

 Hawaii Bucket List to Enjoy in Paradise:

-Swim with Dolphins    -Botanical Gardens

-Visit Pearl Harbor        -View Lava Flow into the Ocean

-Hike the Falls               -Horseback Rides 

-Beaches                        -Swim with Mantras

-Luau at Sunset             -Sea Turtles

wanderlustyle.com/things-to-do-in-hawaii/ 

Once on the islands of Hawaii, anything is possible to enjoy. My desire is to experience the nature of the islands. To experience the scenery that is not available to the Wisconsin winters. I'd like you to imagine the ocean waves beating down. Wisconsin does not offer the mountains shooting lava to view its power. My conflict of being in Hawaii and never wanting to return to the frigid air again. 

Hawaii Lava. Photo by Cedric Letsch on Unsplash

           Islands to Venture in Hawaii:

             -Maui

             -Hawaii: The Big Island

              -Kauai

              -Lanai

              -Honolulu-Oahu

Hawaii would be a dream come true to visit. Whether in the winter or summer months. Although this is my destination vacation spot to be the envy of all within my mind it can now be your dream too. You can experience this in person or vicariously in my blog. 

Learn more about the perks of Hawaii vacations here:

https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/hawaii/articles/15-reasons-why-you-should-visit-hawaii-at-least-once-in-your-lifetime/

4.6 Best Fall Comfort Food Recipe-Creamy White Chili

As the seasons change to cooler weather this is a great family kept secret for Creamy White Chili: 

Ingredients:

-1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil

-1 medium onion, chopped

-1 clove of garlic, minced

-1 (15-ounce can) Garbanzo Beans

-2 (15-ounce cans) Great Northern Beans

-1 pound grilled chicken, cubed

-1 (14-ounce can) chicken broth

-1 (14-ounce can) niblet style corn

-1 (14-ounce can) green chilies

-1 teaspoon cumin

-1 teaspoon salt

-1/2 teaspoon pepper

-1 cup sour cream

-1/2 cup heavy cream

After you have all of the ingredients prepared you will need a large pan to begin cooking. Now you are ready to cook your chili.

1. In the large pan, heat the oil while sauteing the onions and garlic.

2. Once those are sauteed you may add the beans, chicken, broth, corn, chilies, and spices.

3. After adding the above ingredients bring it to a boil.

4. Once boiling reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered.

5. Remove from heat.

6. Stir in sour cream and heavy cream.

Now you are ready to serve your fall comfort food of Creamy White Chili. You may add your own family favorites as toppings such as shredded cheese, crackers, or other desired toppings. Serve immediately or store and reheat. 

3.6 The Race

Snow White, the seven dwarfs, and an evil witch made their way in the dark skies with a coffee in one hand and running shoes in the other. Myself, Jeanette Scheidler, and 8 of my fellow friends were on their way to our first half marathon, Monster Dash, in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the race was on Halloween weekend of 2018, the race encouraged costumes. We committed to running 13.1 miles on that brisk October morning. 

"This might not have been one of my brightest ideas," I stated as we lined up with several other dressed up characters to start the race. After my third time using the porta-potty as my nerves were skyrocketed, I decided it was too late. Boom! The gun sounded and we were off. Pacers were running in between costume runners with signs showing the time you were running at. "If I could keep up with a pacer I'll be okay," I told myself. 

Mile marker thirteen, twelve, eleven. I was still alive. Only ten miles left. On each side were spectators. "Snow White!", the kids in the audience would yell and, point at me. I then felt obligated to wave and smile as if I were royalty. Homes, bridges, water, and the city were on each side as I plugged along like the "Little Engine that Could Train" I used to read as a child. 

My legs now had the feeling of jello inside them. I needed to again use the restroom. I did not want to stop because it would slow me down. Thinking I would not be able to run another 5 miles like that I stopped. After I got back on the course I was again I was not as reenergized as I thought I'd be from the short break. I didn't know if it was my mind, legs, or body telling me I was tired. A snack maybe was needed. I then literally "ate on the run". 

In this race, options were given to run a 5k, 10k, or 13.1 miles. I passed the literal dressed up characters exiting for the 10K finish line. I was jealous they were done. I then needed to get my mind focused and keep going. I now felt sick though. I kept running. Sitting on the pavement and quitting in the middle of St. Paul was not an option. I kept going. Another mile. Another mile again. Almost there. I felt really sick now. Legs like a toddler learning to walk, hoping not to fall. Nauseous. I can see the finish line. Cheers were loud for racers at the finish line. The time was on the clock as I'd cross the electronic line and my number would be recorded. I feel sicker. I could not walk across the finish with everyone watching. Closer, and closer. I did it! I was so excited! Then, I wasn't. Snow white just tossed her cookies in front of the entire group of spectators and racers. How non-princess like behavior! The seven dwarfs were supportive along with the evil witch. 

I would always be known in the running community I am with as the Snow White who must have eaten a bad apple at the Monster Dash. 

3.4 The Race

Snow White, the 7 dwarfs, and an evil witch made their way in the dark skies with a coffee in one hand and running shoes in the other. Myself, Jeanette Scheidler, and 8 of my fellow friends were on their way to our first half marathon, Monster Dash, in St. Paul, Minnesota. As the race was on Halloween weekend of 2018 the race encouraged costumes. We committed to running 13.1 miles on that cool October day. 

"This might not have been one of my brightest ideas," I stated as we lined up with several other dressed up characters to start the race. After my third time using the porta-potty as my nerves were skyrocketed I decided it was too late now. Boom! The gun went blew and we were off. Pacers were running in between costume runners with signs showing the time you were running at. "If I could keep up with a sign I'll be okay," I told myself. 

Mile marker thirteen, twelve, eleven. I was still alive. Only ten miles left. On each side were spectators. "Snow White!", the kids in the audience would yell and point at me. I then felt obligated to wave at them and smile as if I were royalty. Homes, bridges, water, and the city were on each side as I plugged along like the "Little Engine that Could Train" I used to read as a child. 

My legs were starting to get tired. I needed to again use the restroom. I did not want to stop because it would slow me down. Thinking I would not be able to run another 5 miles like that I stopped. After I got back on the course I was again getting tired. I didn't know if it was my mind, legs, or body telling me this. A snack maybe was needed. I then literally "ate on the run". 

In this race, options were given to run a 5k, 10k, or 13.1 miles. I passed the literal dressed up characters exiting for the 10K finish line. I was jealous they were done. I then needed to pick up my mind and keep going. I now felt sick though. I kept running. Sitting on the pavement and quitting in the middle of St. Paul was not an option. I kept going. Another mile. Another mile again. Almost there. I felt really sick now. Legs weak. Nauseous. I can see the finish line. Everyone tends to cheer for racers at the finish line. The time was on the clock as I'd cross the electronic line and my number would be recorded. I feel sicker. I could not walk across the finish with everyone watching. Closer, and closer. I did it! I was so excited! Then, I wasn't. Snow white just tossed her cookies on the group. How "unprincess-like." The 7 dwarfs were supportive and the evil witch. 

I would always be known in the running community I am with as the Snow White who must have eaten a bad apple at the Monster Dash.