Education

Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Psychology
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, December 1988


Experience

1996-present
ITDweb Project Leader
Information Technology Digest Associate Editor
Marketing Representative

Information Technology Division, University of Michigan
Lead the development of ITD's World Wide Web presence; write, coordinate, and edit articles for the news section of ITD's monthly publication; plan strategy and create marketing materials for ITD's Computation and Database Products and Services team.

1995-1996
Computer Systems Consultant
Information Technology Division, University of Michigan
Developed, revised, and reviewed instructional documentation for the University's distributed computing environment; performed html encoding of publications for placement onto the World Wide Web.

1994-1996
Macintosh/Internet Consultant
National Adjunct Faculty Guild, Ann Arbor, MI
Created and maintained the Guild's Web presence; established and administrated the ADJUNCT LISTSERV mailing list; researched and wrote Macintosh software reviews for the adjunct advocate journal; presented Internet and PageMaker seminars at the Guild's annual conference.

1992-1996
Freelance Technical/Promotional Writer
Aardvark Computer Systems, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI
Performed on-demand technical/promotional writing and document layout services for a manufacturer of digital audio hardware products. Developed the company's complete line of product manuals and specifications sheets.

1992-1996
Freelance Promotional Writer
Groundswell Productions, Ann Arbor
Worked jointly with an editor to produce promotional publications for high-technology industries; clients included the American Automobile Association, Auto ID News, and the United States Congress.

1992-1994
Department Editor, Staff Writer
the adjunct advocate, Ann Arbor
Provided editing services for the seven departments of a national monthly for part-time college faculty. Assigned stories and corresponded with writers; handled full editing duties; managed publication layout; researched and wrote articles; worked with the managing editor to establish/facilitate editorial direction.

1989-1996
Circulation Supervisor
Art and Architecture Library, University of Michigan
Managed the daily circulation functions of a major university library. Organized operations and unit improvement projects. Supervised 20-30 full-time and student support staff.

1987-1989
Editor and Publisher
The Michigan Delay, Ann Arbor
Performed all production aspects for a local serial publication including research, writing, editing, design and circulation. Established the editorial stance and directed creative staff.

1983-1984
Proofreader
The Knox College Catch, Galesburg, IL
Provided proofreading services for the nation's top-ranked college literary publication.


Detail of Writing, Computer, Training, and Management Experience


Interests

Humor writing, publication design, philosophy, Regionalist/Social Realist painting,
sport psychology, architecture, football, racquetball, squash, running,
jazz and reggae music
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