November 12, 2012
Making people care: Planning, writing newsletter content to increase engagement, giving
Submitted by Susan Wolf Berhow
RSVP this week to secure your spot in the Friday, Nov. 16, session of "Making People Care: Planning and Writing Newsletter Content to Increase Engagement and Giving." The session will be from 1-3 p.m. in the K-State Student Union's Big 12 Room. Hosted by KSU Foundation.
Remaining sessions:
- Friday, Nov. 16
- Friday, Feb. 1, 2013
- Monday, March 4, 2013
- Friday, April 5, 2013
About the workshop:
Whether you’re creating a traditional print newsletter or a Web-based e-newsletter, content is king. Knowing how to craft your message to get results is the key to engaging your readers and inspiring support for the university. In this workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to make people care about what’s happening in your department today
- How to choose stories and photos that inspire and increase engagement
- How small tweaks to your writing strategies can make a big difference
- How the KSU Foundation can help you inspire potential donors
- How your publication can help advance K-State 2025
Who should attend?
Anyone who is responsible for a newsletter sent to a K-State alumni or donor audience. Whether you are a seasoned communications professional or new to producing a newsletter, this workshop is for you.
About the presenter:
With more than 12 years of experience in higher education communications, Susan Wolf Berhow has written for every major university audience. Berhow holds a master’s degree from K-State’s A.Q. Miller School of Journalism and Mass Communications and a bachelor’s degree in communication from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. Both her academic and professional background has focused on increasing dialogue between universities and their key audiences.
RSVP
Please RSVP to Berhow at susanb@found.ksu.edu or call 785-532-7616.