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Grateful for an incredible journey! Finished our final class and presentation—thank you, professor, for your guidance and support throughout. Truly appreciate everything.
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Final project presentations are coming up! 🎤 Practicing is key to success. How are you preparing? I like practicing in front of a mirror—it helps me keep my head up and engage with the audience! How are you practicing for your final presentation?
@wahibachair.com
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Last week, we spoke about features. What are some of the ways feature writing may be different from news writing?
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Welcome to our
#week10
and *final*
@bsky.app
chat! Can you believe it?
elvafisher.bsky.social
and I will miss connecting with all of you! 🥺 As you reflect on the course, what is one possible key takeaway which may help your future academic and/or professional journey?
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When writing a speech, ensure your goal is at the forefront of your mind. Are you trying to inspire? Encourage? Correct? Or inform your audience? Your goal shapes the tone and direction of your speech. Clarity of purpose ensures resonance with your audience.
@wahibachair.com
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Last week, we learned that we should NOT start a speech or presentation with a: A) Mic check B) Story C) Question D) Factoid
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How to Start a Speech: The Best (and Worst) Speech Openers
Need ideas on how to start your upcoming speech? Public speaking is listed as Americans' number one fear, before death at number 5, and loneliness at number ...
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When I delivered my UCW graduation address last term, I was nervous of course but practice (in front of my kids lol) helped me feel more confident. The start can be the most nerve wracking! How do you start your speech or presentation with calmness and confidence?
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UCW Fall Convocation 2024 - Day 3 (Ceremony #8)
This year’s fall graduating class will walk across the stage at the iconic Queen Elizabeth Theatre in downtown Vancouver. Tune in to our live stream from any...
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9 months ago
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Let's stay you're writing a feature on how mental health is affecting international students post pandemic: 1. How would you start your article? 2. What type of data would you consider including? 3. Who would you interview? How will you find them? 4. Conclusion?
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✨Let's get creative!✨ If I were to write a feature, I would write on A)_______________for an audience of B)____________with the purpose of C)________________ My hook would be D)_________and I would try to publish my work on E)____________
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Great writing starts with great research. Dig into the details—background, expert insights, real-world examples. The better your prep, the stronger your story. Where would you go for research if you had to write a feature story about a local animal shelter?
@wahibachair.com
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Now you can upload 3 min videos to Bluesky! 🦋
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What do you think makes a great speaker or presenter? Is there anyone you look up to?
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Why do we procrastinate? In this @TEDTalks, Tim shares relatable insights from his own journey:
buff.ly/CAp3nb9
What's his hook? How does he keep the audience engaged? What can we learn from his Ted Talk?
#PresentationSkills
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Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator | Tim Urban | TED
Tim Urban knows that procrastination doesn't make sense, but he's never been able to shake his habit of waiting until the last minute to get things done. In ...
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Press releases are your story’s bridge to the media—make it strong! 🌉 Solve It Like a Marketer shares top tips to build a press release that gets noticed. 🚀 Watch the video and share your biggest takeaway! 🎥👇
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How To Write A Press Release For An Organization 📣 🌎 🗞 #PressRelease #PublicRelations
In today’s day and age getting the attention of journalists isn’t easy.You can’t just put a press release out there and hope it gets picked up.There needs to...
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As we look ahead at this week's topic, here's a helpful video on how to lead a media interview:
https://buff.ly/4hd2upz
Feel free to share any takeaways!
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Journalism: How to Lead an Interview
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10 months ago
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Hello 👋 and Happy OGL Day! As you work through your press release assignments this week, take a look at this example by
@timhortonsofficial.bsky.social
:
https://buff.ly/3D5j905
Can you spot the 5Ws? How do you feel about the headline?
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Roll Up cups are BACK! Starting today, play Tim Hortons Roll Up To Win on the Tims app AND while supplies last on our hot beverage cups!
Tim Hortons Roll Up To Win is back TODAY through March 23 with tens of millions of prizes available to be won including electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz vehicles,...
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10 months ago
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Do you recall some of the similarities and differences between a news release and a news article? Here's a good example to analyze: Press release:
https://buff.ly/3XihGu9
News article:
https://buff.ly/3DihiFb
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Reminder: People need the BC Vaccine Card to access certain settings
Starting Monday, Sept. 27, 2021, the BC Vaccine Card will be the only acceptable proof of vaccination for British Columbians to enjoy certain businesses and recreational events safely.
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Like a leafless tree in winter, true beauty is in standing strong despite the seasons."
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Hope you all enjoyed the long weekend! Last week, we looked at the elements of effective social ads. Do you feel this @COBSBread Facebook ad 🍞 is effective, and if so, why?
#SocialAdvertising
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How do you feel about this ad? Who do you believe is the target audience? Is there a clear CTA?
https://buff.ly/3CLHFTX
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10 months ago
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This week, we'll learn about PR writing. Here's an example of a joint press release from Moose Hide Campaign and BMO. Can you spot the 5Ws? Is there a CTA?
https://buff.ly/3X5Q0Zs
#mediawriting
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Cision | News Releases
Current news releases distributed by Cision in Canada including multimedia press releases, investor relations and disclosure, and company news.
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Did you come across any persuasive social ads? Please feel free to share and tell us more about why YOU think they're persuasive.
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Having a Public Relations strategy is important for any organization. This LinkedIn article outlines some critical steps to have a solid PR plan. Are there any other steps you would add?
https://buff.ly/436i5DX
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Thanks again to
@oscar12725.bsky.social
@romanpreet.bsky.social
@rajbeer.bsky.social
and Krishna for sharing stories from last week's OGL ✨ Excited to hear
@yuvrajsidhu.bsky.social
@manpreetkaur4456.bsky.social
@lunacjuand.bsky.social
and
@maira24.bsky.social
this week 😊
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10 months ago
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Take a look at this e-blast example:
https://buff.ly/3CJxD5G
1. Who is the target audience? 2. What is the purpose? 3. How we make it more effective?
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What are some of the things we should keep in mind when writing a newsletter?
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Sec 12 Hope you're enjoying the sunshine today 😎 Guess what time it is? 😊⏰
#OGLTime
Below are feeds to help you: 1️⃣ Me or
@elvafisher.bsky.social
buff.ly/4g9YLbC
2️⃣ Everyone:
buff.ly/42sBYED
Please also remember the 3Cs + hashtag + OGL journal 🙏
#LearningWithBluesky
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Mailchimp shares 7 tips for creating catchy email subject lines. What caught my eye was that Capitalization can help slightly! Which tip stood out to you?
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How to Write Catchy Email Subject Lines | Mailchimp
Good subject lines can lead to higher open rates. With so much pressure on the subject line to entice the potential reader, we thought it would be interesting to see how much of a difference a single…
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Stepping into the snowy landscape, much like stepping into the world of media writing.
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🚀 You’ve got 3 seconds to hook your reader—or lose them. ⏳ The Public Relations Society of America breaks down how to craft leads that grab attention! Check out these expert tips! 🔗👇
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The success of your content all rides on the critical first step — creating an effective, engaging and meaningful lead that draws your reader in and inspires them to continue to the rest of the copy.
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"When life gives you snow, make a snowman!"
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11 months ago
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Have you been enjoying the snow? ❄️ These
@vancouveraquarium.bsky.social
baby otters have!☃️ Take a look at this
@ctvnewsvancouver.bsky.social
news article:
https://buff.ly/4jTVEYy
Can you spot the lead and 5Ws1H? What sources are being used?
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Watch: Vancouver baby otters experience snow for the first time
Two baby otters at the Vancouver Aquarium were in for a frozen treat over the weekend, as the mischievous duo enjoyed their first ever snow day.
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Looking ahead at this week's topic, do you subscribe to any newsletters, and what value do you find in them? (feel free to tag the source) PS: The
@VancouverSun.bsky.social
has a free
#sunrise
newsletter with breaking local news, qualified opinion and more 📰
https://bit.ly/3Yi0eFG
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Vancouver Sun Newsletter | Get news in your inbox Vancouver Sun
Get the latest Canada, sport, business news alerts in your inbox. Scroll a variety of email newsletters to choose from offered by Vancouver Sun.
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🚨 Take a look at this recent Alberta news story from
@globalnews.ca.web.brid.gy
Does the lead grab your attention and deliver the key details fast? Share another great news lead!📰👇
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‘I was speechless’: St. Albert protest condemned by community leaders, RCMP now investigating | Globalnews.ca
In a news release, the RCMP said officers responded to the protest on St. Albert Trail just after 11:45 a.m., when they were first alerted to it.
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Have you come across any good leads from reading the news lately? Hopefully, some good news?! 😅 Feel free to share, but try to tag the source
#NewsWriting
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Last week, we talked about the key differences between news writing and academic writing. Does anyone remember what those are? 😊
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May this Sonam Lhosar bring you happiness, peace, and prosperity. Let’s welcome the new year with hope and positivity!"
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Thank you to
@jashk.bsky.social
@tamangnishan554.bsky.social
@janvidabria.bsky.social
and
@navpreetnav.bsky.social
for debriefing our OGL chats today! 👏 Next week will be
@karan9111.bsky.social
@ayushtyagi.bsky.social
@alexandrakempff.bsky.social
and
@maira24.bsky.social
☺️
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Beautiful sunset! Hoping for more sunshine tomorrow 🌞
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Writing news?📰 Cut the fluff. ✂️ Keep sentences between 20-25 words for better readability and impact. ✨ Clear writing = better storytelling! ✨ Why do you think short sentences work best? 🤔
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I attended CFA career workshop which was held at Granville UCW campus today. There were four panelist mainly talking about the scope of pursuing CFA as a career.
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A reminder that your quiz ✍️will close by the end of today on BrightSpace. Good luck!
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@nbcuacademy.bsky.social
and Chuck Todd has a great video about attribution, On-the-Record & Off-the-Record. What is your biggest takeaway?
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On-the-Record and Off-the-Record, Explained
Attribution is very important in news. But what does off the record mean exactly? Meet the Press anchor and NBC News political Director Chuck Todd explains r...
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This is another test for the
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What are some key takeaways from last class? Have you been trying to apply the 3Cs?
#MediaWriting
#week3
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Grabbing the readers' attention is vital for any news article. That is why the lead is so crucial in drawing the reader in. This
@npr.org
training article outlines how to capture the reader's interest.
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A good lead is everything — here’s how to write one
The lead is the introduction — the first sentences — that should pique your readers’ interest and curiosity.
https://buff.ly/3gzbYMx
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11 months ago
Hello
#UCWCOMM205
and welcome to our
#week3
OGL chat!🥳 Here are some feeds to help: 1️⃣ Me or
@elvafisher.bsky.social
:
https://buff.ly/4g9YLbC
2️⃣ Everyone:
https://buff.ly/42sBYED
PS: Please remember:
#3Cs
+ hashtag in all of your posts😉 We look forward to chatting with you all!
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Where do you get your news from? Which Canadian news sources do you follow? Feel free to tag them here (if you find them 😉)!
#NewsWriting
#CanadianMedia
#Week3
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Just found a gem of British comedy. "Peter Pan Goes Wrong" is a classic tale with a twist. Imagine the script is set, the actors in place, rehearsed and ready... then everything goes wrong, on purpose that is. If you want a good laugh, give it a watch.
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Good morning everyone let’s start our day with some motivation💫🌸 “Morning comes with a chance to start a new day.”
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