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SUMMARY:Your Degree and IWPA Membership: The Twin Pillars of Career Success
DESCRIPTION:Northeastern Illinois University English department alum and current Illinois Woman’s Press Association President\, Becky Sarwate\, discusses her career journey and how an Northeastern MA and IWPA membership opened the doors of opportunity. \nAll students are welcome and encouraged to attend this FREE event.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/your-degree-and-iwpa-membership-the-twin-pillars-of-career-success/
LOCATION:Northeastern Illinois University\, 5500 N St Louis Ave. \, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150913
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SUMMARY:2015 National Federation of Press Women Communications Conference
DESCRIPTION:Early bird registration is $395 for members through July 31\, 2015. Regular registration rates apply after that date. Single day\, single event\, and non-member rates are also available. \nClick here to get started! \nA message from the Alaska Professional Communicators:\nJoin us in Alaska for the 2015 NFPW National Conference\, New Frontiers in the Last Frontier. You’ll be staying in downtown Anchorage at the Hotel Captain Cook\, the premier hotel in Anchorage. It’s easy distance to shops\, jogging trails and our beautiful museum. We have a very special rate of $175\, including free wi-fi and use of the athletic club. \nDuring the conference\, you’ll choose from three educational tracks: personal\, professional and Alaskana. The year 2015 is Anchorage’s centenary celebration\, and we are starting the conference with a keynote speaker who will present a multimedia program detailing Alaska and Anchorage’s history through video collected by the Alaska Moving Images Preservation Association. We are also very excited to announce that Dr. Rosita Worl will offer both a keynote speech and a workshop on Alaska’s Native peoples\, their history and culture and how they are taking their place in a modern world\, while retaining those attributes that are the hallmarks of their culture. Dr. Worl is Tlingit from Southeast Alaska and a world-renowned expert in her field. APC has gathered a rich variety of speakers from all walks of media life\, from photographers to news anchors to PR specialists\, so that everyone who attends will find something that interests them.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/2015-national-federation-of-press-women-communications-conference/
LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W. 5th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
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SUMMARY:IWPA to Exhibit at 2015 Lake FX Summit + Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) presents the Lake FX Summit + Expo\, the region’s largest FREE conference for artists\, creative professionals and entrepreneurs\, this April 17–18\, 2015. \nBuilding on the success of three popular past events – the Creative Chicago Expo\, the Chicago Music Summit and the Chicago Film and Media Summit – Summit + Expo will welcome thousands of individuals\, businesses and organizations for keynotes by industry leaders\, professional development panels and workshops\, networking opportunities\, music and film showcases\, the Expo resource fair and a marketplace open to local artisans. Seminar tracks will focus on the music\, film\, fashion\, culinary and art industries as well as emerging and established artists. Events will take place at the Chicago Cultural Center and other venues within a walkable campus in Chicago’s “Loop\,” with evening showcases held throughout the city’s neighborhoods. \nIllinois Woman’s Press Association is proud to be a featured Exhibitor for the second consecutive year! Stop by and say hello!
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/iwpa-to-exhibit-at-2015-lake-fx-summit-expo/
LOCATION:Chicago Cultural Center\, 78 E Washington\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150228T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150228T133000
DTSTAMP:20150131T040742Z
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SUMMARY:Lady MBAs Throughout History Featuring Barbara Joan Zeitz
DESCRIPTION:Barbara Joan Zeitz \nWomen’s historian and author Barbara Joan Zeitz M.A. will be the featured\nspeaker at the IWPA’s networking event Saturday\, Feb 28\, 2015 at the\nChicago Temple in Chicago’s downtown “Loop.” \nZeitz’s presentation\, “Lady MBAs” applauds trailblazing Masters of\nBusiness Administration women born into poverty\, who became\nmillionaires\, philanthropists\, game changers who networked in a male\nbusiness labyrinth\, defining not only what\, where\, why and how\, women\ngo\, do\, dress and work\, but who women are! \nBarbara Zeitz\, MA\, holds a master in women studies/law\, writes a\nmonthly online column at aauw-il and offers power point programs\ndesigned to enlighten\, inspire\, and empower. Her book\, A Thesaurus of\nWomen From Cherry Blossoms to Cell Phones\, unmasks unknown women and links them\nto their well-known accomplishments. Her-History stories surprise\, amaze\, and delight.\nrightherhistory.wordpress.com \nThe Feb. 28th program begins at 11:30 a.m. and concludes at 1:30 p.m. Light refreshments\nwill be served. Admission is $10/$15 for members/non-members who register in advance\,\nand $20 at the door. Click the PayPal link below to purchase your ticket today. \n\n \n\n\n\nFebruary Event Registration\n\n\n1 Non-Member Attendee $15.00 USD1 Member Attendee $10.00 USD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nBarbara’s book\, A Thesaurus of Women From Cherry Blossoms to Cell Phones will be\navailable for purchase at this event.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/lady-mbas-throughout-history-featuring-barbara-joan-zeitz/
LOCATION:Chicago Temple\, 77 West Washington\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150210T170000
DTSTAMP:20150211T052934Z
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SUMMARY:Job Openings: Week Ending February 15\, 2015
DESCRIPTION:HOSPITAL / MEDICAL MEDIA RELATIONS\nUniversity of Illinois at Chicago \nThe University of Illinois at Chicago seeks a full-time media relations professionals in the Office of Public Affairs to publicize the patient care\, clinical services\, and community service programs in the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System\, as well as research and medical education in the UIC College of Medicine\, the nation’s largest medical school. The position includes media relations as well as strategic communications. \nA Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ experience in journalism or public relations is required. Preferred candidates will have experience covering health care in an academic medical center\, a strong track record of placements in major general and specialized media\, and experience with film or television crews. This is a full-time\, 12-month Academic Professional position. \nFor full consideration\, candidates must apply and submit (resume\, cover letter and three writing samples) by March 6\, 2015 to jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=47886. \nThe University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action\, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people\, including members of ethnic minorities\, women\, covered veterans\, and individuals with disabilities.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/job-openings-week-ending-february-15-2015/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150131T100000
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DTSTAMP:20141202T053505Z
CREATED:20141202T053505Z
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SUMMARY:Winter 2015 Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Members of the IWPA board will discuss a 2015 vision and strategic plan for the Association. Have agenda items to contribute? Email iwpa1885@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/winter-2015-board-meeting/
LOCATION:TBD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141206T170000
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SUMMARY:Members: Sell Your Book or Service for FREE at the Chicago Book Expo
DESCRIPTION:Are you an IWPA member with a book or service to sell? Reserve your space at the FREE Illinois Woman’s Press Association exhibitor table at the Chicago Book Expo 2014. Promote your publication or business and share the benefits of Association membership with thousands of  attendees. \nIWPA will make two table slots available to paid members\, in two-hour increments (for a total of six)\, on a first come\, first serve basis: \n  \n11:00 am – 1:00 pm – FULLY BOOKED\n \n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \n3:00 pm – 5:00 pm – FULLY BOOKED\n \n  \nDon’t miss this high profile chance to sell your work right in the middle of the holiday gift giving season! And if you don’t have a book or business to promote\, stop by the table and say hello to your fellow members. The Expo has a full schedule of stimulating events for communicators of all varieties and tastes. \nIWPA is thrilled to be able to bring this critical marketing and sales opportunity to our valued members at no cost. To reserve your space\, email iwpa1885@gmail.com with your preferred two-hour slot. Hurry! Seats won’t last long! \n 
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/members-sell-your-book-or-service-for-free-at-the-chicago-book-expo/
LOCATION:Columbia College\, 1104 S. Wabash\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141119T203000
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SUMMARY:Friend of IWPA: CWIP's Writing for the Web: What Content Marketing Is
DESCRIPTION:Content marketing might sound like industry jargon\, but we promise you that you should sit up and pay attention. Think of content marketing as copywriting for the next generation. Whether you believe print is dead or set for a comeback\, writing for the Internet is here to stay. \nAnyone can create a blog and post on it\, so how do you distinguish yourself in the feeds of your friends\, colleagues\, and industry professionals? If you’re just dipping your toes in these murky waters\, where do you start? If you’re experienced in creating traditional content\, how can you take your background and translate it to copywriting for the Internet? \nDuring this presentation\, Andy Crestodina will give you the rundown on the ins and outs of content marketing so you can be a pro at writing for the web. He’ll cover the following: \n\nWhat’s content marketing? Is this stuff new?\nWhich marketing channels are involved in content marketing?\nHow do you find the topics that will connect with an audience?\nHow is writing for web different?\nHow do search engines work?\n\nBonus: Andy will also share a few tricks for managing social media. \nDon’t miss your chance to learn how to create cutting-edge content for today’s digital world! \nAbout Our Speaker\nAndy Crestodina is a co-founder of Orbit Media\, an award-winning\, 35-person web design company in Chicago. Over the past 15 years\, Andy has provided web strategy and marketing advice to more than 1\,000 businesses. \nAndy teaches marketing. He’s written hundreds of articles on topics including email marketing\, search optimization\, social media\, analytics\, and content strategy. He is also the author ofContent Chemistry: The Illustrated Handbook for Content Marketing. \nWhen\nWednesday\, November 19\, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.\n6:00 to 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking\n6:30 to 6:45 p.m. – Announcements and speaker introduction\n6:45 to 8:00 p.m. – Program\n8:00 to 8:30 p.m. – Post-program networking \nWhere\nSecond floor conference center of the Four40 building\, 440 S. LaSalle St.\, Chicago\, IL 60603 \nRegistration\nSign up by Monday\, November 17 for discounted registration fee\nRegister online now: https://www.formstack.com/forms/?1840961-3OELE3nviv\nBy mail: Send a check payable to CWIP\, P.O. Box 268107\, Chicago\, IL 60626\nBy phone at 773.508.0351 \nCost\nOn or before Monday\, November 17: CWIP Basic Members $10; nonmembers $25; students with ID $10\nAfter Monday\, November 17: CWIP Basic Members $15; nonmembers $30; students with ID $15\nThe event is free for CWIP Premium Members.\nCash or check only at the door. No refunds.\nFor more information about Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP)\, visit www.cwip.org
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/friend-of-iwpa-cwips-writing-for-the-web-what-content-marketing-is/
LOCATION:440 S LaSalle St.\, 440 S. LaSalle St.\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141105T213000
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SUMMARY:Friend of IWPA: ABOUT WOMEN\, Body Image
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT WOMEN \nHave you ever wished you could change something about your body or face or both? Have you ever second-guessed yourself and how you look? Have you ever been concerned with how people look at you or perceive you or what they’re thinking of you? \nOn the 1st Wednesday of the month\, we will have an evening devoted all to Body Image and Taking Away the Judgment. The evening will host speakers with a conversation at the end. The discussion will be judgment-free. This is a safe space to listen and talk and to understand that we are not alone. Attend this amazing event\, and perhaps\, become inspired to write your own story.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/friend-of-iwpa-about-women-body-image/
LOCATION:Pizzeria Serio\, 1708 W Belmont\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141028T210000
DTSTAMP:20141019T044622Z
CREATED:20141019T041956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141019T044622Z
UID:11332-1414519200-1414530000@www.iwpa.org
SUMMARY:Friend of IWPA: Chicago Literati
DESCRIPTION:Writing is a solitary practice\, but the process of being published\, selling a script\, and expanding your name recognition still requires schmoozing. This unique networking event aims to bring the people of Chicago’s literary world together for an evening of mingling\, brainstorming\, and collaborating. \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to meet people in the community\, swap business cards\, and make connections to further their literary career. \nRegistration is $15 in advance\, $20 at the door. There will be a cash bar with drink specials\, appetizers will be served\, and the first 30 people to register will receive a swag bag.\n \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/friend-of-iwpa-event-chicago-literati/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141021T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141021T213000
DTSTAMP:20141019T043757Z
CREATED:20141019T043732Z
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SUMMARY:Friend of IWPA: ABOUT WOMEN\, Hair
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT WOMEN \nALL ABOUT HAIR: With or Without \nLADIES – Please join us for an evening of Presentation\, Conversation\, and Inspiration. \nSix women will share their personal stories of having hair and not having hair. Afterwards we will have a conversation. Join us for the discussion. This is the stuff of great story. Get inspired to write your own. \nThis is a safe space to hear different sides of the story. Please come out and support these brave women telling their sides of things. This is a judgment-free zone.\n\nFREE STICKERS PROVIDED! \nUpstairs of Pizzeria Serio\nFood and drinks available for purchase. \n$10 entry – this money goes towards putting on future events and more free stickers \nOnce you come to one event\, you can then get up and tell your story at future events based on the topic. Oh yeah! Sounds like a plan! \nALL AGES WELCOME!
URL:https://www.iwpa.org/event/friend-of-iwpa-about-women-hair/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Friend of IWPA
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