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What Is Technical Writing? Tips and How To Get Started

Technical writing is a type and style of fact-driven written communication that delivers information and instructions. In contrast to other forms of writing, which may be meant to entertain or tell a…

Posted on June 06, 2025

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What Is New Media?

New media refers to any form of communication that is delivered digitally. If you spend a substantial amount of time online, you have already encountered new media. Anything that includes content...
Posted on February 19, 2025

What Is Corporate Communications?

The way a business, nonprofit or governmental agency communicates reflects its brand identity. This brand identity, along with all organizational communications, is carefully curated by corporate...
Posted on February 18, 2025

What Can You Do With a Liberal Arts Degree?

You may find completing a degree in the liberal arts to be a rewarding experience. Graduates with a liberal arts education have the potential to pursue employment across a variety of career fields. In...
Posted on January 22, 2025

Is an English Degree Worth It?

Should I major in English? If you're considering a major in English, you may be wondering about the skills you can gain and the career options available to you upon graduation. English degrees can...
Posted on December 16, 2024

How a Writing Internship Can Help Start Your Career

Do you have a passion for writing and want to make your passion your purpose with a satisfying career? The best way to start your career and ensure a smooth transition from being a full-time student...
Posted on November 19, 2024

Is Public Relations a Good Major?

Do you have a knack for communicating clearly and persuasively? Are you great at thinking on your feet and solving challenges? Perhaps a career in public relations (PR) could be a good fit for you.Is...
Posted on October 24, 2024

How To Use AI

An increasingly pressing technological advancement for instructors and students alike that is still in the process of taking shape, is how, when or if to use AI writing programs. There is...
Posted on September 16, 2024

What Are Humanities Courses in College?

You may be wondering, What are humanities courses? Humanities courses analyze the human experience and human expression throughout history to seek an understanding of the breadth and depth of our...
Posted on August 07, 2024

How Public Speaking Class Can Benefit You in Your Career

Many individuals dread taking a public speaking class in college. As many as 77% of Americans say they suffer from a fear of public speaking.1 If you are one of the individuals that shares this fear...
Posted on August 01, 2024
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About Letters and Voices

Letters and Voices is a blog that explores the impact of communications and language in our daily lives. The choices we make in the communication messages we send and receive structure the nature of our relationships, drive our motivations and values in career and community, as well as create positive solutions to address current problems. We hope that you will find these blog entries engaging and thought-provoking as you reflect on the impact your own communication choices have in your life and the lives of those around you.

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