Writing Samples
Comedy Open Mic Night at Wanderlinger Brewing Company
Published by Visit Chattanooga/Chattanooga Tourism Company
This article provides fun and informative details about Wanderlinger Brewing Company's Comedy Open Mic Night. As part of a series showcasing Chattanooga’s stages, Wanderlinger establishes themselves as great hosts for many exciting events throughout the week.
Published on Rising Rock Media
"More Than Just Hair" is a story that follows Meghan Landis' hair studio Good Sister Studio—located on Northshore, Chattanooga. Landis details her love for her career and sustainable practice that set them apart from others in the industry. I did the written piece, photos, and audio piece.
Media Kit for McKamey Animal Center
Media Advisory/Alert:
The annual Doggie Pool Party at McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga was an idea that I developed during a class at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC). The concept for this event, written content, and overall layout, was created by me.
Press Release:
The Merry Mutts Adoption Fair is a adoption event taking place at Mckamey Animal Center during the week of Christmas. This event provides an opportunity for individuals and families to adopt a pet completely free of charge, with the aim of addressing the issue of overcrowding at the shelter. The concept for this event, written content, and overall layout, was developed by me.
Crisis Statement
This statement was created to inform the community about a life-threatening illness that dogs had been experiencing recently. The primary purpose of the statement was to ensure that community members were adequately informed and to reassure them that the shelter is taking necessary precautions to protect the dogs in their care. The topic of the statement was created by my group partner and I, while the written copy was done by me.
Media Advisory/Alert for Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Media Alert
As a part of a larger project for a class at UTC, I created a fictional event for the Boys & Girls Club in Chattanooga to host. “A Night of Hope For All Children” is a fundraising event to help pay for school supplies in the Chattanooga area. The concept for this event and written content was created by me.
Students Stay Active to Have Mental Clarity
This unpublished article discusses the Be Well series that was launched by the Center for Wellbeing at UTC. It shows how engaging in physical activity and movement can significantly aid in reducing stress levels among students. The program emphasizes the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle for overall mental and emotional wellness, providing students with valuable tools and resources to manage their stress effectively.
Students are Straying from the Tradition of College
This unpublished article discusses how young people are increasingly looking to trade and certification programs more than ever before. Attending college and completing a degree is no easy feat, and many students have come to realize the significant benefits of these alternative programs. These pathways offer practical skills and hands-on experience, allowing individuals to enter the workforce sooner and often with less financial burden.