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Mission: GO to 11!

A mother, daughter, overachiever and journalist in retraining hopes to stay in graduate school

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    Tiny

  • Location:Gig Harbor, Washington, United States

  • Category:Education

My Story

"Whether you think that you can, or that you can't, you are usually right." ~Henry Ford


Hello! You've learned a few details about me, and below are a few more not covered in the video:

For the past decade, part of my work has involved telling the stories of local communities and people as a journalist. The feedback I've received has been very humbling, and it's great to know so many readers enjoy my work. Still, the shift in the industry meant I needed to change my strategy. It led me to refocus beyond journalism into helping companies and organizations tell their stories directly to the public. With the new skills and knowledge I am acquiring through MCDM, I can be even more effective in doing that.

My first quarter back in school has already stretched me in exciting ways. I am approaching a few local nonprofits to create three-minute videos for them pro bono, so I can expand my multimedia production skills while helping them showcase their work. If this is the result of merely one quarter, imagine the results of the entire program!


Why I'm Here

After I lost my newspaper contract and my plan to self-finance my program fell through, I began looking at other possibilities such as grants, scholarships and fellowships offered at UW. Finding opportunities in the middle of a school year is very challenging, so I am working on applications for next year. In the meantime, I decided to try the idea of a self-created scholarship fund via sponsorships where I can give something in return. I hope to attract those who can use my skills and experience in exchange for their support, but also welcome any inspirational contributions that have no offered "perks."


What I Need & What You Get

The total goal of $9,000 will pay for three half-time quarters (one class per quarter, bringing me up to 20 credits out of the 45 required for the degree). In the event I exceed my goal, I will enroll full-time instead during the winter quarter. All the money raised will go to tuition, so any amount helps. Next quarter begins on Jan. 4 so I do have a bit of a time crunch for the first one-third of the goal.


The Fine Print

Since the total amount covers tuition for the rest of the academic year, the "perks" that involve services can be claimed any time over that same time period after the campaign ends (but let me know if your need is more urgent). Please contact me if any of the terms are not clear or you would like to pitch me an alternative perk, I'm open to ideas!

GIVE A PLEDGE!

If you'd like to do a sponsorship but are not able to do it before the end of the campaign, contact me with your pledge. This amount will not be reflected here but I will keep my supporters posted via an update.

Information About Me


Special Thanks

Thank you to Doña Keating of Professional Options, Charles Keating of Keating Consulting Service, Inc, Frank J. Kenny, WestSound Home & Garden Magazine, Popcorn Chef and Amy's Decadent Chocolates for your support of this effort. Also special thanks to MCDM for your support.

Other Ways You Can Help

Spread the word! If you know a company that may be interested in sponsorships or have friends who like to support educational goals, please send this page to them. And if you stumbled onto this campaign on your own or are looking for other worthy causes, please peruse indiegogo.com for other ideas; I appreciate you considering me!

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