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Reverse Magazine: Supplements That May Aid in Weight Loss

Reverse Magazine: Supplements That May Aid in Weight Loss: "Stacey Nottingham" Great article! Must read! If you want to loose weight & keep it off!

Executive Board for Fall 2008

(From Left: Yezi, Maria, Noel, Erika, Henry, Mark)

1. President Elect

    Erika Arriola 

    earri002@fiu.edu

2. VP of Chapter Development & Membership

    Henry Billete 

    billeteh@yahoo.com

3. VP of PR & Promotions 

    Yezi Giraldo

    ygira001@fiu.edu

4. VP of Marketing 

    Mark Diejuste

    mdieu003@fiu.edu

5. VP of Advertising 

    Maria Scudella  

    scudellamaria@aol.com

6. VP of Technology & Digital Innovation 

    Noel Walter

    nvwalter@gmail.com

Faculty Adviser

Margo Berman

fiuberman@aol.com

President
Manuel E. Gutierrez
manuelgutierrez.pr.@gmail.com

The podcast for the meeting on October 15th will be posted soon. Be on the lookout.

Margo Berman's book featured on Delta Airlines flights

Florida International University AWC chapter advisor, Professor Margo Berman’s book, “Street-Smart Advertising: How to Win the Battle of the Buzz,” will be featured in all Delta Airlines flights in June 2008. This impressive and informative book gives the reader, any reader, a step-by-step instruction on how to market yourself and others.


http://www.delta-sky.com/2008_06/fullmagazine/index.php?id=32

2008 National Awards

Margo Berman, AWC FIU Student Chapter faculty adviser since 1994 and much acclaimed speaker from last year’s AWC National Conference, is the 2008 AWC Outstanding Adviser Award recipient. Berman is highly involved with the chapter, offering critical advice about the communications world to her students.
One of her crucial recommendations for young professionals is to network and attend as many conferences as you can!

AWC FIU Student Chapter also is the winner of the 2008 AWC Outstanding
Student Chapter Award! This award is based on high quality, visible programming,
fundraising activities and/or special community involvement.
AWC FIU Student Chapter had a very dedicated group of students who met every week this year. In addition to raising $900 for the AWC Student Scholarship
fund, they doubled their membership from the fall to the spring semester.
Berman and the AWC Florida International University Student Chapter will be honored at the 2008 AWC National Conference.

Magaly the Hotdogger

Here are some pics I took at FIU. The Weinermobile came just for me! My first pics as a Hotdogger! I'm soooo Excited! I wanted you guys to be the first to see it before I get published in the school's magazine and featured on the school's homepage. Thanks Prof. Berman and AWC!

Executive Board for Spring, Summer and Fall 2008

1. Manuel E. Gutierrez II, President
manuelgutierrez.pr@gmail.com


2. Maria Alexandra Sanchez, Vice-President
mariaalexandras@yahoo.com


3. Anabel Mejia-Snipes, President Elect
anabelsnipes@hotmail.com


4. Micaela Ancewicz, VP of Events
mance002@fiu.edu


5. Jonette Tiffany Robinson, VP of Publicity
jdotrobinson@gmail.com


6. Katrina Fernandez, VP of Membership
kfern011@fiu.edu


7. Sabina Ontiveros, VP of Promotions
sonti001@fiu.edu

Spotlight: Magaly Estrella

The Journey to Now:

The Magaly Estrella Mini-Biography

By: Kristine McGlinchey


As a student attending Florida International University since 2005, Magaly Estrella will be graduating with a degree in Liberal Studies and a minor in Communications this April. The soon-to-be graduate will be saying “goodbye” to Miami and “hello” to the open road as an Oscar Mayer “Hotdogger.” The road to her success has included stops in substitute teaching and interning at 944 Magazine and Public Relations firm Janinha Inc.

Serving as Vice President for The Association for Women in Communications for over a year, her active involvement in fundraisers and special events earned her the AWC scholarship this semester. Last March she helped coordinate a highly successful workshop and networking event, “It’s a Jungle Out There!” which featured many prominent figures throughout the Communications field.

The experience and insight she has gained through the organization has opened up an exciting opportunity for her to be a part of the Oscar Mayer team. Chosen from over a thousand applicants, Magaly was one of 14 selected to travel across the country in the Weinermobile attending special festivals and events to promote the already well-known brand.

With the support of her parents Pedro and Maria Estrella and Professor Berman, Magaly was able to stay focused and achieve success. She offers these simple yet powerful words of advice to fellow students “GET INVOLVED!”

Sabina's Spotlight

Interview done by J. Tiffany Robinson, VP of Publicity of AWC

At the age of 21, Sabina Ontiveros is getting her sweet taste of success. As a senior at Florida International University, she has already set herself apart from the rest and has claimed her spot on the top of the creativity ladder. Sabina is a college senior majoring in Advertising and will be graduating with a minor in English. Recently, Sabina has been awarded an award for her efforts creating discussions about Professor Berman's book, Street-smart Advertising. She has also made it to the semi-finalist round for the Hallmark intership opportunity. As we delve into the mind of Sabina Ontiveros, we learn that she is far from the average college student --- she has an extraordinary force of creative energy. We congratulate her and wish her the best of luck!

J: Heritage/ Nationality?

Sabina: I'm an American of Mexican descent

J: How does it feel to have so much honors given to you all at once?

Sabina: To be honest, it's really overwhelming. It's a lot of emotions at once! I couldn't believe that I won the Creativity Scholarship, and the fact that I'm a semifinalist for the Hallmark summer internship is very surreal. I feel very fortunate to have such honors bestowed upon me. I am very thankful. It's really exciting!

J: In what ways are these two awards similar and/ or different?

Sabina: Both of these awards called for creativity and a passion for writing. They were similiar in the fact that I had to showcase my talents and my creativity, as well as my love of writing. However, they were different in that the Hallmark application called for more critical and analytical thinking while the Creativity Scholarship was more open to whatever the applicant wanted to put down.

J: How important is creativity to you?

Sabina: It's deeply important to me. Creativity is what fuels my life. It is integral. There isn't a day that goes by where I am not inspired or get a new idea. If there was no creativity in the world, it would be nothing short of a wasteland. I would not be able to thrive if creativity was nonexistent. I don't think anyone could.

J: How did you go by generating sales for Professor Berman's book?

Sabina: To be honest, I had heard about Professor Berman's book last year but I wasn't aware of what it completely entailed until I took her class this Spring 2008 semester. I do highly recommend it to anyone that is interested in media or in the advertising field.

J: What is your favorite college course at the moment (Spring 2008)?

Sabina: That's a tough question! I have to say that I'm really enjoying all of my courses, most especially Electronic Art and Advanced Print Concepts and Radio and TV Concepts. These courses stimulate my creativity, and one thing that I love is learning new things. I have learned a lot in Professor Berman's class, and I'm grateful for it. Electronic Art is a great class because I'm able to improve my skills in Photoshop as well as experiment with different art styles and make new ones. I'm having a great semester this year.

J: Do you have any heroes and major influences?

Sabina:I admire strong women and people who are extremely creative. Definitely Lucy Lawless of Xena: Warrior Princess and the creators behind the video game Final Fantasy IV. I also admire Gwen Stefani because she's a great singer, fashion designer, and was absolutely amazing in No Doubt. I have her and the band to thank for my musical influences.

J: What's next for you?

Sabina: Definitely graduating from FIU and getting a job in a creative field. I'd also really love to get started on some personal projects, including an online comic and writing fiction novels. There's also a bunch of new video games coming out that I'd love to play in my free time!

J: What are your future career goals?

Sabina: I'd love to work at a company that ultilizes my imagination and creativity, as well as write fantasy novels and work on my art

J: Any words of advice for individuals who are struggling with their creativity?

Sabina: Don't try to force yourself! It's easier to let creativity come to you rather than search for it. For me, music is a big factor in aiding my creativity. I'd also suggest reading fiction and nonfiction books, sampling different kinds of music, and meeting new people. Get out and experience new things. Travel. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can be inspired when you surround yourself with new experiences!

J: Any favorite Quote/ Words you live by?

Sabina: I'll answer both! A quote by Tad Danielewski: "Communication is not just words; communication is architecture. Because of course it is quite obvious that a house which would be built without the sense, without that desire for communication, would not look the way your house looks today." The words that I live by are: "Monotony is a monstrosity."

J: Something weird about you people may not know?
Sabina: I once dressed up as a wizard for Halloween when I was 8. I had a beard, a crystal ball and robes. I'm also obsessed with chocolate milk and European metal.

J: Let's play a bit of WORD ASSOCIATION...life?

Sabina: Experience

J: scholarship?

Sabina: Amazing

J: opportunity?
Sabina: Boundless

J: Sabina?
Sabina: Unique

It's a Jungle Out There!...Thank You

Hey all,

I just received this e-mail and I want to share it with all of you:

Hello Magaly,

Just wanted to thank you for having the workshop last week (It's a Jungle Out There). It was very informative! I'm glad I was able to attend and network.

Best Regards,
Vanessa Ortega

*This is what it's all about. Thank you Manny and all of my volunteers for helping make this event a success for AWC and the students of FIU...the future communicators.

FIU SJMC hosts 17th Annual Student Celebration & Award Ceremony

Florida International University will be hosting the 17th Annual Student Celebration & Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 3rd 2008. The School of Journalism and Mass Communication will honor its students for their excellence, dedication and achievements. This event is scheduled to commence at 5pm at the Biscayne Bay Campus in the WUC Ballroom. Special guests include, Virgil L. Smith and Marybel Rodríguez.

Virgil L. Smith, Vice President Talent Management for the Gannett Company, will be the keynote speaker. The Gannett Co., Inc. has made a name for itself in the communications world as they currently publish more than 80 daily newspapers in the USA. The company originated in 1906 and continues to expand and deliver news efficiently and to the nation.

Marybel Rodríguez, news anchor and reporter for CBS4 and My33 news station. Marybel graduated from Florida International University in the year 2000 with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism.

This event is sponsored by the Gannett Company and open to the public. For more information about Gannett Company, please visit http://www.gannett.com/.



For more information about this event, please contact Verónica C. Van Derdys Stzam at 305-919-5974.