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Writing Workshop: The Art of Simplicity

2025-03-13 19:00:00 2025-03-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Writing Workshop: The Art of Simplicity Author Kate Goggin presents effective plain language techniques that simplify writing, enhance its impact, and engage audiences. This workshop is designed for all writers. Rust Library - Large Meeting Room

Thursday, March 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-13 19:00:00 2025-03-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Writing Workshop: The Art of Simplicity Author Kate Goggin presents effective plain language techniques that simplify writing, enhance its impact, and engage audiences. This workshop is designed for all writers. Rust Library - Large Meeting Room

Rust Library

Large Meeting Room

Author Kate Goggin presents effective plain language techniques that simplify writing, enhance its impact, and engage audiences. This workshop is designed for all writers.

Kate Goggin is a certified technical writer with over 20 years of experience in government communications, specializing in aviation, science, technology, and international affairs. She recently wrote the book, 10 Little Rules When Good Jobs Go Bad: Learn, Grow and Reclaim Your Power…at Work and in Life, using plain language to convey her ideas. 

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AGE GROUP: | High School | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Education/Language |

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