Communications, Marketing, & Sales

Welcome to the Communications, Marketing, & Sales Community! Members of this community are interested in how communication works in various contexts. In this community, members will find resources that assist in their education on developing strong communication skills, thinking creatively, and vital collaboration skills needed to excel in these areas of interest. You’ll also find blogs, career development resources, and career opportunities in these areas of focus.

Who’s Hiring? 10 Organizations Advocating for Women and Girls

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March marks the annual celebration of Women’s History Month, a time to highlight the significant contributions that women and girls have made to society. As we take a step back to consider the incredible leaders, past and present, …

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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ARE YOU CATHOLIC? INTERESTED IN FIGHTING POVERTY?

Diocese Of Davenport Catholic Campaign For Human Development Internship

Who? Any U.S. Catholic with an interest in solidarity building, participation of the poor, and Catholic Social Teaching. Spanish-speaking preferred but not required.

What? Intern will work with one local CCHD …

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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Calling all International Vikings!

Cultural Orientation and Adjustment Workshop

We understand that transitioning to a new country can be both exhilarating and challenging. That’s why we’re here to offer valuable support and guidance through our Cultural Orientation and Adjustment Workshop.

This workshop is geared …

By Sumita Amrik
Sumita Amrik CORE Career Coach (S.T.E.M and Environment)
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Research Revelations

Name: Fernanda Rubi

Major: Majoring in Political Science, Multimedia Journalism and Mass Communication, and Communication Studies

School Year: Senior

Hometown/Country: Managua, Nicaragua

Fun Fact: My two sisters and I share the same first name (Maria)

My Research

I Participated in …

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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Fave Questions to Ask an Interviewer 💬✍🏻

Ever wondered what to ask when the interviews says… “Do you have any questions for me?”.

Here are a list of great idea:

By Claire Martino
Claire Martino
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Employment Tips for International Students

In addition to the tailored resources and advice below, international students should also refer to …

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Viking Connections

Daniel Allen

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  • Retired- Global Human Resources Director John Deere
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Sarah Bagley

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  • Glenview, Illinois
  • Human Resources Director Glenview Park District
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  • Los Angeles, California
  • Social Media Graphic Designer, Animator NFL
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Deb Erhart

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  • Sugar Land, Texas
  • Human Resources Talent Acquisition Consultant Fort Bend Independent School District
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  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager Alzheimer's Association®
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  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Director of College and Fair Relations StriveScan
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Jake Glimco

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  • Skokie, Illinois
  • Senior Digital Marketing Manager Cannabistry
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Liz Lefelstein

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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • SEO Product Leader | Data Storytelling Expert Apple | TEKKI DIGITAL, Inc
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Brad Lott

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  • Washington, District of Columbia (D.C.)
  • Vice President of Global Partnerships Monumental Sports
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Pat Manser

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  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Senior Vice President, Marketing Enhance Health
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  • Forest Park, Illinois
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Skill Building Courses

Brand Redesign: Small Business

Taught by Von Glitschka
Rebranding can help a company rebuild a reputation or go in a new direction. For designers, rebranding projects present a…

A Marketer’s Guide to Writing Catchy Headlines

Taught by EverCourse
For many writers, even professionals, writing a headline is a long and difficult process. You want a headline that entices…

Aligning Sales and Marketing

Taught by Marcus Murphy
Sales and marketing don’t always play for the same side. Each group undervalues the contributions of the other—and this conflict…

Lead Generation Foundations (2019)

Taught by Dina Shapiro
You can’t build a business without loyal customers. Lead generation is the proven way to grow your customer base and…

Account-Based Marketing Foundations

Taught by Sangram Vajre
With fewer and fewer leads turning into customers, B2B marketers need a new approach. Done correctly, account-based marketing (ABM) can…

Designing Emotion: How to Use Design to Move People

Taught by Stefan Mumaw
Great designers are empaths. They harness the power of emotional response to connect to audiences and inspire action. If you…

Digital Marketing Trends

Taught by Martin Waxman
Stay up to date on the latest trends in digital marketing. In this biweekly series, marketing and social media expert…

Creating an Online Video Ad: 2 Editing, Uploading, and Marketing

Taught by Nick Harauz
Online video ads are essential for advertising any business, no matter how big or small. Video opens up a wider…

Fundamentals of a Redesign

Taught by Sean Adams
Most design projects don’t start from scratch. Instead, designers are usually asked to reimagine an existing brand. Redesigns can be…

B2B Marketing Foundations: Positioning

Taught by Ken Rutsky
Messaging is the fuel of your marketing efforts. Good messaging positions your brand for success. It distinguishes your offerings from…

Sales: Referral Selling

Taught by Joanne Black
Referrals offer the biggest competitive advantage of any sales tool out there—yet many teams aren’t using referral selling as the…

Creative Inspirations: Troika Design Group, Design and Branding Agency

Taught by Troika Design Group
Ever wonder who’s behind those cool identity graphics on broadcast and cable TV networks? Come take a peek behind the…

Marketing Foundations: The Marketing Funnel

Taught by Brad Batesole
Your goal as a marketer is to turn prospects into buyers. But there’s a lot more than conversion to consider…

Advertising Foundations

Taught by Jane Barratt
Learn the fundamentals of effective advertising and marketing communications. Former NYC ad executive Jane Barratt provides an overview of the…

Graphic Design: Small Business Identity Redesign

Taught by John McWade
Your client needs new branding. The current design is no longer relevant, accurate, or even consistent. Where to start? In…

Print Production: Direct Mail

Taught by Trish Witkowski
There is a strategic side and a practical side to direct mail. To get results, you need to pay close…

Yo Santosa, Branding Expert

Taught by Yolanda Santosa
Yo Santosa took a big leap when she decided to quit her job as a motion graphics artist. But her…

Learning to Write Marketing Copy

Taught by Ian Lurie
Copy is the heart and soul of almost every marketing endeavor. Get a great foundation for all your campaigns with…

Jonah Berger on Viral Marketing

Taught by Jonah Berger
Why do some ideas spread while others fade away? Jonah Berger, PhD, professor of marketing at the Wharton School and…

Web Motion: Create an Animated Banner Ad

Taught by Tom Green
Learn to create a simple web banner with motion and interactivity. This installment of Web Motion for Beginners shows you…

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