TechWhirl (TECHWR-L) is a resource for technical writing and technical communications professionals of all experience levels and in all industries to share their experiences and acquire information.
For two decades, technical communicators have turned to TechWhirl to ask and answer questions about the always-changing world of technical communications, such as tools, skills, career paths, methodologies, and emerging industries. The TechWhirl Archives and magazine, created for, by and about technical writers, offer a wealth of knowledge to everyone with an interest in any aspect of technical communications.
In regards to Robert Maxey's question about how valuable a writing
degree is in the field of writing, I have a short answer.
Because the value of degrees has always been a hot debate, I believe
that it all depends upon how the potential employer values the degree --
and how you value your degree or choice not to pursue one.
By the way, I have an MA in English (concentration: pedagogy), and I,
myself, highly value what my education has done for me. It expanded my
thinking about philosophy, religion, science, and so on, in addition to
providing me a skill to make money.
Pursue happiness!
-- Shannon
Shannon Folena,
Technical Writer
C&K Systems, Inc., Folsom, CA
SFolena -at- CKSys -dot- com
