John Spicochi, who will graduate from the University of New Mexico in May with a degree in English/professional writing, was recently awarded for technical communication expertise. Jonathan Price, president, Kachina Chapter, Society for Technical Communication, presented Spicochi with a certificate and a scholarship check for $250.
Photo: John Spicochi and Jonathan Price
Top technical communication students from New Mexico Tech and New Mexico State University were also awarded. Students were selected for outstanding academic work in technical communications programs and contributions to school programs.
Spicochi is an intern in the Technical Media Group at Eclipse Aviation where he proofreads and edits flight manuals, maintenance manuals and manufacturing manuals. His computer knowledge and background as a computer technician have proved valuable in this internship. After graduation, Spicochi plans to become a technical editor where he can use both computer and professional writing skills.
STC is an organization dedicated to advancing the art and science of technical communication. It is the largest organization of its type in the world. Its 18,000 members include technical writers and editors, content developers, documentation specialists, technical illustrators, instructional designers, academics, information architects, usability and human factors professionals, visual designers, Web designers and developers, and translators—anyone whose work makes technical information available to those who need it.