Katie Couture
This
year's Public Relations Director, Katie
Couture, is a fifth year senior. She is a
broadcast and digital media major, working
on an English minor. She hales from West
Allis, Wisconsin, which is roughly 1 mile
out of Milwaukee.
Katie chose UW-L for it's large amount
of opportunities for students within and
outside of campus. She also enjoys the small
campus, along with it's bluff backdrop. She
is the general manager for UW-L's student
run radio station, RAQ Radio and has loved
being a part of other groups in the past,
including RHAC and NRHH.
During the 2012-2013 school year, she
wants to work hard to ensure that Student
Association is showcased as a positive and
professional governing body on campus. She
intends to help organize events which will
give students more knowledge about what
UWLSA has done for them in the past, and
what they're working on presently. Katie
believes that Student Association is truly a
great way for students' voices to be heard
and is excited to be a part of it.
The Director of PR will be responsible for communication with the entire campus and community for Student Association. Duties may include writing press releases, setting up news conferences, and producing publicity for SA campaigns and events. The PR Director will report directly to the President and Vice President but will work closely with all of the SA directors and senators. It shall be the duty of the PR Director to:
1. Produce and assist in distribution of publicity for
campaigns and events. Publicity could include but is not
limited to press releases, fliers, table tents, posters, and
electronic communication,
2. Work in conjunction with The Racquet and Campus
Connection to inform the student body about weekly Student
Association discussions and decisions,
3. Contact the La Crosse Tribune’s Higher Education
reporter, and other members of the local media, to inform
him/her about meetings, open forums, and any important
Student Association topics/decisions,
4. Help in fielding any questions from local/national media
outlets,
5. Weekly update of the UWLSA website,
6. Complete additional responsibilities that seem fitting
and necessary and proper for the position.
Email: couture.kath@uwlax.edu
Phone: (414) 704-0186
Office Hours: By Appointment