Writing samples- which is comprised of various assignments for a Virginia Tech Hokie Wellness & SAVE (Suicide Awareness Campaign).

I completed a social media news release, infographic and a brochure for two different clients. In addition I have also completed media advisory, press releases, fact sheet. Outside of PR Writing, I have also completed several journalistic pieces.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BODY MATTERS WEEK IS HERE

BLACKSBURG, Va., April 1, 2020 – Virginia Tech’s Hokie Wellness will be hosting “Body Matters” week from April 20-24, 2020. Throughout the week there will be several events to promote physical and mental health to the community. The week will close on Friday, April 20^th at 8 a.m., with fitness guru Richard Simmons holding an in-person group workout class on the Drillfield. Students and staff can sign up for events on Hokie Wellness’s website until Wednesday, April 22, 2020.

Body Matters week is an initiative to expose the community to the many physical and mental health resources Virginia Tech offers. All events are free and during this time students and staff have access to health care professionals to get their questions answered. On Monday, a fitness expo will be held at McComas Hall. On Tuesday, in the Hahn Gardens there will be yoga at lunchtime. On Wednesday, information booths will be held at McComas Hall. A group walk will be conducted on Thursday starting from the North End Center. The week will conclude on Friday with a closing party on the Drillfield.

In the past, Hokie Wellness placed emphasis on the physical health aspect; this year they are emphasizing the importance of mental health. David Andrews, Associate Director for Hokie Wellness said, “Although the Body Matters week used to be solely focused on physical health, it is so important to also discuss the role of mental health. Richard Simmons has personally experienced the impact of mental health on his physical health so he’s a great person to visit us during the week. I think our student Hokies will have fun but also learn a lot during Body Matters this year.” In addition to the workout, the final event will also have free Jamba Juice smoothies. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed in their grooviest workout outfit to celebrate Body Matters week. year and has educational seminars every week for students to come and learn more about their health. Hokie Wellness is always looking for ways to improve and after Body Matters week a follow-up survey will be sent out.

Hokie Wellness’s mission is to foster a healthier Virginia Tech community. The department holds several health focused events throughout the year. To find out more about Hokie Wellness head to their website at https://hokiewellness.vt.edu/ or call at (540) 231-2233.

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Media Contact:

Abigail Darko

Abdarko5@vt.edu

(571) 528-3333

FACT SHEET

April 1, 2020

HOKIE WELLNESS PRESENTS: BODY MATTERS WEEK

HOKIE WELLNESS

• Hokie Wellness’s mission is to foster a healthier Virginia Tech community. The focus is on physical, mental, and emotional health amongst students, faculty, and staff.

• Hokie Wellness hosts health focused events and educational seminars throughout the year.

• The office is located at McComas Hall, 895 Washington Street
  Blacksburg, VA 24061

BODY MATTERS WEEK

• This year’s Body Matters week starts on Monday, April 20 and ends on Friday, April 24, 2020.

• Students will have the opportunity to speak with health professionals all day on Monday at McComas Hall and participate in lunchtime yoga on Tuesday at the Hahn Gardens.

• Information booths will be at McComas Hall all day on Wednesday and a group walk will depart from North End Center at 5 p.m. on Thursday.

• On Friday at 8 a.m. Body Matters week will end with an in-person workout by fitness guru Richard Simmons on the Drillfield.

• All events are free to attend and participate in. Participants must sign up online by Wednesday, April 22 for the Friday closing event.

• Questions can be directed to Hokie Wellness or at their website at www.hokiewellness.vt.edu

Media Contact:

Abigail Darko

Abdarko5@vt.edu

MEDIA ADVISORY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

HOKIE WELLNESS PRESENTS: BODY MATTERS WEEK

What: Hokie Wellness present Body Matters Week. A week that consists of wellness

walks, information booths, workouts, and the chance to speak with health

professionals and celebrate body positivity.

Who: An event hosted by Hokie Wellness, to promote wellness and body positivity amongst students, faculty, and staff. This year special guest Richard Simmons will also be in attendance.

Where: The event will take place on Virginia Tech’s Blacksburg campus in McComas Hall, at Hahn Gardens, the Drillfield, and North End Center. More information can be found on their website at www.hokiewellness.vt.edu.

When: Body Matters week will occur from Monday, April 20 to Friday, April 24, 2020.

The week will include events happening throughout the week with a closing party on Friday at 8 a.m.