The Informer Page 8

June 1, 1989

Informer Readership Survey: what you said

Thanks to the 67 people who took the time to fill out
the survey. They contained a lot of useful information,
which should enhance future Informers if the editor
pays any attention at all. Generally, the Informer is
read cover to cover (75% responded yes to this).

Almost all (91%) agreed that it is the right length,
and everyone said they enjoyed the writing style (100%).

55% thought that it should come out bi-weekly,
while 33% felt monthly was adequate. The editor says
she'll continue to do it when she feels like it, though bi-
weekly sounds about right to her now. This seemed to
work last fall until the calendar came around and she
fell apart. Send wine, sympathy cards, and pre-written
articles, and it might come out more than once-a-month
through January and February.

The most popular features were about College
people, followed by reviews of events and features about
programs. Some suggestions for other types of articles
include: letters to the editor (so, write already!), more
information on the Sunshine Coast and Howe Sound
centres, current gossip (do you want names and will you
pay legal fees?), news about other colleges and post-
secondary issues in general.

There appear to be no problems with the current
format, although 24% want to see more cartoons.

Here’s where we boast.

“I like the Informer just as it is. It covers a broad
spectrum of topics and interests for all. Keep up the
good work. It’s an excellent tool for communication.”

“Look forward to reading it. Adds a personal touch to
the college atmosphere.”

“Love the Informer. Best internal newsletter I’ve
seen!”

“As a Board member, I consider the Informer an

excellent source of information as to what’s happening
at Cap. Keep up the good work.”

“Thanks very much for including me on your mailing
list—although I haven’t worked full-time at Cap for five
years, I do keep in touch and love getting informed.”

All quotes were paid for in full at time of
publication.

Now, what everyone has been waiting for... The
dinner winner for two at the Cannery Seafood
Restaurant (value up to $60) is Jane Hamilton, editor of
the Informer. Thank you to CHQM AM/FM who so
kindly donated the dinner prize. Jane will be thrilled.

The winner of the $25 Jake O’Grady bucks (kindly
donated by Lance Fletcher) is, wait, for it.... Judi
Fletcher. Judi will be dining and drinking alone on her J
O’G money in the fond hope of attracting a certain tall
blonde who runs that bar.

The official draw winners are: Ruth D’Hollander
(ARC)}—dinner at the Cannery, and Susan Bell (North
Shore Enterprise Development Centre)—Jake O’Grady
Bucks.

Come by the P.R. office to discuss their prizes with
Jane and Judi, who generally are reasonable people. Try
bribery.

Now, the most important part.

(Written by Bev Greene and not edited one little bit)

One last note. The quality of the Informer is a result
of the talent, hard work and perseverance of writer,
designer and keyboarder Jane Hamilton. Credit also
goes to Edna Sakata for photography, Dave Sharrock for
very rapid photo screening and Linda Givens, Dave
Callow and Jan Propp in the Printshop for consistently
turning this job around in record time. Thank you all.

— Bev Greene

Several
former
producers of
College
newsletters
band
together for
mutual
support,
sympathy,
and the odd
day out