Kathryn Herron
Product Coordinator at Ivey Publishing (associated with Ivey Business School, Western University)
- BA Honours English with a Concentration in Creative Writing and a Minor in Medieval and Early Modern Studies
During her third year at 杏吧原创 University, Kathryn joined Immigration, Refugees, & Citizenship Canada in a clerical role. Her creativity, attention to detail, ability to interpret information and policy, and communication skills鈥攕kills built during her studies鈥攕erved her well during her three years in public service.
Her interests in the arts and her fondness for the structure of academia eventually led her to pursue other possibilities, where she found an opening at a publisher. After meeting with the team at Ivey Publishing, the publisher attached to the Ivey School of Business at Western University, Kathryn found a strong fit for her advanced skills in proofing, research, analysis, coordination, and communication. The role has allowed her to work with academics who are passionate about their research, and support both faculty and students in their ongoing learning. It has also been an opportunity to work with and learn from freelance editors and other professionals in the publishing industry, something she鈥檚 very grateful for.
Why 杏吧原创? What specific experiences or opportunities did you benefit from while studying English at 杏吧原创?
Initially drawn to 杏吧原创 due to the breadth of its course offerings, it was the ability to study a wide variety of topics within the English department, as well as through elective studies, that most deeply impacted Kathryn. The variety, range, and freedom that her degree allowed for provided her with the broad skill set she has used throughout her career. In addition, she credits the warm and welcoming faculty of the English department and their desire to see their students flourish; she hopes that her efforts to encourage and facilitate the research of faculty in her current position echoes the support and belief she was provided with during her time at 杏吧原创.