We are proud of the accomplishments of our many volunteers who have made our chapter a success. And we celebrate the professional success of our members who have received prestigious recognition from the Society for Technical Communication.

Community Achievement Award (CAA)

The Society’s Community Achievement Awards (CAA) program recognizes STC chapters and Special Interest Groups (SIGs) for exceptional accomplishments in meeting Society goals through a wide range of programs and activities. Award levels are: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. We have an impressive award-winning record–made possible by the dedication of our members.

Platinum Award

2019 (awarded in May 2020): For the innovative way in which you promoted the community through a series of lunchtime mini-webinars that resulted in selling all the available GotoMeeting slots and acknowledging community volunteers with a Hero badge.

Silver Award

2018: For your dedication to the Society and our profession, shown through the offering of many face-to-face social and educational programs as well as excellent leadership and succession planning and processes.
2017: For your great support of the STC organization in all your social media postings; by encouraging members to volunteer/serve at the Society level; and for the wonderful emphasis on social and networking opportunities in your many programmed, educational, and social get-togethers.
2016: For your work in building community outside of the work environment through your extensive array of informal events, as well as your impressive student outreach through members sharing their technical communication expertise at area universities.

Prior to 2016, award levels were: Community of Distinction, Community of Excellence, and Community of Merit. NEO STC earned these awards:

Community of Distinction Award

2015: For providing value to members beyond your chapter’s geographic boundaries and helping to secure the future of technical communication through excellent programming, award-winning communications, and outstanding sponsorship efforts.
2014: For your dedication to your members and to the promotion of the technical communication field with an impressive number of initiatives and strong ties to the community and students in your area.
2013: For outreach to the community, non-members, and members through service, promotional activities, and member recognition.
2009: For developing innovative member services, achieving impressive membership renewals, and consistently seeking challenges that enhance technical communication in your community.

Community of Excellence Award

2012: For your successful efforts to involve the chapter and its members in the professional life of the larger community via your participation in the Cleveland Technical Societies Council (CTSC), for your encouragement of volunteerism within the chapter, and for your support of educational opportunities for students and practicing professionals.
2011: Citation not available.
2010: Citation not available.
2008: For conducting an outstanding regional conference, starting new public relations activities, and starting a new scholarship program for technical communication students at Ohio universities.
2007: For the accomplishment of in-depth initiatives, which beautifully align with the successful operation of a community.
2006: For recognizing, retaining, and recruiting members.
2004: For exceptional accomplishments in meeting STC goals.
2003: Citation not available.
2002: Citation not available.
2001: Citation not available.

Community of Merit Award

2005: Citation not available.

Community Pacesetter Award

Awarded by STC to an STC community that demonstrates work towards the Society’s goals by offering a novel program.

2018: For your dedication in preserving the history of your chapter by archiving several years of old newsletters in a searchable format.
2013: For creating the NEO STC book club that provides members opportunities to select books appropriate to the technical communication profession, get exposure to new viewpoints, and share personal knowledge while engaging in stimulating discussions.
2009: For innovating in all areas to grow and increase value, the Community Involvement Campaign, New Sponsorship Committee, work with Cleveland Technical Societies Council, membership campaign and reaching students, new Social Networking Committee, and Leadership Workshop.
2004: A one-time celebration of excellence for continued outreach to the community and other STC chapters.

Fellow in the Society for Technical Communication

STC Fellows contribute to the profession and the Society at the highest level, and are among the top technical communicators in the Society.

Sylvia Miller, 2015
Bob Young, 2015

Associate Fellow in the Society for Technical Communication

Associate Fellows are senior members who has been formally recognized by STC for having attained distinction in the field of technical communication.

Lynn Nickels, 2019
Kim Lindsey, 2016
Amy Vogt, 2015
Tricia Spayer, 2014
Kelly Graham, 2013
Bob Young, 2011

Angie Dianetti, 2010
Jill McCauslin, 2009
Bob Dianetti, 2009
Jeanette Evans, 2008
Barbara Philbrick, 2007
Bege K. Bowers, 2002

Distinguished Chapter Service Award (DCSA)

Awarded by STC and recognizes the hard work and commitment of STC’s community leaders. The DCSA is the highest level of recognition that a member can receive for service to their community.

Jason Vensel, 2020
Brian Smith, 2019
Paul Holland, 2018
Lisa Mileusnich, 2017
Lynn Nickels, 2017
Carrie Cianciola, 2016
Janean Voss, 2015
Sharon Jendrisak, 2014
Kim Lindsey, 2014
Denise Kadilak, 2013
Ginny Haas, 2013
Sarah Burke, 2012

Amy Vogt, 2011
Tricia Spayer, 2010
Stephanie Webster, 2009
Angela Dianetti, 2008
Robert Young, 2008
Lori Klepfer, 2007
Jeanette Evans, 2007
Beth Williams, 2006
Kris Henige, 2004
Jill McCauslin, 2003
Bob Dianetti, 2002
Bege Bowers, 2001

Barbara Philbrick, 2020
Kelly Graham, 1999
Curtis Stokes, 1998
Lori Moreland, 1997
Donna Burrer, 1996

APEX Award

Awards for Publication EXcellence, a reputable organization independent of STC, which recognizes publishers for quality work.

NEO STC online newsletter, “Lines & Letters” earned the APEX award in the following years:

2017: Sara Buchanan, Jeanette Evans, Lynn Nickels, Co-editors
2016: Jeanette Evans, Lynn Nickels, Co-editors
2014: Jeanette Evans, Lisa Mileusnich, and Lynn Nickels, Co-editors

APEX is an annual competition for publishers, editors, writers and designers who create print, Web, electronic and social media. Business, nonprofit, agency and freelance communicators can enter APEX to win awards for their best writing, publications, campaigns, programs, design and media. Communications Concepts, Inc. sponsors the APEX Awards and advises professionals who write, edit, and manage business communications on best strategies and practices.

Distinguished Technical Communication Award

Awarded by STC from thousands of entries in the International Technical Publications Competition: Chris Griffith and Wendy Majikas of Rockwell Automation, for “RSTrainer 2000 for RSLogix 5000 software,” 2004

Distinguished SIG Service Award

Awarded by STC to an STC Special Interest Group (SIG) member: Audrey Cielinski-Kessler, Policies and Procedures SIG, 2004

Community Programs Award

This recognition is awarded by STC to exemplary committees of STC communities.

2008: Public Relations, Award of Distinguished Technical Communication
2007: Newsletter, Award of Merit
2006: Public Relations, Award of Excellence – Mario Morelos
2003: Newsletter, Award of Merit
2002: Newsletter, Award of Merit

Jay R. Gould Award for Excellence in Teaching Technical Communication

Awarded by STC to a distinguished college-level educator in the field: Bege K. Bowers, Coordinator, Professional Writing and Editing, Youngstown State University, 1999