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Nick Erickson

  • Writer and Editor, The George Washington University
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As seen in: The Washington Post, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, George Washington Today, EIN News, Leader-Telegram, Illinois State University News, Amazon Science, ETF Database, Rice Lake Chronotype, The Spectator (Eau Claire, WI)
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Monuments by way of the Midwest.

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Nick Erickson’s Biography

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Feature writer committed to telling stories that inform and inspire. Capable of creating content for a wide variety of topics, including diversity and inclusion; academics; athletics; breaking news; and human interest pieces.

Bylines at Illinois State University—websites and publications. Previously found in the Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, and The Washington Post. Published work at National Voting Rights Museum and Institute in Selma, Alabam…

Nick Erickson’s Journalist Portfolio

Life story: Blugolds coach Swanigan preached opportunity, changed lives

Life story: Blugolds coach Swanigan preached opportunity, changed lives

Former UW-Eau Claire football coach Derrick Swanigan died in a situation he worked so tirelessly to prevent i…

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Randall Cobb returns to Packers for revenge, chance to add to 'Titletown' trophy case

Randall Cobb returns to Packers for revenge, chance to add to 'Titletown' trophy case

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb signed back with the team following a devastating loss in the 20…

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Knutson was all-in on life

Knutson was all-in on life

Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School lost one of its beloved sons as 17-year old Owen Knutson died in a plane cras…

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His brother's hero: A debt is owed to an autistic sibling just as many of us owe someone in our l...

His brother's hero: A debt is owed to an autistic sibling just as many of us owe someone in our l...

My older, autistic brother moved into a group home last summer. I wrote a column describing what his life mea…

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Fans gear up for WWE's SmackDown

Fans gear up for WWE's SmackDown

Why do people take such joy in watching scripted wrestling? I dug for the answer.

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Rep. Kind says civil rights gains made in the 1960s are at risk

Rep. Kind says civil rights gains made in the 1960s are at risk

Caught up with U.S. Congressman Ron Kind (D-WI) at the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery to see how…

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Articles

GW Civic Changemakers Help Young Voices Shape Their Communities

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By Nick Erickson
| George Washington Today
A 2023 JAMA Network Open study that analyzed behavior traits from more than 50,000 youth and adolescents found significant evidence suggesting that when young people engage in community service or civic activities, they experience notable improvements in well-being. Not only did these children and teens find a sense of belonging and purpose, but they also experienced higher overall health ratings and fewer behavior problems.
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Colorado Court of Appeals Clarifies Timing for Objecting to Arbitration

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By Garrett C. Parks, Nick Erickson
| reedsmith.com
In a recent published decision, the Colorado Court of Appeals clarified the timing under which a litigant must object to arbitration proceedings under the Colorado Revised Uniform Arbitration Act, C.R.S. § 13-22-201, et seq. (CRUAA). In doing so, the Court also expressly departed from a prior published decision. In Wright v. Goldstein, the parties formed an LLC and entered into an operating agreement and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the new LLC.
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GW Hosts Forum for 2026 D.C. Mayoral Candidates

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By Nick Erickson
| George Washington Today
For the first time in two decades, the mayoral race in Washington, D.C., will feature an incumbent-less ballot as current three-term mayor Muriel Bowser is not seeking another, marking a significant moment in District politics as newcomers seek the city’s highest office with a clean slate.
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Interview

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What was your first job as a journalist?

I was a staff writer for The Spectator, which is the student newspaper at UW-Eau Claire.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

I unfortunately have not but would love to experience it.

How is social media changing news?

It literally is a 24-hour cycle that doesn't sleep, and it's become more vital than ever to get information right.

Awards

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Wisconsin Newspaper Association

2018 - Class B Sports Feature

Second place

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Wisconsin Newspaper Association

2017 - Class A Sports Breaking News

Second Place

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Wisconsin Newspaper Association

2017 - Class A Sports Section

Best section

Wisconsin Newspaper Association

2018 - Class B Sports Section

First place

Wisconsin Newspaper Association

2017 - Class A Sports Feature

Third place

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Ann Devroy Fellow

2014 - Student journalism

Awarded a two-week fellowship at the Washington Post, given annually to the school's top journalism student

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