Meet the Author

Kate Dixon

Kate Dixon is a senior web content manager at UW Continuum College, where she’s proud to support innovation, excellence and access to world-class public education. She enjoys showcasing stories about learning momentum, student success and the power of education to inspire positive change.

Articles by Kate Dixon

February 12, 2026

How to Become a Marketing Specialist

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: Kate Dixon

Want to start your career in marketing? Learn what a marketing specialist does.

December 15, 2025

Unexpectedly Unemployed? Train for an In-Demand Job

In: Going Back to School

By: Kate Dixon

Need to get back in the game? You may qualify for benefits to train for a job that’s in demand.

May 22, 2025

Where to Find Scholarships for Your Certificate Program

In: Going Back to School

By: Kate Dixon

Find out how you can fund your certificate program through scholarships from your school, field of study or community.

April 9, 2025

UW Specializations: A New Way to Level Up Your Career Skills

In: Announcements

By: Kate Dixon

With UW specializations, people can learn in-demand career skills in about 12 weeks or less. Gain skills in a range of fields, from brand management to UX research.

April 3, 2025

How to Become a Software Developer

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: Kate Dixon

Software developers don’t just write code — they deliver solutions to real-world problems. And with the right set of skills, software developers can land a job in any industry.

February 28, 2025

What's the Difference Between a Certificate and a Certification?

In: Career Change & Advancement Going Back to School

By: Kate Dixon

Find out the differences between a certificate and a certification and learn how these credentials can boost your career.

November 15, 2024

Outstanding Teachers Help UWPCE Student Filmmakers Reach an Iconic Big Screen

In: Announcements

By: Kate Dixon

A 2024 Teaching Excellence Award honors instructors who create an exceptional learning experience for students in the UW Certificate in Film & Video Production.

May 20, 2024

4 Ways Leaders and Managers Differ

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: Kate Dixon

Leaders and managers are key to the success of any business. Find out how these roles differ, and how you can build the skills you need for each.

October 10, 2023

2023 Teaching Excellence Awards

In: Announcements

By: Kate Dixon

The annual Teaching Excellence Awards, presented by UW Continuum College, recognize teaching professionals who make outstanding contributions to student success.

March 30, 2023

7 Things Successful Fundraisers Need to Know

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: Kate Dixon

Advance any nonprofit organization's mission by learning these 7 things successful fundraisers need to know.

February 3, 2023

In-Demand Biotech Jobs

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: Kate Dixon

Not surprisingly, biotech is booming. Explore the in-demand roles of clinical research coordinator, biotech project manager and biomedical regulatory affairs manager.

December 1, 2021

5 Things You Didn't Know About Private Investigators

In: Hot Jobs & Career Trends

By: Kate Dixon

Being a private investigator isn’t just about covert surveillance. Discover some perhaps-surprising things about this profession, including the high demand for PIs.