It seems only fitting that I end my PRSSA journey the same way it began, with a Progressions Blog. My first PRSSA Conference was the 2023 Leadership Assembly in Scottsdale, Arizona. While attending this conference, I avidly took notes and absorbed the influx of information I received. These professionals spoke about life-changing advice that I had never been given, and […]
One of the most impactful benefits of being a PRSSA member is access to more than $100,000 in scholarships and awards distributed yearly. These opportunities extend far beyond financial support. They represent recognition, validation and momentum in a student’s public relations journey. PRSSA offers a range of individual scholarships and Chapter-level awards that honor everything from academic excellence and leadership […]
Navigating college as a neurodivergent student can feel like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Traditional academic spaces aren’t always built with neurodivergence in mind, making things like rigid deadlines, sensory overload and unclear expectations overwhelming. I learned this the hard way when I transitioned from high school to college, where the shift in structure caught […]
At ICON 2024, I had the pleasure of recording a podcast with a great role model of mine, Gina Laughlin. Gina is the Vice President of Global Communications at Delta Air Lines and serves as a Co-chair for Champions for PRSSA. Her leadership, poise and passion for mentorship shines through in everything she does. You can listen to the first […]
LinkedIn is a very valuable platform for students. It offers networking opportunities, the ability to build a personal brand, aiding in the job search and so much more! It may seem like a platform that is made for established professionals, but there is so much to gain from utilizing LinkedIn as a student. Even though it might seem daunting, as […]
Versión en español En un mundo donde todo se mueve rápidamente y las primeras impresiones son cruciales, los términos “imagen personal” y “marca personal” suelen confundirse. En el área de las relaciones públicas es común escuchar acerca de ambos conceptos, pero ¿sabes realmente cuál es la diferencia? En este artículo hablaremos un poco de los conceptos, diferencias y cómo fortalecer […]
I remember the first time my therapist told me I was a perfectionist. I thought to myself, “There’s no way I could be a perfectionist; I’m not good enough at anything.” Little did I know that was exactly the kind of thinking that makes me the type of perfectionist I am. Perfectionism seems to be a hot topic in our […]
Throughout my childhood, I raised cattle with my family on a small rural operation – through which my gratitude for farmers and ranchers was instantly formed. Unsurprisingly, I gravitated toward this industry when pursuing my first public relations internship. In May, I began my time with AdFarm, a full-service agency with a range of agricultural clients in both the United […]
When I joined the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), I knew I had found a community that built my professional skills and, more importantly, helped me find my voice in the PR world. The opportunities to connect with industry leaders, collaborate with like-minded peers, and get hands-on experience have been an incredible journey. It’s not just a student […]
Since June, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a social media intern for the Boys & Girls Club of Fullerton, California. My main focus has been capturing and sharing the organization’s vibrant moments. This experience has been inspiring, educational and has shown me the difference you can make in your community. One of the most rewarding aspects of working […]
