Why Are There So Few Black Men in Public Relations?

Why Are There So Few Black Men in Public Relations?

The field of public relations is booming, yet there are few Black men in the industry. As we dissect this issue, it’s essential to recognize the historical and ongoing barriers that keep many ​B​lack men from entering and thriving in public relations roles. It is also essential to highlight the opportunities for those who do make a career in the […]

Building Global bridges in Public Relations: Reflections From PRSSA ICON 2024 / Construyendo puentes globales en las relaciones públicas: reflexiones de PRSSA ICON 2024

Building Global bridges in Public Relations: Reflections From PRSSA ICON 2024 / Construyendo puentes globales en las relaciones públicas: reflexiones de PRSSA ICON 2024

Attending PRSSA ICON 2024 in Anaheim, California, was more than just a professional event; it was an experience that, as a student and representative of the University of San Martín de Porres in Lima, Perú, allowed me to dive into a sea of cultures, knowledge​​ and human connections. The idea of traveling to the United States for the first time […]

From Fear to Success: My PR Transformation in USMP PRSSA / Del miedo al éxito: mi transformación en relaciones públicas en USMP PRSSA

From Fear to Success: My PR Transformation in USMP PRSSA / Del miedo al éxito: mi transformación en relaciones públicas en USMP PRSSA

English Version I was born in Callao, Peru, a city well-known for being the country’s main port and a key hub for international maritime trade. I am the daughter of parents who didn’t have the opportunity to attend college, but worked tirelessly to ensure that I could become the first generation in my family to do so. During my first […]

From the Ground Up: A Summer Internship with AdFarm

From the Ground Up: A Summer Internship with AdFarm

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 […]

Empowering Futures: My Nonprofit PR Intern Journey with the Boys and Girls Club

Empowering Futures: My Nonprofit PR Intern Journey with the Boys and Girls Club

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 […]

The Sky is the Limit: An Internship Experience with Delta Air Lines

The Sky is the Limit: An Internship Experience with Delta Air Lines

After completing my Global Communications Internship at Delta Air Lines, I find myself reflecting on an experience that has been both professionally enriching and personally transformative. From May through early August, I had the opportunity to work with Delta’s HR Communications team, and it was a plethora of learning, growth and unforgettable experiences. The Delta Experience One of the many […]

My Experience Interning at a PR Agency–The Bliss Group

My Experience Interning at a PR Agency–The Bliss Group

There’s a First Time for Everything This summer I had my first internship with The Bliss Group because I was awarded the Bliss-Baker fellowship through PRSSA. So, before I start a big thank you to PRSSA for giving me this opportunity. As excited as I was, the imposter syndrome kicked in pretty quickly afterward. This was my first internship, I […]

Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity: How a Spark of Curiosity Ignited the Revival of Baruch’s PRSSA Chapter

Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity: How a Spark of Curiosity Ignited the Revival of Baruch’s PRSSA Chapter

In the beginning of 2024, I stood at a crossroads, contemplating the bridge between my studies in Corporate Communications and Marketing and their practical impact. It was a period filled with questions rather than answers, leading me to seek insights beyond the textbooks. Conversations with my professors revealed a previously unrecognized opportunity—the revival of the PRSSA Chapter at Baruch. This […]

Step Up and Stand Out: Apply for a PRSSA National Subcommittee

Step Up and Stand Out: Apply for a PRSSA National Subcommittee

Are you ready to take your PRSSA experience to the next level? Joining a PRSSA National Subcommittee is your ticket to exceptional leadership opportunities, professional growth, and a chance to connect with some of the brightest minds in the communications field. Whether you’re passionate about Chapter development, promoting inclusivity, writing and content creation, or mastering social media, there’s a subcommittee […]

When Stars Align: How a Chance Meeting Turned Into a Mentor

When Stars Align: How a Chance Meeting Turned Into a Mentor

Lost. Anxious. Deflated. Those are the words I would use to describe myself in April 2023, near the end of my sophomore year, when I concluded an unsuccessful summer internship search after completing over 150 applications and countless interview rounds.  Little did I know that attending a PRSA Chapter event would quickly change my negative sentiments. I attended the PRSA […]