A month has passed since I earned a Master of Science in Public Relations, and I’m still in awe. As I reflect on my journey through advanced studies, I think about frequently asked questions from educators, peers and professionals, the most popular being, “Why did you choose to pursue graduate school?” I have presented and heard several answers to this […]
Event: Transition to the Real World (Hosted by the New Professionals Section) Presenters: Hilary Jurinak, Communications Coordinator at Binny’s Beverage Depot Brian Price, Assistant Account Executive at Edelman JR Rochester, Digital Media Strategist at AAA Carolinas Moderated by Jessica Noonan, an Associate at Burson-Marsteller. Recap: Four former PRSSA National Committee members held a Q & A discussion on the transition […]
Courtesy of Nickl According to Matt Prince, social media director for Taco Bell, over 50 percent of the workforce will be millennial workers by 2020. But before you start pumping your fist in the air with millennial pride, keep in mind that this isn’t necessarily good news for you and me. Along with being one of the most tech savvy […]
By senior year, a glimpse of the real world begins to creep its way into your collegiate life. In the second semester, you may be experiencing sheer panic because the glimpse is now a bright and blinding light beaming down on you. Do not close the curtain because now is your time to shine. You might have spent this semester […]
This post is part of a series of “Lives of New Professionals” guest posts for Progressions. With the start of spring semester the “G” word hangs heavy in the minds of college seniors. Job searches, polished cover letters and countless interviews are inevitable over the next few months. Excited as you may be about landing your first “real-life” job, it’s […]
It sometimes surprises me that classes that seem at first glance to not relate to public relations can provide us critical skills and insights that can help us become better in our field. While there may be many class subjects that help you in this regard, I am going to recommend three. These three subjects can be of great benefit […]
I chose graduate school because my university didn’t have a public relations track or major in its undergraduate curriculum. I discovered a passion for PR after doing an internship with a local nonprofit organization. A few other factors that contributed in my decision to pursue a master’s degree were: time, opportunity and cost. I decided getting my master’s would open […]
One of the most important ideas to keep in mind throughout any personal, academic or professional journey is that there are always hidden learning opportunities. I recently attended a conference that hardened this idea and provided me with a combination of expected and unexpected new knowledge. On Feb. 24, Boston University hosted the 2024 PRSSA Northeast District Conference, PR Advanced, […]
Titled “See Through Boundaries and Unlock Potential,” the 2024 PR Advanced Northeast District Conference on Feb. 24, 2024, aims to prepare young professionals with the tools and mindsets needed to stay at the top of emerging industry trends and thrive in the new age of communication. In an age defined by rapid technological advancements and shifting societal dynamics, our profession […]
Join the University of Mississippi PRSSA Chapter during the 2024 District Conference, “IMC Connect!” on March 25-27 in Oxford, Mississippi. How did you arrive at your conference theme and what can members expect to see at this conference? The idea behind IMC Connect! was born three years ago. Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) is one of the majors that students can […]
