Public and Cultural Diversity [PR in Peru; Regional Conference Recap]

Public and Cultural Diversity [PR in Peru; Regional Conference Recap]

Session: Public and Cultural Diversity Presenter: Isabella Falco, Director of Communications and Country Image at PromPeru Recap: They say that everything has a history and a legacy that transcends further than oneself. Peru has it too. Behind its name, there are hidden legendary places, mythical history and exquisite gastronomy. These are several reasons why Isabella Falco, one of the promoters of […]

PRSSA Below the Border

PRSSA Below the Border

As Vice President of External Affairs, one of my favorite responsibilities is our international Chapter outreach. The Society currently has three international Chapters — Argentina, Colombia and Peru. Each was asked to give a brief summary of what public relations is like in their country and a little bit about their Chapter. I hope that through reading each one you […]

August Reading Round Up — Diversity, Podcasts, Crisis Communication and the fall issue of FORUM

August Reading Round Up — Diversity, Podcasts, Crisis Communication and the fall issue of FORUM

The fall semester has started, which means staying up-to-date on current events and industry news is more difficult. Luckily, the Progressions monthly reading roundup has all of the latest news and trends in one place. Here are eight interesting articles you may have missed this month. 5 common grammar pitfalls Author: Steve Vittorioso Publication: PR Daily Brushing up on your […]

What Diversity on Campus Means to You: Kent State PRSSA

What Diversity on Campus Means to You: Kent State PRSSA

It seems like diversity is one of the hottest topics right now — and it should be. It’s important to interact with people from diverse backgrounds whose opinions differ from your own. For the 40,000 students that make up Kent State University’s eight campuses, diversity unquestionably plays an important role. Since the Kent State student body comes from a multitude […]

Learning How to C.A.R.E. [National Assembly Recap]

Session: Welcome Reception Presenter: Karith Foster, Founder, The Foster Russell Family Foundation, and CEO, Stereotyped 101, Inc. LLC Recap: Diversity can be a tough topic to talk about, but Stereotyped 101, Inc. LLC CEO Karith Foster doesn’t think it should be boring or painful. She coined the term “inversity,” which is a modern twist on diversity and inclusion where the […]

March Monthly Reading Round-Up — Diversity Champions, Teaching Ethics, Oxford Commas, Ad Stunts

Between midterms and spring break, it was tough to keep up with industry news in March. Below are eight interesting articles you may have missed this month. The Power of Conferences in a Social-Media Age Author: Alexandra Samuel Publication: The Wall Street Journal While being on social media at conferences seems like it would disengage attendees, it actually has the […]