During my senior year at the University of Washington (UW), questions about what came next constantly swirled in my mind. Unsure of what I wanted to do in communications — but knowing what I didn’t want — I found PRSSA at one of my most uncertain moments. In January 2025, I felt lost and insecure. With mounting fears about the […]
Your personal brand is how people know or perceive you professionally, perhaps before they even meet you. It’s what people say about you when you’re not in the room. I am a tremendous advocate for personal branding, and I believe that it is one of the first things you should begin to develop when thinking about your career. Here are […]
COVID-19 created many challenges for everyone, especially college students. We are expected to prepare for our future through classes, extracurriculars and securing internships. Now the pandemic has disrupted everything, sending us on a different trajectory. With the virtual world evolving and companies cutting employees and internship opportunities, how do we make ourselves stand out and secure employment? Get Involved One […]
“Tell me about yourself.” Who knew four little words could be so intimidating? It seems so simple, yet no one ever knows the best way to respond. If you’ve been struggling to find the perfect answer to this daunting question, don’t worry. You are not alone. I, too, have found myself stumped, scrolling through interview TikTok hoping someone would enlighten […]
When applying for a new job in public relations, employers will often note that they accept an optional portfolio. Whether your portfolio is a personal website, blog or even a social media page, it will leave a great impression with your future employer. Having a website, aside from all the other components of your application, is a great place to […]
In present day, it appears everything has gone digital, and that includes portfolios. We are doing away with bringing in physical copies of our work to potential employers and, instead, showing them our work digitally or what we have done on the Internet. When making a digital portfolio, it is important for it to stand out and look very professional. […]
One of the great things about pursuing a career in public relations is the opportunity to work with some of your all-time favorite brands in an industry you love. For those of you who know me, my favorite industry is without a doubt the video games industry. I hope to one day use my storytelling talents to support my favorite […]
One of the great things about a career in public relations is the ability to work with some of your favorite brands as you help them on their next chapter. For many of us, working for our dream brands may seem like a far-off career goal. For others, like Haley Elizabeth Williams, a senior at Temple University and director of […]
As rising public relations professionals, we are always looking to continue our professional development and further enhance our brand. This year the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused a major disruption for many, and our industry is no exception. Many students have seen internships canceled and recent graduates are facing the tall task of finding a secure job during the worst […]
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” You’ve heard this question your whole life. You’ve dreamed and hoped for what the future held and now, after sifting through options, you have a better idea of what you really want. Plus, you’ve put in years of work to get there. Yet, just as your dreams are becoming […]
