Cold Calling Craziness: How to Get Internships to Notice
Internships are hard to get. That is no secret. As a sophomore concluding my spring semester, I was desperate for an internship, something that seemed so close yet so far from my grasp.
The ROI of a PR Master’s Degree in an Era of Uncertainty
Being in higher education today means more than embracing complexity, it means defending it. It means committing to lifelong learning in a field that demands agility and authenticity, even when the systems that make that learning possible are facing significant challenges.
First Impressions: The Art of the Elevator Pitch
Networking isn’t always easy, and making a good first impression can be difficult. Deciding what to include in your 30-second introduction can feel overwhelming.
Primeras impresiones: el arte del elevator pitch
Hacer networking no siempre es fácil, y causar una buena primera impresión puede resultar todo un desafío.
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 […]
Three Tips To Successfully Do Public Relations When You Have Autism
Public relations is a field where you have to do your best to manage a company’s image. Whether it be through corporate social responsibility, organizing events, or social media management, you have a really important job. This job can be much more complicated if you have autism. Autism can make you incredibly intelligent and talented. But it can also hinder […]
Social Media and Global Citizenship: Navigating Responsibility in the Digital Age
In the era of interconnectedness facilitated by social media, the concept of global citizenship has taken on new dimensions. Individuals around the world are increasingly grappling with their responsibility toward addressing pressing global issues such as wars, natural disasters, social injustice and poverty. Moreover, the role of social media in fostering global solidarity and awareness cannot be overstated. But how […]
District Conference Preview: Bloomfest! Grow Into Your Potential (East Stroudsburg University 2024)
The East Stroudsburg University Chapter of PRSSA is preparing to host our first-ever District Conference on April 19-20, 2024. Our conference, Bloomfest, will showcase a variety of panels ranging from crisis communication, government and financial PR to celebrity PR, news PR and more. We have over 20 alumni attending to help further amplify your career. We will also be hosting […]
District Conference Recap: PR Advanced Through the Eyes of a First-Year PR Major in a New PRSSA Chapter
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, […]
District Conference Preview: Ready, Steady, RACE! (Universidad Argentina de la Empresa 2024)
The Universidad Argentina de la Empresa Chapter of PRSSA is thrilled to announce its upcoming major event. On April 12, 2024, our District Conference — “Ready, Steady, RACE!” — will unfold at the Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE) in a hybrid format. The concept behind the theme “Ready, Steady, RACE!” holds a dual significance. On one hand, it acknowledges […]
