Attending the PRSSA International Conference is one of the best steps a public relations/communications student can take to prepare for their career. I had the opportunity to attend ICON in 2021 and 2022 and, without a doubt, I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for everything I learned and everyone I met at the Conference. I’m sure […]
As August slips away and the cool autumn breeze starts to make its presence known (especially here on the East Coast), there’s a certain enchantment in the air. Students return to lecture halls and corridors. Their hands are wrapped around warm cups brimming with pumpkin-infused brews — an annual ritual marking summer’s retreat and autumn’s triumphant return. In this season […]
We all have a list of dream destinations we hope to visit someday. Imagine the thrill of experiencing new cultures, touring sites you’ve only seen in pictures or trying the unique cuisines. Life in another country is intriguing to many young professionals but often seems unattainable due to what appears to be a lack of job opportunities or concerns with […]
Colorful notebooks, new books, gel pens, and sticky notes. As a child, starting a new semester always meant shopping for new school supplies with my mom, writing out my schedule on a big board in my room and picking out my new school outfits. It was always a new adventure filled with endless possibilities. Even though I live alone now […]
Sports are a cultural experience that many hold close because of human connection, community excitement and powerful emotions. With a variation of activities occurring year-round, it’s hard to not get wrapped up in the spirit and want to be involved yourself. While you can be a part of this phenomenon on a personal level, it can also be a professional […]
To those unfamiliar with or new to PRSSA, ICON may appear like any other Conference. However, for those deeply involved in the organization, ICON holds the potential to be a life-changing event. When I first got involved with PRSSA, I had little knowledge about what it entailed; what it means to be a Chapter leader or what is the significance […]
René Descartes, one of the most important philosophers of modern thought, is famous for his phrase “I think, therefore I am”, but it is not a matter of temporal order, that first we do one thing and then another, but that the philosopher could replace “then” for “implies”, so, the correct formulation would be “we think and that implies that […]
Hey there, social media enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving headfirst into one of Instagram’s latest features that has everyone buzzing: Meta Threads. So, what’s all the fuss about? Will Meta Threads truly change how we use social media, or is it just another fancy add-on? And more importantly, is Meta Threads a copycat or not? Let’s find out. To start, Meta […]
Okay, not really. But there are a lot of missed opportunities when public relations pre-professionals and professionals ignore other disciplines. Diversifying your worldview. Communication and PR-focused education and resources give professionals and pre-professionals the outlets and technical skills to effectively communicate and organize messages. But other disciplines can help with understanding audiences that PR professionals are trying to reach. One […]
The entertainment industry is often one of the most sought after for students and young professionals, motivated to be on the screen or behind the scenes. Six PRSSA members, introduced in part one of this article series, share how their experiences in their internships, jobs, and PRSSA helped them plan their careers, and give advice to students looking to go […]
