By Kelsey Miller It’s that time of the year once again. “New year, new you.” How do you plan to spend 2014? Of course there’s the typical, “save more money” and, the most daunting, to “eat better and/or lose weight.” But, what about the thrifty people who don’t want to change their eating habits or … Continue reading Start the New Year right with these Resolutions for 2014
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TV shows that PR junkies will absolutely ADORE
By Kelly Hayes It’s the end of the holiday season and as you start to feel the dread washing over about returning to school or work, start to evaluate what you did over the holidays. You probably stuffed your face with food, got annoyed by certain relatives or were so busy you didn’t even notice … Continue reading TV shows that PR junkies will absolutely ADORE
Why every PR student should study abroad
By Erin Golden The benefits of studying abroad as a college student can be described just like the places you can go: unlimited. At the risk of sounding like every other student who's had the privilege of traveling, stepping out of my comfort zone and living in a foreign country for a semester changed how … Continue reading Why every PR student should study abroad
More rewarding than you could imagine, working for a non-profit organization
By Allison Rumsas Ever since deciding to pursue a career in PR, I’ve always imagined myself working in an agency. I imagined living in Chicago’s Gold Coast, working at a world-renowned PR agency, managing several different accounts. I kept this dream in mind as I began to look for an internship last year and after … Continue reading More rewarding than you could imagine, working for a non-profit organization
Why you should have a personal website as a PR professional
By Kelly Hayes When thinking about personal branding online, the first thought that comes to mind is usually social media. However, what else can be done? A personal website is the cherry on top of your personal brand. It explains your personality, your skills, who you are and what you do. Why have a personal … Continue reading Why you should have a personal website as a PR professional
PR Success, Fall 2013
Hi, guys! I just want to quickly thank all my contributing designers, writers and editors who made my first edition of "PR Success" a PR success. Couldn't have done it without you! XOXO – Briagenn. (PR Success, Fall 2013)
Travel and PR… What could be better?
By Michelle Reinold Ask someone older what their biggest regret is, or what they wish they had done when they were younger, I promise that most people will say, "travel." We all know the endless things PR students can do after graduation. Traveling is a rare opportunity for people in general, but PR is needed … Continue reading Travel and PR… What could be better?
The daily news and how it’s essential to PR practitioners
By Gary BridgensIf you practice public relations, I needn’t explain to you that news information is truly a driving force at the core of our industry. For those of you who don’t practice the trade, believe me – it is. At its root function, the news informs, persuades and integrates publics all throughout the world. … Continue reading The daily news and how it’s essential to PR practitioners
PR is what you make it: incorporating your everyday passions into your everyday job
By Jess Carnprobst We all talk about corporate PR versus working at a PR agency, but we don’t often think beyond that. I thought I had my life figured out because I knew I wanted to work at a PR agency, but then I went exploring. After going to the PRSSA National Conference in October, … Continue reading PR is what you make it: incorporating your everyday passions into your everyday job
How to keep your professional life and personal life in perfect balance
By Kelsey MillerCollege is hard, especially if you’re a Scripps kid. Adding a relationship into the mix? Now, that seems impossible. But believe it or not, there is hope for all journalism majors at Ohio University. It just takes a little getting used to and some organized skill. Just follow these steps and you and … Continue reading How to keep your professional life and personal life in perfect balance