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‘Chopped’ and PR: where the TV show and the PR industry collide

By Devon Pine Chopped is everything that is right about TV nowadays. It’s a show that has all the right elements: a witty host, high stakes, cutthroat competition and (most importantly) food. One day, I hope to win it (my best shot is probably the amateur series). As much as this show teaches me about … Continue reading ‘Chopped’ and PR: where the TV show and the PR industry collide

Press Conferences 101: November 3rd meeting recap

By Allison Zullo Happy week 11, Bobcats! Keep powering through; the end of the semester is almost here!  Announcements: Congratulations to our new VP of Social Media, Erica Stonehill! Erica will be taking over when our current VP, Stephanie Gort, graduates in December. The annual Scripps PRSSA Thanksgiving dinner will take place November 17 at … Continue reading Press Conferences 101: November 3rd meeting recap

Scripps PRSSA Welcomes Lindsay Komlanc; October 29th meeting recap

By Devon Pine Happy week 10! Hope everyone had a great (and safe) HallOUween!  Announcements Interested in becoming the VP of Social Media next semester? Send your resume and cover letter to Scripps.prssa@gmail.com by Friday by 5. Election will be 11/3! Pumpkin carving with Ad Club Wednesday 29 7pm. There will be a costume contest … Continue reading Scripps PRSSA Welcomes Lindsay Komlanc; October 29th meeting recap

#ScrippsPRSSAtoDC: National Conference Recap

By Gary Bridgens The Public Relations Student Society of America’s National Conference is an annual one-weekend affair that connects industry pre-professionals from PRSSA chapters across the United States. Each year, over 1,000 public relations students and professionals convene and engage in an educational discourse about the industry and its undoubtedly bright future. A few weeks … Continue reading #ScrippsPRSSAtoDC: National Conference Recap

Business attire: the complete guide to dressing like a PRo

By Allison Zullo As college students, all we really want to wear are sweatshirts and leggings all. the. time. I mean, they’re just so comfortable! However, as budding PR professionals, sometimes we have to break out the blazer or pencil skirt in order to dress in “business casual” or “business professional.” If you don’t know … Continue reading Business attire: the complete guide to dressing like a PRo

Intern and Study Abroad Options with Frances Weiner; October 20th meeting recap

By Devon Pine Announcements Scripps Spirit Jersey sale is open! The sale closes on Sunday 11/9. These jerseys make a great holiday gift idea! Congrats to Marisa Fiore and team for successful week with the College Town Film Festival! Congrats to the Bateman team: Mira Kuhar, Lindsey Zimmerman, Marisa Fiore and Jess Carnprobst! I've been … Continue reading Intern and Study Abroad Options with Frances Weiner; October 20th meeting recap

Studying Abroad: You Can’t Afford NOT To Go

By Adrienne Gossett As a huge advocate for study abroad, it always pains me to hear people turn down the idea because of the associated cost. We all know that traveling is not cheapest activity, especially for college students. But the experience alone is the most valuable aspect. At the end of the day experience … Continue reading Studying Abroad: You Can’t Afford NOT To Go

New York Fashion Week gets trendy on social media

By Danielle Meyer Just a few weeks ago the brightest and biggest names in fashion sent their collections for spring 2015 strutting down the runways. This week is perhaps one of the biggest for the fashion industry. It is New York Fashion Week. There were a few new components added to this year’s Fashion Week, … Continue reading New York Fashion Week gets trendy on social media

Recent Grad Panel; October 13th meeting recap

By Devon Pine Announcements  The Bateman Competition team sign up was due last night to Dan Farkas. The team will consist of 4-5 people and will be creating a campaign for the client Home Matters. Good luck to the applicants.  Dues are due!! Turn ‘em in.  Marisa Fiore is calling all members how would like … Continue reading Recent Grad Panel; October 13th meeting recap

Graduate School Panel; October 6th meeting recap

By Devon Pine HAPPY HOMECOMING WEEK! (Make sure to vote for Ben and Kaija for Homecoming court) Despite the rain, we had a good crowd for the Graduate Panel. Announcements Dues were due! Congrats to those who became dues paying members! If you didn’t get a chance to do so tonight, swing by Impressions office … Continue reading Graduate School Panel; October 6th meeting recap