A culturally-diverse workplace. Source: Unsplash Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) sits at the forefront of public discourse in 2025. News stories cover companies that scale back DEI programs or face lawsuits related to them. Politicians debate these efforts, and executives make swift decisions in response. But what exactly is DEI, and why does it matter … Continue reading DEI in 2025: Media Narratives, Background and Workforce Impact
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February 17 – Abbey Kay, The Adcom Group
Background: Abbey Kay is a Senior Social Media Specialist at The Adcom Group, where she has grown from an intern in 2020 to a key player in the social media department over the past four years. A 2020 graduate of Ohio University, Abbey earned her degree in Journalism Strategic Communications with a minor in Marketing … Continue reading February 17 – Abbey Kay, The Adcom Group
Super Bowl Ads That Had Us Laughing, Screaming and Running to the Bathroom
By Isabel Mattern Every year, the Super Bowl isn’t just about football—it’s about the commercials. Brands pull out all the stops, spending millions for just 30 seconds of airtime, knowing that this is one of the only times people want to watch ads. It’s a rare moment where marketing becomes entertainment, with companies using humor, … Continue reading Super Bowl Ads That Had Us Laughing, Screaming and Running to the Bathroom
February 10 – Women in the Workforce Panel Recap
backgrounds Morgan Lamphere is the President of Lauren Rose Senior Advisors. She graduated from Ohio University in June 2001 with a degree in Journalism and a certificate in the Global Learning Community, where she was part of the inaugural class. Morgan has held several leadership roles in senior living and development, including Vice President of … Continue reading February 10 – Women in the Workforce Panel Recap
February 4 – Kimberly Leupo, Delta Air LInes
Background: Kimberly Leupo is the General Manager of Global Communications – Human Resources & Wellness at Delta Air Lines. She graduated from Ohio University in 2002 with a degree in Journalism. She later earned a Master of Arts in International Communications from Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. She founded Copper Ink Communications in 2018. Her … Continue reading February 4 – Kimberly Leupo, Delta Air LInes
January 27 – Dan Farkas’ Portfolio-Building Workshop
About: Dan Farkas is the advisor for Ohio University’s award-winning PRSSA chapter and a lecturer in strategic communication. Author of Strategic Content Marketing: Creating Effective Content in Practice and host of The Strategic Communicator Podcast, Dan helps students and professionals master storytelling, strategy and analytics. He's a former journalist with 20+ awards, and his work … Continue reading January 27 – Dan Farkas’ Portfolio-Building Workshop
January 13 – Heather Sheppard, Fahlgren Mortine
About: Heather Sheppard is the Vice President at Fahlgren Mortine, where she has built her career since graduating from Ohio University in 2013 with a B.S. in Journalism, specializing in Public Relations and Strategic Communications. She was the last recipient of the “Outstanding Senior” award for the PR major before it transitioned to Strategic Communications. … Continue reading January 13 – Heather Sheppard, Fahlgren Mortine
How the Trump Administration’s Tariffs Could Affect Coffee Advertising
With the reelection of President Donald Trump, a new era of the United States will be born, including a new economic climate. The largest and most Googled aspect of Trump’s plan for the American economy is his plan to implement tariffs. According to taxfoundation.org, tariffs are, “ taxes imposed by one country on goods imported … Continue reading How the Trump Administration’s Tariffs Could Affect Coffee Advertising
November 25 – Leah Sternberger, Chegg, Inc.
Background: Leah Sternberger is the CRM Marketing Manager at Chegg, Inc., based in Santa Clara, California. A 2016 graduate of Ohio University, Leah earned a degree in Journalism with a focus on Strategic Communications with a minor in Marketing and a specialization in Psychology. During her time at Ohio University, she was an active member … Continue reading November 25 – Leah Sternberger, Chegg, Inc.
November 18 – Vivian Moussa, HearUSA
About: Vivian Moussa is a Communications Specialist at HearUSA, a company that makes hearing aids and focuses on hearing health. She graduated from Ohio University in 2021 with a degree in Journalism, specializing in Strategic Communication and a minor in Fashion Merchandising along with a Social Media Certificate. During her time at Ohio University, Vivian … Continue reading November 18 – Vivian Moussa, HearUSA