Get ready for the first PRSSA meeting of the school year!

The first Scripps PRSSA meeting of the 2013-2014 school year will take place tomorrow, September 9. In accordance with tradition, Aaron Brown of Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations will be the keynote speaker for this kickoff meeting. A career agency professional with a deep passion for his clients' and the agency's success, Aaron plays a leadership role … Continue reading Get ready for the first PRSSA meeting of the school year!

Falling for Fahlgren

By Ashleigh Mavros I fell in love this summer. Not with a boy, a catchy summer song or even Jeni’s Ice Cream (but for which I did develop a slight addiction). No, I was swept off my feet by Fahlgren Mortine, the fully integrated agency in Columbus where I interned this summer as the Founder’s … Continue reading Falling for Fahlgren

Separation anxiety and other #PostGradProblems

By Samantha TischlerAs I sat in the Convocation Center, surrounded by familiar faces from the past four years, it finally felt real. We were graduating.I wanted to jump up and down. I wanted to burst with excitement about having my whole life ahead of me. But, in reality, it was all I could do not … Continue reading Separation anxiety and other #PostGradProblems

#ScrippsSummerChallenge Week 8

Week 8 of #ScrippsSummerChallenge has officially come and gone and we PR stars have reaped its benefits! This week's challenge was to set and share three professional goals for the 2013-2014 academic year. Setting professional, tangible goals is a great way to keep yourself motivated and focused during the busy school year. When work, meetings … Continue reading #ScrippsSummerChallenge Week 8

3 PR lessons learned as a restaurant hostess

By Briagenn AdamsI have been a hostess at the local Buffalo Wings and Rings for two years now.I love the restaurant itself, don’t get me wrong, their Sweet Thai Chili sauce is out of this world. But working as a hostess for the rest of my life is not ideal. And although I have been … Continue reading 3 PR lessons learned as a restaurant hostess

All PR is not created equal: Irish vs. American

By Kelly HayesThis summer I was afforded the amazing opportunity to intern abroad in Dublin, Ireland in Parliament. It was an amazing experience and I wouldn’t change any of it. After traveling to Vietnam with the Global Leadership Center, I unpacked and repacked my bags within five days and was off to Europe! Even with … Continue reading All PR is not created equal: Irish vs. American

#ScrippsSummerChallenge Week 7

By Briagenn Adams As all PR pros know, Twitter is a key tool for quick online communication. The #ScrippsSummerChallenge for week seven was to participate in a Twitter chat and share your contribution with Scripps PRSSA. Joining in a Twitter chat is a great way to connect with other PR professionals in an informal environment. … Continue reading #ScrippsSummerChallenge Week 7

Scripps PRSSA, the crazy family you’d be even crazier not to join

By Allison JordanWe all have different reasons for attending Ohio University, but this one fact is what brings us together as one. Simply put, all Bobcats leave a little piece of their heart in Athens. Period.It’s now easy to see how every experience and challenge I faced, throughout my time at OU, has prepared me … Continue reading Scripps PRSSA, the crazy family you’d be even crazier not to join

Which to choose: specialized vs. generalized PR

By Ashleigh Mavros Sometime during your PR college career, you may find yourself wondering whether you should become a specialist or generalist. Here’s the short answer; there is no right answer. Some PR students will graduate as generalists and others as specialists, and both have the potential for long, successful careers. Generalists who have experience … Continue reading Which to choose: specialized vs. generalized PR

PR vs. Marketing… what’s the difference?

By Jess Carnprobst This summer I have been interning at Think Communications, Inc., an integrated marketing solutions firm. Their work includes public relations, advertising, marketing and design. Students studying strategic communications in the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism sometimes only see the public relations and advertising side of things, so I’ve gained a different perspective … Continue reading PR vs. Marketing… what’s the difference?