You know the feeling: the blank page, the blinking cursor, the faint pressure building behind your eyes. You have an idea, a really good one, you think, but the words in your head are a jumbled mess. You start to type, delete and rephrase. The sentence that comes out is clunky, formal and sounds absolutely … Continue reading Speaking out loud to write: how our inner voice can be our outer voice
Tag: Scripps PRSSA
Recent Grad Panel, 10/20/25
This week, we were visited by three alumni who are especially near and dear to our current chapter’s hearts: Isabel Mattern, Anna Hinkle and Tiana Silverio. All three alumni graduated last May and were our chapter’s previous President, Executive Vice President and Vice President of Finance, respectively. All three of these alumni directly impacted the … Continue reading Recent Grad Panel, 10/20/25
Sara Defibaugh, The Toubes Agency
This week, we were visited by J-School alumna Sara Defibaugh. Sara not only earned her bachelor’s degrees in Journalism-Strategic Communications and Creative Writing through Ohio University, but also her master’s degree in Organizational Communications. Sara is now a Marketing Account Executive at the Toubes Agency after a journey working in many different fields of communications. … Continue reading Sara Defibaugh, The Toubes Agency
Kayla Bennett, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC
For our first (officially) fall meeting, recent graduate Kayla Bennett (‘23) came to speak with us. Kayla majored in Journalism News and Information, and minored in Political Science. While not an alumnus of our PRSSA chapter, Kayla was involved in the Ohio University Society of Professional Journalists (OUSPJ), Thread Magazine, The Post and a few … Continue reading Kayla Bennett, Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC
Gentry Bennett, Blue Shield of California
This Monday, we were visited by Gentry Bennett, an Ohio University alumna and former President of Scripps PRSSA. During her time at Ohio University, Gentry accumulated impressive internship experience with Southwest Airlines, EA and Dolby Cinema before graduation. Gentry is now the Editorial Manager for Blue Shield of California. While presentating, Gentry walked us through … Continue reading Gentry Bennett, Blue Shield of California
“How to Rock Working Remotely” by Olivia Christiansen
In the face of COVID-19, people all across the world are finding themselves working from home. Personally, I have been doing my internship remotely for about two months. It did not take long for me to find out what made working at home easier. Here are a few tips: Create a Routine. Creating a routine … Continue reading “How to Rock Working Remotely” by Olivia Christiansen
The Power Of Initiative
What are you waiting for? There are a million tasks that need to be completed, and you know which ones fall within your scope of responsibilities and skills. So why aren’t you doing them? If the answer is, “No one has told me to yet,” you’re about to get the leg up on how to … Continue reading The Power Of Initiative
Last minute tips for PRSSA elections
By Kelsey Miller Whether you’re new to running for PRSSA elections or not, there are a few things to keep in mind while putting your cover letter and speech together: Don’t just run for a position to be on Eboard. Be sure that it’s a job you enjoy. If you aren’t thrilled with the duties … Continue reading Last minute tips for PRSSA elections
Golin CEO Fred Cook’s Career Advice: Improvise More, Worry Less
By: Allison Zullo Scripps PRSSA gathered on Monday, Dec. 1 for its usual weekly meeting. However, this week’s meeting was anything but usual. Why? Because Fred Cook, CEO of Golin, one of the top public relations firms in the world, was visiting Ohio University to speak to PRSSA and other Ohio University students about his … Continue reading Golin CEO Fred Cook’s Career Advice: Improvise More, Worry Less
Fish, Non-Profit PR, and D.C.: November 10th meeting recap
By Allison Zullo This week’s meeting was the last for the semester. It’s crazy how fast time flies! Announcements Our annual Thanksgiving Dinner is this Monday, Nov. 17 at Ben Clos’ apartment, 317 Palmer Place. Contact Megan Newton if you still want to bring a side dish or help cook. Also, bring a holiday outfit! … Continue reading Fish, Non-Profit PR, and D.C.: November 10th meeting recap