By Maret Montanari If you had asked me four years ago if I’d major in public relations, I would have laughed and told you it wasn’t even on my radar. Fast forward, and I’m three years into pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communication from The University of Alabama. How did this happen? Some days I…… Continue reading Are You the Next PRWeek Outstanding Student?
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Oklahoma Senior Wins Latest Culpwrit Award
PR major Chelsea Journee won the Culpwrit Award at this week’s program honoring outstanding achievement by 26 staffers at Lindsey + Asp, University of Oklahoma’s award-winning student-run agency. Chelsea is an account lead at the impressive PR/ad agency, and she recently was elected OU PRSSA Chapter President for the fall term. She graduates in December. “Chelsea and her team have…… Continue reading Oklahoma Senior Wins Latest Culpwrit Award
Job-Seeking Students Nix Industries They Don’t Like
College students are more particular than ever when picking industries where they are willing to work. According to my unscientific survey of communication students at five universities, soon-to-graduate job seekers have absolutely no interest in working in certain major industries, while others consistently rank high on their wish lists. During recent visits to Penn State, Marquette,…… Continue reading Job-Seeking Students Nix Industries They Don’t Like
Best & Worst States for Millennials–Some Surprises
During recent visits to Penn State, Arizona State and Marquette, I urged soon-to-graduate PR students to begin their careers in major markets such as New York, Chicago and San Francisco. While I still stand by my belief that these cities are where the most PR jobs can be found, a new report from the personal-finance…… Continue reading Best & Worst States for Millennials–Some Surprises
Writing a Case Study? Insights from a Winner
By Steven Pelham and Brooke Smith Every year, the Arthur W. Page Society teams up with the Institute for Public Relations to hold a case study competition between students from accredited business and communications schools to see who can craft the most relevant, comprehensive case study. This year, we were the grand prize winners for…… Continue reading Writing a Case Study? Insights from a Winner
Practical Advice from the Diary of a ‘PR Girl’
By Becca Hary After graduating from college, I packed my Volkswagen and drove straight from South Bend to Chicago. I was ready to conquer the world, not just the Windy City. That drive to my new apartment in Wrigleyville was more than 20 years ago. While life and work can be a roller coaster, I’ve…… Continue reading Practical Advice from the Diary of a ‘PR Girl’
Corporate PR Insights from Future Pro
By Elizabeth Driver Knowledge plays a vital role in the public relations profession. Practitioners are expected to continuously develop and expand their understanding of the ever-changing PR industry. For some, this may include checking daily trade news, attending professional conferences and seminars, and engaging in online forums or discussion boards. But for corporate communication professionals,…… Continue reading Corporate PR Insights from Future Pro
6 Career Development Tips for Young PR Pros
Whether you’re a recent college grad or young professional, the public relations industry isn’t for the faint hearted. This particular industry has a higher churn rate than most, allowing you a short window to break into this industry. While it might be difficult for a newbie to get their foot in the door, these are…… Continue reading 6 Career Development Tips for Young PR Pros
PR Execs On Growing From Manager to Leader
By Ken Jacobs In the past few years I’ve had the opportunity to interview many respected PR executives on a variety of leadership topics. One of the most valuable pieces of advice they’ve shared is how to grow from manager to leader. Latest interview question and answers: What’s your best counsel to a manager who…… Continue reading PR Execs On Growing From Manager to Leader
Career Highlight: DePaul Wins ‘Oscar of PR’
Seven years ago I switched careers. Gave up the “big bucks” of corporate and agency life to join academia as instructor and professional director of the graduate PR and advertising program at DePaul University. It was the greatest career decision of my life. And I’ve always believed that–even before last night when our program was named PRWeek’s Education Program of…… Continue reading Career Highlight: DePaul Wins ‘Oscar of PR’