By Geoff Curtis For more than six months, I have been on a journey – one of education, understanding and action. While I’ve always considered myself an inclusive person, the recent and ongoing events specific to anti-Black racism, which have impacted me, my friends and colleagues, have made me realize that I have a lot…… Continue reading Tackling Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Allyship Personally and Professionally – How can we do better?
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Sonya Jackson: The Journey to Finding Your Agency
Sonya Jackson, Chief Experience Officer, Bonfire By Laura Moy While you may not be surprised by the following workplace statistics, starting with this data paints a backdrop for the greater picture. For every 100 men promoted to manager, 72 women are, so men end up holding 62 percent of manager positions, while women hold…… Continue reading Sonya Jackson: The Journey to Finding Your Agency
Learn & Reflect: 3 Lessons from Writing Boot Camp
By Madeline Petschow I’ve been on many adventures in my time at DePaul University. As I plan to graduate at the end of this quarter, I look over my time at DePaul and recall many fabulous experiences as an undergraduate PRAD student. It’s as if students think that experiences should wait until after they finish college.…… Continue reading Learn & Reflect: 3 Lessons from Writing Boot Camp
Studying PR? Lessons From Nearly Minted Grad
By Brooke Beatty Four years ago, I knew about ten percent of the public relations enigma. My vantage point started with Sex and the City’s, Samantha Jones and ended with Scandal’s, Olivia Pope. However, after incredible classes at DePaul University, a flurry of internships and ultimately a full-time job, I have some advice for PR…… Continue reading Studying PR? Lessons From Nearly Minted Grad
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’
WPP and Pragmatism: How the World’s Largest Holding Company Looks to the Future
By Rachel Kesseler and Rachel Mihulka WPP Group (or Wire and Plastic Products) was founded in 1986 in London and is now the world’s largest agency holding company. Its successful growth over the last 30 years is due in part to its strong leader–Sir Martin Sorrell, one of the most well-known CEOs in the world, although his…… Continue reading WPP and Pragmatism: How the World’s Largest Holding Company Looks to the Future
PRep Program Provides Look at PR Careers
For years, we’ve heard about the need for more diverse talent in the public relations profession. Yet, by looking at most agency and corporate PR teams, little progress is being made. Realizing the need for a broader commitment, most major PR associations—led by PRSA Foundation, Arthur W. Page Society, Institute for Public Relations and the…… Continue reading PRep Program Provides Look at PR Careers
PR Students Hit Sustainability Home Run
Students in Don Ingle’s campaigns course at DePaul University won’t soon forget this year’s assignment to develop and pitch sustainability ideas to Fox Sports and Major League Baseball. The Idea: Major League Baseball and Fox Sports University teamed up with DePaul’s PR program to provide a real-world learning opportunity focused on sustainability efforts in MLB. Six student…… Continue reading PR Students Hit Sustainability Home Run
8 Life Lessons for 2017 Grads & The Rest of Us
During my six years at DePaul University, it has been an honor to sit on the Commencement stage with my dedicated and talented colleagues as we celebrate the future talent of our profession. I’ve also enjoyed hearing from three friends—Al Golin, Richard Edelman and Marty Wilke–who received honorary degrees and shared important messages with graduates and their…… Continue reading 8 Life Lessons for 2017 Grads & The Rest of Us
Sense of Purpose Drives Successful Careers and Organizations
Text 100 CEO Aedhmar Hynes presented what many described as the equivalent of a Commencement address during last week’s fourth annual Future Leaders Showcase at DePaul University. Well known for being an advocate and builder of purpose-driven organizations, Aedhmar’s passion is reflected in her remarks below: A purpose defines the why of a company. Why…… Continue reading Sense of Purpose Drives Successful Careers and Organizations