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Veganism in a “Meat & Potatoes” Society

Veganism in a “Meat & Potatoes” Society

Published on Nov. 14 at 4:30 p.m. by Sydney Palmer. I don’t want to just “pick off the pepperoni.” Those who are vegan understand the feeling of trying to find suitable meal options and being forced to settle with modifying a meal on their own,

Agency Spotlight: ARPR’s Success in Tech PR

Agency Spotlight: ARPR’s Success in Tech PR

Published on April 22, 2022, at 7:50 p.m. by Madison Traughber. ARPR, the largest technology public relations firm in the Southeast, was founded in 2012 by University of Alabama C&IS alumnus Anna Ruth Williams. A tech PR agency exclusively curates the reputation of technology-based companies. Tech PR is “the art of building and maintaining a

Big City, Big Changes – Diversity in the Communications Field

Big City, Big Changes – Diversity in the Communications Field

Published on November 30, 2016, at 4:10 p.m. by Kennedy Studdard. For Southern students majoring in public relations, Atlanta has become an ideal location for postgraduate internships and jobs. Whether a student starts out in a small boutique agency or at a large, global organization,

Atlanta: The PR Industry’s Undiscovered Jewel

Atlanta: The PR Industry’s Undiscovered Jewel

Posted on February 22, 2016, at 7:40 p.m. by Lindsey Young. Atlanta is one of the best cities in America to be a millennial. According to a study by Time Money in 2015, Atlanta ranked second on the “Best Cities for Millennials” list . But

Bill Liss: The PR Pro

Bill Liss: The PR Pro

Posted: February 19, 5:20 p.m. by Mackensie Henderson. I sat in a small study room in my apartment, waiting for the clock to turn 7:30 p.m. to speak with a leading reporter for 11Alive, Bill Liss. After an hour of listening to his captivating stories,

Rebranding the South

Rebranding the South

Posted: January 27, 2015, 12:28 p.m. by Connor Fox. The American South has long been associated with its food, music and politics, to name just a few of its many distinct qualities. While some have an outdated perception of the region, many have come to

Brian Easter: A Catalyst for Change

Brian Easter: A Catalyst for Change

Posted: January 12, 2015, 6:34 p.m. by Rachel Uniatowski. In our world, we sometimes let stereotypes alter our judgment of people, especially chief executive officers. We forget that every person has his own story, and Brian Easter, CEO of Nebo Agency, certainly doesn’t fit any

A Brand Linking PR and Passion

A Brand Linking PR and Passion

Posted: March 19, 2014, 1:45 p.m. by Jonae Shaw. Recent University of Alabama graduate Alexandria Washington has created a name for herself, as well as a channel for other young public relations professionals. She is currently a contemporary specialist for Dillard’s Corporation, a voiceover talent

Chick-fil-A: 45 Years and Counting

Chick-fil-A: 45 Years and Counting

Posted: March 6, 2014, 9:50 a.m. by Devon Landman. Chick-fil-A’s friendly atmosphere and positive company culture have created a high level of customer satisfaction for the restaurant. It’s hard not to leave the drive-thru window without a smile on your face after interacting with such

Ending Modern-Day Slavery

Posted At: March 14, 2013 11:40 A.M. by Claudia Calhoun Corporate responsibility and cause-related marketing are hot topics circulating throughout the business world today. As Americans, we are more aware of the world around us and how our businesses, products and purchasing habits are affecting others.

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