Save the Drama for Your Mama.
We all love hearing about the crazy drama going on in Hollywood every day, which is obviously why we call it “entertainment.” Drama in the entertainment industry is nothing new;
The value of student-run PR firms
It takes more to land a job in public relations than just having a high GPA and being part of many honors societies. Today, employers look for real word experience, like internships,
Apple v. AT&T: The MMS Blame Game
MMS. Who would have known that one little abbreviation could cause such an uproar in the technology community? AT&T released Multimedia Messaging Service, or MMS, for Apple iPhone users on
Venezuela’s Lesson in Free Speech
As members of the PR industry, we realize the media plays a critical role in our livelihoods. We use the media to communicate with target publics and to stay informed
Public Relations 101
You may think you know what public relations entails, but think again. PR is not event planning. Considering I am pursuing a degree in marketing, I encounter students from inside
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
How I earned my keep in an ad agency Landing a job is not easy. It takes a lot of energy, both physically and mentally. I was no exception. I
Hitting the Target
Two days before classes began, the Target store in Tuscaloosa, Ala., opened its doors after hours for University of Alabama students. The university transported students from various locations on campus
Leadership styles in the PR field
What is a leader? Should a leader be humble? Bossy? Encouraging? Defining leadership has never been easy. What makes a leader specifically in the public relations field? Is it knowing
Beyond Guantanamo: A Case Study
The interpretation of the Constitution and its implied rights have been argued about throughout history. Recently, it has caused much disruption with the Guantanamo captives. Guantanamo Bay is located at
The “Reinvention” of GM
When the country has been buzzing with the horrors of a failing economy for months, how do you look forward? What if your company has been forced to file bankruptcy