PR Gets a Voice: The Plank Center Launches “Talking Points” Podcast
With podcasts emerging from established public relations groups like PRSSA and PRWeek, they provide practitioners with an effective way to tell a story.
De-Influencing Public Relations
Published on March 23, 2023, at 3:28 p.m. by Helen Carson. More than the glitz and glamour of events, writing press releases, and all
PR Leaders Receive “C+” on 2019 Report Card
The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations recently released its 2019 Report Card on PR Leaders, a biennial study that surveys PR professionals on five categories:
Transparency and Protection
Published on February 27, 2019, at 9:24 p.m. by Mickey Kennedy. Transparency has risen in the communication industry as a buzzword and a modern
Branding the American College Experience
Published on December 20, 2017, at 7:20 a.m. by Caitlin Heffley. For most, college can be summed up in a few short phrases, words
John Deveney: A Man of Many Hats
Published on January 22, 2017, at 8:39 a.m.by Fallon Chiasson, Contributing Writer. John Deveney wears many hats. He is the founder and CEO of
Thoughts from Living Legends
Public relations legends Bridget Coffing and Mike Fernandez share advice for young professionals.
The Plank Center Celebrates with a Leadership Report Card
The Plank Center’s leadership report card evaluates PR workplaces, emphasizing how culture, communication and engagement shape employee satisfaction and performance.
A Decade of Dedication
Posted: February 4, 2015, 8:05 p.m. by Connor Fox. On this day in 2005, the University of Alabama Board of Trustees established a center
Wendi Strong: Helping Women in Corporate America
Mentorship shaped Wendi Strong’s career. Now the USAA communications chief is paying it forward and redefining leadership in public relations.