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How to Sort Through the Different Public Relations Sectors

How to Sort Through the Different Public Relations Sectors

Published on November 28, 2017, at 8:05 p.m. by Mallory McDonald. The public relations industry is like an ocean, vast and endless with a plethora of opportunities for starting professionals. Every industry is in need of PR. From sports to technology and everything in between,

A Big Day for Small Things

A Big Day for Small Things

Published on November 27, 2017, at 5:11 p.m. by Hope Todd. Last week I was sitting in an executive board meeting for The University of Alabama’s PRSSA chapter. Our PRSA liaison, Halle Russo, asked if anyone would be interested in going to Birmingham, Alabama, for

Back Out of Black Friday

Back Out of Black Friday

Published on November 22, 2017, 3:23 at p.m. by Hope Runyan. No skipping the pumpkin pie. No waiting in lines. No Black Friday shopping. In 2015, outdoor retailer REI  stood up against one of the busiest shopping days of the year — Black Friday —

Hang Up and Hang Out

Hang Up and Hang Out

Published on November 16, 2017, at 12:56 p.m. by Hyland Stockton. Meeting begins. Cue laptops and cell phones. Five minutes in, you realize you have no idea what has been said, but at least you look busy, right? Well, maybe not. While technology offers many benefits,

Food Truck Frenzy

Food Truck Frenzy

Published on November 15, 2017, at 10:26 p.m. by Parker Rocco. Food trends. From avocado toast to kale salads to acaį bowls, there seems to be a brand-new, must-try food item that hits the consumer market every year. While many types of foods, varying from

Falling into Football Season

Falling into Football Season

Published on November 9, 2017, at 5:06 p.m. by Hyland Stockton. With Thanksgiving around the corner, people have a lot to look forward to, and I’m not just talking about the food. Fall is now in full swing, which means cozy sweaters and preparing for

Media Corporations: What You Need to Know

Media Corporations: What You Need to Know

Published on November 8, 2017, at 12:02 p.m. by Maggie Schneider. Disney. Depending on who is asked, the name will conjure different ideas for different people. For some, they will immediately think of the animated movies produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Others might remember

Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Social Media for Greek Life

Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Social Media for Greek Life

Published on November 7, 2017, at 7:04 p.m. by Parker Rocco. Recently, university Greek life has been a hot topic in the news. The problem In the past year alone, there have been several allegations of hazing, sexual assault and underage drinking at large universities.

How to Stand Out: Entry-Level Job Edition

How to Stand Out: Entry-Level Job Edition

Published on November 6, 2017, at 9:01 a.m. by Lexi McKenzie. As the end of semester approaches too quickly for comfort, so does the anxiety about making summer internship plans or finding a full-time, entry-level job. There are specific things one should do when applying

Student-Run Integrated Communication Firms Must Become the Norm

Student-Run Integrated Communication Firms Must Become the Norm

Published on November 3, 2017, at 9:07 p.m. by Mallory McDonald. The public relations industry continues to expand, and the hiring process has become even more competitive. Students with the most real-world experience will have an advantage at getting a job in the field. To

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