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Living in the Fast Lane: Interning for a PR Firm

Posted At: October 5, 2012 1:40 P.M. by Shelby Calambokidis In the PR industry, there are generally two career paths: working within an organization in the PR department or working for a firm that specializes in public relations. While both jobs may be stressful, PR

A Game of Strategy

Posted At: September 28, 2012 12:45 P.M. by Jessica Colburn Remember, a physical game board is not necessary, but strategy is essential to making the most out of your PRSA chapter meetings.

Introverts in PR, Ironic? Maybe Not

Posted At: September 25, 2012 11:10 A.M. by Mariah Fairweather A common response to the question of “Why did you go into the public relations field?” is “I am a people person.” Public relations professionals are often characterized as outgoing, approachable people. They are often

From 'Watch Dog' to 'Lap Dog'

Posted At: September 24, 2012 1:41 P.M. by Sam Nathews As Election Day draws nearer, it seems the steam radiating from the two political engines has begun blurring the lines that differentiate journalists and PR professionals.

How Important Is That Code of Ethics?

Posted At: September 21, 2012 11:45 P.M. by Christina Steward The PRSA Code of Ethics is not just something you see in the back of a textbook. If you ever feel like you are faltering in the PR world, the Code reminds you why you

What's in Your Professional Toolbox?

Posted At: September 19, 2012 2:38 P.M. by Leighton Brown What does it mean to be actively involved? Is joining an organization enough?

Not So Super PACs

Posted At: September 13, 2012 12:57 P.M. by Shelby Calambokidis The landscape of elections is bound to change if super PACs, which are allowed to accept unlimited contributions from an undisclosed list of donors, are in the driver’s seat. Corporations now have the ability to

The Determined Intern

Posted At: September 5, 2012 2:42 P.M. by Jessica Colburn I learned very quickly that life as an intern is quite different from life as a college student leading multiple student organizations. As an intern, we are not the ones who make the call. We

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