Internal Communications

March 5, 2021

TikTok and The Race to Join Emerging Social Platforms

By: Faith Ford TikTok, is a massively popular app that lets users create and share videos up to 60 seconds long. At least that’s the Dictionary.com definition of the content creation app that started to gain social media users’ attention around 2018. So how did TikTok get to where it is today? And what does… Continue reading

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February 2, 2021

Staying Connected: How to Network Like a Pro

By : Emily Schaper When it comes to opening new doors and opportunities, networking should be a top priority. It’s not just about trading information, but establishing long-term relationships with mutual benefits. Networking, however, may not be at the top of everyone’s to-do list. People may find it time-consuming, awkward, or out of their comfort… Continue reading

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January 27, 2021

How COVID-19 is Causing Event Planning Evolution

By: April Wood I hate to begin a blog post by talking about how COVID-19 has changed the communication industry, but to write a blog about “normal times” feels disingenuous. Public relations and other communication departments are rapidly adapting to communicating at a time of uncertainty and illness. A particularly challenging aspect of public relations… Continue reading

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December 8, 2020

Girl Scout Tweet: Political or Patterned?

By: Shayna Polly The United States Senate confirmed Amy Coney Barrett, the fifth woman in history to serve on the Supreme Court, on Oct. 26, 2020. The Girl Scouts, front runner in the business of girl power, tweeted to congratulate Barrett, accompanied by a photograph of all five women who have served. The Girl Scouts… Continue reading

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December 2, 2020

The Importance of a “Thank You”

Written by Ashleigh Horn “Thank you“ can be defined as a polite expression of one’s gratitude. Though this definition seems so simple, the action of thanking others has become about as rare as some students coming to class these days. I’ll be the first to admit that I have historically been guilty of not taking… Continue reading

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April 24, 2019

Sentiments of a College Senior

By Meredith Trapper As graduation quickly approaches, I cannot help but reflect on my time here at UCM and the defining moments that brought me to where I am today. Everyone has a reason for why they picked the degree they did, but for me, there were many reasons and many people. — I thought… Continue reading

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April 19, 2019

Feeling lost at school? We’ve all been there!

By Maddison Armbruster If you’re anything like me, I felt incredibly lost freshman year. I had no idea what I wanted to major in or what I wanted to do with my life. After some time, I selected public relations as my major and began to find a path post-graduation. However, there are a few… Continue reading

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April 12, 2019

College Graduates, How Do You Make a Resume That Stands Above the Rest?

By Amanda Walls From someone who is weeks away from college graduation and hunting for a full-time job, trust me, finding a position you are happy with is difficult! Landing that position is even more challenging. Here are some tips on how to create a resume that stands above the rest. Short, but… Continue reading

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April 8, 2019

Life of a University Student Employee and Aspiring Professional

By Hannah Treat Working on campus is a typical job opportunity for most college students, whatever university they might be at, but you don’t always get to work in an area that is dedicated to your major. Personally, I have worked in housing and the music department. Although they are both great job opportunities, they… Continue reading

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March 29, 2019

PR Madness

By Emily Thole It is officially March, one of the most exciting months of the year. This month brings forth multiple things to look forward to. March is a time to celebrate Women’s History, St. Patrick’s Day, spring break, and one of the most exciting and authentic events in college athletics: March Madness. March Madness… Continue reading

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