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The Secret to Success in the Music Industry: Public Relations
Written by Mallory Griffin Do you ever wonder how your favorite music artist went from just a “somebody” to an international star and everyone knew their name? Well, I’m sure your first guess would be their talent and of course, that is a major factor. However, their story had to start somewhere and what better… Continue reading
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How I Used my Strategic Planning Skills to Plan Life After Undergrad
By: Senior, April Wood As I approached and finally entered the last year of my undergraduate degree, one question became an uncomfortably looming presence – What do I want to do with my life (and my degree)? The truth is – I’m still looking. But I’d love to share my thought process so far. In… Continue reading
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How Public Relations Molded Me Into A Young Professional
By: Sebastian Szczurowski When I look back at my time at the University of Central Missouri I can’t help but to think about how fast it all went by. It seems like it was just yesterday that I made my first official visit to the university for my scheduled orientation day. When I first made… Continue reading
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Extra Extra, Read All About It: The Importance of Staying in the Now
By: Emily Schaper Being a Part of the Table We’ve all been part of a conversation where we have no idea what is being talked about. It sets you apart from others and can become difficult to get to know more people. When it comes to global issues, reading the news or checking the media… Continue reading
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How Do We Solve Mental Health in Public Relations?
By: Elizabeth Ewell Mental Health Issues have become one of the leading common deaths in America. Mental health is often a topic that is shunned or embarrassing to discuss. Some take mental health issues as a joke, and some are not afraid to speak out about the issue. Still, there are more who pay no… Continue reading
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Oh, the People You’ll Meet!
By: Maxlyn Wilbanks When you first think of public relations, what do you think of? When I began my degree, I thought of all the negative aspects of PR and wasn’t sure it was the right choice for me. However, as I am about to graduate from UCM, I have realized how much my perspective… Continue reading
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Senior Scaries: Graduation and Where to Go Next
By: Hannah Staul As I prepare for graduation, all I can think about is what the next step is. How do I know when I am even ready to apply for full-time jobs, when school is still in the forefront of my mind? I did the research for you, so follow along for a step-by-step… Continue reading
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Research is Boring, Time-Consuming and Absolutely Critical to Your Success
By: Ashleigh Horn Research is the key to all successful public relations strategy. It is the defining factor in how we choose to tell our client’s story and helps us identify how our target audiences will react—long before they are ever exposed to any messaging. But why is research crucial? How can it single-handedly define… Continue reading
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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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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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