I got a chance to attend a lecture presentation last night by Dr. Gregory Button, a professor in the Department of Anthropology on his reseach on the Exxon-Valdez Oil Spill in March 1989. Numerous presentations are being made on this crisis since the 20th Anniversary of the oil spill is Read more…
It seems whereever you look – whether it is from the news or just talking with people that you know – the current economic status is definitely a popular topic of conversation. There just seems to be some professions and disciplines that are being hit the hardest. Doctoral students are Read more…
I am always fascinated when going to other countries on how certain corporations are closely linked to the nation brand of that country. I feel like whenever I travel – I always try to explore the culture and surroundings to get the complete experience. From eating the local cuisine (what Read more…
More than ever, public relations professionals need to really take the time and effort to establish their personal brands and how they manage how they are presented online as a researcher, practitioner, student, and person. We as PR professionals need to take every opportunity to be our own “PR person” Read more…
When we think of social media – we think about networking with others and promoting our special events and fundraisers for our clients. But, about in the other instances where these events are not positive – like crisis situations? What role does social media play in these types of situations? Read more…