Category Archives: Fall 2015

There was no greater way to complete yet another peacefully gloomy rainy day at Delaware then spending the evening at Main Street’s coziest café. You guessed it – Brew HaHa. What you may not have guessed, though, was that the comfy coffee shop was home to “Night with the Pros” – PRSSA’s yearly networking event.Continue reading “Night with the Pros: An Evening of Fashion Icons, Accounting Gone Astray, and PRofessionalism”

So you decided you want to write a blog post- and that’s about as much as you know. Where do you start? What makes something “blog-material”? Well, you’re in luck. Reaching a larger audience and keeping their interest isn’t nearly as hard as it looks, and following simple guidelines can help put you on theContinue reading “Blogging Tips for Beginners”

So many young people try to focus on growing their social media brand through Twitter and Instagram that some people—especially freshman like me—do not even know about LinkedIn. If they do know about it, there is somewhat of an art in navigating it the right way. A direct connection with professionals around the world isContinue reading ““LinkedIn Learning” Skill Slam Recap”

On Monday, Nov. 2, PRSSA-UD members and newcomers filled Gore Hall to hear about all of the upcoming opportunities available to members and to learn from social media guru Beth Granger. The executive board first discussed Night with the Pros, a networking event that provides a fantastic opportunity for members to meet a panel ofContinue reading “November 2nd Meeting Recap”

Last week 12 members from our PRSSA chapter took a trip to Karma Agency, a content agency in Philadelphia, PA.  Assistant program director, Jamie Levy, did an excellent job of organizing this amazing opportunity for our chapter.  From start to finish, the experience was so enjoyable and informational.  Upon arriving to Karma, we were greetedContinue reading “2015 Fall Field Trip: A Visit to Karma Agency”

Paxton Mittleman, PRSSA-UD’s VP of External Affairs, took a risk and opened up her very own social media marketing business. This Inter[n]view is for anyone who has ever been “crazy enough” to dream big, and do bigger! PRSSA-UD: Paxton, at twenty years old, you’ve already taken the leap to open up your own social media marketing firm.Continue reading “The Inter[n]view… with a CEO!”

Michelle Sachs’ time at Visit Bucks County has deepened her love for tourism and hospitality PR. This Inter[n]view, Michelle tells all about her summer working with a PR agency that celebrates the beauty of Pennsylvania. PRSSA-UD: So Michelle, before our interview you mentioned you’ve always been interested in pursuing travel and hospitality PR, and you’veContinue reading “The Inter[n]view: Michelle Sachs Deepens Her Interest for Travel and Hospitality PR Through Visit Bucks County Internship”

When Jamie began building the public relations outreach for Soundview Caterers, she had no idea the independence and motivation she would gain! This Inter[n]view explores Jamie’s experiences during her first PR internship in Long Island, NY. PRSSA-UD: You’re just coming out of freshman year and you’ve already got an internship!? That’s fantastic. Was Soundview CaterersContinue reading “The Inter[n]view: Jamie Levy Builds A PR Position from the Ground Up”