Entering the World of PR- One Placement at a Time
The first few months of working in the PR industry can be the most challenging yet rewarding. For most people, and especially the #DCPR community,
The value of getting it right
We’ve all heard stories of people who have been hired in their dream job, who show up the first day eager to blaze a
How To: The Informational Interview
In a young PR professional’s life, there is nothing more important than the information interview. These types of interviews can help you receive insight from
Making the Most of Your First Year
As November is coming to an end, so too is my first semester in the Public Relations program. I’m winding down on current assignments and
So you want to get a placement…
While I’m excited about being in my final year of my program, it’s a bit overwhelming trying to choose places for my placement. In the
The Interview Checklist
We’re rolling along through the winter semester, and for PR students like me (and probably a lot of other students as well), that means it’s
Group Work
One of the most groan-inducing things to come out of a teacher’s mouth is “get into groups for your next assignment.” Although picking your partners
What the Heck is PR?
Almost every time I tell someone that I am taking Public Relations at Durham College, that is the question I am always asked. But really,