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Written by: Deborah Bello Interning, networking, studying, repeat. The Ad/PR industry is a competitive space, and as aspiring professionals, we often find ourselves stuck in a monotonous cycle of chasing the next big thing. Don’t get me wrong, it’s great to have goals and create systems that work. Surely interning, networking and studying put you … Continue reading 4 Tips to Survive and Thrive as an Ad/PR Major

Written by: Hannah Salcedo You probably think you choose brands purely based on price, quality and convenience. Logic-based decision-making, right? Well, what if I told you that your decisions are being influenced long before you compare your options? In advertising, elements like color and sound are more than aesthetic choices. While these factors may seem … Continue reading How Brands Use Color, Sound and Emotion to Influence You

Written by: Skylar Gieger  Every semester, Quotes hosts an internship fair called Intern Pursuit. This is the biggest event of the semester for both the club and many communications majors. There are dozens of employers in one room, and it can be nerve-wracking if you do not know how to prepare for it. As someone … Continue reading How to Prepare for Intern Pursuit

How Different Industries Use Public Relations and Ways That Students Can Get Involved With Them Written by: Alexandra Garcia Every field uses public relations in some way, making Ad/PR degrees extremely versatile. Even though the ways PR is used vary by industry, the intention remains the same: to manage the information that shapes how brands … Continue reading Versatility of PR: Industries and Student Involvement

Written by Hannah Salcedo Today’s job and internship market is more crowded than ever before, so if you want recruiters to notice you, you’ll need to stand out. One easy way to set yourself apart from the competition is by earning certifications. There are many options available, but if you’re looking to earn a certification … Continue reading Free Certifications to Benefit Communications Students

Written by Skylar Gieger I believe that almost every student at UCF has heard the words “network, network, network” come out of a professor’s mouth when asked how to become career-ready. Not only have I heard this from every single professor since starting at UCF, but I hear it countless times a semester. Networking is … Continue reading How to Start Building Your Network