Public Relations Team Wins Direct Effect Innovation Challenge at the University of South Florida

Four Public Relations students won the Direct Effect Innovation Challenge at the University of South Florida on November 8. The team– Allison James, Paige Peterson, Victoria Pires, and Mitchell Krueger- was presented with the challenge of attracting attention from food enthusiasts to Tampa Bay’s emerging food scene by designing a campaign with a United States Postal Service direct mail piece and a presentation in less than 3.5 hours. 

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SCOM Alumnus Drew Piers Recognized by Seminole 100

This year, the College of Communication and Information (CCI) proudly celebrates several alumni who are featured in the Seminole 100, which recognizes 100 of the fastest growing Florida State University (FSU) alumni-owned and led businesses. One of the notable alumni is Drew Piers (B.S. ‘14), who was recognized for his real estate investment and property …

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FPRA Student Chapter Travels to Orlando for Networking Trip

Florida State University’s Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Student Capital Chapter traveled to Orlando for their semesterly networking trip, exposing their members to real-world professionals and environments with opportunities to make valuable connections. During the trip, the group met with public relations (PR) professionals from Universal Orlando Resort, Visit Orlando, the Dr. Phillips Center for …

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Student Spotlight: Alyssa Croft

Public Relations student Alyssa Croft presented “Words in Big Business: How Scienceploitation has Invaded Consumer Society” at the President’s Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence on October 10, 2024. The presentation was the culmination of 10 months of work on the project, made possible by an IDEA Grant Croft received last March.

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SCOM Alumna Recognized as Top Women in Media

School of Communication alumna Brooke Garringer was chosen as an honoree for the 2024 Cynopsis Top Women in Media in the “PR Gurus” category. The award celebrates the past achievements and future potential of women in media, reaffirming their vital role in driving innovation, creativity, and positive change. From executives and innovators to content creators …

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