Hi everyone!
Tonight the PRSSA meeting featured Josh Dysart as the guest speaker. Dysart is the Director of Communications at VML, an interactive marketing company in Kansas City, MO. Founded in 1992, VML is now considered one of the world's leading marketing technology companies with more than 500 employees working all over the world. In 2005, VML placed in the top 50 interactive agencies in the world by Adweek. It was also recognized in 2005 as a Strong Performer in the Forrester Wave. VML has received numerous other prestious awards and nominations. Dysart is a 2003 KU graduate from The William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communication. While at KU, Dysart was Promotions Director of Rock Chalk Revue, he interned at Sprint the summer before his senior year, after graduation he worked as an intern at Callahan Creek and then worked in the PR department at GlynnDevins Senior Living facility for a year and a half. Now at VML, Dysart does marketing for the company as well as representing VML in the best way that he can. He does a lot of online marketing for clients such as Burger King, Colgate, Sprint, Sears, AMC Theatres and many more. Dysart gave PRSSA members information about what it was like working for VML, as well as offering beneficial advice to all.
For those of you who did not know, the officers of PRSSA just returned tonight before the meeting, from a National PRSSA Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. At the conference, we attended numerous sessions that featured public relations professionals from prestigious PR firms all over the country, many, with branches in countries from all over the world. We've gained a lot of insight from these speakers and the conference, as a whole. We have a lot of great ideas for PRSSA and can't wait to share them with all of you! We can assure you that next semester, PRSSA will offer many more opportunities for member interaction and we will continue to grow as an outstanding, and highly recognized organization on this campus. If any of you have any questions about PRSSA or any suggestions as to what you would like to see PRSSA do differently, please feel free to email me at Joniann@ku.edu. I would appreciate any feedback!
Thanks everybody and have a great week!
Joni Hammer
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Monday, November 13, 2006
PRSSA MEETING
Tuesday November 14, 2006
Integrated Advertising / PR
7 p.m. (j-comms at 6:30)
2092 DOLE
Josh Dysart from VML
FREE PIZZA
Integrated Advertising / PR
7 p.m. (j-comms at 6:30)
2092 DOLE
Josh Dysart from VML
FREE PIZZA
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
PRSSA minutes from Oct. 30, 2006
Hello everyone!
At our last meeting on Monday, Oct. 30th, we had a very informational and well-rounded speaker share his journalism experience with us. Art Menke, from Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Great Plains area, spoke to PRSSA members about his journalism experience, working as the public relations manager for a top law firm, and offered us a little advice of his own. Mr. Menke has written for several magazines, he organized a successful high school sports web site for ESPN, he has received numerous awards for the magazine that he launched for a non-profit company and he worked for another very prestigious law firm in Chicago as their public relations manager before moving to New York to work for Shook, Hardy & Bacon. He just recently was transferred to their Overland Park branch. Mr. Menke graduated from the University of Iowa and majored in Theater. Shook, Hardy & Bacon is one of the biggest defenders of tobacco and pharmaceutical companies, so this can make his job as public relations manager a little interesting at times. We would like to thank Mr. Menke immensely for coming to KU to speak to PRSSA. His well-rounded journalism career and seasoned professional advice to students was very interesting and beneficial. Our next PRSSA meeting will be on Tuesday, Nov. 14th at 7:00 in Dole 2092. The topic will be Integrated Marketing and our guest speaker will be Josh Dysart, from VML. As always, FREE PIZZA! Hope to see you all there!
At our last meeting on Monday, Oct. 30th, we had a very informational and well-rounded speaker share his journalism experience with us. Art Menke, from Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Great Plains area, spoke to PRSSA members about his journalism experience, working as the public relations manager for a top law firm, and offered us a little advice of his own. Mr. Menke has written for several magazines, he organized a successful high school sports web site for ESPN, he has received numerous awards for the magazine that he launched for a non-profit company and he worked for another very prestigious law firm in Chicago as their public relations manager before moving to New York to work for Shook, Hardy & Bacon. He just recently was transferred to their Overland Park branch. Mr. Menke graduated from the University of Iowa and majored in Theater. Shook, Hardy & Bacon is one of the biggest defenders of tobacco and pharmaceutical companies, so this can make his job as public relations manager a little interesting at times. We would like to thank Mr. Menke immensely for coming to KU to speak to PRSSA. His well-rounded journalism career and seasoned professional advice to students was very interesting and beneficial. Our next PRSSA meeting will be on Tuesday, Nov. 14th at 7:00 in Dole 2092. The topic will be Integrated Marketing and our guest speaker will be Josh Dysart, from VML. As always, FREE PIZZA! Hope to see you all there!
Monday, October 30, 2006
Upcoming Events
Hello PRSSAers.... Here is what's coming up for all you journalists and strategic communicators.
Nov. 1: Richard Ben Cramer, Pulitzer Prize winner and author of “What It Takes: The Way to the White House,” a book about the 1988 presidential election and the character of presidential candidates, 7:30 p.m., Dole Institute of Politics.
Nov. 9: Edward Humes, author of “Over Here, the GI Bill,” and a Pulitzer Prize winner, will discuss the sweeping impact of the GI Bill, 7:30 p.m., Dole Institute.
Nov. 16: The Internship Fair, sponsored by University Career Center, will take place on Thursday, November 16 in the Relays and Courtside Rooms of the Burge Union. The fair begins at 3:30 pm with an Intern Panel. The panel consists of a small group of students who will share past internship experiences and participate in a Q&A session. The actual informational fair (students meet with employers) runs from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Students are expected to wear professional dress and bring a resume. A current list of attending employers and organizations can be found at: https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?cf=intfair06.
If anyone else knows any interesting events happening around campus, please feel free to post. Hope to see everyone tonight!
Nov. 1: Richard Ben Cramer, Pulitzer Prize winner and author of “What It Takes: The Way to the White House,” a book about the 1988 presidential election and the character of presidential candidates, 7:30 p.m., Dole Institute of Politics.
Nov. 9: Edward Humes, author of “Over Here, the GI Bill,” and a Pulitzer Prize winner, will discuss the sweeping impact of the GI Bill, 7:30 p.m., Dole Institute.
Nov. 16: The Internship Fair, sponsored by University Career Center, will take place on Thursday, November 16 in the Relays and Courtside Rooms of the Burge Union. The fair begins at 3:30 pm with an Intern Panel. The panel consists of a small group of students who will share past internship experiences and participate in a Q&A session. The actual informational fair (students meet with employers) runs from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Students are expected to wear professional dress and bring a resume. A current list of attending employers and organizations can be found at: https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?cf=intfair06.
If anyone else knows any interesting events happening around campus, please feel free to post. Hope to see everyone tonight!
Friday, October 27, 2006
Former ESPN Rep will speak on MONDAY
PRSSA MEETING ON MONDAY
Online Sports Marketing/ PR for ESPN
Former ESPN Rep. will speak
MONDAY Oct. 30th, 2006
*the meeting is on Monday because Halloween is on Tuesday!
7p.m. (J-Comms at 6:15p.m.)
Resource/Reading Room - 210 Stauffer Flint
Online Sports Marketing/ PR for ESPN
Former ESPN Rep. will speak
MONDAY Oct. 30th, 2006
*the meeting is on Monday because Halloween is on Tuesday!
7p.m. (J-Comms at 6:15p.m.)
Resource/Reading Room - 210 Stauffer Flint
FREE PIZZA
Monday, October 23, 2006
PRSSA Minutes
The following PRSSA minutes were taken at the meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006 in the reading room of Stauffer-Flint. The topic was non-profit public relations organizations. For our guest speaker, we brought in Peggy Wallert and her assistant Erin Roberts from Cottonwood, Inc. here in Lawrence. Peggy Wallert has been the Director of Community Relations/Development since 1999. Wallert is the chief spokesperson for the agency and works closely with the media and members of the community, as well as deals with crisis communication situations. Wallert also oversees all fundraising events and directs the Cottonwood Foundation. She is from Salina, KS and received her Master's in Special Education from KU in 2001. Erin Roberts is a recent KU School of Journalism graduate and serves as Peggy's assistant.
Peggy and Erin discussed the purpose of Cottonwood, Inc. and described the various assistance and services they provide to individuals with physical disabilities in the surrounding Douglas and Jefferson counties. She also explained the purpose of the Cottonwood Foundation and the two big fundraisers that Cottonwood holds annually.
It was a very informational meeting and we are so thankful that both Peggy and Erin took the time out of their busy schedules to speak to our organization! Our next PRSSA meeting will be on Monday, Oct. 30th. The location will be announced at a later date. Hope to see you there!
Peggy and Erin discussed the purpose of Cottonwood, Inc. and described the various assistance and services they provide to individuals with physical disabilities in the surrounding Douglas and Jefferson counties. She also explained the purpose of the Cottonwood Foundation and the two big fundraisers that Cottonwood holds annually.
It was a very informational meeting and we are so thankful that both Peggy and Erin took the time out of their busy schedules to speak to our organization! Our next PRSSA meeting will be on Monday, Oct. 30th. The location will be announced at a later date. Hope to see you there!
Sunday, October 22, 2006
Mentors and Pizza
Journalism students-
Please join us at one of the upcoming Mentoring And Pizza “MAP” sessions on Tuesday, October 24, and Wednesday, October 25, from 5-7 p.m. in the Journalism Resource Center (2nd floor of Stauffer-Flint).
The events are informal. JUST STOP BY ANY TIME either night to chat with your faculty mentors and other journalism professors about electives, study abroad and your career path options. Don't miss this excellent opportunity for one-on-one faculty mentoring.
FREE PIZZA WILL BE SERVED!
All journalism students are assigned a faculty mentor. If you have forgotten your mentor's name, check your admission letter or stop by the Advising and Records Office in 201 Stauffer-Flint. Your mentors will e-mail you soon. You can also contact them directly to set up an appointment.
See you there!
- Jennifer Kinnard
Communications Coordinator KU School of Journalism
Please join us at one of the upcoming Mentoring And Pizza “MAP” sessions on Tuesday, October 24, and Wednesday, October 25, from 5-7 p.m. in the Journalism Resource Center (2nd floor of Stauffer-Flint).
The events are informal. JUST STOP BY ANY TIME either night to chat with your faculty mentors and other journalism professors about electives, study abroad and your career path options. Don't miss this excellent opportunity for one-on-one faculty mentoring.
FREE PIZZA WILL BE SERVED!
All journalism students are assigned a faculty mentor. If you have forgotten your mentor's name, check your admission letter or stop by the Advising and Records Office in 201 Stauffer-Flint. Your mentors will e-mail you soon. You can also contact them directly to set up an appointment.
See you there!
- Jennifer Kinnard
Communications Coordinator KU School of Journalism
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
2006 Internship Fair
The University Career Center is hosting the 2006 Internship Fair on Thursday, November 16th from 3:30-6:30 pm. The event will be held in the Burge Union. The Internship Fair provides a chance for you to meet with local and national company representatives to learn about what opportunities and internships are available. Students should bring copies of your resume and dress in business attire. The event is open to students of all disciplines who are interested in gaining work experiences in a desired field of study.
The event begins with an Intern Panel Discussion from 3:30-4:30 pm. During this time you can listen to previous and current interns speak about making the most of an internship experience. At the end of the discussion there will be time for a question and answer session.
The Internship Fair will run from 4:30-6:30 pm. Students will meet with representatives from various organizations at this time.
The Internship Fair will run from 4:30-6:30 pm. Students will meet with representatives from various organizations at this time.
A list of participating companies can be found on the UCC website (www.ucc.ku.edu) under Career Fairs by choosing the Internship Fair link.
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Greetings Strategic Communications Students,Here are two upcoming events you'll want to attend.
1. Ad Club Career Day is Friday, November 10
The Ad Club is now accepting registrations for Career Day 2006. This day-long event is geared to college students studying advertising, marketing, public relations, design, and other related fields and is also open to faculty. Student participants will select from 17 session topics to learn what professionals in each field really do in their careers and how to prepare for such jobs. The day includes an offering of light breakfast selections and a full lunch.
When: Friday, November 10; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (optional portfolio review immediately following.)
Where: Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Road, Kansas City, Missouri
Student Registration: $30 (includes lunch). Registration deadline is November 1st. No refunds for cancellations will be issued after November 8. Register online at kcadclub.com. If you have questions, call 816.822.0300 or e-mail Rachel Hack at rachel@kcadclub.com.
2. Public Relations Society of America Career Day is Friday, November 3
Get a Real World Glimpse at Public Relations in Kansas City. Make plans now to join the Greater Kansas City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America for a real-world look at public relations in the Kansas City market.What: “The Ticket to your Future” – Full Admission to Learn and Prepare for a Successful Public Relations Career
When: Friday, November 3, 2006 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Kansas City Public Library – Central (downtown) 14 West 10th Street Kansas City, Mo.
Why: Learn the skills you need to get your first public relations job, gain insights from top Kansas City media contacts and PR professionals, and be the first to know about local internships and job opportunities!
The day includes: * Networking, networking, networking * Internship Fair * Resume review * “Day in the Life” panel * An inspiring keynote speaker * Hands-on workshop on how to write media pitches, news releases, Web site content and corporate newsletters under the mentorship of seasoned PR pros * Writing Contest (contact Patty Noland for details; Pnoland@ku.edu) due by Oct. 23 *Announcement of the GKC PRSA Writing Contest winner (who will receive a two-week internship)
Cost: $40 (includes lunch) Questions? Contact Renee Robinson at (816) 460-3027 or e-mail rrobinson@nicholsonkovac.com
Attachments---------------
Ad Club Panel Descriptions 2006.doc:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/ifEmoadS
PRSA.Writing Contest info.pdf:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/mpYucxfP
PRSA Career Day.pdf:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/dkwyUrhB
Ad Club Career Day Reg Form 2006.doc:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/wRLflhmo
1. Ad Club Career Day is Friday, November 10
The Ad Club is now accepting registrations for Career Day 2006. This day-long event is geared to college students studying advertising, marketing, public relations, design, and other related fields and is also open to faculty. Student participants will select from 17 session topics to learn what professionals in each field really do in their careers and how to prepare for such jobs. The day includes an offering of light breakfast selections and a full lunch.
When: Friday, November 10; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (optional portfolio review immediately following.)
Where: Colonial Presbyterian Church, 9500 Wornall Road, Kansas City, Missouri
Student Registration: $30 (includes lunch). Registration deadline is November 1st. No refunds for cancellations will be issued after November 8. Register online at kcadclub.com. If you have questions, call 816.822.0300 or e-mail Rachel Hack at rachel@kcadclub.com.
2. Public Relations Society of America Career Day is Friday, November 3
Get a Real World Glimpse at Public Relations in Kansas City. Make plans now to join the Greater Kansas City Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America for a real-world look at public relations in the Kansas City market.What: “The Ticket to your Future” – Full Admission to Learn and Prepare for a Successful Public Relations Career
When: Friday, November 3, 2006 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Kansas City Public Library – Central (downtown) 14 West 10th Street Kansas City, Mo.
Why: Learn the skills you need to get your first public relations job, gain insights from top Kansas City media contacts and PR professionals, and be the first to know about local internships and job opportunities!
The day includes: * Networking, networking, networking * Internship Fair * Resume review * “Day in the Life” panel * An inspiring keynote speaker * Hands-on workshop on how to write media pitches, news releases, Web site content and corporate newsletters under the mentorship of seasoned PR pros * Writing Contest (contact Patty Noland for details; Pnoland@ku.edu) due by Oct. 23 *Announcement of the GKC PRSA Writing Contest winner (who will receive a two-week internship)
Cost: $40 (includes lunch) Questions? Contact Renee Robinson at (816) 460-3027 or e-mail rrobinson@nicholsonkovac.com
Attachments---------------
Ad Club Panel Descriptions 2006.doc:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/ifEmoadS
PRSA.Writing Contest info.pdf:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/mpYucxfP
PRSA Career Day.pdf:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/dkwyUrhB
Ad Club Career Day Reg Form 2006.doc:https://ku-csm.symplicity.com/u/wRLflhmo
Thursday, October 05, 2006
Lee Denim Day Speakers
Hello everyone. Friday, October 6th marks the 11th annual Lee National Denim Day. Jayhawk Communications is culminating our campaign by invited three breast cancer survivors to speak to the public and KU students. The speakers will include Donna Neuner, facilitator of the Lawrence Breast Cancer Action support group, Julie Cowdin, a breast cancer survivor committed to raising awareness, and Kathy Guth, an advanced nurse practitioner at Watkins Health Center.
These three women are volunteering their time to educate KU students about their experiences surviving breast cancer and the dangers that breast cancer poses. I encourage everyone, officers and members, to attend this event and show your support for breast cancer research and awareness.
These three women are volunteering their time to educate KU students about their experiences surviving breast cancer and the dangers that breast cancer poses. I encourage everyone, officers and members, to attend this event and show your support for breast cancer research and awareness.
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