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Public Relations

Department of Communication
Kleist Center for Art & Drama
(440) 826-2278
Creative and communications-focused, public relations is a dynamic field where target audiences of communities, corporations and consumers blend with strategic plans involving marketing and media relations.

Comprehensive
From public speaking to persuasive messaging to publicity releases, you will learn the basics that will prepare you for a career in public relations.  You will gain the writing and oratory skills needed for success and build an impressive presentation portfolio to showcase your work.

Professional
Connections through PRSA and IABC put you in contact with over 100 area professionals who can help guide your career through networking, informational interviews and job shadowing experiences.

Experiential
Real-world experience bridges theory with application.  You will work on community campaigns, media kits, research projects and more.  Through internships, independent study projects and involvement with the student PR Club, you will participate in resume-enhancing and portfolio-building opportunities that will prepare you for success in this competitive field.

Growing field
Public relations is an exciting field that includes career positions in:

•event planning •journalism •media relations
•desktop publishing •human resources •fundraising
•public service official •sales  •corporate and non-profit public/community relations
•marketing •advertising


Offered as a major and minor