Public Relations & Public Affairs
Public Relations & Public Affairs
A career in Public Relations and Public Affairs focuses on building relationships,
communicating key messages, and maintaining a positive public image for organizations.
Professionals in this field create content, manage media relations, coordinate events,
and engage with both internal and external audiences. Students with backgrounds in
English, Anthropology, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology develop the communication,
research, writing, and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in careers that connect
organizations with the communities they serve. Whether crafting speeches, managing
public outreach, or coordinating communication strategies, these roles play a vital
part in shaping public perception and engagement.
(English, Anthropology, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology)
- Public Relations Specialist - assist in determining PR goals, coordinate activities, develop & maintain a positive
corporate image with media, liaison between press and management, prepare press releases,
write speeches, develop presentations, write & edit newsletters and brochures; requires
degree in English, communications or related major
- Public Relations Assistant - research and write copy for corporate and web publications, coordinate seminars
and public events; requires degree
- Speech Writer - research and write speeches and presentations, video scripts, web page text, bylined
articles, and presentations; BA required, MA or MBA preferred
- Internal Communications - design and conduct communications program including Intranet, plan and implement
marketing and PR strategies for internal and external audiences; requires degree in
English or journalism
- Public Affairs Representative - develop and coordinate community events, provide organizational and administrative
support, serve as corporate spokesperson, interface with media, write and edit newsletters,
speeches and press releases, manage corporate philanthropy program; requires degree
in English, communications, or related major
- Community Relations - support and contribute to PR and marketing efforts in community, support public
events; requires degree in English, communications, journalism or related social science
