Archive for April, 2009
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
Do you deal with entertainment or food reporters who want freebies in exchange for editorial coverage? If you or your organization make undisclosed payments to journalists to publish or broadcast a story, this is what is called "pay for play" and it is against the PRSA Code of Ethics.
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Monday, April 20th, 2009
The 2009 PRSA Scholarship deadline has been extended from April 30th to May 8th.
This year the scholarship will be awarded to two Communications students with an interest in the public relations profession. The scholarship - aptly named the Career Jump Start Scholarship Package - will consist of professional membership to ...
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Sunday, April 19th, 2009
Just what is a flog?
A flog is a “fake blog,” where an organization or its representative creates an online forum that appears to be from a private citizen expressing personal opinion or experiences, when, in fact, it is being maintained for hire with an undisclosed agenda and cloaked identities.
One ...
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Friday, April 3rd, 2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. networking, 12 p.m. lunch and presentation, 1 p.m. presentation concludes
Description: Since Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons' election, his policies and actions have been fodder for frequent criticism by the news media. Regardless of political affiliation, PR professionals want to hear what his staff are doing to engage capitol media ...
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009
During the month of April, PRSA national and the Las Vegas Valley Chapter are hosting special opportunities for you to learn about the Accreditation in Public Relations program, including:
From PRSA National:
Accelerate Your Career in Public Relations
Steps You Can Take Now to Prepare for Your Future
Free Webinar, Thursday, April 9, ...
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