By: Becca Cohen As students studying communications at Penn State, we’re not just studying Gen Z, we are Gen Z. We live the same habits, scroll the same feeds, and engage with brands just like the audiences we’re trying to reach. That gives us a unique advantage, especially at Happy Valley Comm, where we seeContinueContinue reading “Trends We’re Watching in 2025”
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How To Grow and Maintain a Network
By Claire Silfies Like countless first-year students at Penn State, one of my earliest concerns was the necessity to have a strong network to thrive in communications. It is commonly said that 70% of people get their jobs through their network, but it can be difficult to know how to create this group of peopleContinueContinue reading “How To Grow and Maintain a Network”
The Professional Edge I Gained from Studying Abroad
By: Olivia Blake This past summer, I had the opportunity to study in Spain for six weeks as an offering from Penn State’s Spanish department. I lived in a town called Ronda with 20 other students, stayed with a host family, and took classes at a local music conservatory. We stayed in a small, close-knitContinueContinue reading “The Professional Edge I Gained from Studying Abroad”
Not Being a Screenager is Cool
The beauty in putting your phone down in the age of technology By Kara Zagoren How cool would it be to not be on your phone ? When sitting at a table, your phone is not only down, but out of sight, tucked away, and untouched for the duration of your time there. During aContinueContinue reading “Not Being a Screenager is Cool”
Networking Dos and Don’ts
by Lillie Nye You’re standing at a networking night, name tag in place, clutching your résumé, waiting to talk to your dream company. Now what? In Public Relations, connections are everything. With such a large field, there is infinite room for growth and learning. Networking, if done the right way, can lead to a job,ContinueContinue reading “Networking Dos and Don’ts”
These 3 Tips Will Make You a Confident Public Speaker
By Jadyn Cocozello Fears come in all different shapes and sizes- reasonable and unreasonable. For some, maybe it’s securing that summer internship, or it’s finding someone to ask to greek life formal and for others it’s the upcoming Business Administration exam. But did you know that 75% of Americans fear public speaking over death? Yes,ContinueContinue reading “These 3 Tips Will Make You a Confident Public Speaker”
The Art of Taking Things Slow and Embracing Boredom
By Becca Cohen Slowing down is just as valuable as achievement. Some of the best ideas don’t come from rushing between meetings but from moments of stillness—sitting on a bench, taking a slow walk, or embracing boredom. In those quiet moments, the mind processes ideas in ways that structured schedules often don’t allow. Creativity, reflection,ContinueContinue reading “The Art of Taking Things Slow and Embracing Boredom”
Tips for Landing that Internship
By Camryn Beers No. 1) Taking Advantage of PSU Resources Penn State offers countless valuable resources, and as a student, it’s essential to take advantage of as many as possible during your time here. Each college at Penn State hosts annual career fairs and job expos, providing students with the chance to network with aContinueContinue reading “Tips for Landing that Internship”
How Procrastination Can Boost Creativity in Media and Advertising
By Alyssa Murray The best ideas rarely happen on command. Staring at a blank page, forcing creativity, and pushing for immediate results often lead to uninspired work. But then, in the shower, on a walk, or seconds before a deadline, the breakthrough happens. Society tells us procrastination is a weakness, but what if it isContinueContinue reading “How Procrastination Can Boost Creativity in Media and Advertising”
Five Essential Strategies to Secure an Internship
By Elizabeth Bova In college internships are a major stepping stone in building your resume for a post-graduate career. These roles typically offer valuable, entry-level experience, between 6-12 weeks to gain skills and have networking opportunities. However, securing an internship can be difficult in today’s competitive job market. In order to succeed, here are aContinueContinue reading “Five Essential Strategies to Secure an Internship”
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