Some REALLY great opportunities!
Additional section of COM 439 offered this fall. Due to overwhelming demand, we've opened a second section of COM 439 this fall, TR, 3:30-4:45 with Dr. Sam Dyer. Registration is open for this section now and the seats are filling up quickly. Be sure to register as soon as possible for this class so that it makes!
Graduating next month? You are invited!
Spring 2008 commencement is coming soon, and for those of you who are graduating 
, plan to attend a college sponsored reception before commencement! Bring your parents, friends, and other guests and meet the Dean of the College, Dr. Carey Adams and other COM faculty members. Friday, May 16, 11:30-1:00 in the lower atrium of First and Calvary Church (next to Hammons Student Center).
Free concert event this weekend planned by COM 309 students!
Tina Stillwell's COM 309 class (Principles of Public Relations) is coordinating a special event in conjunction with Ozarks CW this Saturday (April 26) to raise awareness of gynecologic cancers and to raise donations for GYN Cancers Alliance here in Springfield. The event, which will take place from noon-6 p.m. at Jordan Valley Park, features the music of four bands and MSU’s A Cub Bella (women’s a cappella group). From their press release:
MSU STUDENTS HOST FREE TO BE ROCK FEST FOR GYN CANCERS ALLIANCE
SPRINGFIELD—Public relations students from Missouri State University and The Ozarks CW will host Free To Be Rock Fest, an afternoon of music, to raise money for the GYN Cancers Alliance (GYNCA) of Springfield, from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at Jordan Valley Park. The event will feature an eclectic mix of performers while raising awareness for GYNCA.
The following bands will perform during the benefit: A Day Away, Taylor M. Swift and Alea Kilgore, Funkee Noosa, A Cub Bella, Better Left Behind, and Time of Favor. Giveaways and educational segments about gynecologic cancers will take place between band performances.
Each year more than 83,700 women in America suffer from gynecologic cancers. The COM 309 section 301 “Principles of Public Relations” class taught by Tina Stillwell of Missouri State University is teaming up with The Ozarks CW to raise awareness and funds for GYNCA.
“This is truly a win-win situation and we are thrilled to partner with this event,” said Tammy Mast, GYNCA executive director. “One of GYNCA's primary goals is to educate the community about good gynecologic health especially disseminating information about the HPV vaccine that can ultimately prevent most cervical cancers. The college age group seems very open to the vaccine but wants to be informed."
“We are excited about this opportunity to provide PR students with hands-on experience in event planning while educating young people on age-relevant cancers,” said Jamie Dopp, KY3 and The Ozarks CW community relations director.
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“Using what we learn in class to make a difference in the community is the best kind of learning,” said Katie Grana, a Missouri State junior from St. Louis and event logistics chair. “I hope the event makes a big impact.”
GYN Cancers Alliance is a non-profit organization that helps women find new hope while coping with gynecologic cancer by fostering an atmosphere of compassion, support, and learning. The services of GYNCA include peer-to-peer mentoring, New Hope support group meetings, education and awareness, and non-medical financial assistance.
Informational Interviews for COM students
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JOB OPEN IN PR: Public Relations Coordinator job description (click here for full description) PR Coordinator job description 4-08.doc
The Development & Communications Department at Ozarks Food Harvest, the regional food bank, covering 29 southwest Missouri counties, and one of the region’s leading, largest nonprofits, seeks an organized, multi-talented PR coordinator to help implement communication strategies.
Responsibilities include:
The PR Coordinator will support the Director of Development & Communications in the day-to-day administration of PR and fundraising activities, specifically with writing/designing/updating (newsletters, monthly memos, annual reports, brochures/handouts, web site, social networks, press, case statements etc.); facilitating and coordinating various events’ elements. PR Coordinator to prioritize and manage high volume of detail work, while establishing and maintaining positive relationships with a variety of organization’s publics.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communication, Marketing or related field (Those nearing graduation may also apply)
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Organized; detail oriented; able to multi-task; self-starter; able take initiative to get projects completed successfully
Basic understanding of press releases (writing and disseminating); SWMO media outlets; event planning; online social networks; letter writing; editing, etc.
Ability to manage deadlines
Ability to work in a team environment or with minimal supervision
Basic computer skills including proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs as well as Adobe software (PhotoShop, InDesign, etc.)
Experience:
Entry level; internship or service learning experience a plus
Ability to effectively present information to publics in written or oral form a must
No contact information was provided, but you can contact the Ozarks Food Harvest directly, here is the website.
Kelly