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Advice From a 94-Year-Old Veteran of the Military and Public Affairs

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Air Force, where he spent most of his career in public affairs. Then, after his liberation from the Stalag Luft I prisoner of war camp, he spent 41 years in public affairs. Get a good education. Perdue, is retired from the U.S. He flew aboard Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress bomber planes in World War II.

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A Former Public Affairs Officer for the U.S. Marine Corps on Why He Pursued His APR

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Marine Corps public affairs conference in New Orleans in 2011. I sat in the audience of roughly 200 Marine Corps public affairs officers and observed a debate on the value of sending them to a newly-formed, yearlong master’s degree program in communications, and if having the APR really added credibility.

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Study: APR Credentials Boost Confidence and Ethics Counseling Engagement

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This increased confidence can be attributed to the rigorous training and education on ethics and law required to obtain these credentials. In addition, those who have obtained their APR credential are required to complete regular continuing education requirements including ethics training.

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Meet PRSA Board of Directors Nominee Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Clark, APR, Fellow PRSA

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Region, Government Relations & Public Affairs. Alma mater: Undergrad: University of Missouri; Graduate: Hauptmann School of Public Affairs, Park University. It is such a blessing to have the time, treasure and knowledge to be able to invest in organizations focused on education, social welfare and my faith community.

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In Memoriam: H. J. (Jerry) Dalton Jr., APR, Fellow PRSA

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Air Force’s Pentagon-based public affairs operation, has died. Jerry’s accomplishments over the years have impacted thousands of public relations professionals and students in the government, military and private sectors,” said 2007 Board Chair and CEO Rhoda Weiss, APR, Fellow PRSA. Retired Brig. Jerry) Dalton Jr.,

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Behind the Headlines With Connie Partoyan

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A lot has changed in that time, especially in how companies, associations and organizations approach public affairs and government affairs. Our history is grounded in public affairs – helping to influence some of the most challenging public policy debates in the country. and in local communities.

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Where To Find Public Relations Entry-Level Jobs

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Event planning firms may hire entry-level PR professionals to assist with public relations efforts for events and promotions. Educational institutions. Hospitals, clinics, and healthcare companies often have PR departments or hire PR professionals to manage their public image and communications. Public affairs firms.