Amy Paul

On Tuesday, Sept. 20 my Tactics ll class was blessed with the presence of Amy Paul. Paul is a graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.  She graduated in May with a bachelor’s degree in Arts and Communication with an emphasis in public relations and minor in music. She can be depicted as your ideal student. She took full advantage of the “door of opportunity.” Paul was actively involved in campus activities, worked hard and made worthwhile connections. She shared with us her secretary position for PRSA and how it prepared her for the field of public relations.  What I admired most about her story was that she didn’t have it all figured out from the start. She didn’t start off with a desire to study public relations, but once she gained experience from a class or two she discovered it was a perfect fit for her. This gives students like me hope. You may not have it all figured out your freshman year, but don’t let it scare you or frustrate you. Take a class or two in your area of interest to get a better feel for what you could spend a lifetime doing. I believe all of Paul’s college experiences have helped shaped the woman she has become and the work she does today. She worked her butt off in college and it paid off well.  Paul said her internships, involvement on campus, networking and hard work helped her to achieve her current position at Milwaukee County. She is currently the Public Relations Assistant in the Milwaukee County Executive Office with her duties including: social media management, press releases/media advisories and monitoring media coverage. She also works for the Milwaukee Admirals which involves her assisting with hockey events, managing/ creating websites and much more! Paul does it all. Her story is so aspiring and I hope to accomplish half of what she has. I’ve got the campus involvement, networking and internship part down so far! She is a prime example of what hard work and dedication can bring to you. Paul encouraged us all to get involved!! Seek internships, paid or unpaid!! Network!! Lastly play hard, but work harder!! I’m taking her advice, so should you!!:)

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What an amazing summer did I have! I successfully completed two summer courses, performed well at my internship and currently preparing for my mom’s wedding in Las Vegas. Finding the time to complete two summer courses was a bit much at times, but nonetheless totally worth it! I took up Persuasion and Tactics l. It was a juggle, but I think there would have been no better time to satisfy 6 credits towards my major of public relations. Both classes were so worth my time and energy. I learned worthwhile information and insight into the world of public relations. I don’t have enough words to describe my experience interning for Froedtert Health. Just knowing that the work I completed would be of much use to the Planning and Strategic Support team brought about much pride and satisfaction in every task completed. I was exposed to an excellent healthcare environment. Interning for the department of Planning and Strategic Support presented great networking opportunities and contributed greatly to my newfound interest in working for a healthcare industry upon graduation. I think what’s so amazing about studying public relations is that it can be used in just about any profession. Who wouldn’t benefit from an individual with a PR background? Exactly, everyone would benefit! Aside from my summer my mom will be getting married on the 16^th of September! I get to experience Vegas for the first time and an unforgettable moment with my mom! I’m so excited! What I’m even more excited about is beginning my senior year of college at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. A lot of great experiences have come my way with being a public relations major and minoring in English writing. I’m very confident if I stay on top of my A game, this will be a great school year and even better semester.