Deirdre Breakenridge

We’re gearing up for another dynamic #PRStudchat Twitter chat session on April 18th at 8:30 p.m. ET. Our topic of discussion is the online newsroom, which is used as a centralized headquarters for an organization’s communications content. From news stories, photos and videos to contacts, media kits and investor relations, newsrooms offer information for the [...]

It’s December and we’re ringing in the Holidays at #PRStudchat! Growing together over the past 2+ years, we’re like one big family and it’s amazing how much we’ve shared together.  On December 21, 2011 at 8:30 p.m., get ready to share some more. Our Holiday Twitter chat session will give PR professionals, students and educators [...]

On October 19, 2011, at 8:30 p.m., #PRStudChat will hold its annual “Back to School Night” for our students, educators and professionals.  The session will focus on PR education and the ever-changing learning environment.  Students will get a glimpse of what’s being done in other classrooms and professionals will get a full view of the [...]

There are wonderful opportunities presented daily in social communities and it’s refreshing to see students, young professionals, PR pros and educators taking advantage of these unique experiences.  From the participation in Twitter chats and conversations in Facebook groups to LinkedIn Q&A and networking with peers and potential mentors, we’re all growing together. On August 24, [...]

With the increasing use of digital communications, the July 20th PRStudChat session will focus on how advertising agencies and their clients are using digital media within their campaigns. Our two special guests that night will discuss the launch of the new Honda Quest with the PRStudChat community.  We’re thrilled to announce that Alicia Jones, social [...]

Back in 2009, a Dartmouth study revealed that the largest not-for-profit organizations were outpacing corporations and academic institutions in social media adoption. Today, more not-for-profits are finding value through targeted social media outreach and fundraising.

My 16 year-old-daughter first introduced me to Tumblr when she told me that she wanted to start her own blog.

On Wednesday night, May 18th at 8:30 p.m. ET, we will celebrate the #PRStudChat graduating class of 2011. Our seniors have worked hard throughout their college years, and we want to recognize their accomplishments, offer insight into the PR profession and wish them well, as they move forward into new and exciting communications initiatives.