Written by: Price Visintainer
Finding the right major for college students is a process that takes time. For me, finding mine came easy. I started as a communication major and decided to concentrate on studying Public Relations. I knew I found the right major when I enrolled at UAB. From the first class up to this point, my love for Public relations has continuously evolved over time. My first class in PR was Intro to Public Relations, it was a great experience and I learned a lot from Dr. Shaia. I learned the basics of the course and my understanding of the field would continue to grow. Every semester I realize that I have to be held accountable for producing the right work. I learned that if you fail to communicate and get involved then you will not make it to the next class. Public Relations has forced me to step out of my comfort zone and build relationships that will last a lifetime. The importance of being able to communicate effectively is essential to any form of business. Public Relations taught me how to professionally express my thoughts and deliver a message to a wide variety of audiences. All of the work has not come easy. I have learned that if you are attempting to just get by, you have no chance in Public Relations. The Communication Arts and Sciences department here at UAB holds each student to a high standard and everyone is pushed to meet it. Nothing in life comes easy and you have to be willing to work for it. Countless hours spent planning, researching, and writing to produce the perfect piece is demanded. The high volume of competition in the classroom is symbolic to the competition in the working world. Therefore, I feel that I am more prepared than students at other Universities trying to pursue a career in Public Relations. There are plenty of opportunities in the field. Find what you do best and go for it; whether it’s social media, writing press releases, or strategic ways to respond to publics. This spring/summer I plan on interning for the Birmingham Barons and I am very excited to work with their Public Relations department. After graduation I plan on shadowing different opportunities in sales. Currently, I am taking classes to earn a minor in business administration. The road has not been easy, but I know it will all be worth it. My dad and my brother have taught me a lot about business, including the importance of speaking properly, presenting yourself professionally, and communicating effectively. The same concepts apply in Public Relations. If anyone has ever considered studying PR, I would encourage you to do so, but be ready to commit because you will never make it if your only partly committed. I learned that the hard way last year and it taught me a lot about myself. That being said, I am thankful to be a part of our Public Relations department here at UAB!
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