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PR Career Week

PR Career Week is an annual professional development series hosted by the RWU PRogram and sponsored by our PRSSA chapter. This weeklong event kicks off with Boston Firm tours, followed by a four day series of guest speakers connecting communicators with industry leaders. 

With a curated schedule of guest speakers, workshops, and networking sessions happening right here on campus. PR Career Week showcases the necessity of communication and media across a wide range of industries. connecting communicators with industry leaders.

 

From April 14th – 17th, students have the unique opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals and successful alumni across the fields of public relations, marketing, journalism, and digital media. Whether it’s mastering the art of the pitch, navigating the current job market, or building a personal brand, PR Career Week provides students with the opportunity to ask questions and make connections before transitioning confidently into their professional lives.

Guest speakers 

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Samantha Jorgensen

How to Become Indispensable

Senior Director of Global Public Relations at Charles River Laboratories

Tuesday, April 14 | @2:00 pm | The Sailing Center

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Emma Goulding

Crisis, Trust, & Reputation

Accounting Director at Highwire

Tuesday, April 14 | 12:00 PM | The Sailing Center

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Cassandra Earle

Discover Your Passions Keynote

Director of Communications at Discover Newport

Friday, April 17 | 11:00 AM | Mary Tefft White Center

There will be Iced Coffee and Pastries from Empire Tea and Coffee!!

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Adam Olenn

Human Connection Beats AI Everytime

CEO of Rustle & Spark

Friday, April 17 | 1:00 PM | Mary Tefft White Center

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Gabby Curtis

Building a Career in Social Media

Social Media Manager & Content Creator at Tandem Marketing

Tuesday April 14 10AM | The sailing Center

Updated 10/20/2025

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