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

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

Emma Goulding
Crisis, Trust, & Reputation
Accounting Director at Highwire
Tuesday, April 14 | 12:00 PM | The Sailing Center

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!!

Adam Olenn
Human Connection Beats AI Everytime
CEO of Rustle & Spark
Friday, April 17 | 1:00 PM | Mary Tefft White Center

Gabby Curtis
Building a Career in Social Media
Social Media Manager & Content Creator at Tandem Marketing
Tuesday April 14 10AM | The sailing Center
