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Tips to Start the Semester Successfully
By: Aeryn Vizy Photo Courtesy of James Madison University Welcome back Dukes! With the autumn season starting and schedules getting...
Aeryn Vizy
Sep 10, 20252 min read


Building Confidence as a College Student
BY: Adrianna lattanzio Image via Pexels Where do Students start? When students get to college, there is an expectation to join clubs,...
Adrianna Lattanzio
Sep 5, 20252 min read


How to Use PR in Your Daily Life
By: Alec McGowan Image Courtesy of Fauxels via Pexels. Many people, when faced with the term public relations, might think of big brands,...
Alec McGowan
Sep 2, 20254 min read


The Importance of Passion Projects in and Out of College
By: Sophie Wright Image courtesy of Steve Johnson via Pexels. Being accepted into the SMAD program opened up new opportunities for me to...
Sophie Wright
May 2, 20254 min read


The Dukes Before: Why Knowing the History of JMU is Important
By: Sarah Rosenthal Photo courtesy of James Madison University. As students of James Madison University, we’re aware of the current...
Sarah Rosenthal
Apr 30, 20252 min read


Alumni Through My Eyes: Inspirations and Aspirations
By: Graceann Reynolds Photo courtesy of JMU School of Communication Studies Alumni Chapter. As a current Bluestonian, I’ve always been...
Graceann Reynolds
Apr 23, 20252 min read


College: A Crash Course in Life
By: Joy Mulzoff Photo courtesy of James Madison University If there’s one thing that college has taught me, it’s how to find balance. Not...
Joy Mulzoff
Apr 18, 20253 min read


The Value of PR to a Business: Why It’s Essential for Growth and Success
By: Haashir Choudhry Photo courtesy of James Madison University. Public relations is often misunderstood as just media coverage or damage...
Haashir Choudhry
Apr 16, 20252 min read


Why Public Relations Still Matters in the Digital Age
By: Demi Seligman Photo courtesy of James Madison Universiy. In a world driven by short attention spans, viral trends and algorithms,...
Demi Seligman
Apr 11, 20252 min read


More Than a Degree: The Lasting Impact of Being a JMU Alum
By: Audrey Goldman Graduating from James Madison University is a significant accomplishment, but being a Duke doesn’t end when you are...
Audrey Goldman
Apr 9, 20253 min read


Crisis Management: Tips, Tricks, Do’s and Don’ts
By: Elle Roper Photo courtesy of FreePik. Understanding how to manage and respond to crises is critical for organizations. Without...
Elle Roper
Apr 4, 20253 min read


Fostering Connections in Student Organizations at JMU
By: Meghan Johnson Photo courtesy JMU Creative Media. Learning does not always take place in the classroom. There is no denying that...
Meghan Johnson
Apr 2, 20253 min read


The Hidden Values of Teamwork
By: Ellie Smallwood Photo courtesy of James Madison University Creative Media. Teamwork is often praised for improving efficiency and...

Bluestone Communications
Mar 28, 20252 min read


Finishing the Semester Strong: Staying Focused After Spring Break
By: Jenna DeRoss Photo courtesy of jacoblund through iStock by Getty Images. Spring break is a great time to relax, recharge, and take a...
Jenna DeRoss
Mar 26, 20253 min read


Building Connections That Matter: Partnering with Bluestone Communications
By: Avery Pelletier Image courtesy of Shutterstock. At its core, public relations is about building relationships - connections that...
Avery Pelletier
Mar 21, 20252 min read


Ways to Shape Campus Culture
By: Adrianna Lattanzio Image courtesy of Yan Krukau through Pexels. Creating Your Own Space in a Big Campus James Madison University...
Adrianna Lattanzio
Mar 19, 20253 min read


Networking 101: Tips and Tricks for College Students
By: Gabriel Ruiz Photo courtesy of Shutter Stock. Knowing how to network in university is a crucial skill. In the job market, it’s not...
Gabriel Ruiz
Mar 14, 20252 min read


Traveling to Mexico: Tips for an Unforgettable Study Abroad Adventure
By: Sofía Alfaro-Vargas Traveling to a foreign country like Mexico can be exciting and stressful. Today, I am here to help you...
Sofía Alfaro-Vargas
Mar 12, 20255 min read


Finding a Balance: Taking Time for Yourself as a College Student
By: Kildea McMahon Photo courtesy of James Madison University It can be hard to navigate responsibilities and manage time effectively as...
Kildea McMahon
Mar 7, 20252 min read


Tips and Tricks from a Graduating Senior: Success in SCOM
By: Lily Marlowe Photo courtesy of James Madison University As I look back over my four years at JMU, there are so many things I have...
Lily Marlowe
Mar 5, 20252 min read
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