"It all came together that I made the right decision to major in broadcasting when I sat behind the U-View desk my freshman year. Feeling the studio lights on my face and testing my mic before starting the show hit me, and I knew I was in the right place."
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
“Esports provides students with a distinctive experience, promoting teamwork, personal development, and professional growth. It also offers mentorship and opportunities for building portfolios and resumes.” — Esports coach Chris Gaul
"I’ve always felt so prepared for what I do professionally because of what I was taught at Point Park. Having professors who are still in the field makes all the difference because they’re able to teach from experience. It’s more real world and less textbook."
Friday, April 19, 2024
"My involvement with Pioneer Records has helped me flourish and grow in my marketing knowledge and event management skills. If it weren't for this organization, I wouldn't have found what I truly want to do in my future."
Monday, April 8, 2024
"Being a mentor allows you to create a unique relationship with your mentees that inspires both the mentee and mentor to grow." -Breeanna Stephenson '24
"Point Park's PR, advertising and social media program met all of my criteria and more. It was important to me to find a university that had designated resources for my major, got me out of my hometown and had the integrity as an institution to open doors to connections and opportunities."
Monday, June 5, 2023
Students in Professor Paige Beal's Principles of Marketing course developed mission-driven marketing plans for a real-world client this spring as they teamed up with Point Park University alumni working at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
"Jenna Lo Castro and Camille Downing are my favorite professors. They help students with internship opportunities, resume building and how to create an online portfolio. They have impacted not just my education, but my outlook on life."
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
The CMI — a cutting-edge learning lab for students, as well as a hub for local media and the Downtown Pittsburgh community — now has a space on the first floor of West Penn Hall on Wood Street.
"Point Park is the perfect place to experiment with fun projects and career-building. For anyone looking to be seen and heard in an environment where creativity is cultivated, Point Park is for you."
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Point Park’s Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) chapter was named Chapter of the Year at the annual Renaissance Award ceremony by the Public Relations Society of America Pittsburgh Chapter.
"I found my internships and freelance experience to be the most rewarding and valuable parts of my time at Point Park. If it weren't for these experiences, I probably wouldn't be in this position and would feel behind in the professional world."
"I chose the public relations, advertising and social media program because I knew that it would provide me well-rounded communication skills and the chance to engage in real-world opportunities."
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
"As someone who has worked multiple jobs a semester in order to make enough money for school, receiving this scholarship has really helped. The scholarship will allow me to finish up my last semester without having to stress about the price of my classes as much. I'm extremely grateful," said Zoey Angelucci '22.
"Point Park has provided me with valuable internships. Because of the location and connections in Downtown Pittsburgh, I've gained real-world experience working for Koppers, Allegheny Conference on Community Development, The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Incline."
"The multimedia program provided me with a number of courses that I could build hard and soft skills around. The Downtown location, coupled with dedicated professors, meant that I was frequently introduced to industry professionals from media outlets across the city."
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Point Park's distinctive Early Start Master’s program gives students an affordable opportunity to earn both a Bachelor's degree from the School of Communication — and a Master's degree from the Rowland School of Business — in as little as five years.
"For someone who wants a career in sports, Pittsburgh is the place to be. Few cities are home to three professional sports teams like Pittsburgh, and the opportunities and connections for internships and jobs are endless."
Monday, April 11, 2022
“Our Summer in the City programs are a great way for younger students to get a taste of academic college life, experience the excitement of Downtown Pittsburgh and find out what motivates them about learning,” said Heidi Ward, director of community and summer education.
Monday, April 11, 2022
"The Honors Program enhances my education by giving me the opportunity to learn more about the things I love. The program gives me a chance to delve deeper into certain topics outside of the classroom. It gives me the chance to learn more and have a more well-rounded educational experience."
Thursday, March 17, 2022
"I am proud of the work we've been doing at Oyster and the tremendous relationship we've been able to cultivate with Point Park," said Jenna Lo Castro, Ph.D., assistant professor and director of communications and strategy at Oyster.
"They don’t treat this like a typical college, but rather encourage you to think outside of the box and learn from real-world situations and experiences. My professors pushed me to do my best and encouraged me to learn more about the industry in a way that makes sense to me."
Friday, February 11, 2022
Stacey Federoff '21 and Meghan Macioce '19 '22 recently passed the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations exam from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
"My internships and the hands-on experience prepared me, and nearly all of my employers have been impressed with how much experience I gained just through being involved."
"I left my undergrad with so many transferable skills. The small class sizes made it easier to learn, ask questions and be more hands-on. I felt confident and ready to take the next step into the working world and I have many Point Park professors to thank for that."
"I really appreciated the push from faculty to gain real-world experience while in school. The classes frequently set up events, even outside of the campus, where the class had to create and pitch products along with an advertising plan."
"My education was the catalyst that enabled me to transition seamlessly into the post-graduate world. Having an established relationship through networking made the transition to PNC seamless for me."
"Point Park put me in the position I am in today with landing my dream job. The small class sizes made learning and getting hands-on experiences an easy thing to do. The professors have been in the industry for decades and had personal experiences that they shared with us."
"The coursework and faculty did an incredible job of preparing me for my career. The classes taught me all of the essential skills, from AP Style to Photoshop, which prepared me for the internships that led to my first full-time job."
"The size of Point Park was a huge benefit. It allowed me one-on-one time with faculty, where I got to know my professors and they got to know me. The organizations and on-campus programs acted as mini-internships where I could use my skills outside of the classroom."
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Dance Professor Kiesha Lalama teamed up with School of Communication students to produce the Pathways to Perform podcast. The goal of the podcast is to inspire and guide young artists on a path towards success in various industries.
"I’d recommend Point Park’s multimedia program because of the countless opportunities accessible to you, the professionalism of the program and the caring faculty that ensures you are on the pathway to success."
"Being a part of U-View played a huge role in my success. Beyond U-View, the professors do a great job of preparing us for jobs in the media industry."
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Morgan McCoy '19 received the PR Disruptor of the Year Award, and Emily Sjoberg '22 was awarded a $2,000 Bob O'Gara Student Scholarship.
"From my first day at Point Park, we were learning real-world knowledge about the industry. The emphasis of experiential learning allowed me to complete five internships. The professors taught us everything according to industry standards, which prepared me greatly for my first job."
Monday, November 2, 2020
Point Park University students were awarded endowed scholarships from the School of Communication for the 2020-21 academic year. The scholarships recognize academic accomplishments, experience in student media and/or organizations, among other qualifications.
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
The School of Communication announced the inaugural recipients of the Tatyana Dumova Multimedia Scholarship. This undergraduate scholarship was introduced in the Fall 2020 to recognize academic accomplishments of multimedia students including overcoming adversity.
"I chose Point Park because of its location in Downtown Pittsburgh. I knew Point Park had many connections within the sports industry and that it was in the ideal location to try and build a relationship with the local teams."
"The fact that Point Park was directly in Downtown Pittsburgh, close to so many job opportunities and holds strong relationships with local businesses made the choice to transfer pretty easy. I have made close relationships with students and my professors."
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
This summer season, don't distance yourself from learning. Join us for one of our many free virtual sessions. We can't wait to see what you create!
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
"What differentiates us from other programs is how exhaustive the experience is. Not only do students learn the theoretical and practical underpinnings of the work they are executing, but they also develop critical thinking skills that turn them into real assets for companies. Our students don’t just simply know how to write a press release; they are critical thinkers, problem solvers and strategists," said Jenna Lo Castro, Ph.D., assistant professor.
"I was attracted to the hands-on experience I would get from the start as a broadcast major. For my MBA, the online experience allowed me to work at a pace that was logical for my school, work and personal life."
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
“The M.A. in PR and advertising at Point Park has a very strong emphasis on hands-on learning,” said Camille Downing, M.A., lecturer. “We bring in real-world clients for many of our projects and we connect our students with a strong network of professionals in the field to guide them through their studies and prepare them for the next stage of their career.”
"Never stop learning. Soak up as much as you can in the classroom, but actually get out and do the job you want to do. You can only learn so much in the classroom, so intern, shadow people you admire, ask for advice from professors and people who have done what you want to do."
Monday, November 4, 2019
The Point Park University America250PA student team of Brianna Farrand, Divine Kennedy, Kayla Snyder and Sabrina Tatalias developed and presented an integrated marketing campaign for the United States Postal Service that has advanced to the Nov. 19 state competition in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Point Park University students in the International Media class traveled to London, Windsor, Stratford, Liverpool, Manchester and Edinburgh May 5-17, 2019.
Friday, May 10, 2019
Helen Fallon, professor of journalism and director of Point Park University's Honors program, received the Honors Professional of the Year award at the 2019 Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference.
Tuesday, May 7, 2019
From menu and music entertainment ideas to social media and campus history décor recommendations, students and staff in the Rowland School of Business and School of Communication helped with the launch of Wolfies Pub this spring.
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
As part of their practicum course, four Point Park University students gained professional experience providing communications services to the City of Pittsburgh for the annual Inclusive Innovation Summit March 28-30. Known as the Point Park Street Team, the students roles included public relations manager, media liaison and videographer and editor.
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Point Park University will celebrate the annual Hooding and Degree Conferral and Commencement ceremonies Saturday, April 27 at PPG Paints Arena.
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Pioneer Records 2018-19 winners Allissa Logsdon, stage name ALLISSA, and Victor Gariseb, stage name SouthWest DFRNT, performed March 19 at The Club at Stage AE to celebrate the three-track EP, ALLISSA.
Meet Chelsey Driskel, B.A. in public relations and advertising and M.A. in intelligence and global security alumna, who was hired as a government contracts specialist by WESCO International, Inc.
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Autumn Barszczowski – a senior public relations and advertising major and Honors Student Organization president – was named Student of the Year at the 2018 National Collegiate Honors Council conference in November.
"As a part of the advertising team at The Washington Post, I work closely with advertising agencies and marketing managers to analyze marketing needs and recommend appropriate advertising solutions per each client’s budget," Tabaka said.
Monday, October 22, 2018
Hundreds of family members traveled to Point Park University for Family Weekend 2018, held Oct. 5-6, to explore the urban campus and everything the city has to offer. Families enjoyed performances by Point Park students and ventured around Downtown Pittsburgh.
Camille Guillot earned three degrees – a B.A. in public relations and advertising, an MBA and an M.A. in organizational leadership – from Point Park University and she is now a global partner marketing manager for Emarsys in Vienna, Austria.
"The opportunities I have had here are endless. On top of the guest speakers that all of my professors bring in to talk and network with, I have had the chance to hold numerous leadership positions, attend conferences and take on six different internships."
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Alumni Stacey Simon and Kariann Mano discuss their careers at Havas PR Pittsburgh and how their Point Park University experience prepared them for their roles.
"Having now experienced a range of industries and roles in the communications field, I can genuinely say that I’m still thankful for my Point Park education to this day," she said.
"As an assistant account executive, I am responsible for creating content for social media, blog posts and newsletters, reviewing content for educational resources, media outreach to key trades and occasionally national media, and coordinate with vendors for trade show participation," she said.
Friday, April 27, 2018
For their final project in the new History of American Music core curriculum class taught by Assistant Professor of History Jehnie Burns, Ph.D., students chose songs and designed cover art centered on a historical theme they are passionate about.
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Three graduates from the Class of 2017 discussed their careers in special event planning - the good, the bad and the unexpected as part of the Distinguished Lectureship Series April 3 in the Center for Media Innovation.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Korean War survivor Ock Soon Lee (Pega Crimbchin) came to campus Jan. 31 to share her harrowing - yet inspirational - story with Point Park University students, veterans, and members and guests of the Veterans Breakfast Club.
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
"Take advantage of everything Point Park has to offer. Things will not be handed to you, but if you work hard, you will graduate with impressive talents and experiences, which is exactly what appeals to potential employers," she said.
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
"Point Park is a dynamic and creative place that is bursting with opportunity and excitement. Considering the city environment, industry-seasoned professors and dedication to hands-on learning, Point Park was the ideal fit for me," she said.
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Less than two years after graduating from Point Park, Abby Mathieu and Katy Albert are managers at Blender, Inc., a leading communications agency in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood.
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Sixteen students in Point Park's International Media class traveled abroad to explore media and culture in Spain and Portugal, May 11-23. Professors Helen Fallon and David Fabilli, retired faculty member Jan Getz and Emily Kolek, a graduate assistant and M.A./M.B.A. student, accompanied the group.
Friday, February 27, 2015
"In every class and every topic I teach, I bring real-world examples to the classroom, whether it be through telling stories of my experiences with the topic while on the job or sharing with students samples of the work I have done," she said.
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Point Park Honors Program students and professors traveled to Denver, Colo., to present their work at the 2014 National Collegiate Honors Council conference, Nov. 5-9.
