Nov. 4, 2008
Burger Planet is taking a healthier approach to meet the needs of customers who want to live a healthier lifestyle. Jayne Petersen, fitness guru, is joining the Burger Planet team to promote the new healthier menu choices aimed towards the more health conscious, middle-aged women. The new menu items are in addition to the already well-loved burgers, fries and soda.
Although Burger Planet is bringing on a new menu they are not sacrificing taste for nutrition. With their new menu, you can have both. Nancy Clark, nutritionist at Boston-area's SportsMedicine Brookline said, "Any food, in moderation--even chips and hot dogs--can fit into an overall wholesome meal plan." Burger Planet is trying to emphasis all things in moderation. You can still get the classic menu items as well as the new delicious choices and maintain a healthy diet. The new items being added include white meat chicken, five varieties of fruit, and gourmet salads.
Burger Planet is also helping people maintain an active lifestyle by adding Jayne Petersen to their team. She helped the talk-show host Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and keep it off. Petersen, president and CEO of Looking Glass, Inc., has starred in a number of workout videos and is the bestselling author of "Looking Good in a Leotard." She has been able to help millions of women across the country improve their lifestyles and she is going to be a great asset to Burger Planet's new campaign.
Women are becoming increasingly more health conscious and they want a healthy, affordable way to eat fast. Women can find everything they want in Burger Planet's new healthy menu options. Customers can order these without a bun, wrapped in lettuce, to make it a low-carb meal. Even with the bun, they have only 300 calories per sandwich. Customers can hold the mayo to pare calories to 150 per sandwich. It sells for $3.99.
Burger Planet's goal is to get people to be healthy without giving up the taste you expect from their menu. With the new menu options and Jayne Petersen, Burger Planet is working towards getting a larger response from middle-aged women.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Rake's Position Paper: Draft
Oct. 22, 2008
Burger Planet is taking a healthier approach to meet the needs of customers who want to live a healthier lifestyle. Jayne Petersen, fitness guru, is joining the Burger Planet team to promote the new healthier menu choices aimed towards the more health conscious, middle-aged women. The new menu items are in addition to the already well-loved burgers, fries and soda.
Although Burger Planet is bringing on a new menu they are not sacrificing taste for nutrition. With their new menu, you can have both. Nancy Clark, nutritionist at Boston-area's SportsMedicine Brookline said, "Any food, in moderation--even chips and hot dogs--can fit into an overall wholesome meal plan." Burger Planet is trying to emphasis all things in moderation. You can still get the classic menu items as well as the new delicious choices and maintain a healthy diet. The new items being added include white meat chicken, five varieties of fruit, and gourmet salads.
Burger Planet is also helping people maintain an active lifestyle by adding Jayne Petersen to their team. She helped the talk-show host Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and keep it off. Petersen, president and CEO of Looking Glass, Inc., has starred in a number of workout videos and is the bestselling author of "Looking Good in a Leotard." She has been able to help millions of women across the country improve their lifestyles and she is going to be a great asset to Burger Planet's new campaign.
Women are becoming increasingly more health conscious and they want a healthy, affordable way to eat fast. Women can find everything they want in Burger Planet's new healthy menu options. Customers can order these without a bun, wrapped in lettuce, to make it a low-carb meal. Even with the bun, they have only 300 calories per sandwich. Customers can hold the mayo to pare calories to 150 per sandwich. It sells for $3.99.
Burger Planet's goal is to get people to be healthy without giving up the taste you expect from their menu. With the new menu options and Jayne Petersen, Burger Planet is working towards getting a larger response from middle-aged women.
Burger Planet is taking a healthier approach to meet the needs of customers who want to live a healthier lifestyle. Jayne Petersen, fitness guru, is joining the Burger Planet team to promote the new healthier menu choices aimed towards the more health conscious, middle-aged women. The new menu items are in addition to the already well-loved burgers, fries and soda.
Although Burger Planet is bringing on a new menu they are not sacrificing taste for nutrition. With their new menu, you can have both. Nancy Clark, nutritionist at Boston-area's SportsMedicine Brookline said, "Any food, in moderation--even chips and hot dogs--can fit into an overall wholesome meal plan." Burger Planet is trying to emphasis all things in moderation. You can still get the classic menu items as well as the new delicious choices and maintain a healthy diet. The new items being added include white meat chicken, five varieties of fruit, and gourmet salads.
Burger Planet is also helping people maintain an active lifestyle by adding Jayne Petersen to their team. She helped the talk-show host Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and keep it off. Petersen, president and CEO of Looking Glass, Inc., has starred in a number of workout videos and is the bestselling author of "Looking Good in a Leotard." She has been able to help millions of women across the country improve their lifestyles and she is going to be a great asset to Burger Planet's new campaign.
Women are becoming increasingly more health conscious and they want a healthy, affordable way to eat fast. Women can find everything they want in Burger Planet's new healthy menu options. Customers can order these without a bun, wrapped in lettuce, to make it a low-carb meal. Even with the bun, they have only 300 calories per sandwich. Customers can hold the mayo to pare calories to 150 per sandwich. It sells for $3.99.
Burger Planet's goal is to get people to be healthy without giving up the taste you expect from their menu. With the new menu options and Jayne Petersen, Burger Planet is working towards getting a larger response from middle-aged women.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Final Press Release 4
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oct. 21, 2008
Contact:
Kent Udy
LARC Supervisor
5600 Old Main Hill
Logan UT, 84323-5600
435-797-1886
kent.udy@usu.edu
NEW MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR ANIMAL RESEARCH BUILDING COMING TO USU
Logan UT- The Laboratory Animal Research Center at Utah State University is expanding its facilities. It has plans to start construction soon and open by 2010. The new center will allow for more research then ever expected by the researchers who were around when the current center was started. Supervisor Kent Udy said, "I have been here for decades and I would have never guessed that we would have the need for another facility, but with the way we have grown it is clear that Utah State University is fast becoming one of the bigger research Universities."
This new building is great news for the University. The more research we do, the more we become recognized, and in turn we receive more funding. The new facility will be able to house thousands of animals, ten times what the current facility can hold. Aaron Olsen, director of the Laboratory Animal Research Center, said, " we are at our maximum capacity of animals and still there is a need to house more. This new building will also allow us to have state of the art research tools and make out labs much more efficient.
For more information on the center or any further questions please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
874 E 800 N
Logan UT, 84321
555-555-5555
emily.metts@usu.edu
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Final Media Pitch
Steve Gehrke
143 S. Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
sgehrke@sltrib.com
Dear Mr. Gehrke,
I am writing to inform you on a new way for people to stay financially independent even during this hard time in our nations economy. I think you will be very interested in the way the Cache Valley Area Investors Association is turning things around for a lot of people.
The CVAIA is a group based out of Logan, Utah. Their goal is to educate people on how to invest and become financially independent. They teach the idea of obtaining a passive income that surpasses your living expenses. Once you have reached this your are able to choose what you do with your time. You can even choose a job that you love, not just one that pays the bills.
The CVAIA is an open membership association which means that it is free to join and they accept everyone, not just experienced investors. They don't want anyone to feel intimidated, they want to encourage anyone to come to their meetings twice a month every other Thursday. They meet at the Logan Chamber of Commerce at 160 N. Main Street.
For more information on the Cache Valley Area Investors Association or if you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me by email at emily.metts@aggiemail.usu.edu
Thank you,
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
565 N. Main Street
Logan, UT 84321
cachevaia@gmail.com
www.cvaia.com
143 S. Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
sgehrke@sltrib.com
Dear Mr. Gehrke,
I am writing to inform you on a new way for people to stay financially independent even during this hard time in our nations economy. I think you will be very interested in the way the Cache Valley Area Investors Association is turning things around for a lot of people.
The CVAIA is a group based out of Logan, Utah. Their goal is to educate people on how to invest and become financially independent. They teach the idea of obtaining a passive income that surpasses your living expenses. Once you have reached this your are able to choose what you do with your time. You can even choose a job that you love, not just one that pays the bills.
The CVAIA is an open membership association which means that it is free to join and they accept everyone, not just experienced investors. They don't want anyone to feel intimidated, they want to encourage anyone to come to their meetings twice a month every other Thursday. They meet at the Logan Chamber of Commerce at 160 N. Main Street.
For more information on the Cache Valley Area Investors Association or if you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me by email at emily.metts@aggiemail.usu.edu
Thank you,
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
565 N. Main Street
Logan, UT 84321
cachevaia@gmail.com
www.cvaia.com
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Final Press Release 3: Cause Promotion
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 23, 2008
Preston Parker
President/Founder
160 N. Main St.
Logan, UT 84321
cachevaia@gmail.com
Logan, UT- Cache Valley Area Association is helping to educate the community on the way to reach true financial independence. They are teaching people how to create investments that will inevitably cover all of their expenses, therefore giving people the freedom to chose how they spend their time. Their lives will not be revolved around their jobs that they hate, if all of your expenses are taken care of then your are free to chose a job that you love. Preston Parker, President/Founder, said "passive income is the way to true financial independence. If more people understood this concept, America would be a much happier place."
The Cache Valley Area Investors Association was started in July 2007. It is a non-profit organization and there are currently 50 members. Parker Preston is the President/Founder and it is a free and open membership. They meet every other Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Cache Chamber of Commerce at 160 N. Main St. in Logan, Utah.
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Sept. 23, 2008
Preston Parker
President/Founder
160 N. Main St.
Logan, UT 84321
cachevaia@gmail.com
Logan, UT- Cache Valley Area Association is helping to educate the community on the way to reach true financial independence. They are teaching people how to create investments that will inevitably cover all of their expenses, therefore giving people the freedom to chose how they spend their time. Their lives will not be revolved around their jobs that they hate, if all of your expenses are taken care of then your are free to chose a job that you love. Preston Parker, President/Founder, said "passive income is the way to true financial independence. If more people understood this concept, America would be a much happier place."
The Cache Valley Area Investors Association was started in July 2007. It is a non-profit organization and there are currently 50 members. Parker Preston is the President/Founder and it is a free and open membership. They meet every other Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Cache Chamber of Commerce at 160 N. Main St. in Logan, Utah.
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Draft Press Release 3: Cause Promotion
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 23, 2008
Preston Parker
President/Founder
160 N. Main St.
Logan, UT 84321
cachevaia@gmail.com
Logan, UT- Cache Valley Area Association is helping to educate the community on the way to reach true financial independence. They are teaching people how to create investments that will inevitably cover all of their expenses, therefore giving people the freedom to chose how they spend their time. Their lives will not be revolved around their jobs that they hate, if all of your expenses are taken care of, your are free to chose a job that you love. Preston Parker, President/Founder, said "passive income is the way to true financial independence. If more people understood this concept, America would be a much happier place."
The Cache Valley Area Investors Association was started in July 2007. It is a non-profit organization and there are currently 50 members. Parker Preston is the President/Founder and it is a free and open membership. They meet every other Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Cache Chamber of Commerce at 160 N. Main St. in Logan, Utah.
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Sept. 23, 2008
Preston Parker
President/Founder
160 N. Main St.
Logan, UT 84321
cachevaia@gmail.com
Logan, UT- Cache Valley Area Association is helping to educate the community on the way to reach true financial independence. They are teaching people how to create investments that will inevitably cover all of their expenses, therefore giving people the freedom to chose how they spend their time. Their lives will not be revolved around their jobs that they hate, if all of your expenses are taken care of, your are free to chose a job that you love. Preston Parker, President/Founder, said "passive income is the way to true financial independence. If more people understood this concept, America would be a much happier place."
The Cache Valley Area Investors Association was started in July 2007. It is a non-profit organization and there are currently 50 members. Parker Preston is the President/Founder and it is a free and open membership. They meet every other Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Cache Chamber of Commerce at 160 N. Main St. in Logan, Utah.
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Representative
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Final Press Release 2: Image Building
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 18, 2008
CONTACT:
James E. Mullenbach III, CEO
123 Healthy Way
Gary, IN 46401
877-765-4321
james@burgerplanet.com
burgerplanet.com
BURGER PLANET HIRES FITNESS GURU JAYNE PETERSEN
Burger Planet is now a healthy way to eat
Burger Planet just hired fitness guru Jayne Peteresen to their team to add healthier alternatives to the already delicious and well known menu. Petersen and Burger Planet are working together and are now offering healthy choices like all white meat chicken and apple slices. When asked about her relationship with Burger Planet Jayne Petersen said, "The company believes in encouraging customers to live healthier, active lifestyles and I have spent my life trying to teach women that lesson."
Petersen is well known for her weight loss tips, she recently helped Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and changed her lifestyle so she has been able to keep it off. She emphasizes moderation, "women can have a burger and fries now and then as long as they are active and also try some of Burger Planet's exciting new menu choices, such as the fruit packages."
Burger Planet is excited about the new choices they are offering along with their popular burgers and fries. CEO James Mullenbach said, "Burger Planet cares about its customers. For more than seven decades, the company has succeeded because it put customers first. We listen to our customers. And our customers desire healthy choices, of which we offer many."
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Agent
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Sept. 18, 2008
CONTACT:
James E. Mullenbach III, CEO
123 Healthy Way
Gary, IN 46401
877-765-4321
james@burgerplanet.com
burgerplanet.com
BURGER PLANET HIRES FITNESS GURU JAYNE PETERSEN
Burger Planet is now a healthy way to eat
Burger Planet just hired fitness guru Jayne Peteresen to their team to add healthier alternatives to the already delicious and well known menu. Petersen and Burger Planet are working together and are now offering healthy choices like all white meat chicken and apple slices. When asked about her relationship with Burger Planet Jayne Petersen said, "The company believes in encouraging customers to live healthier, active lifestyles and I have spent my life trying to teach women that lesson."
Petersen is well known for her weight loss tips, she recently helped Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and changed her lifestyle so she has been able to keep it off. She emphasizes moderation, "women can have a burger and fries now and then as long as they are active and also try some of Burger Planet's exciting new menu choices, such as the fruit packages."
Burger Planet is excited about the new choices they are offering along with their popular burgers and fries. CEO James Mullenbach said, "Burger Planet cares about its customers. For more than seven decades, the company has succeeded because it put customers first. We listen to our customers. And our customers desire healthy choices, of which we offer many."
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Agent
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Draft Press Release 2: Image Building
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 18, 2008
CONTACT:
James E. Mullenbach III, CEO
123 Healthy Way
Gary, IN 46401
877-765-4321
james@burgerplanet.com
burgerplanet.com
BURGER PLANET HIRES FITNESS GURU JAYNE PETERSEN
Burger Planet is now a healthy way to eat
Burger Planet just hired fitness guru Jayne Peteresen to their team to add healthier alternatives to the already delicious and well known menu. Petersen and Burger Planet are working together and are now offering healthy choices like all white meat chicken and apple slices to their menu. When asked about her relationship with Burger Planet Jayne Petersen said, "The company believes in encouraging customers to live healthier, active lifestyles and I have spent my life trying to teach women that lesson."
Petersen is well known for her weight loss tips, she recently helped Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and changed her lifestyle so she has been able to keep it off. She emphasizes moderation, "women can have a burger and fries now and then as long as they are active and also try some of Burger Planet's exciting new menu choices, such as the fruit packages."
Burger Planet is excited about the new choices they are offering along with their popular burgers and fries. CEO James Mullenbach said, "Burger Planet cares about its customers. For more than seven decades, the company has succeeded because it put customers first. We listen to our customers. And our customers desire healthy choices, of which we offer many."
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Agent
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Sept. 18, 2008
CONTACT:
James E. Mullenbach III, CEO
123 Healthy Way
Gary, IN 46401
877-765-4321
james@burgerplanet.com
burgerplanet.com
BURGER PLANET HIRES FITNESS GURU JAYNE PETERSEN
Burger Planet is now a healthy way to eat
Burger Planet just hired fitness guru Jayne Peteresen to their team to add healthier alternatives to the already delicious and well known menu. Petersen and Burger Planet are working together and are now offering healthy choices like all white meat chicken and apple slices to their menu. When asked about her relationship with Burger Planet Jayne Petersen said, "The company believes in encouraging customers to live healthier, active lifestyles and I have spent my life trying to teach women that lesson."
Petersen is well known for her weight loss tips, she recently helped Opal Whitcomb lose 75 pounds and changed her lifestyle so she has been able to keep it off. She emphasizes moderation, "women can have a burger and fries now and then as long as they are active and also try some of Burger Planet's exciting new menu choices, such as the fruit packages."
Burger Planet is excited about the new choices they are offering along with their popular burgers and fries. CEO James Mullenbach said, "Burger Planet cares about its customers. For more than seven decades, the company has succeeded because it put customers first. We listen to our customers. And our customers desire healthy choices, of which we offer many."
For more information please contact us.
Emily Metts
Public Relations Agent
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
555-555-5555
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Final Press Release 1: Announcement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 4, 2008
ABC Real Estate LLC
President Preston Parker
123 Creative Way
Logan UT 84341
ABC Real Estate is a state-wide company that has been operating in Logan since January 2008. It is the third start up company for Bill Gatten. There are currently five employees.
Feel free to contact us if you are interested in investing or if you have any further questions.
Sept. 4, 2008
ABC Real Estate LLC
President Preston Parker
123 Creative Way
Logan UT 84341
A BREAK-THROUGH REAL ESTATE COMPANY COMING TO LOGAN
LOGAN, UT- ABC Real Estate LLC has thought of a new way to help home buyers. In today's real estate market it can be hard for someone without the money for a down payment or bad credit. With this new method that creator Bill Gatten has developed, investors will use their good credit and pay the down payment and the homeowner will simply pay rent, which the investors will get a chunk of every month, until they are able to fully buy the home. Preston Parker, president of ABC Real Estate, said, "using this new method of equity-holding beneficiary-directed land trusts is going to be a great asset for the people of Logan especially those that are struggling with buying a home." ABC Real Estate has the idea now all they need are the investors interested in participating.
ABC Real Estate is a state-wide company that has been operating in Logan since January 2008. It is the third start up company for Bill Gatten. There are currently five employees.
Feel free to contact us if you are interested in investing or if you have any further questions.
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Contact Info.
Emily Metts
PR agent
876 Elm Street
Logan UT 84321
801-555-5555
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Draft Press Release 1: Announcement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 4, 2008
ABC Real Estate LLC
President Preston Parker
123 Creative Way
Logan UT 84341
ABC Real Estate is a state-wide company that has been operating in Logan since January 2008. It is the third start up company for Bill Gatten. There are currently five employees.
Feel free to contact us with any further questions.
Sept. 4, 2008
ABC Real Estate LLC
President Preston Parker
123 Creative Way
Logan UT 84341
A BREAK-THROUGH REAL ESTATE COMPANY COMING TO LOGAN
LOGAN, UT- ABC Real Estate LLC has thought of a new way to help homebuyers. In today's real estate market it can be hard for someone without the money for a down payment or bad credit. Preston Parker, president of ABC Real Estate, said, "using this new method of equity-holding beneficiary-directed land trusts is going to be a great asset for the people of Logan especially those that are struggling with buying a home." ABC Real Estate has the idea now all they need are the investors interested in participating.
ABC Real Estate is a state-wide company that has been operating in Logan since January 2008. It is the third start up company for Bill Gatten. There are currently five employees.
Feel free to contact us with any further questions.
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Contact Info.
Emily Metts
PR agent
876 Elm Street
Logan UT 84321
801-555-5555
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Letter to Cousin
Emily Metts
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
emily.metts@aggiemail.usu.edu
September 2, 2008
Ms. Alli Martinez
53 Lake Dr.
Miami, FL 32909
ali.martinez@hotmail.com
Dear Ali,
Thank you so much for asking those questions about public relations. I would love to tell you all about what I am encountering as a get deeper into public relations.
It is a very broad topic and can be seen all throughout our lives, sometimes you don't even realize how much it is needed. Every company out there has to have some form of public relations. It's a way for them to communicate with the public and get their message across. One of the biggest tools that a public relations professional uses is a press release. It allows them to get their message to the public, in a way that is different from an advertisement. An advertisement is paid for and can say exactly what the company wants it to say. A press release is written and given to the media and you can only hope that your information is taken in the form you want, or even taken at all.
Public Relations is a very interesting topic and I hope that this has answered some of your questions and given you a better idea of what public relations is. Write me back if you have any further questions.
Sincerely,
Emily Metts
Public Relations Student
694 E. 800 N.
Logan, UT 84321
emily.metts@aggiemail.usu.edu
September 2, 2008
Ms. Alli Martinez
53 Lake Dr.
Miami, FL 32909
ali.martinez@hotmail.com
Dear Ali,
Thank you so much for asking those questions about public relations. I would love to tell you all about what I am encountering as a get deeper into public relations.
It is a very broad topic and can be seen all throughout our lives, sometimes you don't even realize how much it is needed. Every company out there has to have some form of public relations. It's a way for them to communicate with the public and get their message across. One of the biggest tools that a public relations professional uses is a press release. It allows them to get their message to the public, in a way that is different from an advertisement. An advertisement is paid for and can say exactly what the company wants it to say. A press release is written and given to the media and you can only hope that your information is taken in the form you want, or even taken at all.
Public Relations is a very interesting topic and I hope that this has answered some of your questions and given you a better idea of what public relations is. Write me back if you have any further questions.
Sincerely,
Emily Metts
Public Relations Student
Monday, February 25, 2008
Intro to Public Relations Assignment #2
Humane Society Press Release
Article #1
Article #2
Article #1
Article #2
Emily Metts
February 25, 2008
JCOM 2300
Intro to Public Relations
Assignment #2: Press Release to Stories
February 25, 2008
JCOM 2300
Intro to Public Relations
Assignment #2: Press Release to Stories
Article 1:
I’m a great believer that animals deserve to be treated humanely, no matter their size, that’s why I chose to use a press release sent out by the Humane Society. It praised Florida for becoming the 35th state to ban internet hunting. I found several different articles related to this interesting new concept that, I will have to admit, I had never heard about before and was very interested to find out more information.
The first article I found came from a local Fox news affiliate in Panama City Florida which discussed the recent meeting of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission where they voted unanimously to ban this inhumane act of internet hunting. They informed readers that, “it originated in Texas several years ago with a Web site that allowed hunters to shoot captive animals by lining up a shot on their computer monitor and controlling a gun with their mouse. The carcass then would be shipped to the customer.” This article was negative towards this new practice of hunting and very positive about the ban. They supplied quotes from the FWC spokesman like, "It's just a violation of all the ethics of fair chase.” They also informed readers that both hunting groups and animal rights advocates, who are usually on opposite sides of the fight, are both opposing this practice, and more states are on their way to banning it as well. Both Utah and Oklahoma have bans pending.
I’m a great believer that animals deserve to be treated humanely, no matter their size, that’s why I chose to use a press release sent out by the Humane Society. It praised Florida for becoming the 35th state to ban internet hunting. I found several different articles related to this interesting new concept that, I will have to admit, I had never heard about before and was very interested to find out more information.
The first article I found came from a local Fox news affiliate in Panama City Florida which discussed the recent meeting of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission where they voted unanimously to ban this inhumane act of internet hunting. They informed readers that, “it originated in Texas several years ago with a Web site that allowed hunters to shoot captive animals by lining up a shot on their computer monitor and controlling a gun with their mouse. The carcass then would be shipped to the customer.” This article was negative towards this new practice of hunting and very positive about the ban. They supplied quotes from the FWC spokesman like, "It's just a violation of all the ethics of fair chase.” They also informed readers that both hunting groups and animal rights advocates, who are usually on opposite sides of the fight, are both opposing this practice, and more states are on their way to banning it as well. Both Utah and Oklahoma have bans pending.
Article: 2
The next article that I found was from the Orlando Sentinel, a Florida based newspaper, and they were also positive about the ban of internet hunting. In fact I couldn’t find any articles that were negative about the recent ban. This article discussed that no one was opposing this new ban and that they couldn’t imagine who would. The article also gave a little bit of history on this new form of hunting, apparently the first and only website for internet hunting started in 2004 and charged $150 an hour and a monthly fee. It has since shut down, and not surprisingly was the only one of its kind, but just to be sure this sort of thing doesn’t happen again states are taking precautions to ban it before it can start again.
The next article that I found was from the Orlando Sentinel, a Florida based newspaper, and they were also positive about the ban of internet hunting. In fact I couldn’t find any articles that were negative about the recent ban. This article discussed that no one was opposing this new ban and that they couldn’t imagine who would. The article also gave a little bit of history on this new form of hunting, apparently the first and only website for internet hunting started in 2004 and charged $150 an hour and a monthly fee. It has since shut down, and not surprisingly was the only one of its kind, but just to be sure this sort of thing doesn’t happen again states are taking precautions to ban it before it can start again.
Assignment #2: Press Release to Stories
Press releases are very effective tools for companies to get their message out to the public, however only the newsworthy ones actually get attention from the media. In this case the Humane Societies press release about Florida becoming the 35th state to ban internet hunting was very newsworthy. It was something interesting and outrageous that no one had ever heard of before. People were shocked by this new form of hunting; therefore the media had incentive to cover it.
Press releases can serve several different purposes. They can be a way for a company to apologize for any wrongdoing that has occurred. They can be used as a tool to announce a new product. Or, like in this press release put out by the humane society, they can simply be used to get new information out to the public.
A lot of press releases are the drive behind the article, however in this case I don’t think that is what happened. I think that the humane society got the information from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and this press release their way of praising them. The articles I found would have been written whether or not the Humane Society sent out a press release.
I believe this press release was effective because they told us the most important information at the beginning.I think that is one of the most important things to think about when writing a press release. It has to catch the reader’s attention in order for them to want to read on and get into what you really are trying to say.
Press releases are very effective tools for companies to get their message out to the public, however only the newsworthy ones actually get attention from the media. In this case the Humane Societies press release about Florida becoming the 35th state to ban internet hunting was very newsworthy. It was something interesting and outrageous that no one had ever heard of before. People were shocked by this new form of hunting; therefore the media had incentive to cover it.
Press releases can serve several different purposes. They can be a way for a company to apologize for any wrongdoing that has occurred. They can be used as a tool to announce a new product. Or, like in this press release put out by the humane society, they can simply be used to get new information out to the public.
A lot of press releases are the drive behind the article, however in this case I don’t think that is what happened. I think that the humane society got the information from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and this press release their way of praising them. The articles I found would have been written whether or not the Humane Society sent out a press release.
I believe this press release was effective because they told us the most important information at the beginning.I think that is one of the most important things to think about when writing a press release. It has to catch the reader’s attention in order for them to want to read on and get into what you really are trying to say.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Intro to PR Positioning Framework
Assignment #1
Positioning Framework
Emily Metts
My great love of public relations, new and innovative ideas, and the bustling city life has prompted me to seek a job at Shift Communications, a public relations agency based in Boston and San Francisco, upon graduation. Shift Communications is all about helping new companies break into the market and their strategies have made them one of the leading firms in the area. Their clients come in every shape and size from all over the globe. I would fit right in with this company. I love thinking creatively and with the extensive travelling I have done throughout the world, I would become a great asset to their international clients. I plan to finish my education in public relations to better prepare myself for a career with this company.
OBJECTIVES
Before I graduate in May of 2009, I will gain more information on the public relations industry in the Boston and San Francisco area and find out how to compete with other hopeful applicants.
The job market is becoming more and more competitive now that there are a growing number of people who graduate from college. Every year the number of people who go to college keeps increasing making it more important than ever to find something that makes you stand out to your potential employer.
I will take college courses that make me more able to adapt to the professional environment that my employer as well as potential client will expect me to already know.
I have taken several computer literacy classes throughout my education that will help me in an increasingly paperless world. I have also taken web design classes that will help me attract clients who know that the only way to compete in the market these days is to be online.
OUTPUT OBJECTIVES
I will create relationships with public relations employers by the time I graduate in the spring of 2009.
I will find contacts in the industry and start creating my own social network. I will try to find anyone with a background in the industry and pick their brains to gain the information I need to become better equipped for the industry.
I will have an internship with Shift Communications within the first year after my graduation.
I would be working with an agent at the company who would show me the ins and outs of the way the industry works and how they do business. I would be living and working in Boston and creating my own list of contacts with clients and other companies. It would be the beginning of my career in public relations.
TALKING POINTS
FAST AND EFFICIENT
· I work well under pressure; I can get things done fast and flawlessly. “Emily can handle anything that I throw at her, if something unexpectedly comes up she is the first person I go to and she handles it without hesitation,” says Kent Ody, current employer.
· I have worked at an animal research center for about a year now and the nature of the work that I do there requires me to be accurate and efficient because the research the scientists are doing depends on it.
· Throughout my education I have learned different habits to becoming a good student, being efficient in all my studies has helped me to really take pride in all my work and make sure it is completed to the best of my ability.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
· I lived in Tokyo, Japan for five years, which taught me how to adapt well to new surroundings.
· I have visited several different countries throughout the world and learned all about their cultures and would be able to work well with international clients.
· I embrace new ideas. Moving around as a child gave me the opportunity to see constant change and new ideas get me excited and my creative mind starts working.
PERSONABLE
· I can relate to just about anyone. “Emily was one of our best callers, we were sad to lose her, she could carry on a conversation with anyone and make them feel comfortable and they would really listen to what she had to say,” says Lucia Patterson, former employer.
· I have been in several different clubs throughout my education and they have really helped me become a great people person.
· Throughout my education I have been able be a part of several different group projects and I have always worked well with others in my group and I have really learned what a great asset group collaboration is.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Practice News Story 11: USU Van Accident
Posted: 9:36 am MT November 28, 2007
Tremonton, UT- Ten Utah State University students and their instructor were involved in a tragic car accident this afternoon. Seven were declared dead at the scene, and four were flown to neighboring hospitals, there condition is unknown.
Although the cause of the accident is not known yet a Utah Highway Patrol Lieutenant Jason Jensen was at the scene minutes after that accident occurred and told us, "if I were to guess the cause of the accident, based on my 11 years of experience on the force, I would say that the speed the car was traveling played a major role."
Noel Cockett, Dean of Agriculture said, "These were a great group of students, one of the best groups we've ever had. This is a huge loss."
Tremonton, UT- Ten Utah State University students and their instructor were involved in a tragic car accident this afternoon. Seven were declared dead at the scene, and four were flown to neighboring hospitals, there condition is unknown.
Although the cause of the accident is not known yet a Utah Highway Patrol Lieutenant Jason Jensen was at the scene minutes after that accident occurred and told us, "if I were to guess the cause of the accident, based on my 11 years of experience on the force, I would say that the speed the car was traveling played a major role."
Noel Cockett, Dean of Agriculture said, "These were a great group of students, one of the best groups we've ever had. This is a huge loss."
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Practice News Story 10: Investigative
Posted: 10:12 am MT November 14, 2007
Logan, Utah- Ted Turner and Bill and Melinda Gates were seen in Abuja, Nigeria today getting off a plane together to meet with local African officials. The mayor, Malik Ok, tells us that there has been an agreement made with several foundations, including Turner and Gates foundations, to fund the building of several education buildings throughout Africa. The mayor tells us that they have a ten year plan to get these education buildings up and running by local people. They simply need the funding in order to get it started. Local people will build them and workshops will be given with an emphasis on health. The mayor tells us that people are dying simply because they are not educated on proper health practices. They want to raise awareness and stop these unnecessary deaths from occurring. The goal of this project is to teach people how to support themselves.
Logan, Utah- Ted Turner and Bill and Melinda Gates were seen in Abuja, Nigeria today getting off a plane together to meet with local African officials. The mayor, Malik Ok, tells us that there has been an agreement made with several foundations, including Turner and Gates foundations, to fund the building of several education buildings throughout Africa. The mayor tells us that they have a ten year plan to get these education buildings up and running by local people. They simply need the funding in order to get it started. Local people will build them and workshops will be given with an emphasis on health. The mayor tells us that people are dying simply because they are not educated on proper health practices. They want to raise awareness and stop these unnecessary deaths from occurring. The goal of this project is to teach people how to support themselves.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Practice News Story 8: Business
Posted 10:10 a.m. MT October 31, 2007
Palo Alto, California- Today Google Inc. (GOOG) made a hostile takeover bid of $60 billion to purchase Time Warner Inc. (TMX) Dr. Eric Schmidt, CEO and chairman of Google, explained that his company is trying to move more into content distribution and he thinks that buying out Time Warner will do that for his company. Richard D. Parsons, CEO of Time Warner, says they haven't met with the board yet to even discuss a buyout, they have talked about a possible merger, but this will not be a quick decision to make. Industry analyst Paul Kim says that it would be foolish of Time Warner not to accept the bid.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Practice News Story 7: Speech
Posted: November 19, 1863
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania- This afternoon President Lincoln dedicated the Soldiers' National Cemetary in Gettysburg Pennsylvania. It is to honor the courageous men who fought in the battle of Gettysburg, one of the biggest battles of this war to date. The president inspired everyone who attended with hope for freedom and the end of the war. His speech was just over two minutes long, but his words were profound. The president ended his speech with these words that should inspire everyone, "this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom — and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth."
In an interview with the president after the dedication he said, " This speech was inspired by the almighty God. As long as we are a God fearing nation we will continue, this nation will not perish and we can continue furthering God’s will." The president did not want the men who died in this battle to have died in vain. He stated, "I believe in the unity of the nation."
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania- This afternoon President Lincoln dedicated the Soldiers' National Cemetary in Gettysburg Pennsylvania. It is to honor the courageous men who fought in the battle of Gettysburg, one of the biggest battles of this war to date. The president inspired everyone who attended with hope for freedom and the end of the war. His speech was just over two minutes long, but his words were profound. The president ended his speech with these words that should inspire everyone, "this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom — and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth."
In an interview with the president after the dedication he said, " This speech was inspired by the almighty God. As long as we are a God fearing nation we will continue, this nation will not perish and we can continue furthering God’s will." The president did not want the men who died in this battle to have died in vain. He stated, "I believe in the unity of the nation."
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Practice News Story 6: Press Release
For Immediate release:
ClearPoint Instruction LLC
Company Contact- Preston Parker, Vice President
preston.parker@clearpointinstruction.com
clearpointinstruction.com
North Logan, UT 84321
435.760.2084
Posted: 12:38 pm MT October 12, 2007
Logan, Utah- Logan is excited to welcome a new business to the booming city of Cache Valley. It is called ClearPoint Instruction LLC.
ClearPoint Instruction LLC is a Utah-based company made up of a small team of well-trained and highly-experienced designers. Our staff have degrees in instructional technology, curriculum and instruction, computer science, and graphic design. In addition, they have a combined 40+ years of experience in designing and developing instructional products and educational services. All this education and experience has taught us a simple lesson:
Instruction is not effective if learners don't clearly see the main point.
That is why we use a model-centered approach to design instruction. We start by developing accurate models of what your patients need to know, do, and feel about their own health. Next, we create instructional materials and learning activities that actively engage patients in solving authentic problems related to their health. Finally, we work with you to conduct research that lets you know if the patients are really learning. At ClearPoint Instruction, we are dedicated to designing instruction that works. And we promise you this: Your patients will clearly see the main point.
Vice President Preston Parker had this to say about ClearPoint Insturction, "Were just really excited for everyone to get a chance to try our products, we really think it will make a world of difference."
For more information feel free to contact us with the information provided above.
Media Contact: Emily Metts, PR specialist
435-232-7191
YourPR.com
ClearPoint Instruction LLC
Company Contact- Preston Parker, Vice President
preston.parker@clearpointinstruction.com
clearpointinstruction.com
North Logan, UT 84321
435.760.2084
Posted: 12:38 pm MT October 12, 2007
Logan, Utah- Logan is excited to welcome a new business to the booming city of Cache Valley. It is called ClearPoint Instruction LLC.
ClearPoint Instruction LLC is a Utah-based company made up of a small team of well-trained and highly-experienced designers. Our staff have degrees in instructional technology, curriculum and instruction, computer science, and graphic design. In addition, they have a combined 40+ years of experience in designing and developing instructional products and educational services. All this education and experience has taught us a simple lesson:
Instruction is not effective if learners don't clearly see the main point.
That is why we use a model-centered approach to design instruction. We start by developing accurate models of what your patients need to know, do, and feel about their own health. Next, we create instructional materials and learning activities that actively engage patients in solving authentic problems related to their health. Finally, we work with you to conduct research that lets you know if the patients are really learning. At ClearPoint Instruction, we are dedicated to designing instruction that works. And we promise you this: Your patients will clearly see the main point.
Vice President Preston Parker had this to say about ClearPoint Insturction, "Were just really excited for everyone to get a chance to try our products, we really think it will make a world of difference."
For more information feel free to contact us with the information provided above.
Media Contact: Emily Metts, PR specialist
435-232-7191
YourPR.com
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Practice News Story 5: Obituary
Posted: 9:47 pm MT October 4, 2007
Lance Armstrong 1971-2007
Lance Armstrong died yesterday, October 3rd, at the young age of 36. He was attempting a new land speed record on a bike in Bonneville Utah at the salt flats. He was half way through the ride when suddenly he fell over. The cause of his death is still unknown.
Armstrong was a cancer survivor and champion of the Tour de France seven years in a row. His incredible strength and abilities were so unbelievable that he was drug tested several times even though no evidence of drugs was ever found. I doubt there will ever be another athlete with his strenth and endurance.
Armstrong was survived by his mother Linda, ex-wife Kristin, and his three children Luke Isabelle, and Grace. Funeral services will be held in his home town of Austin Texas later in the week.
Lance Armstrong 1971-2007
Lance Armstrong died yesterday, October 3rd, at the young age of 36. He was attempting a new land speed record on a bike in Bonneville Utah at the salt flats. He was half way through the ride when suddenly he fell over. The cause of his death is still unknown.
Armstrong was a cancer survivor and champion of the Tour de France seven years in a row. His incredible strength and abilities were so unbelievable that he was drug tested several times even though no evidence of drugs was ever found. I doubt there will ever be another athlete with his strenth and endurance.
Armstrong was survived by his mother Linda, ex-wife Kristin, and his three children Luke Isabelle, and Grace. Funeral services will be held in his home town of Austin Texas later in the week.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Practice News Story 4: Court
Posted: 10:17 am MT September 26, 2007
Logan Man on Trial for Felony Burglary Charges
Logan, Utah- A preliminary hearing took place today in which a 35 year old Logan resident was charged with two misdemeanor counts of vandalism and breaking and entering, also a felony charge of burglary. The man, James Michaels, was arrested on September 19th after police received several tips incriminating Michaels as well as a juvenile, whose name is not being released. The break in that they are being accused of occurred on September 19th in a Logan Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse. Two CPU’s were stolen and vandalism occurred. There was fingerprint evidence at the scene and a K9 unit was released and brought officers to the neighborhood of the accused. The District Attorney, Noel Mayfield, claims that there is enough evidence to go through to a trial. Defense Attorney, Robbie Cochran, claims, "My client is innocent." Court date is set for October 21, 2007.
Logan Man on Trial for Felony Burglary Charges
Logan, Utah- A preliminary hearing took place today in which a 35 year old Logan resident was charged with two misdemeanor counts of vandalism and breaking and entering, also a felony charge of burglary. The man, James Michaels, was arrested on September 19th after police received several tips incriminating Michaels as well as a juvenile, whose name is not being released. The break in that they are being accused of occurred on September 19th in a Logan Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse. Two CPU’s were stolen and vandalism occurred. There was fingerprint evidence at the scene and a K9 unit was released and brought officers to the neighborhood of the accused. The District Attorney, Noel Mayfield, claims that there is enough evidence to go through to a trial. Defense Attorney, Robbie Cochran, claims, "My client is innocent." Court date is set for October 21, 2007.
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