Communication Blog
Pitching Stories Like an Expert
Nine tips to build relationships with journalists and creating compelling pitches.
What it Takes to be a Good On-Air Television Guest
Learn how to be a better on-air television guest, and increase your chances of being asked back for future appearances.
Survey Shows Zoom Interviews Will Continue to Play Role in Local News Gathering Process
A new report from D S Simon Media analyzes the different interview preferences of local TV news producers.
Hot-Button Issues: How Will Your Organization Respond?
A new report offers communicators guidance to ensure their organization’s position is understood and trusted when taking a stance on an issue.
Building the Perfect Media List: What’s Your Number?
Are you looking to get your news release or media pitch in front of the right outlets? University of Minnesota experts weigh in on crafting the perfect pitch.
New Report Analyzes Media Consumption in the U.S.
New report analyzes U.S. media consumption habits by demographic age groups.
How to Identify and Avoid Ableist, Exclusive Language
Learn how to write about people with disabilities including using inclusive language.
Increasing the Female Perspective in News
Highlights from the International Women’s Media Foundation report.
Challenges of Introducing New Experts to the Media
As media look to diversify their expert sources to be more representative of the outlet’s communities and audience, public relations professionals have a chance to engage journalists and advocate for their experts to have a voice in local, regional and national conversations.
Early Issues of Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Now Available to the Public
Archived issues of Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder now available to the public.