Being a near-native of LA, it was almost a rite of passage to visit Eataly, a culinary gem tucked away along the famed Santa Monica Boulevard. Despite its proximity, I had never stepped foot in this bustling Italian marketplace until I was led there alongside the delightful company of my fellow NMGZ Community members. They … Read more
Last year, I had the incredible opportunity to visit D.C. with the NGMZ Community. As the VP of Diversity and Inclusion of PRSSA at my university, I was eager to learn more from peers and professionals about improving and fostering environments of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within the Public Relations (PR) and business … Read more
Picture yourself stepping off a plane that has just touched down from Prague, your eyes brimming with anticipation in the bustling LAX terminal for an immersive experience of American culture. What greets you is a cultural shift that is as unexpected as it is delightful, leaving you in a state of pleasant bewilderment in the … Read more
The question of why a person would always come back to Cleveland was posed during our NMGZ trip, and the responses from my peers, who hailed from different states and people who had left Cleveland, surprised me. The predominant answers revolved around the city feeling like home, its welcoming environment, affordable cost of living, delightful … Read more
As a first-generation college graduate, I saw the struggles one has to go through to achieve their goals. Not all knowledge is common, and this was made evident when starting my college career. While on the Cleveland trip with the NMGZ community, we spoke to an array of amazing individuals, but the one that stood … Read more
As a journalism graduate with a passion for public relations, I know firsthand the exhilarating chaos that accompanies the planning of red-carpet events. Behind the scenes is a crucial player orchestrating the success of these star-studded occasions in the glamorous world of red-carpet events: public relations. Often overlooked, PR is an essential aspect of event … Read more
“So what comes next?” This question, or a variation of it, is a constant motif which plays in the ear of any upcoming university graduate, especially first-generation college students or those who come from communities of color where the pressure, the weight of expectation, is greater. When asked this question a year ago, I would … Read more
One can easily feel pessimistic and apathetic about the state of the world., And ,,it‘s easy to feel powerless in a world that overlooks or underestimates you. Pulling into Union Station in D.C., I felt unsure about the value of my perspective and uncertain about my commitment to participate in the following days’ events with … Read more
New Beginnings In November, I was able to represent Penn State University as a member of the NMGZ Community and be a part of the Los Angeles trip. Being a new member, there were a ton of first moments for me that came with this experience, as well as many wonderful opportunities to learn from … Read more
Have you ever attended a party that someone hosted for you or someone close to you, and you did not recognize anyone at the party? You almost have to confirm this is YOUR party because everyone is a stranger! The party could be fun, the food could be delicious, and the music could be good, … Read more