CSR: There’s More than Meets the Eye

A look at Southern Company and Nike and how the growing trend of corporate social responsibility impacts public relations.

“Let the Games Begin!” ... or Not

Is it the responsibility of Olympic sponsors to protest human rights infractions by the Chinese government? Mia Farrow thinks so.
“Let the Games Begin!” ... or Not

You Had Me at Oh, No: PR Lessons from Sports Professions

When even the best sports reps strike out, see how PR practitioners can step up to the plate.

The Feeling of Being Watched While You Work

Employees throughout the country are having their every move monitored in the workplace, affecting relations with employers.

MyFace: Self-Image Control (or the Lack Thereof) Through Social Networking

Social networking is fun and harmless right? Wrong, very wrong. There may be more to it than you think.
MyFace: Self-Image Control (or the Lack Thereof) Through Social Networking

Kiddie Crisis

Toy companies Mattel and Hasbro scramble to calm consumer fears and clean out store shelves due to lead-contaminated paint in toys.

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