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CSOM – The Knight Center for the Future of News: Move fast, make a difference
Abbie Fink | Aug 14, 2025
This episode of Copper State of Mind welcomes Dean Battinto Batts and Professor Julia Wallace from Arizona State University to talk about the recent launch of the Knight Center for the Future of News at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The Center will foster innovation, research and collaboration to ensure a sustainable future for journalism. Read more on this from Abbie Fink!
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HMA Public Relations Included in the Sun Devil 100 Class of 2025
Abbie Fink | Apr 3, 2025
HMA Public Relations is proud to be named to the Sun Devil 100 Class of 2025! With three ASU grads on staff, we are honored to be recognized among the fastest-growing alumni-led businesses making an impact in our communities. Read more from Abbie Fink on this achievement and the clients and partners joining us on the list.
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Why Is It Important To Get Consensus From Your Leadership?
Abbie Fink | Aug 11, 2023
As a proud alumnus of Arizona State University, Abbie Fink has cheered on the Sun Devils against their rivals for more than 40 years. Abbie shares why the team's opponents will be different next season and how this reflects the importance of consensus in this post.
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#MediaMonday – Kylee Cruz
Alison Bailin | Apr 13, 2020
It's Media Monday! Today, we're getting to know Kylee Cruz, a weekend anchor with AZ Family. Click here to learn more about her!
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Is there really a time and place for everything?
Autumn Jarrett | Dec 20, 2019
Autumn thinks there is a time and a place for everything, especially when it comes to what you share in a commencement speech. Read more!
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Those that do, teach
Abbie Fink | Aug 21, 2019
As the school year starts back up, Abbie is getting ready to teach another class for ASU. Read more about her journey from in-person to online teaching.
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#MediaMonday – Lindsey Reiser
Scott Hanson | June 18, 2018
Today’s #MediaMonday comes to us from Valley native Lindsey Reiser, an award-winning multimedia journalist who reports and anchors for the AZ Family duet of Channels 3 and 5.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Public Relations
Alison Bailin | Feb 22, 2018
Last week, Alison had the privilege of speaking in her friend and long-time local journalist Christia Gibbons’ class at ASU’s Cronkite School. The students were split down the middle as to whether they were looking to go into careers in journalism or public relations.
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Take the Lead
Alison Bailin | Oct 4, 2017
Twice a year, two of ASU’s Centers gather ASU female-led centers with other local female leaders to share best practices and network. Yesterday's speaker was former president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation Gloria Feldt, who today serves as president of Take the Lead Women. [Click below for more]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Ashley Goelitz
Stephanie Lough | Nov 5, 2012
It’s that time of the week again! Every Monday, HMA introduces you to a member of the media – the new and the seasoned – that keep our local and national news gears turning. Today, that person is Ashley Goelitz, Saturday morning producer for Fox 10. So, take it away, Ashley! What do you want […]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Michelle Jacoby
Alison Bailin | June 4, 2012
Nerds, Unite! Today, we are pleased to profile one of our favorite fellow nerds, Michelle Jacoby! You may know her from her days at the Arizona Republic, Arizona Business Gazette or more recently from Process or MASK Magazine – but do you really know her? Find out today as she joins our 100+ #MediaMonday profilees! […]
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