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“Without promotion, something terrible happens…nothing!” –P.T. Barnum

Phineas Taylor (P.T.) Barnum revolutionized public relations in the mid 1800s through elaborate publicity that attracted audiences to “The Greatest Show on Earth,” which later became Barnum and Bailey Circus.

Although his messages weren’t always ethical, Barnum mastered the art of perception through brilliant and shameless promotion.

He used words and phrases that toyed with people’s curiosity and coined many phrases… Continue

The PR profession has recently undergone transformation as new online media is introduced and traditional media becomes endangered.

John Bell of Ogilvy PR’s digital team blogged about desired qualities of PR professionals:

“If I were a CEO, I would want people who understood these changes at my side," says Bell. "I would want to know how communications works today and how it is likely t… Continue

Approximately 110 miles away, Atlanta, Ga. is a common road-trip destination for Auburn students this semester.

Fall academic semesters are centered around football games and holidays, but many students take road trips on obligation-free weekends during the spring. One of the most popular places for students to travel is Atlanta. Whether you are a sports fan, art buff or food critic, Atlanta something for everyone to enjoy.

The Georgia Aquarium is the world's largest aquarium experience, with… Continue

In 2008, at least 615 million people went to www.Amazon.com. Now, it holds the title of America’s largest online retailer.

The Fortune 500 company prides itself as the global leader in e-commerce and credits their success to technological innocation.

“Technological innovation drives the growth of Amazon.com, offering our customers more types of products, more conveniently, and at even lower prices,” says Amazon. “This evolution of Amazon.com from Web site to e-commerce partner to development p… Continue

The Auburn University men’s basketball team will host the third round of the National Invitational Tournament game on Tuesday, March 24, 2009. The game will take place in the Beard-Eaves Coliseum at 6 p.m.

Reserved tickets are $15, general admission tickets are $10, and tickets for Auburn students and youth under 18 are $5. Tickets may be purchased online or at the Auburn Athletics ticket office.

The team, which has a 24-11 record this season, will be playing Baylor in Tuesday’s game. The winn… Continue