Public Relations
Individual Submission
Diverse Voices in the History of Public Relations
Directions
Overview: Our client has asked us to research a lesser-known figure in the history and evolution of the field of public relations.
Activity: Produce a Google slide about their life, work, and lasting contribution to the field of public relations.
Review the list of historical figures below—and choose one person you would like to learn about:
Joseph V. Baker
Ofield Dukes
Doris Fleischman
Muriel Fox
Barbara W. Hunter
Inez Kaiser
Moss Kendrix
Betsy Plank
Tell the story of the historical figure you’ve selected by answering the questions on the next slide. Research this individual through one of the following sources:
A news article from a credible source such as The New York Times or The Wall Street Journal
[Insert Name of Historical Figure]
Who is the person, where are they from, where did they work?
Why are they important to the field of public relations? What were their major contributions to the field of public relations?
What is the long-term impact of their work on the field of public relations?
How did/does their legacy continue to shape the field of public relations today, specifically with respect to the need for greater diversity and inclusion in the industry?
Research Source(s): Include the link or title of whatever material you found here.