ABOUT PRISM

The Department of Communication’s Public Relations & Integrated Student Media agency (PRISM) fosters a dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to apply classroom knowledge to strategic communication campaigns unfolding in real time.

PRISM members are provided the opportunity to collaborate with a variety of non-profit and for-profit organizations in and outside the state of Mississippi. Past and current clients include Mercedes-Benz of Tuscaloosa, the Magnolia Independent Film Festival, Shower Power, the Starkville Area Arts Council, OCH Regional Medical Center, MSU’s Department of Geosciences, the Center for Community-Engaged Learning, Glo Cubes, Power of the Almond, City of Eupora, True Rest Float Spa, Golden Triangle Kennel Club of Mississippi, and many more.

These unique partnerships allow members of PRISM to conduct a real-time public relations campaign that sharpens their skills and increases their knowledge during the course of a semester. Upon completion of their strategic communication campaign and the accompanying course, students come away with a professional internship-like experience, a dynamic portfolio and resume, and course credit. Students gain many skill sets from their PRISM experience, thanks to learning opportunities in teamwork, leadership, workplace responsibility, and overall best practice in public relations.

Fall 2024 PRISM Members

PRISM group photo — **Back Row** (L to R): Alice Ann Haab, Erin Buckley (PRISM II), Greta Allen (PRISM II), Anica Hankey (PRISM II), and Presley White; **Middle Row** (L to R): Belle Fulkerson, Rebekah Brown, Julia Weeden, and Mary Grace Black; **Front Row** (L to R): Abby Rutherford (PRISM II), Rileigh Campbell (PRISM II), Emma Easterling, Caroline Flint, and Makenzie Stone

PRISM Leadership

Kelli Anthony, a Starkville native, has served as PRISM's agency director since Fall 2024. Kelli received a Bachelor's degree in communication with a concentration in public relations at Mississippi State University and completed her Master's degree in Communication Studies at the University of Alabma.

As a long-time instructor in the MSU Department of Communication, Kelli has taught numerous communication courses ranging from Interpersonal Communication to Public Relations Writing, Public Relations Production, and Public Relations in Organizations. Kelli began her career in Tuscaloosa working for the Junior League of Tuscaloosa. She also previously taught at Samford University and Shelton State Community College, both in Alabama.

Contact: kanthony@comm.msstate.edu

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