#adpr 2200

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Best Buddies Annual Showcase

This advertisement is created for the annual Best Buddies Showcase held every year on Marquette University's campus.

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save st. anthony's steeple

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Carole McGibany

               262-251-5910, x.710 (cell)

               262-253-3620 (home)

              [email protected]

Menomonee Falls, Wi. – Dec. 4, 2012 – The St. Anthony Church is in the midst of an aggressive campaign to raise $280,000 by the end of 2012 to repair their 166 year-old bell tower. Since October 14, 2012 when the campaign began, St. Anthony has raised more than $115,000, but the parish still needs support to meet their goal and save their steeple.

Throughout the campaign’s final month St. Anthony, or more affectionately “the Church on the Hill,” will host a Chili Night on December 1 and is selling St. Anthony keepsake calendars and note cards. In addition to these events, the parish hosted an organ concert in October and has received pledges of support from businesses in the Menomonee Falls community.

“For 166 years, the bell tower has been a spiritual and structural staple in our community,” pastor Rev. Dennis Wieland said. “With four weeks left in the campaign, there is much to be done and any extra support will make a big difference.”

Two years ago St. Anthony closed the bell tower entrance due to falling masonry and cracks in the structure. Last year, St. Anthony silenced the bells.

To assess the tower, St. Anthony brought in the engineering firm, Pujara Wirth Torke Inc. The firm declared that the tower needed serious repairs. So, with the help of Krause Konstruction and a successful campaign, St. Anthony will stabilize the tower and steeple and repair the steeple’s roof.

Click on “Donate Now on the parish’s home page www.stanthony-parish.org or on its Facebook fan page www.facebook.com/stanthonymenofalls to make tax-deductible donations. In addition, contributors can mail their donation to St. Anthony Save Our Steeple, St. Anthony Congregation, N74W13604 Appleton Avenue, Menomonee Falls, WI  53051

“On behalf of St. Anthony Church, we would like to thank all those who have contributed to our campaign, “ Rev. Dennis Wieland said.

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SAVE THE STEEPLE

For more information contact

Carole McGibany

St. Anthony Parish

262-251-5910, extension 710

262-253-3620

[email protected]

For release as of now

ST. ANTHONY PARISH NEEDS HELP RAISING FUNDS FOR "SAVE OUR STEEPLE" CAMPAIGN

The St. Anthony bell tower entrance was closed two years ago after falling masonry and cracks began being noticed.  Then the bells in the tower were silenced last year.

The steeple roof needed to be re shingled as well as permanently repairing and stabilizing the entire tower.  Krause Konstruction was retained to work on the repairs.  Then Pujara Wirth Torke Inc. was brought in this past summer.

On October 14, 2012, St. Anthony Parish pushed for an aggressive campaign to raise $280,000 by the end of 2012.  Within six weeks, the parish came together raising over $115, 000 from contributions.  Some businessmen in the Menomonee Falls community also have contacted to pledge their support.

Some other efforts outside the parish included an organ concert in October and a chili night at the parish in December.

For those who are interested in helping the cause, tax deductible donations can be made through the parish's secure site by clicking the  "Donate Now" link on their homepage or Facebook  fan page.  

Contributors can also mail their donations to St. Anthony Save Our Steeple, St. Anthony Congregation, N74W13604 Appleton Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Members can contact Carole McGibany at work 262-251-5910 extension 710 or at home 262-253-3620 and also by email: [email protected]

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Some thoughts on my recent trip to MUTV in Johnston Hall.

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MUTV Tour

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marquette as seen through...

Imagine three separate scenes...the Marquette University Golden Eagle on a pre-season journey to prepare for the 2012-2013 season; both the men and women's lacrosse teams on a mission to be the best for the inaugural seasons; and a behind-the-scenes look at Marquette's greek life.

Only an idea at the moment, but a plan and a pitch will make the videos come to life. 

First,

THE GOLDEN EAGLES JOURNEY TO PREPARE FOR THE RETURN OF THE BASKETBALL SEASON

Of course, for a story about the Golden Eagle, I would feature the Golden Eagle. Although, the mascot cannot speak I would interview the Golden Eagle's handler, focusing on the Golden Eagle's preparations for the season. For instance, is there a pre-game routine he goes through? If there is I would push to get first-hand footage of aspects of the routine, to give my Marquette community audience a behind-the-scenes look at the Golden Eagle. 

To enhance the theme of journey and return, I would take footage around campus of the Golden Eagle finding inspiration around campus and around Milwaukee in the weeks leading up to the first game, especially shots of Marquette Madness. For the interview portion, I would set up the stage either on the Bradley Center or Al Maguire court. Finally, adding inspirational, Rocky Balboa-style music would round out the video perfectly. 

Finally, my final shots would show the "return" of the Golden Eagle at the first basketball match in November. With shots of him during the game and possibly an after game interview.

MISSION: LACROSSE

To kick off the inaugural season of lacrosse, I want to showcase both teams' hard work in preparing for their respective seasons. With footage of practices and player and coach interviews (I would show only snippets of any interviews recorded) about preparations, goals and fun insights into the teams this video is about the excitement for the season. I want to have aspects of light-heartedness, especially during the fun insights into players, but overall the theme will be more intense. 

I want the audience to see the behind-the-scenes aspects of the teams, with shots taken at Valley Fields (practices) and the Rec Center (weight training and practice). This video would come out in the month or two before the lacrosse seasons begin to insight interest and excitement from the Marquette community. 

Finally, WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW ABOUT GREEK LIFE 

In general, I want this video to be humorous and fun. Because Greek Life does not have a large presence on campus, this story would reveal the quirks of greek life and humanize the institutions. I would talk with students involved with greek life (chapter presidents of both fraternities and sororities as well as new members). The interviews would discuss greek life as a whole, rather than specific chapters and highlight what the marquette student body does not know about greek life. 

I want the audience to see greek life at its funniest and most vulnerable. So, within the doors of the chapter houses would definitely be my perfect location. Also, I would take footage of the chapters during greek week, showing the various activities. 

I leave you with a relevant quote today, in marketing videos..."Make'em laugh, cry or sigh and maybe they'll buy" (thanks to Dave Murphy for that great insight!)

Fran

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Marquette Pitches....

Which Marquette stories would I want to feature into a movie?

1.  Journey and Return: Marquette's study abroad program could be like the journey and return type of story.  I have had many close friends go to Rome, Spain, and Ireland returning with unbelievable stories and new friends.  The movie could feature three different students who went to three different places across the world.  It would show clips of each of their journeys (including the struggles, laughs, and adventures).  Then would show when they return to Marquette.  Would they encourage others to study abroad?  Change their usual habits?  It could be a reality movie!

2. Quest: The Caffery's and Murphy's Spring Break Giveaway.  Since spring break and college go hand in hand, I think that making a film about the giveaway would be a great idea.  This is a Quest type of story because they are trying to get people to sign up for the giveaway (point A) and then the students want to win and go on spring break (point B).  This would also give a lot of publicity to the bars on Marquette's campus and show that they like making people happy! It could be documented by showing the night of the winners and then when spring break comes along....film it!  There could be some Comedy thrown into the mix because we all know that would be a funny movie.  The movie would feature the four different winners and their different experiences on spring break.  Maybe one of the students have never flown in an air plane before?  Or could never afford a trip like this?  

3. Renewal: Men's Soccer Team could be a renewal type of story because of the "comeback" they are proving this season.  They have the record of 13-1 and no one seems to be stopping them.  It would feature the coach mainly because he is the core to the teams unity and success.  I am thinking it could show flashbacks from the past games and their struggles on and off the field.  Maybe the players were not taking the season as seriously when they were losing all the time?  The film could feature their practices, talk in the locker room with the coach, and the last game!  (They would win the championship and it could be like the movie "Miracle" in a sense) --with a lot of emotion and connection to each characters.  This film would mainly focus on the seniors and captains of the team.

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Thanks, ladies! Arlene McCrehan and Mary Henige in ADPR 2200

As I looked at my upcoming week in my planner last Monday, I started crying. I had never seen so many pink and purple marks labeling tests, papers and presentations I had to complete. But then I looked at Wednesday and I my tears dried up because I remembered that the PR+Social Media Summit at Marquette was taking place. 

Because he was the man behind the event, it was no surprise that Mr. Tim arranged for two of the Summit's guests to stop by and chat with our class. Arlene McCrehan, Senior Director of Social Media at Goodwill and Mary Henige, Social Media Director at GM stopped by before their big day on Wednesday. Both women gave amazing advice on how to succeed in the PR world and made me excited for Wednesday. 

You all know the drill. Here were my favorite things I learned from Mary Henige and Arlene McCrehan: 

When writing a press release, get your message out up front. 

I'm not gonna lie, I'm new to this PR writing style. If you haven't noticed I'm often wordy in my writing and have a lot to say. One thing I've learned in ADPR 2200 especially is to say what you mean right away. Arlene did a great job of telling us how to write a good press release. On top of making it concise, clear and a quick read she said that it was important to put the message at the beginning of the press release. Why? Because people don't have time to sit and read a 4 page release. They need the facts right away so it's important to get to the point right away. 

I'm glad I don't have PR Writing until next semester so I have some time to perfect my precise writing skills. 

"B+ Students rule the world because they work hard to get that A or A-" Mary Henige

As soon as Mary Henige said these words, a lightbulb went off in my head. It was as if my entire academic career had been understood. I've always prided myself on being a B+ student. In high school I was always pleased with my 3.4 average and when I came to college I realized how much harder I had to work to keep a 3.0. In a world where I'm surrounded by Business and PT students (seriously, my friends are ALL business or health science majors) I often feel inadequate when I don't get that A on a test and am pleased with my A/B or B. Thank you, Mary for finally making me acknowledge the hard work that I've put into my academic career and maintaining my 3.0. 

I can't wait for the next time my father is on my case about my grades. You can bet I will remind him of these words and that I am going to run the world one day with my 3.0 GPA. 

Ask good questions during an interview. 

I've always considered myself to be good at interviews, but still get the occasional interview jitters.  I was grateful when I asked the ladies if they had any advice for us seniors applying for jobs and internships. The one common thing that both Arlene and Mary mentioned was to ask be overly prepared for interviews. 

Arlene said that in an interview, its important to be vicious. I don't think that she meant to be sassy or give attitude but to ask the interviewer questions about the company and to prove that you've done your research. Making it obvious to employers that you know about the position and company will make you stand out as a candidate. 

Similar to what Arlene mentioned, Mary said that in an interview it's a good idea to make your interviewer think, 'That's a great question'. Mary stressed how important it is to do your homework before the interview, making sure that you know enough to answer questions about the company and your questions are answered. She also made me realize how important it is to be prepared for an interview, not spending the night before at Caffs or Murphs. 

I'll end with a quote that Mary said about applying for jobs. She mentioned a quote by Thomas Jefferson that goes,  "The more prepared I am, the luckier I am". The more prepared we are for an interview, the better the chances are that we will do amazing. Mary used this quote to show how we make our own luck and decide our own future. Without getting too emotional, just know that from now on I'll know a little too much about the company I applying to work at. Thanks for the outstanding advice, ladies!