Choosing a school and major are some of the hardest decisions young adults and young professionals have to make. This process can often seem monumental, definitive and just plain confusing. However, once you “find your fit” and build a home and network for yourself at your university, it often feels like all of the pros and cons lists and campus visits were all worth it. Recently, the PR at Belmont blog polled both upperclassmen and recent graduates with an important question: “Why Belmont?” Here are the responses from those who know and love our department best!
“Everyone at Belmont is so kind and genuine and they truly want to see you succeed! Also, the campus is beautiful!”- Olivia Toliver, junior
“It was the only school I visited that I felt at home. The city, the connections and the opportunities are amazing too.” – Emily Stembridge, senior
“I chose Belmont due to the small size of the PR department. I really wanted to get to know everyone and be involved and Belmont gave me that opportunity!” -Olivia Blumb, junior
“I chose Belmont because of its community, faith values and amazing Publishing program. I never expected to fall in love with Public Relations along the way. Even though it is just my minor, I have felt so at home in the PR department thanks to amazing faculty and peers. Belmont has equipped me with everything I need to feel prepared as I begin my career!” – Nicole Jones, senior
“I chose Belmont because I felt like I would be able to get more 1 on 1 attention and build stronger relationships with my classmates and advisors here than at my state school options. It also has a small town in a big city demeanor that makes campus feel like home! Additionally, the opportunity to study in NYC through the Belmont East program was the icing on the cake.”- Lucy Walsh, senior
“THE PROFESSORS. Belmont’s PR faculty are unmatched. I have no doubt they are the best PR education team in the country. Aside from their professional experience and involved teaching style, these professors are on your team. They’ve been rooting for me in all that I do and have the utmost care for students.” – Katie McAdams, senior
“What I like the most about Belmont is having the opportunity to network with people from all across the U.S. and the chance of living in such a lively city!” -Kaitlyn Drzewiecki, senior
“I chose Belmont because of the location and PR department!” -Lexi Stewart, junior
“This is still a hard one for me. I always say that my mom and sister brought me to Belmont because they both went here, so I think a better question is what made me stay? I think overall the PR department, the sociology department, and my peers are what made me stay. Without the support and guidance from all these people around me, I do not think I would have stayed. Looking back at freshman year, I have grown and changed for the better and I am happy with the progress I have made so far!” – Aliah Tayyun, senior
“I chose Belmont because I wanted to be in Nashville. Along with a PR degree I also studied Music Business so I knew I needed to be in Nashville for those two paths to combine. Belmont along with a great PR program, Belmont also allowed me to gain the music industry connections I wouldn’t have gotten anywhere else.” – Jamie Anderson, Class of 2020
A private, four-year university, Belmont brings together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christian community of learning and service. The University’s purpose is to help students explore their passions and develop their talents to meet the world’s needs. Rewarding career opportunities are offered in public relations and Belmont University offers degrees in both public relations and social media management. Since the establishment of the public relations major at Belmont in 2004, our public relations graduates are in demand throughout the region, from coast to coast and around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.belmont.edu/pr/index.html.
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