Our students are one piece of what makes PR at Belmont special. Throughout the semester, we will be featuring our students as they share “Why PR?” and more.

Name: Julie Fenske

Major & Minor: PR Major and Dance Minor

Why PR?

My mom suggested I major in PR, and I was excited that Belmont offered a PR-specific program. Organizing and strategizing are skills I’ve always excelled in and have enjoyed. I wanted to get involved with events and be in a major where I could also write and be creative. PR really casts a wide net, and a lot of my varying interests are incorporated in the PR world.

Favorite memory or favorite thing about PR at Belmont? 

I love that the program is small enough where I can still meet new people but know most of the students in my classes. I think the PR program is a nice community because of this, and I’ve gotten connected to the larger Belmont community because of it.

Career aspirations or goals

I haven’t figured out specifics, but I’d love to work in the entertainment industry in some capacity for PR. I’m interested in publicity, events, and unit publicity as possible future jobs, but who knows where I’ll end up!

Hobbies, fun facts, or anything else that would be cool to know about you!

Since we all love writing, as a side project, some of my friends and I started a bimonthly newsletter called Suburban Elitist, where we contribute pieces on pop culture and college life. It’s become such a fun hobby and a place to put my more creative writing skills! I also got the chance to study abroad twice through Belmont. In Summer 2019 I completed my language credits in Angers, France, and in Spring 2021 I spent a semester in Florence, Italy! I really encourage any new students to take advantage of the great opportunities Belmont offers in regard to studying abroad.