Boston University\u2019s College of Communication was honored as one of the best schools for public relations on PRNEWS\u2019 2023 Education A-List.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The list of 50 colleges and universities \u201crecognizes the best institutions of higher education for career advancement in PR and marketing communications,\u201d according to the PRNEWS website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
COM has earned a spot on the Education A-List every year since the inaugural list in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBeing recognized by PRNEWS for the Education A-List is a testament to the high-caliber education our students receive at COM,\u201d says Amy Shanler, associate professor of public relations and co-director of PRLab. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFrom exceptional scholars and practitioners teaching in the classroom, to the best staff providing incredible services to our students, combined with student-run clubs and agencies, COM offers an innovative, dynamic experience that sets our students up for success in their careers,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 1947, Boston University was the first to offer a university-level degree in public relations. In 1974, the first and longest-operating student-run public relations agency, PRLab, was created in the college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n