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Wild Card

I chose to do my wild card paper over the influencer Alix Earle, she has rapidly gained a huge following over the last 18 months. Alix  was born in  Monmouth County, New Jersey , she is the oldest of five children, to Thomas "TJ" Earle, a construction magnate in  Wall Township, New Jersey , and Alisa Earle who is of  Italian  descent.  Thomas Earle's construction company makes an estimated revenue of 24.1 million USD in revenue each year.  Her  parents are divorced, in October 2013, her father remarried  Ashley Alexandra Dupré , five years after Dupré's involvement in the  Eliot Spitzer prostitution scandal .   Earle attended the   University of Miami , where she graduated in May 2023   from the   University of Miami Patti and Allan Herbert Business School   with a degree in marketing. In August 2023, Earle endowed the Alix Earle Scholarship for students at the business school. In the summer of 2022, Earle experi...
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Higher Education

  The University of Miami The University of Miami (UM) stands as a prominent institution of higher education, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and vibrant campus life. The effectiveness of the University of Miami across various dimensions, including academic reputation, research output, student experience, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement.      The University of Miami has consistently ranked among the top national universities in various academic rankings. overview Its reputation is bolstered by distinguished faculty, innovative programs, and a commitment to providing a rigorous and comprehensive education. The university's emphasis on interdisciplinary studies and a strong focus on research contribute to its academic standing.      UM has made substantial contributions to research across diverse fields. The university's research centers and institutes engage in cutting-edge research, fostering an environm...

A Breach of Ethics

An Analysis of the Volkswagen Emissions Scandal The Volkswagen emissions scandal is one of the most significant ethical breaches in recent corporate history. The scandal involved the deliberate manipulation of emissions testing results by the Volkswagen Group, which not only violated environmental regulations but also raised profound ethical concerns. The Volkswagen emissions scandal, also known as "Dieselgate," erupted in September 2015 when the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a notice of violation against Volkswagen Group (VW). The allegations accused the company of manipulating emissions tests for its diesel vehicles. This breach of ethics had far-reaching implications, leading to legal actions, significant financial losses, and a tarnished corporate reputation. comic Volkswagen Group, a renowned German automotive manufacturer, has long been recognized for its commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation. The company marketed its die...

Position Paper 1

August 28, 2023 Often when thinking about crises in public relations I think of celebrities. I am a cheerleader and with the cheer world growing as fast and as crazy as it is, there are often scandals that come to surface with people in the public eye. The first situation I thought of while reading the instructions for this paper was the Navarro cheer team. The show Cheer, on Netflix, is a documentary based on the Navarro cheer program. They have won NCA College Nationals 16 times and have many of the famous “cheerleberties” on their team. Since the TV series aired, the athletes have gained a ton of exposure. Many athletes have appeared on Ellen and several other television shows. But this fame came at a price. Having your name in the spotlight isn't always a good thing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhXRx_lva18 The first season of Cheer aired in 2021. Quickly the cast was loved by the viewers. Many of the viewers were very young. I have watched the show at least twice. The show ...