The college of business at Mississippi State University (MSU) is proud to announce that Meagan Shurden recently became accredited in public relations (APR). Accreditation sets standards of ethical practice and demonstrates a mastery of the public relations profession. Shurden is one of 5,000 public relations professionals in the field to receive this designation. She joined the college of business in 2012 as the assistant director of recruiting and events. A native of Starkville, Shurden received her bachelor of arts in communication with an emphasis in public relations from MSU. She serves on the board of the Southern Public Relations Federation and the Public Relations Association of Mississippi, and represents the Starkville community as a Greater Starkville Development Partnership Ambassador.
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