Directions:
Your assignment is to write a journal narrative that reflects on your knowledge, skills, and interest in public affairs.
Discuss the definition of public affairs as presented in the assigned reading. Compare and contrast it with your own understanding and/or experience, highlighting concepts that are most relevant to you.
Consider and evaluate the four alternative futures proposed by Fleisher and McGrath – Probable Future (A), Positive Future (B), Pessimistic Future (C), and Improbable Future (D). Consider the implications of each future for the practice of Public Affairs, both internally within organizations and externally in the broader socio-political landscape.
Choose and identify which of the four alternative futures you believe is most likely to occur by the year 2030. Provide a rationale for your choice, drawing upon insights from the assigned reading and relevant course materials.
Defend your chosen future by addressing potential critiques or counterarguments. Anticipate challenges and opportunities associated with your selected future and propose strategies for navigating them effectively.
Craft your reflection as a journal narrative, weaving together personal insights, analysis, and critical reflections. Aim for a length equivalent to 2 to 3 pages, ensuring depth and coherence in your discussion.
Assignment: (I will provide all required readings)
Public Affairs work combines government relations, citizen engagement, media communications, issues management, corporate and social responsibility, use of digital and AI technologies, and strategic communications counsel. You will explore the evolving landscape of public affairs. Building on the foundational knowledge provided in our readings, you will critically engage with the concepts, current trends, and potential future developments in the profession.
Additionally, you will analyze and discuss the four alternative futures proposed by Fleisher and McGrath in their article, “Public Affairs: A Field’s Maturation from 2000+ to 2030,” considering which future you believe is most likely to unfold by the year 2030—supporting your argument with insights gleaned from the assigned reading, lecture, and other relevant sources.
Link to article:
The Hard Skills Gap We Continue To Ignore-
