Tiffany Bley

Purdue University North Central alumna Tiffany Bley earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication degree in 2009. Since the day she graduated, she’s propelled her career forward and has steadily moved ahead in her field.

When Bley was still a PNC student, she began laying the foundation for her career. She was an intern for the Indiana State Senate and she served an internship with the Northwest Indiana Forum.

Bley credits her internship and her Purdue North Central education with helping to prepare her well for her career.

 “I feel our courses in the Communication Department did help me,” she said. “I thank one of my professors – Carrie Higgins – for introducing me to the “PR Guide” which I use almost every other day.”

As a PNC student she helped to develop a 30-minute presentation for a group of Michigan City first graders to explain the concept of Patience as part of her Advanced Presentational Speaking class.

She also was part of a group project in an Introduction to Public Relations class that benefited the Christian Community Action group, which aids Porter County residents in ending homelessness.

She was involved in French Club too.

“I love to write,” she explained. “I also enjoy working with our area's professionals - we have the best around - and I like helping to create and build on programs I feel are such a crucial part of any organization.”

Her skills, knowledge and enthusiasm for her profession have been key to helping Bley accomplish so much in the few years since her commencement.

“I've managed my career by being true to myself and understanding where I want to be,” she said. “My biggest thing in working in the communication field is writing and communicating a message that you love. I love the economic development field and what it hopes to accomplish, so I really enjoy working with these professionals.”

In the meantime away from the office, she donates her time in the community and is a long-time volunteer with Rebuilding Together Duneland.

Someday, she may return to school to pursue her master’s degree. And she may also get involved with an active advocacy nonprofit like PETA.

When asked, she is willing to share her advice and insights with current students and others who are beginning to plan their career path.

Without hesitation she advises, “Internships, paid or not, are the most valuable thing you can do in, before and after school.”

“Be patient,” she adds. “If it's meant to be and you know your abilities, it will come. Also, network and stay connected to those who inspire you.”

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