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Alison Gaulden is a Lecturer at the Reynolds School of Journalism, University of Nevada, Reno, specializing in Public Relations and Advertising. She teaches courses in media ethics, crisis communication, and strategic campaigns, while mentoring students in the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Nevada chapter. A certified Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) professional and PRSA Fellow, she has received multiple teaching and advising accolades, including the 2023 Nevada Christian Semenza Teaching Award.
- MBA in Marketing, University of Phoenix
- B.A. in Journalism, University of Nevada, Reno
Her research interests bridge practical and theoretical aspects of public relations, focusing on crisis communication, media ethics, and community engagement strategies. She has developed programs like the PRSSA Certificate in Principles of Public Relations (CPPR) and managed the PRSSA Wolf Pack Relations student firm.
Alison has served as a citizen diplomat with the Northern Nevada International Center and chaired PRSA's Sierra Nevada chapter. Her work with Planned Parenthood Mar Monte included public affairs strategy across 40 counties, crisis management, and lobbying efforts.
- Nevada Christian Semenza Outstanding Teaching Award (2023)
- PRSA Fellow (2021)
- PRSSA Outstanding Faculty Adviser of the Year (2015, 2017)
- Luminary Award, Northern Nevada International Center (2024)
She runs two consulting businesses: AGile Campaigns for crisis communication and public affairs, and a gardening consultation service in Northern Nevada. Her service roles include chairing the Public Relations and Advertising Emphasis at Reynolds School of Journalism (2022-present) and serving on assessment committees.
