Panther Communication

Your Story is the Key, We Open the Door.

About Us

Panther Communication is Eastern Illinois University’s student-run PR agency, powered by a team of creative, strategic, and driven students. We specialize in public relations, social media management, branding, research, and content creation, helping businesses and organizations craft compelling stories that make an impact.

Consulting

Media Relations

Graphic Design

Social Media Management

Branding

Research

Content Creation

Strategy Development

Copywriting

Event Planning

Our Services

Our Team

Jessie Roell | Director

Outside of Panther Communication, Jessie is a member of PRSSA and a student ambassador for the School of Communication and Journalism. She also performs in multiple musical ensembles at EIU. After graduation, she hopes to incorporate her passion for music and theatre by doing PR in the arts industry.

James Vandeveer | Web Designer

James is a senior at Eastern Illinois University. He like to read, draw, listen to music, play games, and meet new people. In the future, he hope to work in the advertising industry and put his persuasion skills to the test.

Mackenzie Fehrenbacher | Content Creator

In addition to Panther Communication, Mackenzie works as a Public Relations Assistant for the Doudna Fine Arts Center on campus. She thoroughly enjoys the creative aspects of this role and in the future, cannot wait to apply her knowledge and skills to a role that showcases her strengths in visual and other forms of communication.

Anna Kochigina | Faculty Advisor

Kaylee Unruh | Community Relations Manager

In addition to Panther Communication, Kaylee is the Vice President of EIU’s chapter of PRSSA, the assistant design editor for the Daily Eastern News, and a student ambassador for EIU admissions. In the future, she hopes to work in strategic communication or media relations.

Assistant Professor of Public Relations with expertise in strategic planning, content creation, and problem-solving. Anna has over seven years of experience across various communication roles, including project manager at a public relations agency, strategic communication researcher, media relations practitioner, and journalist.

Regann Bowles | Project Manager

Regann enjoys forming new connections through volunteer work and travel. In her spare time, she enjoys journaling and attending campus events. Regann is also the treasurer for EIU’s chapter of PRSSA. After graduation, she wants to work for a Public Relations agency and is interested in external affairs.

Bryce Parker | Communication Strategist

Apart from Panther Communication, Bryce is the design editor and multimedia editor for the Daily Eastern News. In the future, he hopes to work in athletic communication for a university. His main industry interests are digital marketing, brand messaging, and storytelling.

Abby Smith | Social Media Manager

Abby is the Secretary for EIU’s PRSSA Chapter. Outside of class, you can find Abby hanging out with friends, going for a drive, and watching her favorite TV shows. A fun fact about her is she has two pet guinea pigs! After college, Abby hopes to work as a PR practitioner for a theater.

Interested in joining our team?

We are recruiting enthusiastic students from all majors and experience levels who are interested in building their skills and getting hands on experience in the field of public relations. Check our open positions to learn more about how you can join our team!

Clients and Projects

EIU Denim Day Campaign

Members from Panther Communication partnered with the EIU Department of Art and Design for the Denim Day Fashion Show in 2024, an international cause that raises awareness for sexual assault victims. Our team organized photoshoots with models, planned promotional events, designed publicity materials, and ran the social media campaign, spreading the campaign's message of advocacy and support to over 20,000 people digitally and selling out the fashion show venue with 300 attendees.

Doudna Fine Arts Center

Panther Communication has partnered with the Doudna Fine Arts Center at Eastern Illinois University to promote the fine arts center’s events to students. After evaluating Doudna's current communication practices, conducting a survey, and holding exit interviews with student attendees at various events, we created the #MeetMeInDoudna campaign to increase student interest by presenting Doudna as a place for students to gather and have fun together.

We have also helped reach students by suggesting and creating content for the Doudna Fine Arts Center social media pages, including graphics, behind the scenes content, and posts featuring different parts of the fine arts building.