College
Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
Date of Last Revision
2025-12-11 06:50:20
Major
Communication
Honors Course
485
Number of Credits
3
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Date of Expected Graduation
Fall 2025
Abstract
Paws, Pools & Preparedness is an educational community event tailored as a School of Communications Honors project. It will take place at the Wadsworth YMCA's Grizzly Pool in early August and feature a live demonstration by a search and rescue dog and handler to teach children and families about water safety and emergency preparedness in an entertaining, interactive way. The activity entails a rescue demonstration, safety briefing, and meet-and-greet session with the dog. The student organizer handles all planning, promotion (by hard-copy flyers), and staging. Involving all phases of the project is Smith's (2004) strategic PR model and theories of communication. Face-to-face contact and stakeholder involvement are the theme of the project. The deliverables of the project include a written report, publicity materials, and event photographs. The project offers practical knowledge in event management in improving public safety and people's connection.
Research Sponsor
McKenna Vietmeier
First Reader
Julie Cajigas
Second Reader
Kathy Bugajski
Honors Faculty Advisor
McKenna Vietmeier
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Nolan, Madison, "ct: Paws, Pools & Preparedness- A Community Event Promoting Water Safety Through Strategic Communication" (2025). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2068.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2068
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