Who is she?

A little about the gal on the other side of the screen.

At this point, you’ve probably read my about page. I decided for my first post that I truly need to introduce myself so that those following along or who stumble upon this blog feel they can truly relate with my life (and hopefully learn a thing or two).

So hello! I’m Allison Koontz. Nice to meet you, and welcome to my life as a student, intern, young professional, aspiring writer and blooming Austinite.

I’m from a small town located in the Texas Panhandle called Canyon. Never heard of it? Not surprised, as its a town of about 13,000 people. Being raised in a charming, small Texas town was mostly a great experience. I spent my time growing up finding creative things to do with my siblings and friends. Canyon will always be home, a home filled with incredible sunsets over plains and lots of cattle.

Though Canyon was an ideal place to raise a family, I was ready to get out and explore the world (I know, super cliche but this how little high school Allison felt). When it came time to go to college, I chose The University of Texas at Austin not only for its incredible public relations program but also its location.

So that’s how I ended up here, a 20-year-old trying to figure life out in the great city of Austin. I try to take as many opportunities as I can to better myself as a professional. Luckily, UT and Austin both have endless chances to meet people, start relationships and grow as a student and young professional.

Currently, this is what I am involved:

• Marketing and Public Relations Intern at Small Coffee

• Student Communications Assistant at The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin

• Director of Texas Tower Public Relations

• Vice President of Membership for The University of Texas at Austin’s Public Relations Student Society of America Alan Scott Chapter

I will be graduating and making my appearance as a full-time professional in May 2019. So follow me as I continue to find my place in the world of public relations and advertising, being an avid intern and shaking up the industry.