The Magnolia Trey: SGP, American Red Cross

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

SGP, American Red Cross

This is very sad. The fact that these SGP high school students (my alma mater) and parents put faith in the those driving the boat and the staffers... and according to reports, the boat workers were the first to jump ship, is a tragedy. Carefully explore and do your homework before going on any sort of sight-seeing cruise anywhere. Be sure you are dealing with people who know what they are doing (credentialed, trained, certified) and will have your safety as the No. 1 priority. Check references and get recommendations from others. This goes for water activities, snow, mountain climbing, etc. Just my two-cents. Article about students gravely injured here:
http://www.star-telegram.com/804/story/690797.html

Your American Red Cross offers many safety tips, guidelines, suggestions and services for a variety of disasters, situations, etc. Get prepared. Read more here:
http://www.redcross.org/services/0,1103,0_313_,00.html

My work as a volunteer public affairs responder with the American Red Cross is something I plan to do for a lifetime. Are you looking to get involved or learn a new skill or utilize your talents? You can help by simply giving blood. The Red Cross has something for everyone. Learn more here: http://www.redcross.org/donate/volunteer/

Bio on Blog Author

Laura Van Hoosier, MS, APR, is a seasoned health care public relations practitioner who received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Texas A&M University, and a master’s degree in Advertising/PR from Texas Christian University.

She has more than 15 years experience in public relations and marketing with hospitals and banks throughout Texas.

An award-winning professional, she has successfully managed several high-profile crises situations for organizations, and her work has been seen on “Oprah,” CNN, “Good Morning Texas,” and all of the Dallas/Fort Worth media outlets including channels 4, 5, 8, 11, 33, as well as the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Dallas Morning News, and The Fort Worth Business Press, just to name a few.

A Fort Worth YWCA “Tribute to Women in Business” honoree, she has received several IABC Bronze and Silver Quill awards for her communications projects, as well as a prestigious honor from The Health Academy with PRSA’s national organization.

Known for her hands-on development of young talent, Van Hoosier is recognized for mentoring dozens of PR professionals who are today leaders in their respective industries.

She is the immediate past president of the Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA, and is a public affairs volunteer for the American Red Cross. During 2009, she'll be serving as the APR Chair for the PRSA Southwest District, and an Assembly Delegate representing the Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA.

A married mother of three girls, Van Hoosier enjoys reading and running.