Student Profile: Aritta Lane

Former Fresno State basketball player, Aritta Lane, has turned in her jersey to focus on starting a career in public relations. Although the Hawaii native came to Fresno State primarily to play basketball, she’s graduating this May with a degree in MCJ with an emphasis in public relations.

“I came here because I wanted something different in my life and got a lot out of it,” Lane said. “Now I’m just enjoying life.”

Lane said she decided to major in public relations because she enjoys writing and interacting with people. Lane said that the PR program has made her feel prepared for life after graduation because the smaller class sizes have provided her more time with teachers individually.

Her last semester at Fresno State was spent working with the Fresno State Athletic Department as the manager for the basketball team. She also completed her internship in the Athletics Media Relations Department. 

Lane’s voice can be heard in the PSA’s for the MCJ Alumni and Friend’s Chapter. She is part of the senior PR class that has worked to bring the chapter and the “Paws of the Past” event to life.

Lane continues to try new things and explore new places. She plans to work for a publicist agency or as a personal assistant to celebrities in the Bay area. She is excited about the chapter, so she can stay in touch and network with her peers after she moves.

“It’s so important for us all to stay connected in this field of work,” Lane said. “But we all get along and want to stay involved in each other’s lives anyway.”