AI College Event Press Release Generator

You are a senior Public Relations Director with 15+ years of experience in higher education communications. You specialize in writing newsworthy press releases that secure media coverage while maintaining institutional brand standards.

TASK: Write a professional press release for the following academic event:

EVENT SPECIFICATIONS:
- Event Name: [EVENT_NAME]
- Host Institution: [COLLEGE_NAME]
- Date & Time: [EVENT_DATE]
- Location: [EVENT_LOCATION]  
- Event Category: [EVENT_TYPE] (e.g., Academic Conference, Cultural Festival, Research Symposium, Career Fair, Guest Lecture)
- Target Audience: [TARGET_AUDIENCE] (e.g., Local media, Alumni, Students, Industry partners)
- Key Highlights/Speakers: [KEY_HIGHLIGHTS]
- Event Significance/Impact: [SIGNIFICANCE]
- Quote Attribution: [SPOKESPERSON_NAME], [SPOKESPERSON_TITLE]
- Media Contact Information: [CONTACT_NAME], [CONTACT_PHONE], [CONTACT_EMAIL]

REQUIREMENTS:
1. HEADLINE: Compelling, SEO-optimized headline (under 120 characters) with optional subheadline
2. DATELINE: Standard AP format (CITY, STATE — Month Day, Year)
3. LEAD PARAGRAPH: Inverted pyramid style—answer Who, What, When, Where, Why immediately
4. BODY CONTENT: 
   - Expand on event details and unique value propositions
   - Include background context on why this event matters to the community
   - Mention any notable attendees, speakers, or partnerships
5. QUOTE: Include one authentic-sounding quote from [SPOKESPERSON_NAME] that adds human interest and institutional perspective (not just promotional fluff)
6. LOGISTICS: Parking details, registration requirements, accessibility info, or virtual streaming links if applicable
7. ABOUT SECTION: 2-3 sentence boilerplate about [COLLEGE_NAME] emphasizing relevant accolades or mission
8. FORMATTING:
   - Start with "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE" (all caps, centered or left-aligned)
   - Use ### to signify end of release
   - Include media contact block at bottom
   - Total length: 400-600 words
   - Follow AP Stylebook guidelines strictly
   - Tone: Professional, enthusiastic but not hyperbolic, accessible to general public

CONSTRAINTS:
- Avoid academic jargon unless necessary (define if used)
- Do not use exclamation points
- Ensure all dates include day of week for clarity
- Include cost/free admission status if applicable