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What is PRSSA?
The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)is a pre-professional organization for college studentsinterested in public relations and communications. PRSSA:
Seeks to advance the public relations profession.
Advocates for ethical principles, professionaldevelopment and diversity.
Serves 11,000+ students at 300+ Chapters in the UnitedStates and Argentina.
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If you want experience and a
job, PRSSA provides the chance to gain experience
that translates to a real-world job.
PRSSA keeps you informed with the latestindustry news, trends and job postings.
The PRSSA and PRSA network provideslastingand meaningful connections.
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Why become a PRSSA member?
Enhance your education
Broaden your network
Launch your career
Gain real-world experience
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PRSSA
MemberBenefit
s
LeadershipExperience
National &
RegionalEvents
Competitions
Awards &Scholarships
News &Intelligence
WritingSkills
InternshipCenter
PRSA
SponsorChapters
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Leadership
Potential employers find value in applicants with PRSSAleadership experience. PRSSA leaders can:
Work with a variety of members and fellow leaders
Serve at the Chapter level
President, vice president, secretary, treasurer, PR director and
other positions available
Lead a student-run firm or take an active roleon an account
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Events
Network, learn and interactwith students from aroundthe country.
Travel the country for events:
National Conference
National Assembly Leadership Rally
Regional Conferences
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Upcoming Events
2014 PRSSA National Conference in Washington D.C.
Professional development, networking and awards dinner www.prssa.org/conference
National Assembly:
National Committee elections, bylaw revisions and leadership
development. Location to be announced at National Conference www.prssa.org/assembly
Past event locations:
San Francisco, Charlotte, Orlando, Seattle and Austin
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Competitions + Campaigns
By participating, you can: add to your portfolio
gain real-world experience
work with high-profile clients win prizes and awards
Examples: Bateman Case Study Competition
Organ Donor Awareness Campaign
Starbucks Frappuccino Campaign
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Scholarships + Awards
Earn recognition for your accomplishments
Chapter and individual awards
Fund your education Nearly $30,000 available
for students
Opportunities for every student: Graduate and undergraduate students
Leaders, interns and mentors
Minority students
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News + Intelligence
Read and submit Chapter News
Feature your Chapters accomplishments andevents
Stay current with industry news byreceiving:
PRSA Issues & Trends News updates from PRSSA
Biweekly Update emails from the NationalCommittee
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Writing
By writing for PRSSA, you can:
Add to your portfolio
Earn recognition in nationalpublications
FORUM
PRSSAs online newspaper
Progressions
PRSSAs blog
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Internship Center
Browse career resources and job hunting tips
Search for internships by region or city
Post your rsum for employers to view
Gain access to the PRSA Job Center Find internship openings for each semester
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Discounted PRSA
Membership Transition to PRSA for the discounted rate of
just $60 for an Associate Membership.
PRSA is a network of more than 22,000professionals with: Chapters around the country
Professional Interest Sections, including New
Professionals, Nonprofit and Entertainment & Sports
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Advance Yourself
Join PRSSA today and experience the benefits:
Enhance your education
Broaden your network Launch your career
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Chapter Contact
Information Chapter President: Mercedes Livingston
Vice President: Frunshana Sims
Public Relations Director: DeAnza Collins
Email: prssausm@gmail.com
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Meetings & Involvement
Meetings: Meetings in the past have been held on the 1stand
3rdTuesday of the month at 5 p.m.
Should we need to change this time toaccommodate our growing chapter, we shall.
Get involved: Connect with us on: Twitter: @USM_PRSSA
Facebook: PRSSA at USM
Website: prssausm.wordpress.com
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