Daniel J. Edelman/PRSSA Award
for the Outstanding Public Relations Student
2007-2008 application form: PDF | DOC
Deadline: Monday, December 31, 2007
Purpose
The Daniel J. Edelman Award was created by company executives and PRSSA in 1990 to “Let his legend live on” to remind young professionals that hard work, dedication and leadership do result in success.
Award
- $1,500 cash award ($1,000 upon winning award and an additional $500 upon start date of internship)
- An engraved globe sculpture
- 3-month paid internship in one of Edelman’s U.S. offices.
(To be determined by Edelman and Winner)
- Name of recipient(s) displayed at Edelman headquarters in Chicago
- Runner-up award of $500 and an opportunity to interview at one of Edelman’s U.S. offices for a full time position
Judging Criteria
Students competing for the Daniel J. Edelman Award must be a PRSSA member and will be judged on their 1) leadership; 2) public relations-related achievements and activities; and 3) recommendations from faculty members and/or industry professionals.
Please attach no more than two letters of recommendation. Entries will not be considered without at least one enclosed with entry. Sealed envelopes are suggested.
Include no more than 10 samples of individual public relations work. Submit this application and supporting materials in a one-inch, three ring binder.
Process
Completed entries must be postmarked by Monday, December 31, 2007. Entries postmarked after December 31st will not be considered. We recommend UPS or FedEx 2-day economy delivery as Edelman is not responsible for lost or undelivered packages. Send entries to:
Ana Vazquez, Edelman
Daniel J. Edelman/PRSSA Award
200 East Randolph Drive, 63rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 240-3000
A panel of judges will evaluate entries. The winner will be notified by Monday, February 11, 2008.
If you have any questions about applying for this award, please contact the
PRSSA Vice President of
Member Services.
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