National President’s Citation

2008 application form: PDF | Word

Deadline: Monday, June 2, 2008
Awards: Certificate

Excellence is what PRSSA strives for: excellence in public relations, university service, community activities and professional development. A diverse group of students makes PRSSA the nation's preeminent pre-professional public relations organization. Many of these members go beyond expected service to the Society by contributing nationally or to chapters in a meritorious way. The National President's Citation was created to celebrate and honor such members.

Every chapter is encouraged to recommend any outstanding members for this award. A maximum of two members per chapter will be chosen to receive a President's Citation. Recipients are a distinguished group within PRSSA. Members who submit nominating materials should possess leadership and professional skills, have a strong understanding of PRSSA and be an active member on the chapter and/or national level. All nomination forms and accompanying material should be sent to PRSSA Headquarters. PRSSA will forward all material to the PRSSA National President.

Entries will be judged by the PRSSA National President based on the following:

• A one-page essay stating why he/she should be chosen to receive a Citation, based on personal contributions to the success of the chapter, as well as how membership in PRSSA has influenced personal and professional development.

• A list of his/her PRSSA activities and honors.

• A signed letter of recommendation from the nominee's Faculty or Professional Advisor.

• An optional one-page typed, double-spaced, signed endorsement by any chapter member may accompany the nomination form.

Nomination form, essay and letters of recommendation must be received by: Monday, June 2, 2008

Send to:
Jeneen Garcia
Public Relations Student Society of America
33 Maiden Lane, 11th Fl.
New York, NY 10038

Or fax to: (212) 995-0757

Winners - 2007

• Jennifer M. Ecclestone
• Elizabeth Lotts
• Gregory Frieden
• Robert Hoppey
• Craig G. LaPoint
• Allison Tomei
• Lisa Bates
• Abigail Blaylock
• Brandi Boatner
• Megan May
• Carolyn F. Fiala
• Lauren Platt
• Chris Nacinovich
• Rosie Braude

Winners - 2006

• Elisa Negrin
• Biana Bakman
• Ryan Matejka
• Denise Kreft
• Melissa Csuhran
• Kelly Hancock
• Meredith Avakian
• Dwayne Waite
• Barbara Tate
• M. Bryan Blaise
• Kimberly Gouz
• Erin Pierce
• Mark Taylor
• Sandy Kalik

Winners - 2005

• Arianna Stefanoni, Rowan University
• Kristen Elaine Haro, Loyola University New Orleans
• Hilary Bingman, University of Washington
• Matthew Pfleger, Rowan University
• Mariah Lietz, Elon University
• Alexis Douglas, Depaul University
• Jason Carlton, Weber State University
• Kevin Saghy, Ohio Northern University
• Fleur Bleine Ferrara, Louisana State University
• Megan Martenka, Central Michigan University
• Ashley Elizabeth Zandy, University of Florida
• Ashley Raith Stockett, University of Georgia
• Barbara Tate, Ohio Northern University

Winners - 2004

• Jacqueline Bodet, Loyola University New Orleans
• Adrienne Gavula, Ohio University
• Chanda Gilmore, Hood College
• Abbey Helbing, Point Park University
• Nicole Keating, Fashion Institute of Technology
• Molly Lynch, Iowa State University
• Emily Oliver, Iowa State University
• Michele Priddy, University of Tennessee, Martin
• Robert Sunga, Rutgers University
• Leslie Woten, Ohio Northern University

Winners - 2003

• Carina Alves, Rutgers University
• Laura E. Taczak, State University of New York at Geneso
• DeAnn Snider Pennsylvania State University
• Christina Maria Armand, Florida International University
• Heather Dewald, Shippensburg University
• Julie C. Hatley, University of South Florida
• Jancy L. Quin, Michigan State University
• Dave Nadkarni, University of Utah
• Amanda Mauck, University of Memphis
• Jennifer Lucio, American University
• Scott Iwata, Central Washington University

Winners - 2002

• Linda Coonelly
• Nazly De La Rosa
• Emily Hatz
• Katie Hellwig
• Amy E. Lott
• Mickauna L. Love
• Kelly McAteer
• Normand T. Morneau
• Beth Morris
• Ronald D. Myers
• Kathryn A. Navarra
• Douglas Rupert
• Stephanie Leigh Stuart
• Amy Taylor
• Anne E. Veltema

Winners - 2001

• Michael Dennehy, Iona College
• Michele Denz, University of St. Thomas
• Stephanie Dysthe, California State University-- Fullerton
• Natalia Flores, Florida International University
• Melanie Forthun, Northern Arizona University
• Cori Elizabeth Girten, University of Southern Indiana
• Kate Robinson, Penn State University
• Victoria Steel, Lehigh University
• Lauren Marie Tierney, Ithaca College
• Terri Lynn Waggoner, Southwest Texas State University
• Courtney Zane, Fashion Institute of Technology

If you have any questions about applying for this award, please contact the PRSSA Vice President of Member Services.

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