PRSSA National Committee Elections
Attention PRSSA leaders: There is still plenty of time to prepare for PRSSA National Committee elections at National Assembly in Nashville, however nomination forms are due Friday, Feb. 9. Take a look at the latest issue of Connecting with PRSSA to learn more about running for a National Committee position. An updated version of the Situation Analysis will be posted online soon, and the current National Committee is always here to help with your preparations.
PRSSA Day-of-Competition
National Assembly registrants can now sign up to participate in the 5th Annual Day-of-Competition. This hands-on public relations competition challenges teams of four or five Assembly attendees to develop a communications plan for a real-world public relations client. Members of the winning team will be recognized at the welcome reception and will each receive a plaque and $50. This year’s client and sponsor is Allstate Insurance Company.
NEW Resources on JobCenter
The Career Resources portion of JobCenter has been updated.
Check it out for the most up-to-date information about resumes, cover letters, interviewing, and more.
The PRSSA/PRSA Internship Program is now open to PRSSA affiliates!
This program provides recipients with a twelve-week-long internship at National Headquarters. Interns will work closely with the Directors of Public Relations and Education on several projects to gain hands-on experience and sharpen their internal and external communication skills. The deadline to apply is April 23, 2007.
For additional information about the Affiliate Program and benefits, contact Vice President of Member Services Kimberly Gouz.
Help PRSSA celebrate its 40th anniversary by attending the PRSSA 2007 National Conference in Philadelphia, Oct. 19-23. Mark you calendars today. We hope to see you there!
- Feb. 9 – Deadline to register for the PRSSA 2007 National Assembly in Nashville, Tenn.
Register today at www.prssa.org/assembly. - Feb. 10 – Regional Activity in Tampa, Fla., sponsored by University of South Florida
Topic: Find Your Fit: Exploring Different Careers in Public Relations - Feb. 17 – Regional Activity in Twin Cities, Minn., sponsored by University of Minnesota
Topic: A Taste of PR - Feb. 23-24 – Regional Activity in Spokane, Wash., sponsored by Gonzaga University
Topic: Preparing for the Future: Public Relations Practitioners - Feb. 23-24 – Regional Activity in Elon, N.C., sponsored by Elon University
Topic: Rising from the Ashes – Crisis Communications - March 22-25 – PRSSA 2007 National Assembly
- April 13 – Deadline to apply for the PRSA Multicultural Affairs Scholarship Program
- April 23 – Deadline to apply for the PRSA/PRSSA Internship Program
- Oct. 19-23 – PRSSA 2007 National Conference in Philadelphia
Click here for a complete list of this year’s Regional Activities.
This year, Ball State University's PRSSA Chapter had its first annual Winter Conference. The Conference brought together all eight of the Indiana PRSSA Chapters. This year's theme: Success in Sight: Taking PR to New Heights, was accomplished by bringing in four distinguished public relations speakers from the Indianapolis area. Topics ranged from agency to health care.
Conference Director Emily Landis said, "I was happy to be able to work together with students and professionals to be able to give students an insight to the professional world of public relations."
*Share your Chapter's best practices by posting on the Best Practices Forum or by e-mailing Vice President of Member Services Kimberly Gouz. One Chapter will be recognized in each Bi-weekly e-mail for demonstrating and sharing its innovative and creative ideas with the Society.
The PRSSA Blog recently received an exciting placement in the January 30 edition of PRSA Issues and Trends. This mention of our Diversity segment increased exposure of the PRSSA Blog to a readership that includes more than 30,000 professionals and students. I encourage your participation in Blog discussions, as your feedback provides an opportunity to learn and be seen as an active participant in the Society.
Jay DeVoy, FORUM Editor-in-Chief
“We do whatever we want, whenever we want, at all times.” – Ignigknot, Mooninite Aqua Teen Hunger Force
The events of January 31 and the clash between the City of Boston and the marketing/public relations firm retained by Time Warner Cable have sparked heated debate in the profession. Students and professionals alike are debating the fine line that exists between innovation and breaching the public’s trust.
Be part of that discussion by submitting content individually or as a Chapter to FORUM. Articles on public relations-related items are always welcome, and this is the last chance to be printed in the 2006-2007 academic year. For more information, contact Jay DeVoy, FORUM Editor-in-Chief.
Bryan Blaise, Vice President of Regional Activities
Whether you’re "East Coast busy" putting out crises, "Mid-West traditionalist" tasting the joys of life, or "laid-back West Coast" dreaming of your future, PRSSA has a Regional Activity this month that is just for you.
First, start off in the Twin Cities of Minnesota on Feb. 17, getting "A Taste of PR" from the University of Minnesota Chapter. In one jam-packed day, you'll satisfy every craving and interest you have about the industry.
Then, it's your call. You could take the next weekend (Feb. 23 and 24) to prepare for your future with Gonzaga University's two-day event. At this event, you’ll kick off the experience with a wine and cheese social and will learn the skills it takes to land that dream job.
Or, if you prefer the East coast, head to Elon University's "Rising from the Ashes." Learn from recent local crises managers and get thrown into a simulated crisis yourself. It's a chance to really prove what you're made of!
For cost, registration forms and more information about these and the rest of this year’s events, visit http://www.prssa.org/regional/schedule/schedule.asp.
Brooke Ehlers, Vice President of Public Relations
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