Attending a conference can be intimidating. Preparation is key to making the most of it (I learned this the hard way). From packing to networking, this article has you covered. Follow these tips and you’ll be a conference pro in no time. Planning & Prep Three keys: The Importance of Planning Planning is not just a step; it’s the key […]
As a college student, you are in a unique position of having an array of resources at your fingertips — especially resources on your school’s campus. On top of that, being a member of PRSSA offers you a network of supportive students as well as professionals who want to help you jump start your career. Take advantage of all the […]
We know that one of the most important membership benefits for PRSSA members is the opportunity to connect with professionals in the field. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start when it comes to securing speakers, finding mentors or needing help with your Chapter. Did you know that each PRSSA Chapter is required to have a Professional […]
At ICON 2024, I had the pleasure of recording a podcast with a great role model of mine, Gina Laughlin. Gina is the Vice President of Global Communications at Delta Air Lines and serves as a Co-chair for Champions for PRSSA. Her leadership, poise and passion for mentorship shines through in everything she does. You can listen to the first […]
LinkedIn is a very valuable platform for students. It offers networking opportunities, the ability to build a personal brand, aiding in the job search and so much more! It may seem like a platform that is made for established professionals, but there is so much to gain from utilizing LinkedIn as a student. Even though it might seem daunting, as […]
Everybody loves a good comeback story. Yet to experience a comeback, you must have weathered a setback. At the PRSA 2018 International Conference, the University of Oregon PRSSA Chapter, the oldest in the Pacific Northwest since its founding by UO Associate Professor Jack Ewan in 1972, was as strong as ever. At the Conference, UO PRSSA accepted PRSA’s Certification for […]
Everyone goes through a time in their life where they feel like the odd one out. Growing up in rural Ohio, I felt disconnected from Latino and Mexican culture simply because there was almost no one like me. When I was at home, I would see my mom and my grandpa whose Latino heritage was evident through both their appearance […]
There’s a First Time for Everything This summer I had my first internship with The Bliss Group because I was awarded the Bliss-Baker fellowship through PRSSA. So, before I start a big thank you to PRSSA for giving me this opportunity. As excited as I was, the imposter syndrome kicked in pretty quickly afterward. This was my first internship, I […]
When you hear PRSSA, what is your first thought? Is it a communications organization on your campus or an international society of students who want to learn and grow together? During my freshman year, I thought PRSSA was a small club, but now I know it is so much more. The thing that changed my perspective? District Conferences. District Conferences […]
Written for BIPOC Mental Health Month My journey in public relations started when a friend, a fellow student at historically black college Florida A&M University, informed me about a major that combines journalism with marketing. At school, I was surrounded by incredibly talented, high-achieving peers, the majority of whom were African American. It was truly inspiring to witness my peers’ […]
