District Conferences - Progressions

May 16, 2025

Teamwork Made My Day “Pitch Perfect”: My First Pitching Experience at the 2025 PRSA-LA Western District Conference

As a graduating senior at my first PRSA conference, I experienced many activities. I took advice from industry professionals on maintaining relationships. I gained insight on building friendships from the co-founder of Allison Worldwide, Scott Pansky, in his “Playing Together in the Sandbox” story. I networked with industry professionals and students on the 21st floor of the Sheraton Universal Hotel. […]

May 16, 2025

El trabajo en equipo convirtió mi día en un “pitching perfecto”: mi primera experiencia en pitching en la Conferencia del Distrito Oeste 2025 de PRSA-LA.

Como una estudiante que está a punto de graduarse y asistiendo a mi primera conferencia PRSA, viví muchas experiencias. Recibí consejos de profesionales de la industria sobre cómo mantener relaciones. Obtuve perspectivas sobre cómo construir amistades del cofundador de Allison Worldwide, Scott Pansky, en su historia “Playing Together in the Sandbox”. Hice networking con profesionales de la industria y estudiantes […]

March 24, 2025

District Conference Preview | Game On: PR in Sports, Mid-Atlantic District Hosted by Temple PRSSA

Ready to “Get’cha Head in the Game” this spring? There is no better place to do it than one of the best sports cities: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Temple University PRSSA is thrilled to host the PRSSA’s 2025 Mid-Atlantic District Conference. “Game On: PR in Sports,” being held on Temple University’s main campus on March 28 and 29, will help you take […]

February 7, 2025

Building Belonging: Implementing BEDI & Accessibility at a District Conference

Accessibility and BEDI (belonging, equity, diversity and inclusion) are not just concepts we talk about. They have a profound effect on human lives; yet our understanding of these topics are often shaped by our own experiences and the people we meet. For me personally, my relationship with my younger brother, who is on the autism spectrum, has been a cornerstone […]

February 7, 2025

Construyendo Pertenencia: Implementando BEDI y Accesibilidad en una District Conference

La accesibilidad y BEDI (pertenencia, equidad, diversidad e inclusión) no son sólo conceptos de los que hablar. Son profundamente personales y humanos. Sin embargo, nuestra comprensión de estos temas a menudo está moldeada por nuestras propias experiencias y las personas que conocemos. Para mí, mi relación con mi hermano menor, que está dentro del espectro autista, determinó gran parte de […]

January 30, 2025

District Conference Preview | PR Advanced: Find Passion in the PRofession

For the 18th consecutive year, Boston University’s PRSSA Chapter is thrilled to host the Northeast District Conference. 2025 PR Advanced: Find Passion in the PRofession, will be hosted on February 22, 2025, at Boston University’s Photonics Center! In a fast-paced and ever-changing world of communications, students often face challenges finding their place as they enter the workforce. Through this year’s […]

January 25, 2025

District Conference Preview: I <3 PR: Find Your PR Dream Job

Named “’I ❤️ PR”, North Carolina State University hosts PRSSA’s Southeast District Conference, aimed to celebrate the world of public relations and allow students to explore their passion and carve their path in an inspiring and immersive experience. Our conference will be held in person, on February 27, 2025 in the Talley Student Union at North Carolina State University. Our […]

January 22, 2025

Conferencing 101 – How to Prep for a Conference

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 […]

August 15, 2024

Expanding Chapter Horizons with District Conferences

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 […]

April 12, 2024

What is the Edelman Trust Barometer?

Understanding the ever-changing web of opinions that forms our societal perceptions is essential to the art of public relations. Entry-level professionals and seasoned veterans alike engage in a continuous scramble to determine where their audience’s trust lies. Edelman, one of the world’s leading public relations firms, has a long history of innovation in this category and developed a means of […]