Another September has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean ethics should. Just in case you missed it, I’ve rounded up September’s Ethics Month activities. Here is what took place: Much of September focused on applying ethical standards globally. We saw it first in the PRSA International Ethics Twitter chat (you can find the transcript here) where PRSA and PRSSA […]
I just started a new job. It’s exciting and challenging. When I’m not transfixed by my email and another item crossed-off my to-do list (such a great feeling), I like few things better than turning on “Glee,” the musical comedy about McKinley High’s glee club, “New Directions.” From flashy choreography to silly pratfalls, it’s easy on the eyes. However, I’ve […]
We’d like to thank everyone who participated in the August PRSSA Twitter chat. Specifically, we’d like to thank co-moderators Vice President of Public Relations, Lauren Rosenbaum and Vice President of Advocacy, Zane Riley for leading the conversation. Join us on October 9 at 9 p.m. ET for the next PRSSA Twitter chat. Review highlights of the chat below. What did you learn from […]
As aspiring public relations professionals, we have lofty dreams of one day graduating, moving to an exciting city and doing … wait, what exactly is it we’ll be doing after this? The truth is, we gain public relations knowledge from classes, hoard experience from internships and plant the seeds of a fruitful network by being active in PRSSA. But in […]
The benefits of PRSSA membership are invaluable resources for students. Some of those benefits may go unnoticed by members. To make the most of your membership, don’t miss “hidden gems” such as the PRSSA Internship Center, PRSA Jobcenter, PRSA webinars and PRSSA scholarships and awards. PRSSA Internship Center The PRSSA Internship Center has several hundred internship opportunities posted from around […]
Countless professionals in the public relations industry were touched by the passing of Ofield Dukes, APR, Fellow PRSA. However, his zealous spirit and effective leadership will forever be ingrained in the public relations community. Dukes delivered exceptional professionalism in all facets of our field for more than 40 years. Paying forward in a tremendous way, shortly two days after the […]
When I started my college education at Boston University, I knew I wanted to be a public relations major. I immediately became involved in PRSSA, working in particular with Regional Activities (now known as Regional Conferences). I eventually became President of my Chapter, then Vice President of Regional Activities on the National Committee. I considered PRSSA the best part of […]
Choosing to become a public relations practitioner is not necessarily a well-known career choice like an engineer, accountant or healthcare provider. PRSA’s industry advocacy campaign, the Business Case for Public Relations, shapes the way people value public relations in every form of business. It not only promotes professionalism, but also sheds light on why public relations is important to the […]
Editor’s Note: To commemorate PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Month, PRSSA is running a series of posts on how to grow your relationships within the profession. An archive of PRSSA professional development posts can be found here. More information can also be found in the PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Manual. How do you connect with PRSA? What advice do you have for members interested in […]
Editor’s Note: To commemorate PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Month, PRSSA is running a series of posts on how to grow your relationships within the profession. An archive of PRSSA professional development posts can be found here. More information can also be found in the PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Manual. We’d like to thank everyone who participated in the October PRSSA Twitter chat, marking PRSA/PRSSA […]
