The Anatomy of a Chapter
A PRSSA Chapter is only as strong as its people and committees. Treat them well, nurture them, help them grow and the results will be extraordinary.
Beyond the Meeting Agenda: Chapter Success Starts with Community
Your PRSSA Chapter can be a strong community that amplifies the benefits of the organization.
5 Lessons from ICON About Chapter Growth
This year’s PRSA ICON in Washington, D.C., brought together thousands of communicators, from students to industry leaders, to explore how storytelling, collaboration, and leadership shape the future of public relations.
Assembly Required: Lessons from Creating a Guest Relations Role
What I’ve discovered so far is that not having a manual has been the best leadership training I could ask for.
How PRSSA Helps You Practice Leadership⸺Not Just Talk About It
There are a lot of ways you can gain leadership experience, however, for public relations and communication/media studies majors out there, PRSSA happens to be one of the best organizations for procuring those vital leadership skills.
Uncovering Isolation: Simple Ways for PRSSA Chapters to Support BIPOC Members’ Mental Health
Written for BIPOC Mental Health Month The rise of mentorship programs, employee resource groups, productive discourse, and research devoted to public relations professionals who identify as black, indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC) indicates that the PR industry is steadily becoming more inclusive. However, as we continue to create resources for BIPOC working professionals, we must not overlook their […]
Rising from the Ashes: How Western Washington University’s PRSSA Chapter Was Revived in 3 Months
Winter break of my sophomore year marked a pivotal moment in my college journey. Nestled on the couch with my laptop, I stumbled upon the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) website. A wave of excitement surged through me. “How am I just now discovering this?” I thought. The Society’s name sounded vaguely familiar, sparking memories of Western Washington […]
The Comeback Chapter: How Engagement and Strategy Revitalized Appalachian State University’s PRSSA Chapter
Our PRSSA Chapter at Appalachian State University has experienced remarkable growth after nearly falling apart two years ago. By focusing on key strategies and engaging activities, we were able to revive the Chapter while doubling our membership. As the president, one of the first steps in our Chapter’s turnaround was creating a sense of community. We rescheduled our meetings from […]
Connecting for Success: How Networking Fuels UVU PRSSA’s Chapter Development
Throughout my education in public relations, I’ve been reminded of how important it is to make connections with the peers and professionals around me. Networking has proven to be one of the most useful tools that has helped the Utah Valley University (UVU) Chapter grow. Learning to utilize networking to your advantage can be an excellent way to improve Chapter […]
Growing through challenges: Sagrado PRSSA’s first-time in the Latin American Challenge
As a recently established Chapter, there is one thing that is clear: growth is not linear, and it comes with many challenges. Nevertheless, although it’s not a straightforward process, it doesn’t mean it’s unachievable. The PRSSA Sagrado Chapter is a clear embodiment of this notion. The PRSSA Sagrado Chapter was established in 2019, which made it the first one in […]
