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November 5, 2013

FlyGirl Gives YOU “The Permission to Engage” [National Conference]

Editor’s Note: The PRSSA 2013 National Conference was in Philadelphia from October 25-29. All National Conference posts can be found here. “Acknowledge the obstacles, but don’t give them power!” This powerful quote was a cornerstone for Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour’s energetic message Monday morning at the PRSA 2013 International Conference. FlyGirl’s unique insight derives from her experience with breaking the status quo to become […]

October 8, 2013

How to Navigate National Conference

As public relations students, we’ve heard the phrase “get involved” a million times. However, the real challenge is not just listening to those words, but actually acting upon them. With the PRSSA 2013 National Conference right around the corner, there is no better time to get involved, and no matter your position in your Chapter — whether it be Chapter […]

September 10, 2013

Can Introverts Succeed in Public Relations?

It is a common misconception that introverts can be rude and lack the social skills necessary to interact with people. However, for a majority of introverts, that couldn’t be further from the truth. On the contrary, most introverts like being around people and having a good time. In many cases, the difference between an introvert and an extrovert is that […]

July 23, 2013

Leadership Lessons from the Dance Floor

Have you ever tried something new that changed the way you think about things? About a year ago, a friend invited me to go swing dancing. I always try to be open to new things, and this was no exception. Sure enough, I liked it so much that I started teaching classes a few months later. I’ve found that swing […]

July 9, 2013

Intern Talk: 3 Ways to Develop Professional Skills Without an Internship

As vice president of career services, my goal is to provide PRSSA members with the tools to secure internships and make the most of their professional experiences. I am excited to re-introduce Intern Talk as a monthly column on Progressions, which will tackle various aspects of the public relations industry. Gaining professional experience is an important part of any public […]

June 6, 2013

Following the Leaders: Six Takeaways from the PRSSA 2013 Leadership Rally

The stage is now set for the incoming and continuing leaders of PRSSA to lead their Chapters with opportunities and excitement galore. As approximately 80 students retreated to Chaparral Suites from May 31-June 2 in Scottsdale, Ariz., for a weekend of knowledge and community spirit—and I, a Scottsdale native, just drove up the street—we gained priceless life lessons. Cliché, yes. […]

May 10, 2013

Campus Connections: Get Involved Early

Wake up. Answer emails. Pitch media. Approve designs. Check email again. Just a typical morning in the life of a public relations practitioner. But wait – add ‘go to class’ to the list. Though it can be tough to balance class schedules and extracurricular activities, college is the prime time to get involved and start networking. Don’t delay until after […]

April 10, 2013

The PRSSA 2013 National Assembly Taught Me …

Every year, PRSSA members from around the country gather to share ideas in Chapter Officer Sessions, participate in Leadership Training Sessions and make important decisions about the future of our Society by participating in the annual National Assembly. This year’s event was held from April 4-7 in Albuquerque, NM. We asked on Twitter what you learned from attending National Assembly. […]

February 20, 2013

Planning for National Assembly in Albuquerque

From April 4-7, representatives from PRSSA Chapters around the country will arrive in Albuquerque for the PRSSA 2013 National Assembly – marking the first time in more than 10 years that PRSSA has held a national event in New Mexico. At Assembly, new and upcoming leaders from Chapters big and small gather to participate in programming to support Chapter officers, […]

February 13, 2013

The Power of the Coffee Date

Every PRSSA Chapter has its own recruitment style. Some use more traditional techniques such as posters, mail inserts and all-campus emails to reach possible members. Others host large-scale parties with pizza and refreshments to bring in prospective members. Whatever methods are used, I would argue that being an effective recruiter is one of the most vital skills for a Chapter […]