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November 30, 2015

Becoming Part of Your University Community [National Conference Session Recap]

Event: We Are Family: Becoming Part of Your University Community Presenters: Kent State University PRSSA Gabrielle Woodard, Chapter president Jesse Gettemy, editor Erin Zaranec, co-vice president of fundraising and community outreach Brenna Parker, vice president of public relations Hanna Moore, vice president of membership Recap: Kent State University discussed the topic of extending the PRSSA family to the surrounding school […]

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November 11, 2015

Big Dreams, Small Programs: Creating High Quality Public Relations Experiences with Limited Resources [National Conference Session Recap]

Session: Big Dreams, Small Programs: Creating High Quality Public Relations Experiences with Limited Resources Presenters: Drake University’s PRSSA Chapter Megan Johns, Communication Chair Madison McConnell, Events Chair Kelly Marble, Vice President Recap: Drake University’s Chapter Development Session on big dreams and small programs covered how Chapters can create meaningful experiences on a small budget. Megan, Madison and Kelly educated the […]

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November 8, 2015

Keynote: Six Lessons Learned with Scott Williamson [National Conference Session Recap]

Event: Keynote Address Presenter: Scott Williamson, Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications, Coca-Cola, North America Recap:  What is your Coke story? Scott Williamson asks this question in every intern interview because he believes the key to public relations is telling great stories. After spending more than 23 years working for Coca-Cola, Williamson had many experiences to share with students at […]

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October 27, 2015

National Conference Twitter Chat Recap: Leaving a Lasting Impression

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2015 National Conference Twitter chat. Specifically, we’d like to thank our co-hosts, the National Conference Committee (tweeting from @prssanc) and Vice President of Public Relations Nolan Miles (tweeting from the @PRSSANational account) for guiding the conversation. Please be on the lookout for next month’s Twitter chat! [View the story “National Conference Twitter Chat […]

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October 27, 2015

InternTalk: How To Make the Most of the PRSSA National Conference Career Development Exhibition

After keeping a countdown leading up to the PRSSA 2015 National Conference and planning every professional outfit, you’re finally in Atlanta and ready to dazzle future employers at the Career Development Exhibition. As a previous exhibition attendee, I know firsthand what it’s like to be in your shoes. I got together with Jenn Shafer, national vice president of Regional Conferences, […]

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October 18, 2015

Countdown to Conference: 3 Reasons I’m Counting Down the Days to National Conference

The PRSSA 2015 National Conference is less than a month away and I’m practically counting down the days. The two PRSSA events I’ve attended previously, a Regional Conference and Leadership Rally, have been fantastic. I took countless pages of notes, learned about the opportunities within the organization and became even more excited about starting my career—which to be honest, I […]

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October 15, 2015

Conference Preview: A Q & A With Speakers Ron Culp and Ryan McShane

The PRSSA 2015 National Conference in Atlanta is just around the corner, and like most students, I’ve anxiously reviewed the program to find the sessions I’m most looking forward to. Not surprisingly as the publications editor in chief, I’m excited for the professional development session on writing hosted by Ron Culp (RC) of DePaul University and Ryan McShane (RM) of […]

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October 10, 2015

Countdown to Conference: 3 Things You’re Sure to Take Away from the PRSSA 2015 National Conference

One can never underestimate the importance of attending professional conferences. While it’s easy to jump to the conclusion that conferences are made up of typical professionals wearing the same grey suit, uncomfortable rooms and monotone speakers, we should never assume the cons outweigh the pros. As someone who has never attended a PRSSA National Conference but has engaged in his […]

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September 23, 2015

Dear Chapter Development: Fundraising Ideas to Send Members to National Conference

Dear Chapter Development: My Chapter needs to raise money to send members to National Conference in Atlanta. Do you have any ideas? The PRSSA 2015 National Conference, Nov. 6–10 in Atlanta, is shaping up to be one of the best national events yet. For many Chapters, fundraising for National Conference is a daunting and around-the-clock task. Here are a few […]

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