When it comes to recruitment<\/a>, follow these steps to diversify your Chapter\u2019s membership:<\/p>\n \n This first step is to know what makes you diverse. What other organizations are your members involved in on campus you can include into your PRSSA Chapter? Recruitment isn\u2019t the responsibility of only one person or one executive member. It starts with every member, regardless of position.<\/p>\n If you continue to use the same methods and recruit from the same pools, you will not increase the dimensions of your Chapter.\u00a0 Also, using the run of the mill themes of diversity such as gender or race will challenge the thought process. Are these important? Yes! However, they are not the only options. Also look to non-traditional students and, most importantly, students with different majors. Research and develop a plan to tap into other like-minded majors like graphic design, business or marketing.<\/p>\n A diverse organization is based on inclusion, not just representation. As involvement increases, the heightened cohesion of members and executive board members will increase. Using an icebreaker before each meeting<\/a> or going on a team-building trip can also instill a sense of belonging within the organization.<\/p>\nKnow Yourselves <\/strong><\/h5>\n
Define Your Dimensions<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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Include Members Immediately<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Validate and Verify <\/strong><\/h5>\n