{"id":3189,"date":"2012-10-26T10:42:33","date_gmt":"2012-10-26T14:42:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/?p=3189"},"modified":"2018-08-09T12:58:52","modified_gmt":"2018-08-09T16:58:52","slug":"prssas-national-initiatives-participate-and-apply-for-star-chapter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/index.php\/2012\/10\/26\/prssas-national-initiatives-participate-and-apply-for-star-chapter\/","title":{"rendered":"PRSSA\u2019s National Initiatives: Participate and Apply for Star Chapter"},"content":{"rendered":"
[hr] All Chapters and members are encourage to participate in PRSSA\u2019s National Initiatives<\/a> as we continuously strive to accomplish more as a Society each year. There are plenty of ways to engage by becoming involved on the National level. Implement just a few of these Initiatives and your Chapter may be on the way to achieving Star Chapter<\/a> status. Take a look at just a few of PRSSA\u2019s National Initiatives to learn how to become more involved.\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/address>\n

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Participate in the Day-of Competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Day-of Competition<\/a> at National Assembly allows for an opportunity to build your portfolio and network by practicing public relations skills in a fun, fast-paced, competitive environment. Gain hands-on case study experience and work in a team of other PRSSA National Assembly attendees to plan a mini-campaign.<\/p>\n


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Submit Entries to the FUNdraising Bowl<\/strong><\/h3>\n

An annual PRSSA campaign, the FUNdraising Bowl<\/a> encourages Chapters to share fundraising ideas and compete for two free National Conference registrations. Each year, best practices are compiled to serve as a resource for Chapters seeking fundraising ideas.<\/p>\n


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Compete in the Bateman Case Study Competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As PRSSA\u2019s premier national case study competition, the Bateman Competition<\/a> gives members the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge and internship experience to create a full public relations campaign. Be sure to check out the 2013 Campaign<\/a> to learn how to get started and submit your intent-to-enter form<\/a> by the deadline of Nov. 2.<\/p>\n

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Apply for scholarships and awards<\/strong><\/h3>\n

PRSSA can enhance and help fund your education experience through many scholarships and awards<\/a>. More than $20,000 in scholarships and awards are presented to outstanding members and Chapters each year. There are numerous opportunities for individual scholarships, Chapter awards, leadership recognition and case study competitions. Get a head start now and apply for the Gary Yoshimura Scholarship<\/a> by Jan. 28 for a chance to win $2,400.<\/p>\n


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Start a student-run firm or apply for National Affiliation for your firm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Student-run firms allow for an opportunity to work with real clients and develop campaigns. Participating in a student-run firm is a great way to apply public relations knowledge and gain hands-on experience. Be sure to utilize the Student-Run Firm Handbook<\/a> to start or improve your Firm.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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By implementing several of the many<\/a> National Initiatives, your Chapter may be eligible to apply for the Star Chapter Award<\/a>. Chapters of any size can achieve this distinctive award by meeting eight of ten Chapter and professional development goals and requirements.\u00a0
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About the blogger\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a guest post by Vice President of Member Services Kate Ryan<\/a>. You can contact her through Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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[highlight]How are you working toward National Initiatives this year?<\/strong>\u00a0[\/highlight]<\/em><\/p>\n

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