{"id":6719,"date":"2016-01-25T19:16:36","date_gmt":"2016-01-26T00:16:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/?p=6719"},"modified":"2018-08-11T12:43:59","modified_gmt":"2018-08-11T16:43:59","slug":"four-reasons-to-attend-this-years-national-assembly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/index.php\/2016\/01\/25\/four-reasons-to-attend-this-years-national-assembly\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Reasons to Attend This Year’s National Assembly"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you ask any young professional what they remember most from their time in PRSSA, the national events are sure to top the list. Local Chapter events, socials, fundraisers and community service efforts are enjoyable, but national events bond together all types of members in a way that local events can\u2019t.<\/span><\/p>\n

The next national event is the National Assembly. <\/span>This year\u2019s Assembly will be held in Austin, Texas, from March 3\u20136. If you\u2019re still on the fence about attending, here\u2019s why you won\u2019t want to miss out:<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Your voice is going to <\/b>be heard<\/b><\/a>.<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n

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If you attend National Assembly as a delegate, your role is very important and focuses on the future. By listening to speeches from National Committee candidates and reviewing potential national Bylaw changes, delegates directly help shape the Society\u2019s future. Make your voice count by attending as a delegate. Remember, if your Chapter is already sending a delegate you can always attend as a non-delegate. \u2014 or, even better yet, <\/span>run for National Committee <\/span><\/a>yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. There are attendee benefits.<\/b><\/p>\n

Not only will your voice be heard, but your resume can gain an extra boost as well. Showing a potential employer your willingness to represent your Chapter is a great way to highlight your go-getter attitude. You\u2019ll also get to hear from some amazing professionals, such as Sunday\u2019s keynote speaker, <\/span>David Grossman<\/span><\/a>, ABC, APR, Fellow PRSA. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test by competing for cash prizes at the <\/span>Day-of Competition<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Plus, there are major financial perks of being your Chapter\u2019s delegate \u2014 PRSSA National covers the cost of your hotel and registration.<\/span><\/p>\n

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National President Laura Daronatsy (third from right) poses with some new friends at the PRSSA 2014 National Assembly in Charleston, South Carolina.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

3. New connections await.<\/b><\/p>\n

My first event with PRSSA was the 2014 Assembly. Before attending, I only knew people in my Chapter. After leaving, I knew public relations students from across the nation. Assembly is the perfect chance to get to know members from other schools, since there are a lot of lone wolves \u2014 or, members who are the only one from their Chapter \u2014 in attendance.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Austin is a dynamic city.<\/b><\/p>\n

You can make the most of your National Assembly trip by exploring the city in your free time. Austin is #1 on <\/span>Forbes<\/span><\/i>\u2019 list of <\/span>America\u2019s Fastest-Growing Cities<\/span><\/a> and listed among the <\/span>top 15 cities for young adults<\/span><\/a>, making it a great place for college students to get to know. There are impressive professional opportunities in the areas of business and technology, as well as some top-notch music and food events. Ever heard of <\/span>South by Southwest<\/span><\/a> (SXSW) or <\/span>Austin Food + Wine Festival<\/span><\/a>? Both of those major events are hosted in Austin. For more about the public relations industry in Austin, check out our <\/span>City Series article<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you need any more reasons to attend or have any questions, please send me an email at <\/span>ldaronatsy@gmail.com<\/span><\/a>. Remember, it is best to register early and the deadline is Feb. 5. I can\u2019t wait to see you in Austin!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Laura Daronatsy is serving as the PRSSA 2015\u20132016 National President, and is an alumnae of Biola University in La Mirada, California.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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