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    What is PRSSA?

    The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)is a pre-professional organization for college studentsinterested in public relations and communications. PRSSA:

    Seeks to advance the public relations profession.

    Advocates for ethical principles, professionaldevelopment and diversity.

    Serves 11,000+ students at 300+ Chapters in the UnitedStates and Argentina.

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    If you want experience and a

    job, PRSSA provides the chance to gain experience

    that translates to a real-world job.

    PRSSA keeps you informed with the latestindustry news, trends and job postings.

    The PRSSA and PRSA network provideslastingand meaningful connections.

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    Why become a PRSSA member?

    Enhance your education

    Broaden your network

    Launch your career

    Gain real-world experience

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    PRSSA

    MemberBenefit

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    LeadershipExperience

    National &

    RegionalEvents

    Competitions

    Awards &Scholarships

    News &Intelligence

    WritingSkills

    InternshipCenter

    PRSA

    SponsorChapters

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    Leadership

    Potential employers find value in applicants with PRSSAleadership experience. PRSSA leaders can:

    Work with a variety of members and fellow leaders

    Serve at the Chapter level

    President, vice president, secretary, treasurer, PR director and

    other positions available

    Lead a student-run firm or take an active roleon an account

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    Events

    Network, learn and interactwith students from aroundthe country.

    Travel the country for events:

    National Conference

    National Assembly Leadership Rally

    Regional Conferences

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    Upcoming Events

    Professional development, networking and awards dinner www.prssa.org/conference

    National Assembly:

    National Committee elections, bylaw revisions and leadership

    development. Location to be announced at National Conference www.prssa.org/assembly

    Past event locations:

    San Francisco, Charlotte, Orlando, Seattle and Austin

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    Competitions + Campaigns

    By participating, you can: add to your portfolio

    gain real-world experience

    work with high-profile clients win prizes and awards

    Examples: Bateman Case Study Competition

    Organ Donor Awareness Campaign

    Starbucks Frappuccino Campaign

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    Scholarships + Awards

    Earn recognition for your accomplishments

    Chapter and individual awards

    Fund your education Nearly $30,000 available

    for students

    Opportunities for every student: Graduate and undergraduate students

    Leaders, interns and mentors

    Minority students

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    News + Intelligence

    Read and submit Chapter News

    Feature yourChapters accomplishments andevents

    Stay current with industry news byreceiving:

    PRSA Issues & Trends News updates from PRSSA

    Biweekly Update emails from the NationalCommittee

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    Writing

    By writing for PRSSA, you can:

    Add to your portfolio

    Earn recognition in nationalpublications

    FORUM

    PRSSAs online newspaper

    Progressions

    PRSSAs blog

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    Internship Center

    Browse career resources and job hunting tips

    Search for internships by region or city

    Post your rsum for employers to view

    Gain access to the PRSA Job Center Find internship openings for each semester

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    Discounted PRSA

    Membership Transition to PRSA for the discounted rate of

    just $60 for an Associate Membership.

    PRSA is a network of more than 22,000professionals with: Chapters around the country

    Professional Interest Sections, including New

    Professionals, Nonprofit and Entertainment & Sports

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    Advance Yourself

    Join PRSSA today and experience the benefits:

    Enhance your education

    Broaden your network Launch your career

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    Chapter Contact

    Information Chapter President:

    Vice President:

    Social Media:

    Email:

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    Meetings & Involvement

    Meetings:

    Put your meeting times and dates here. Keep it on a

    schedule and ask for member feedback!

    Get involved:

    Tell the members how to get involved, what

    committee to join, etc.