January 24th, 2017

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
 
Tuesday, Jan. 31 – New Member Night!
Thursday, Feb. 2 – Internship Fair 
Thursday, Feb. 2 – National Delegate app due
Friday, Feb. 3 – Agency Tour
Tuesday, Feb. 21 – Dues are due!
Friday, March 3 & Saturday, March 4 – Regional Conference
Thursday, March 30 – Sunday, April 2 – National Assembly
Wednesday, March 1 – Study Abroad app due
 
Internship deadlines:
 
FleishmanHillard – March 1, 2017
Ketchum – Feb. 8, 2017
Institute of Political Journalism – Feb. 7, 2017
 
ANNOUCEMENTS:
 
STUDY ABROAD:
 
The summer 2017 study abroad program will be taking place at Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningon from May 24 through June 16. Classes will be taught by professors in English and will explore multicultural competence and communication, the legal financial, and political aspects of the Eurozone, and European cultures from the business perspective. The 4-week program also includes excursions to selected destinations in The Netherlands, including Amsterdam. The study abroad program now counts for 6 academic credits. The application deadline is March 1. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Dr. Smudde: [email protected]
 
The summer 2017 study abroad program will also be taking place in Panama City, Panama from June 25 – July 23 and will focus on mass media and journalism. If you are interested in learning more please contact Jobn Baldwin jrbaldw@ilstu.edu

CERTIFICATE IN PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC RELATIONS: STAND OUT WHEN YOU START OUT
 
Graduating seniors must complete the computer-based exam 6 months before graduating or 6 months after graduating. The exam cost is $150 and the recommended online study course is $50. Online study materials can also be found on www.prcertificate.org. The Certificate in Principles of Public Relations is the stepping stone to Accreditation in Public Relations (APR). If you are interested please contact Dr. Smudde: [email protected]

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

FLEISHMANHILLARD:

is accepting applications from graduating seniors for the 2016 Alfred Fleishman Diversity Fellowship program Nov. 1 – March 1. Priority review will be given to those who apply before Feb. 1. Current fellows have had the opportunity to work on client projects, media relations, events, and new business pitches. Program includes: 6-12 month fellowship, competitive pay, challenging work experience in one of our U.S. offices, and senior level mentorship. If you are interested, please contact: [email protected] 

KETCHUM:

Ketchum is accepting applications for the 2017 Summer Fellowship Program. The application deadline is Wednesday, Feb 8. They are looking for candidates with strong writing capabilities, intellectual curiosity, awareness with current trends, impeccable multitasking abilities, an interest in digital, savvy with social media, and a strong work ethic. Qualified applicants will participate in a “game” of a variety of challenges that will measure creative, digital, writing, and general PR skills. Top applicants will then move on to the interview stage.

INSTITUTE OF POLITICAL JOURNALISM:

The Institute of Political Journalism summer 2017 internship takes places in Washington, D.C. with housing paid for. Interns work approximately 30 hours a week. The application deadline is Feb. 7, 2017 and you are guaranteed an internship placement. Internship positions include print and broadcast media, new services, internet publications, public relations, Capitol Hill press offices and advocacy organizations. If you are interested, please Joe Starrs (Phone: 202-986-0384 Email: [email protected]) or visit dcinternships.org
AGENCY TOUR: WALKER SANDS & PORTER NOVELLI
 
We will be visiting Walker Sands and Porter Novelli on Friday, Feb. 3 in Chicago. Sign up at chapter by Tuesday, Jan 31. Class exemptions are available upon request. Please dress business casual and bring money for lunch and travel. If you are interested in going or have any questions, contact Deja Whitt [email protected]
 
SPRING DUES:
 
If you are interested in becoming a member or continuing your PRSSA membership, you must pay dues by Tuesday, Feb 21. Dues are $55 for seniors (one semester) and $80 for all other members (two semesters/the calendar year).
 
Benefits include: Internship opportunities, scholarship opportunities, leadership positions, agency tours, National Conference, Regional Conference, PRSA dinners, and many other exclusive resources.
 
COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC RELATIONS TUTOR:
 
Need help studying? Emma Lipka is here to help! Office hours: Monday 1:30 – 3:30 Fell 116, Tuesday 3 – 5 Fell 140, Wednesday 6 – 8 Fell 116, Thursday 9 – 11 Fell 140, and Friday 12 – 2 Fell 116.
 
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY:
 
We are currently seeking a PRSSA dues-paying member (sophomore or junior) to represent our chapter at the National Assembly in Seattle, Washington as our National Delegate. The assembly takes place on March 30 – April 2. The trip will be funded by the chapter. Applications are due Thursday, Feb 2 and interviews will be held on Tuesday, Feb 7 before chapter. Please send applications to the chapter email [email protected] and let us know if you have any questions.
 
SPRING INTERNSHIP FAIR:
 
The Spring Internship Fair will be on Thursday, Feb. 2 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the Bone Student Center.
 
REGIONAL CONFERNCE: DEPAUL PR PALOOZA
 
Regional Conference will be taking place at DePaul University in Chicago on March 3 and 4. DePaul’s PR Palooza is all about media and entertainment PR! The cost is $65 for members and $75 for nonmembers. Please let Deja know it you are interested in going! Registration ends Feb. 17. Register here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prpalooza-tickets-28643713117?platform=hootsuite
 
SCHOLARSHIPS:
 
The ISU School of Communication offers a number of scholarships. Application deadlines are Monday, Jan. 30. You can find a full list of scholarships and access to the applications here: http://communication.illinoisstate.edu/undergrad/scholarship/pantagraph.shtml
 
Being a member of PRSSA also gives you access to potential scholarships. A full list of scholarships and application deadlines (deadlines vary among scholarships) can found here: http://prssa.prsa.org/scholarships_competitions/individual/
 
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
 
Congratulations Brevin Mason on becoming member of the week!
 
Congratulations Krista Bilow on the ISU Career Center internship!
 
Congratulations Tyler Krivich on the COM 178 teaching assistant position!
 
Congratulations Katie Rio on the COM 178 teaching assistant position and Main Street Yoga internship!
 
Keep up the good work everyone!
 
COMING UP:
 
Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 8 p.m. in SCH 138 and it’s New Member Night! Please help us spread the word about PRSSA and bring your friends! There will be pizza and beverages provided!

SOCIAL MEDIA:
 
Please follow the PRSSA social media accounts to stay up to date on news and upcoming events!
 
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QUESTIONS?
 
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask! We are here to help! Email us at [email protected]