 THE SEMESTER AHEAD… November 18, 19, 20: Ugly Sweater Sale November 19: Feedback! Dec 3: Finals prep party Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes! Attendance and participation Attend Chapter Publish Articles Attend socials, fundraisers, or volunteer events Attend agency tour or networking mixer Attend PRSA dinner Perfect chapter attendance Attend Regional Conference Attend National Conference Agency Tour! Thank you for all of you who came out to Ketchum and Motion Design this past Friday! It was such a good networking opportunity and hopefully you all gained insight on working within PR agencies! MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Congrats! Congratulations to PRSSA member, Sal Navarro for winning 3rd place for Navarro Content Strategy in the Start Up showcase! This is such an awesome accomplishment! We are SO proud!! Ugly Sweater Sale! Our Ugly Sweater Sale will be November 18, 19, & 20! Bring your friends! The link to working the table is here. Bowling Social! Bowling Sign Up is here! This Friday, November 15th! 5-7 pm FREE EVENT & FREE PIZZA! Bring your friends! Band App! Take the survey in the Band App! :) Ketchum Fellows & Internship https://www.ketchum.com/fellows-internships/ YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs American Association for Employment in Education! AAEE IS LOOKING FOR A MARKETING/COMMUNICATION INTERN The American Association for Employment in Education (AAEE) seeks a dynamic, self-starter to assist marketing and communications efforts. This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of marketing while working for a well-established national nonprofit organization. This is a work from home, part-time position. Responsibilities: · Update and maintain AAEE's social media presence, including drafting and scheduling social media updates · Assist in planning, writing and managing monthly eNewsletter and blog posts · Designing flyers, graphics, e-vites and other marketing material · Update the AAEE website when needed · Collaborating with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and · Communications Qualifications: · Firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space · Completed or working toward a college degree, preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Marketing/Communications, or Public Relations) · Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications is a plus · Knowledge of HTML and graphic design is a plus but not required · An effective and professional communicator, both written and oral · Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines · Ability and discipline to work independently from home Start Date: Position open until filled; requires 3-6 month commitment. Hours: Part-time, flexible (not to exceed 300 hours) Compensation: $15.00 per hour How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to Kaitlyn Miller, Strategic Marketing Manager at marketing@aaee.org. Washington D.C. Internship The Fund for American Studies (Summer 2020): The Fund for American Studies Summer 2020 D.C. Academic Internship Programs DCInternships.org Application Deadlines Early Deadline: December 10 Priority Deadline: February 11 Final Deadline: March 10 SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR Cover Letters! Thank you to everyone who came out tonight to discuss the importance of cover letters! I know it was really cold out so for the people who came- YOU'RE AWESOME :) See you next week! Next week we will be having a Feedback meeting! Please come with any suggestions on what we can do for next year or what we can improve on!
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November 8: Agency Tour November 12: Crisis Com (Becky) November 18, 19, 20: Ugly Sweater Sale November 19: Cover Letter Dec 3: Finals prep party Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes! Attendance and participation Attend Chapter Publish Articles Attend socials, fundraisers, or volunteer events Attend agency tour or networking mixer Attend PRSA dinner Perfect chapter attendance Attend Regional Conference Attend National Conference MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Bowling Social! Bowling Sign Up is here! It will be November 15th 5-7 pm FREE EVENT & FREE PIZZA! Band App! Ketchum Fellows & Internship https://www.ketchum.com/fellows-internships/ YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs American Association for Employment in Education! AAEE IS LOOKING FOR A MARKETING/COMMUNICATION INTERN The American Association for Employment in Education (AAEE) seeks a dynamic, self-starter to assist marketing and communications efforts. This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of marketing while working for a well-established national nonprofit organization. This is a work from home, part-time position. Responsibilities: · Update and maintain AAEE's social media presence, including drafting and scheduling social media updates · Assist in planning, writing and managing monthly eNewsletter and blog posts · Designing flyers, graphics, e-vites and other marketing material · Update the AAEE website when needed · Collaborating with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and · Communications Qualifications: · Firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space · Completed or working toward a college degree, preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Marketing/Communications, or Public Relations) · Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications is a plus · Knowledge of HTML and graphic design is a plus but not required · An effective and professional communicator, both written and oral · Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines · Ability and discipline to work independently from home Start Date: Position open until filled; requires 3-6 month commitment. Hours: Part-time, flexible (not to exceed 300 hours) Compensation: $15.00 per hour How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to Kaitlyn Miller, Strategic Marketing Manager at marketing@aaee.org. Washington D.C. Internship The Fund for American Studies (Summer 2020): The Fund for American Studies Summer 2020 D.C. Academic Internship Programs DCInternships.org Application Deadlines Early Deadline: December 10 Priority Deadline: February 11 Final Deadline: March 10 Upcoming Agency Tour This Friday, November 8! Ketchum & Motion Agency For information on who is going signups are here WE NEED AT LEAST 2 DRIVERS! SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR Mary Beth Thank you to everyone who came out tonight to hear from Mary Beth! She had some great ideas on branding! See you next week! Next week we will be hearing about Crisis Communication from Becky Hayes! THE SEMESTER AHEAD…
November 5: Mary Beth November 8: Agency Tour November 12: Crisis Com (Becky) November 18, 19, 20: Ugly Sweater Sale November 19: Cover Letter Dec 3: Finals prep party Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume, etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes!
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu CONGRATULATIONS! Congrats to Megan Pellock on gaining an internship at YWCA this spring! Congrats to Alana Guggenheim on getting a job as an admissions tour guide! So proud of you ladies!! Ketchum Fellows & Internship https://www.ketchum.com/fellows-internships/ YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs Washington D.C. Internship The Fund for American Studies (Summer 2020): The Fund for American Studies Summer 2020 D.C. Academic Internship Programs The program includes:
Full Tuition + Housing Scholarships TFAS is able to provide at least 40 full tuition and housing scholarships for top students to participate in our summer program. More information can be found at www.DCinternships.org/LSP. Nominate Your Top PRSSA Member Today Please consider nominating (www.DCinternships.org/Nominate) your top students for special scholarship consideration. We award close to a million dollars annually and preference is given to nominated students. Email to Forward Please share the announcement below with students interested in spending the summer in Washington, DC. Visit DCInternships.org for more information. Please contact us with any questions. We can be reached at admissions@TFAS.org or 202.986.0384. Thank you so much for your assistance. LIVE. LEARN. INTERN. in Washington, DC Summer 2020 The Fund for American Studies Journalism + Communications Academic Internship Program You can practice communications anywhere, but spending a summer in the Nation’s Capital, practicing PR can’t be beat! Gain real-world experience and make connections that will help open doors after graduation. What’s Included?
· 85% of students receive full or partial scholarship awards. · We strive to make the programs accessible and affordable to the best and brightest students regardless of financial status. Scholarships are awarded based on need and merit. · At least 40 scholarships that cover tuition and housing expenses will be provided to summer applicants on a rolling basis beginning at the December 10 early application deadline. · Awardees are responsible for the $500 program fee, travel to Washington, and food/personal expenses during the program. Application Deadlines · Early Deadline: December 10 · Priority Deadline: February 11 · Final Deadline: March 10 Questions? Visit our website DCInternships.org for more information. Email me at jstarrs@TFAS.org or call 202.986.0384. Upcoming Agency Tour November 8 Ketchum & Motion Agency For information on who is going signups are here Dues paying member or $20 SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR Ugly Sweater Sale! Thank you all for coming out tonight to make our Ugly Sweaters!! Tonight was a more relaxing night so I hope you enjoyed being crafty and hanging out with everyone! See you next week! Next week we will be hearing from our faculty advisor, Mary Beth Deline! THE SEMESTER AHEAD… October 22: No Meeting, National Conference October 29: Ugly Sweater Decorating November 5: Mary Beth November 8: Agency Tour November 12: Crisis Com (Becky) November 18, 19, 20: Ugly Sweater Sale November 19: Cover Letter Dec 3: Finals prep party T-SHIRTS T-shirts are in! If you ordered one please let Damian know so you can pick it up! INTERNSHIPS! Do you have an internship this year? Did you know you can take an internship for credit? Talk to Tom Lamonica so he can set you up with your internship credit!
MEMBERSHIP DUES If you paid your dues last semester, then you are good for the calendar year. If you are a new member or did not pay dues last semester, you must pay $80 for the calendar year. We will take cash or check, and all checks are to made out to ISU PRSSA. The deadline is TONIGHT - Oct. 15th Venmo: PRSSA-ISU Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume, etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes!
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu CONGRATULATIONS! Congrats to Kathryn for being the new fundraising chair!!! Congrats to Niyaura for being the new Account Executive!!! So proud of you ladies, and so excited to add on to the PRSSA group! YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs Upcoming Agency Tour November 8 Ketchum & Motion Agency Signups are here Signups close Thursday at 11:59 pm so if you did not get to experience the last agency tour you should definitely try and make it to this one! Dues paying member or $20 SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR Meet the Client Taneka did an AWESOME job coordinating the Meet The Client presentation!! Hope you all enjoyed hearing from Maliyah Minks and Worn, Again Too! Both presenters did an amazing job, and the work they do is so inspiring! Make sure to check them both out :) WE WON'T SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! Next week we will all be in San Diego for National Conference which means NO chapter next week. We will follow up with you all the following Tuesday, October 29 where we will be decorating Ugly Christmas Sweaters :)! THE SEMESTER AHEAD…
October 9: Last day of Fall Bake Sale October 15: Meet the Client
October 29: Ugly Sweater Decorating November 5: Mary Beth November 8: Agency Tour November 12: Crisis Com (Becky) November 18, 19, 20: Ugly Sweater Sale November 19: Cover Letter Dec 3: Finals prep party T-SHIRTS Our t-shirts have been ordered! Each will be $12 Money should be given to Damian We do have a few extras if you missed the deadline! INTERNSHIPS! Do you have an internship this year? Did you know you can take an internship for credit? Talk to Tom Lamonica so he can set you up with your internship credit!
BAKE SALE: We have only one more day of the bake sale! Thank you to everyone who is volunteering their time or baked goods (or both!). It helps the chapter in so many ways! If you are scheduled to work tomorrow and are unsure of what time the link is below. If you are interested in working the table the sign up is here MEMBERSHIP DUES If you paid your dues last semester, then you are good for the calendar year. If you are a new member or did not pay dues last semester, you must pay $80 for the calendar year. We will take cash or check, and all checks are to made out to ISU PRSSA. The deadline is Oct. 15 Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume, etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes!
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Golin Public Relations Graduate Internship- Chicago, Ill. https://ipg.taleo.net/careersection/golin_ext_cs/jobdetail.ftl?job=012136&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs Upcoming Agency Tour November 8 Ketchum & Motion Agency Signups won’t be until mid-October Dues paying member or $20 SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR Resume! Hope you all enjoyed the slides this week on building resumes! Resumes are required in the professional world and can set you apart from another potential employer, meaning it is very important to take it seriously! SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! We hope to see you at our next meeting where we will be Meeting the Client on Tuesday, October 15 at 8 p.m. in SCH 138! THE SEMESTER AHEAD…
October 7, 8, 9: Fall Bake Sale October 8: Meet the Client October 15: Mary Beth Deline October 18-22: National Conference October 22: No Meeting, National Conference October 29: Ugly Sweater Decorating November 5: Resume November 8: Agency Tour November 12: Crisis Com (Becky) November 18, 19, 20: Ugly Sweater Sale November 19: Cover Letter Dec 3: Finals prep party T-SHIRTS Our t-shirts have been ordered! Each will be $12 Money should be given to Damian We do have a few extras if you missed the deadline! INTERNSHIPS! Do you have an internship this year? Did you know you can take an internship for credit? Talk to Tom Lamonica so he can set you up with your internship credit!
BAKE SALE: We are having our first bake sale of the year! It will be October 7th, 8th, & 9th! If you are interested in bringing in baked treats the sign up is here If you are interested in working the table the sign up is here Also if you are interested in making flyers it would be greatly appreciated! Send them to the PRSSA email when you finish them! MEMBERSHIP DUES If you paid your dues last semester, then you are good for the calendar year. If you are a new member or did not pay dues last semester, you must pay $80 for the calendar year. We will take cash or check, and all checks are to made out to ISU PRSSA. The deadline is Oct. 15 Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume, etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! New Committee Chairs Congratulations to our new committee chairs! We are so proud! Newsletter Chair- Alana Guggenheim Blog Chair- Sarah Lisewski Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes!
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Golin Public Relations Graduate Internship- Chicago, Ill. https://ipg.taleo.net/careersection/golin_ext_cs/jobdetail.ftl?job=012136&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs Upcoming Agency Tour November 8 Ketchum & Motion Agency Signups won’t be until mid-October Dues paying member or $20 SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR AP STYLE Hope you all learned a couple new skills in AP style, even though there were some slight mishaps in the powerpoint slides... SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! We hope to see you at our next meeting where we will be Meeting the Client on Tuesday, October 8 at 8 p.m. in SCH 138! THE SEMESTER AHEAD…
October 1: AP Style October 7, 8, 9: Fall Bake Sale October 8: Meet the Client October 15: Mary Beth Deline October 18-22: National Conference October 22: No Meeting, National Conference October 29: Ugly Sweater Decorating November 5: Resume November 8: Agency Tour T-SHIRTS Our t-shirts are here! Each will be $12 Money will be given to Damian INTERNSHIPS! Do you have an internship this year? Did you know you can take an internship for credit? Talk to Tom Lamonica so he can set you up with your internship credit!
Thank you all for coming out last weekend to visit Golin and Walker Sands! Hopefully by going through the tours you all have a better idea of what Agency PR truly is! We want to also take a minute to thank all the drivers- Chicago driving can be a challenge but you all made it happen and we are grateful!!! BAKE SALE: We are having our first bake sale of the year! It will be October 7th, 8th, & 9th! If you are interested in bringing in baked treats the sign up is here If you are interested in working the table the sign up is here Committee Chairs Thank you for all who applied! Chair positions will be announced next week! MEMBERSHIP DUES If you paid your dues last semester, then you are good for the calendar year. If you are a new member or did not pay dues last semester, you must pay $80 for the calendar year. We will take cash or check, and all checks are to made out to ISU PRSSA. The deadline is Oct. 15 Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume, etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes!
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Golin Public Relations Graduate Internship- Chicago, Ill. https://ipg.taleo.net/careersection/golin_ext_cs/jobdetail.ftl?job=012136&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago YWCA: Marketing & Public Relations Intern https://www.ywcamclean.org/jobs Involvement to Industry Networking Event All information regarding the event is here. Saturday, September 28 8:30AM to 3:30PM TRANSFERRING TO THE PR MAJOR? The PR major at ISU is extremely competitive and can be difficult to transfer into. Be sure you do everything you can to ensure you are accepted!
Congratulations to Angeline and Jonathan!!! Angeline is now the Account Executive for Maliyah Minks Lashes and Brows Jonathan is now the Account Executive for Worn Again, Too We are so proud of the both of the both you!! Virtual Guest Speaker: Victoria Jackson Thank you everyone for asking such interesting questions and giving respect to Victoria Jackson! Hopefully you all learned something interesting and insightful tonight! SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! We hope to see you at our next meeting where we will be learning AP Style on Tuesday, October 1 at 8 p.m. in SCH 138! THE SEMESTER AHEAD… September 20: Agency Tour September 24: Tori Jackson October 1: AP Style October 8: Meet the Client Oct 15: Mary Beth October 22: No Meeting, National Conference October 29: Ugly Sweater Decorating T-SHIRTS Our t-shirts are here! Each will be $12 Money will be given to Damian INTERNSHIPS! Do you have an internship this year? Did you know you can take an internship for credit? Talk to Tom Lamonica so he can set you up with your internship credit!
AGENCY TOURS: PRSSA’s first tour of the semester will be this Friday, September 20. We will be visiting Golin and Walker Sands BAKE SALE: We are having our first bake sale of the year! It will be October 7th, 8th, & 9th! If you are interested in bringing in baked treats the sign up is here. If you are interested in working the table the sign up is here. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A COMMITTEE HEAD? To apply for a committee head position, please submit a cover letter, resume and your list of availability during the week in one .pdf file to prssa@ilstu.edu. Applications close TONIGHT at 12am! The following positions are available: Development Committee Positions: Fundraising Chair Relations Committee Positions: Blog Chair, Newsletter Chair PRi: Account Executive for Maliyah Minks, Account Executive for Student Food Pantry MEMBERSHIP DUES If you paid your dues last semester, then you are good for the calendar year. If you are a new member or did not pay dues last semester, you must pay $80 for the calendar year. We will take cash or check, and all checks are to made out to ISU PRSSA. The deadline is Oct. 15 Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume, etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes!
MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Golin Public Relations Graduate Internship- Chicago, Ill. https://ipg.taleo.net/careersection/golin_ext_cs/jobdetail.ftl?job=012136&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago Tori Jackson- Guest Speaker Next week we will be speaking with Tori Jackson. Come prepared with some questions. She is taking time out of her day so lets make it worth it by asking her questions we probably all are thinking! ;) SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! We hope to see you at our next meeting where we will be speaking with Tori Jackson on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 8 p.m. in SCH 138! THE SEMESTER AHEAD…
September 17: Interviewing September 20: Agency Tour September 24: Tori Jackson October 1: Meet the Client meeting *more will be posted in the coming weeks! T-SHIRTS Our t-shirt is here! Each will be $12 Money can be given to Damian NATIONAL CONFERENCE National Conference is taking place October 18-22 in San Diego, CA. National Conference is a great opportunity to network with other students and professionals, attend chapter and professional development sessions and workshops, listen to guest speakers, and visit local agencies. Students have the opportunity for potential reimbursement by participating in fundraising efforts. INTERNSHIPS! Do you have an internship this year? Did you know you can take an internship for credit? Talk to Tom Lamonica so he can set you up with your internship credit! talamon@ilstu.edu AGENCY TOURS: PRSSA’s first tour of the semester will be Friday, September 20. We will be visiting Golin and Walker Sands We are looking for drivers! If you are interested in driving to and from the tours please let Megan know asap! INTERESTED IN BECOMING A COMMITTEE HEAD? To apply for a committee head position, please submit a cover letter, resume and your list of availability during the week in one .pdf file to prssa@ilstu.edu. The following positions are available: Development Committee Positions: Fundraising Chair Relations Committee Positions: Blog Chair, Newsletter Chair PRi: Account Executive for Maliyah Minks, Account Executive for Student Food Pantry MEMBERSHIP DUES If you paid your dues last semester, then you are good for the calendar year. If you are a new member or did not pay dues last semester, you must pay $80 for the calendar year. We will take cash or check, and all checks are to made out to ISU PRSSA. The deadline is Oct. 15 Benefits for dues-paying members: National Conference, Regional Conferences, agency tours, scholarships, internships, PRSA Jobcenter, leadership positions, networking events, resume etc. Questions? Ask Megan Pellock! Membership Incentive Points (MIPS) Points that will be added at the end of the school year for prizes! Rewarded for attendance and participation Attend Chapter Publish Articles Attend socials, fundraisers, or volunteer events Attend agency tour or networking mixer Attend PRSA dinner Perfect chapter attendance Attend Regional Conference Attend National Conference MEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS Please let us know your accomplishments (internships, scholarships, awards, etc.) so we can acknowledge your hard work! (Even birthdays!) Email: prssa@ilstu.edu Congrats again to Tessa in landing an internship with The School of Communication!! We are all so proud of you! SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on social media to stay up to date on news and upcoming events! Like us on Facebook (PRSSA-Illinois State University) Follow us on Twitter (@ilstuprssa) Follow us on Instagram (ilstuprssa) Follow us on LinkedIn (ISUPRSSA) Use our Chapter hashtag: #RedbirdPR SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! We hope to see you at our next meeting where we will be covering interviewing on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 8 p.m. at SCH 138! Meet the 2019-2020 Executive Board!
President: Megan Pellock Email: mepello@ilstu.edu Vice President: Mattie Bean Email: mbbean1@ilstu.edu Secretary: Gabby Solis Email: glsoli1@ilstu.edu Treasurer: Damian Juarez Email: dejuar2@ilstu.edu Director of Digital Media: Mia Rusch Email: mmrusch@ilstu.edu PRi Director: Taneka Newman Email: Tdnewma1@ilstu.edu Director of Community Involvement: Josh Pozniak Email: Jmpozni@ilstu.edu Faculty Advisor: Dr. Mary Beth Deline Email: medelin@ilstu.edu Internship Coordinator: Tom Lamonica Email: talamon@ilstu.edu PRSSA OVERVIEW ● Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) ● We are the top public relations student organization focused on providing a way for you to gain hands-on experience, develop as a young professional and grow your network. ● 11,000 students ● 300+ Chapters internationally ISU PRSSA ● Vision: To position ourselves as an elite pre-professional public relations organization on campus among ISU’s students, faculty and alumni. ● Mission: To serve our members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities, allowing them to grow as public relations practitioners. Why Join PRSSA? ● Enhance your education ● Broaden your network ● Launch your career Committees ● PRogressive image (PRi)
T-SHIRTS Our t-shirt design is in the works! More information coming soon. NATIONAL CONFERENCE
SEE YOU NEXT WEEK TALKING ABOUT LINKEDIN! We hope to see you at our next meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 8 p.m. in SCH 138! |
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