CSUN PRSSA Introduction

CSUN PRSSA Introduction

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  CSUN PRSSA “Your Connection to the Profession”
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  Who We ArePublic Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) We are a pre-professional organization designed to help students who are interested in public relations and communications become future professionals. PRSSA helps you enhance your education, broaden your network and launch your career in public relations.
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  Who We ArePublic Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) 1 Faculty Advisor- Dr. Lori Baker-Schena 9 Executive Board Members President-Sheila Rodriguez Vice President-Marissa Girolamo Treasurer—Emma Quadra Secretary—Sangeetha Princess Anantharaman Fundraising—Anazarry Danganan Historian—Chriss Ramos Director of Special Events—Yoselyn Ramos Director of Student Relations– Jessica Bonilla Director of Public Relations– Monique Gonzalez
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  When We MeetMeet twice monthly on Monday nights at 7 p.m. in Manzanita Hall Fall 2011 speaker topics & Events include: YP Event at Dodgers Stadium Alumni Panel MCCAMC Founder’s Day PRSSA Day with San Diego Padres National Conference in Orlando, Florida Travel & Tourism Tech PR Social Media Workshop And more!
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  Point System ReceivePRSSA points for every time you get involved. The more points you have, the better chance you have towards a grand prize + outstanding member awards. General Meetings (5pts) Guest Speaker Events (10pts) On-Campus Fundraiser (3pts) Off-Campus Fundraiser (5pts) Sign up for Committee(20) Sign up for Peer Mentor (10) Write for our blog (20) Book a Guest Speaker (20) Refer a Paid Member (20) Mention @CSUN_PRSSA (3) [limit4]
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  Get Involved Asa PRSSA member, you have the opportunity to be a leader and join a committee. Fundraising Committee Do you like to plan events? Want to gain experience strategizing & raising money for our chapter? Blog Committee Do you love to write? Are you interested in including PRSSA writing in your portfolio? Social Committee Do you love networking, planning events and socializing with friends? Plan fun events once a month as a team. Ex: laser tag, movie night, karaoke night, bowling…etc. Marketing Committee Are you interested in graphic design? Do you want to create flyers and design brochures for our chapter? These can also be included in your portfolio
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  Member Benefits Accessto PRSSA Job Center PRSSA Internship Center (Helps create & build your resume) National Events National Conference National Assembly Regional Conference Leadership Rally Great Networking Opportunities YP PRSA/LA Events Every month PRSA/LA Professional Mentorships Internship/ Scholarship opportunities Event Planning/writing experience Discount to join PRSA when you graduate Twitter Chats (once per month) Meet people in your major who you will be taking classes with
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  Member Benefits ForumMembers can contribute to this publication throughout the year; it serves as the society’s main publication, and it’s printed 3 times per year. PRSSA Blog This online resource is geared toward engaging conversation among PRSSA students about student, industry and Chapter trends Public Relations Tactics This resource is mailed monthly to our Chapter throughout the school year and is a major publication of PRSA. Biweekly Update Emailed twice per month, this resource helps bridge the communication gap between Chapters and the National Committee.
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  Member Benefits PRSSAOffers more than 10 Scholarships Scholarships: Betsy Plank PRSSA Scholarship Chester Burger Scholarship for Excellence Ron Culp Scholarship for Mentoring Lawrence G. Foster Award John D. Graham Scholarship Stephen D. Pisinski Memorial Scholarship PRSA Diversity Multicultural Scholarship The Marcia Silverman Minority Student Award Altschul Champions for PRSSA Outstanding Internship Award PRSA/PRSSA Internship Program What percentage of Society applies for scholarships and awards? Answer: Less than 1%
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  Thank you forviewing! Engage in PRSSA’s resources and apply for scholarships and awards. For more information please visit the PRSSA website at prssa.org Follow us online: Facebook.com/csun_prssa Twitter.com/csun_prssa http://csunprssa.wordpress.com/