Professional Development — The declared mission of PRSSA is to serve its members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities and to serve the public relations profession by helping to develop highly qualified, well-prepared professionals.

            Networking — The declared purpose of PRSSA is to cultivate a favorable and mutually advantageous relationship between students and professional public relations practitioners.

            Travel Opportunities — PRSSA Members have the opportunity to travel across the country to participate in professional and leadership programs. Recent destinations have included San Diego, New Orleans, Scottsdale, Philadelphia, Detroit and Nashville.

             PRSA Relationship Building — Each PRSSA Chapter has a PRSA sponsor Chapter.

            PRSSA members should cultivate a relationships with this Chapter.

             Scholarships and Awards — Each year PRSSA, the Champions For PRSSA and the PRSA Foundation give away nearly $20,000 through scholarship and awards programs.

            The Dr. F. H. Teahan National Chapter Awards — Recognizing the achievements of PRSSA Chapters and Advisors, the awards are Outstanding Chapter, Chapter Firm, Chapter Development, PRSA/PRSSA Relationship, Faculty Advisor, Professional Advisor, Chapter Newsletter, Chapter Web site, Diversity, Community Service, University Service and Regional Activity. Sponsored by the Champions for PRSSA.

             PRSSA National Web Site — The National Web Site links the National Committee and Chapters. This resource-rich site guides visitors through the Society’s history and programs, and makes available almost every document mailed to Chapters. The site provides professional development resources, internship listings, Society news, links to other public relations resources and contact information for PRSSA Chapters.

             PRSSA JobCenter — PRSSA’s online career resource center is a benefit for dues paying members. The database contains internship postings from across the country for both members and employers to explore. JobCenter also contains resources about résumé and cover letter writing, portfolio assembly, interviews, networking, job search strategies and careers in public relations. www.prssa.org/jobcentermembersite/

            PRSA Jobcenter — PRSSA members also have access to the PRSA Jobcenter, which provides job listings, career advice and tools to tailor your job search. www.prsa.org/jobcenter

Faculty Advisor

Josh Houston whouston@siu.edu

PRSSA Executive Board

President: Michelle Restivo

Vice President: Paige Hollenberg

VPO for Pyramid: Ashlyn Hegg

Treasurer: Robyn Phelan

PR Director: Stacey Grote

Secretary: Sarah Powell

Professional Advisor

Greg Scott gregs@foundation.siu.edu

 Graduate Advisor

Christi Wells christiw@siu.edu

 Website Contact

Kevin Scholfield kevins13@siu.edu