The Eastern Michigan University Foundation received a
$1,000 grant from the Target Corporation in support of
Eastern Michigan University's Public Relations Student
Society of America (PRSSA) student development conference
and internship fair.
The conference and internship fair, an annual event planned
and run by PRSSA members, is meant to help students find
internships, and prepare them for fields in public relations,
journalism, marketing and other communications fields.
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This year's conference is scheduled for February 2009
and is open to all students. The event will include a resume
critiquing workshop, informational sessions, a keynote
speaker and the internship fair.
The grant could not have come at a better time, said Lolita
Cummings-Carson, professor of public relations.
"Over the years, it has become increasingly difficult
for us to secure the funds for these types of valuable
experiences for students," said Cummings-Carson. "The
current economic climate in Michigan has resulted in greater
needs, but fewer dollars. Therefore, we are especially
grateful for Target's long-standing commitment to education
and the community. Their actions continue to demonstrate
their true friendship with EMU."
"It's wonderful to have the support of a national corporation
such as Target," said Stephanie Scheer, president of EMU's
PRSSA chapter. "With the funds provided by Target, we'll
be able to expand the student development conference, and
better educate and prepare our students for a career in
public relations or their designated majors. We look forward
to furthering our relationship with Target in the future."
According to a Target spokesperson, "the Target Campus
Grant Program provides financial support to schools for
programs that develop and influence future business and
community leaders. Target is a regular presence at Eastern
Michigan University, recruiting promising students for
internships as well as full-time career opportunities.
With its strong values, dynamic culture and commitment
to team member development, Target continues to see and
attract the best talent."
For more information about the upcoming PRSSA student
development conference, contact Stephanie Scheer at sscheer@emich.edu.
