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Kaila Harris, 2006 EMU graduate (left) receives advice from her mentor, Renee Prewitt, director of public relations for Multi-Connect Marketing, a GlobalHue company, as part of EMU's involvement in the PRSA-Detroit Protégé mentoring program. Harris also interned with Multi-Connect Marketing.
Eleanor Wright P.R.S.S.A. Protege Mentoring Program
PRSSA Membership Benefits
o Dues: Dues are $55 annually and are due can be turned in at any general meeting. For more information about dues, please contact Shannon Satchel, ssatchel@emich.com o Benefits: Being a member of PRSSA gives students the opportunity to; + Write for the monthly newsletter, The Source
+ Build your portfolio by getting involved with public relations and other related activities on and off campus
+ Meet professionals and network with local Detroit-PRSA chapter members
+ Obtain internships
+ Learn from fascinating speakers
+ Assist in event planning efforts to beef up your resume/portfolio
+ Go to local, state and national conferences
+ Polish your resume with seasoned professionals
+ Meet some new friends with similar goals and interests
+ Your FREE t-shirt! o How to Join: Joining is easy! Come to a meeting and fill out a registration form, pay your dues and you're all set! It's that easy! Email us at stu_prssa@emich.edu with any questions or concerns. o Meetings: Meetings Tuesdays at 7 p.m., to accommodate students' needs. Meeting Dates. o PRSA: Being a member of PRSSA allows you to join our parent organization, the Public Relations Society of America, at a very reduced fee. o Mentor Program: During the last semester before graduation, you can work with a mentor from PRSA to help make the transition from college to the professional world an easy one. Click here to download the interest sheet. For more information, contact Melissa Motschall, Melissa.motschall@emich.edu o PRSSA Scholarships and Awards