Overview

The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is the foremost organization for students interested in public relations and communications. We seek to advance the public relations profession by nurturing generations of future professionals. We advocate rigorous academic standards for public relations education, the highest ethical principles and diversity in the profession. The University of Memphis PRSSA chapter has a rich history! Over fifty years of student-turned-industry titans have crossed our threshold. We are bridging the gap between college and career. PRSSA offers many incentives. Our monthly member meeting consists of professional speakers sharing their knowledge. Meetings also offer great networking and internship opportunities . If you are interested in joining the University of Memphis PRSSA chapter, please contact: kvkdsderio@memphis.edu and orweddle@memphis.edu Our Executive Board Members: Oakley Weddle, President Ro Lane, Vice President Kirsten Desiderio, Director of Fundraising Scott Pickey, Historian Ilaria Pisoni, Director of Membership Angel Willaims-Federick, Director of Communication Prof. Kim Marks Malone, APR, Fellow PRSA, Faculty Advisor Kinnawa Kaitibi, Professional Advisor Membership into PRSAA is very affordable at $55 a year. Benefits of joining strongly outweigh the financial obligations. PRSSA welcomes undergraduate and graduate students.