UH PRSSA - University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Public Relations Student Society of America
about our chapter
Interested in what we're all about? To start with, our chapter may indeed be part of a large national organization, but don't let your eyes glass over thinking about that! We're a closely-knit bunch of students right here at UH, who are more than happy to welcome you in and help you get the most out of being a member. In the course of participating in the many optional events and fundraisers held every semester, you're sure to make new friends and network with respected Hawai‘i professionals (who might happen to be the people who hire you when you graduate).
Our chapter is one of the most active in the country. Every semester members of our chapter who graduate go on to begin their careers, aided by the experiences they've had as a part of PRSSA. We average about 25 active members, with about 5-10 officers here to keep things running and organizing new and upcoming events. Interested in becoming an officer? Elections are held twice a year, just ask the chapter president which positions are open.
about prssa
Our student organization is here to help YOU, the student, achieve success in your post-college career life. It all starts now, while you're still in college, but don't sweat it! There are no major commitments for you to sign up for, and it's entirely up to you how much you want to participate in our our free activities and events!
What else makes us so special? You do! Our organization has always attracted highly motivated, friendly young people like you, and as anyone will tell you, being able to work with friendly and intelligent peers is one of the most important factors of job satisfaction. In other words, this is your chance to meet your future co-workers. This is also a great place to make friends!
some history
In 1968, 20 years after its own establishment, the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) founded the Public Relations Student Society of America. The declared purpose of PRSSA is to cultivate a favorable and mutually advantageous relationship between students and professional public relations practitioners.
The student society aims to foster the following:
• Understanding of current theories and procedures of the profession
• Appreciation of the highest ethical ideals and principles
• Awareness of an appropriate professional attitude
• Appreciation of Associate Membership in PRSA and eventually accredited membership
Today the Public Relations Student Society of America has more than 11,000 members and advisers in 300 chapters across the country.
our mission
• To serve our members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities;
• To serve the public relations profession by helping to develop highly qualified, well-prepared professionals