our mission

The focus of our chapter is to provide an out-of-the-classroom experience to students who have an interest in the public relations field, regardless of their major. Our focus is centered around providing real world experience by networking, professional development and learning the ins and outs of public relations. 

Aside from being a part of the organization for students interested in public relations and communications, you will also experience many of these great opportunities:

  • Industry professional guest speakers 
  • Agency tours/social/mixers with some of the biggest names in PR 
  • Fun social events
  • Exclusive internships & job postings
  • Resume, LinkedIn and portfolio workshops
  • Networking events with local professionals and peers 
  • PRSA Colorado events
  • Opportunity to travel for PRSSA events (including National Conference and Rally)
  • Exclusive agency visits in Denver Metro Area
  • Discounted PRSA membership after graduation – $60 instead of $225 for non-members

Involvement 
  • PRSSA is the perfect way to become involved in the field of public relations and with CSU. 
  • Extracurricular activities such as PRSSA help your resume stand out. 
  • Be active in the community through fundraising and service activities. 

Professional Development
  • Have access to exclusive internship and job opportunities offered only to PRSSA members. 
  • Leadership roles that offer opportunities to for students to become involved at the local and national PRSSA levels. Each year PRSSA elects chapter and national officer positions. 
  • Expand your public relations knowledge and experience. 
  • Build your portfolio with opportunities to compete in national public relations competitions as well as publishing articles in PRSA national publications. 

Networking
  • Meet and build relationships with students that share your interests. 
  • Begin networking with public relations professionals through PRSSA meetings and events. 
  • If you become a national member you have the ability to attend PRSA Colorado events and network with local public relations professionals. 

Scholarship and Awards Programs
  • PRSSA offers its members over $20,000 in scholarships and award competitions. 

Travel
  • To firms and companies throughout Colorado and experience what a public relations career after graduation could include. 
  • National Conference held in different locations each year 

FACT SHEET

PRSA COLORADo
PARENT CHAPTER

The Colorado Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is one of the largest, most active chapters in the nation. PRSA Colorado focuses on uniting public relations professionals through all career stages.