Message from the President
One of our chapter’s past presidents, Melinda Arnold, is happy to tell new acquaintances that we first met when
she was in high school and I was . . . well . . . older than that. We didn’t reconnect until much later, when both of us
were public relations professionals in Springfield. When we both landed in PRSA, we made a point of sharing best
practices and learning from one another as we served together on our chapter’s board of directors.
One of the many benefits of membership in PRSA is the opportunity to make enduring friendships. Some may
argue that this is only a side benefit, but I would counter that it is often through friendships that professional
careers grow.Those of you who have worked on one of our chapter’s projects or events know how that
involvement allows you to know other members in a more personal way, brainstorming ideas and achieving
something new. Committee work also opens doors, their small size facilitating good discussion and an exchange of
views between veteran and new members. Service on the board of directors is often where you’ll learn the most
about PRSA and its inner workings, from national on down. Your service can yield lasting professional relationships
and, yes, friendships as you work together toward mutual goals.
I’ll always be older than Melinda, it’s true, but we’re the same when it comes to our belief that being involved
members of PRSA benefits our careers—and our friendship, too.
Noon Lunch Meeting – February 23rd at Midtown Carnegie
Library
Arrive at 11:45 a.m. to network with your colleagues. The topic will be "Springfield Source," a new regional
newsletter. Visit our blog to read more.
Please RSVP to Tom Ellis, [email protected], by noon Friday, February 19. In your response, also indicate if
you would prefer a vegetarian dish.
We meet at this location on the fourth Tuesday of each month, so plan to be there! The meeting for March will be
held March 23rd.
Membership
The $65 initiation fee is waived for new members that join in February! Think about it and send a list of great
prospects to [email protected]. Feel free to make contact with them first and direct them to our
Web site: www.swmoprsa.org. Also don't forget to bring one prospect to a meeting this year!
Scholarship
Applications for the Dr. Joe McAdoo Scholarship are now being accepted - the deadline is April 9. For more
information, visit our blog.
We’re in Communications – So Stay in Touch
Follow us on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook. We will be sharing good ideas, articles and keeping in touch
with our PRSA colleagues. We also have started a new blog at http://swmoprsa.blogspot.com/ where you may find
helpful tips and information.
Job Postings
If you know of any job opportunities that you would like posted on the PRSA website, please email Becky Lucas at
[email protected].
Recently, we had an inquiry about any open positions in PR for an individual with a bachelor's in communciation
and master's in journalism, with experience as PR director for Taylor's College. If you know of any positions, please
contact me at [email protected].
Get involved! Join the conversation! Follow us on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook!
Southwest Missouri Chapter
P.O. Box 4807; Springfield, MO 65808
www.swmoprsa.org
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