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Things to remember about Southwest District |
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Written by Kristi Williams
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Monday, 28 January 2013 00:00 |
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Things to remember about Southwest District in 2013
There are three things you should remember about Southwest District as we move into 2013.
- APR Scholarship - Yes, the District awards 10 $100 scholarship each year. Read more about it.
- District Speakers Bureau - The District has a speakers bureau for the chapters to use. The District awards any chapter a $100 stipend that books a speaker from the Speakers Bureau. Learn about it.
- Southwest District Conference - Register now (www.prsaswconf.org) for the District conference in Austin, TX during June 5-7, 2013.Are you interested in presenting at the conference. Proposal submissions from those of you who are interested in speaking must include the following:
- Title
- Topic
- Description of presentation
- What attendees will gain from the presentation
- How your topic ties in to keeping PR weird!
Please also include a biography and a list of previous speaking engagements. Submission deadline is January 31, 2013. Direct your materials to
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It's going to be a great year!
Kristen Turley, APR
2013 Southwest District Chair |
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Last Updated on Sunday, 27 January 2013 21:36 |
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2013 Slate of District Officers Elected |
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Sunday, 27 January 2013 00:00 |
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New! 2013 Southwest District Board Elected
The PRSA Southwest District nominating committee proposed the following slate of officers to serve with President Kristen Turley, APR, from the Tulsa Chapter and Immediate Past President, Sam Sims, APR:
- Chair elect: Laura Van Hoosier, APR (Greater Fort Worth chapter)
- Secretary: Kristi Williams, APR (Baton Rouge chapter)
- Treasurer: Danielle Walker, APR (Oklahoma City Chapter )
In addition to the above officers, the Southwest District board of directors includes the presidents of every chapter within the six-state district.
The Southwest District board voted on this slate offices at its meeting held October 13 in San Francisco, CA. The slate was approved and voted into service by those in attendance.
The District chair appoints volunteers to lead various committees. Committees currently include Accreditation, Programming, and Diversity. If you are interested in serving, please contact Kristen Turley, District President.
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Last Updated on Sunday, 27 January 2013 21:13 |
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It's Your District
Just like your local chapter and committees at every level of PRSA, the district relies on its volunteers to provide these important and crucial services. It’s your district, so help us keep it strong with your service and support.
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District Services and Benefits
Just some of the services offered by the Southwest District:
- Leadership Training and Development
- Speakers’ Bureau
- Annual Professional Development Conference
- Chapter Consultation and Support
- APR Scholarship
- This Website...
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APR Scholarship: Do You Qualify?
 The Southwest District awards Accreditation (APR) Scholarships. Another 10 are available in 2013. Will it be you? Read the testimonials of the 2009, 2010 and 2011 Scholarship Recipients and learn more about this program.
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Join PRSA
If you'd like to become a member of the Public Relations Society of America, visit the national Web site to learn more about the benefits of membership and the dues. PRSA Membership Information
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Become a District Speaker!
Complete the *simple form* which begins the process of becoming a Southwest District speaker. Anyone is allowed to submit themselves or other members as possible speakers bureau resources.
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What is the Southwest District?
Public Relations Society of America's Southwest District represents 14 chapters in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico and Texas. The District serves as a link between local PRSA chapters and national leadership.
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