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What is FPRA? Florida Public Relations Association o Student Capital Chapter A professional Association designed for all Tallahassee students interested in pursuing a career in public relations or communications o Tourism, agency, fashion, nonprofit, sports, public affairs, etc. At Bi-weekly meetings PR professionals speak to relevant industry topics and help students to workshop communications skills Networking with students and professionals

Why Join FPRA? Unmatched access to networking, internship and part/full-time job opportunities in the communications field Professional development trips and local agency visits Student mentor program o Help applying to the College of Communication & Information from already admitted students PR pros speak at every meeting about what YOU want to know Networking with students and professionals Workshops, seminars and special events Scholarship opportunities

Meet the Executive Board!

Brionna Boileau-Theresias Vice Year: Senior Major: Public Relations with a minor in International Affairs PR Experience: Intern at Save the children, Channel 22 at Tallahassee Community College, PR for Cornerstone Learning Community Theme song to my life: Flawless- Beyoncé Favorite part of FPRA: The lasting connections I’ve made with peers and professionals in the Capital Chapter!

Alison Spiegel Professional Year: Senior Major: Public Relations with a minor in Psychology (Leadership Studies certificate) PR Experience: Intern at Bascom Communications & Consulting Theme song to my life: Don’t Stop Me Now – Queen Favorite part of FPRA: The amazing friends I have made (and continue to make) and learning from the guest speakers!

Alexandra Marcroft Year: Junior Major: Public Relations with a minor in Business PR Experience: Social Media Relations Intern at Ultimate Software Group, Account Coordinator at RB Oppenheim Associates Theme song to my life: Dancing Queen – ABBA Favorite part of FPRA: I’ve learned how to brand myself professionally while still being my awkward, silly self. FPRA has made me realize my passion for this industry!

Clare Lattanze Year: Senior Major: Double in Public Relations and Accounting PR Experience: Press Office Intern at Executive Office of the Governor Theme song to my life: Work– Britney Spears Favorite part of FPRA: Being able to learn what Public Relations post college is really about through guest speakers and networking trips!

Allena Smith Digital Year: Senior Major: Public Relations with a minor in Spanish PR experience : Account Coordinator at RB Oppenheim Associates, Intern at Moore Communications Group, Intern at Knight Creative Communities Institute (KCCI), Vice President of Communications for Alpha Omicron Pi Theme song to my life: With a Little Help From My Friends- The Beatles Favorite part of FPRA : Being surrounded by so many passionate and driven people! Also the trips are an awesome opportunity to visit new places and learn about the industry.

Alexia Swanson President Year : Senior Major: Double in Public Relations and Editing, Writing & Media PR experiences : Internships at Sachs Media Group, Florida Department of Children and Families and Your SocialButterfly, TEDxFSU communications coordinator, FPRA social chair Theme Song : Bennie and The Jets – Elton John Favorite part of FPRA: I'm part of a community of hard working individuals whose goal is to gain valuable experiences in the field I'm passionate about. I get to learn from my peers and offer mentorship at the same time.

Meet Your Peers! There are plenty of opportunities to network with your peers during FPRA meetings and events

Nanette Schimpf Drew Piers Jan Jay Schleuning

Fall Trip Every fall, FPRA takes an out-of-town professional development trip Past trips include Jacksonville, Atlanta and Orlando Dues-paying members are eligible to attend Includes visits to multiple agencies and communications departments and valuable networking opportunities within the selected city

Spring Trip Every spring, FPRA takes another out-of-town professional development trip, typically to a larger city Past trips include NYC, Chicago, Boston

Look out for more information regarding the 2015 fall trip location soon! Talk to Brionna to give FPRA your input about desired agency visits for the fall and spring trips. We’d love to hear from you!

Professional Speakers Heidi Otway, Salter Mitchell Ebe Randeree, College of Communication Chris Gent, FPRA Statewide President Erica Villanueva, Sachs Media Group

Peer Networking Not only will you benefit from professional speakers, but also have the chance to create relationships with other motivated FPRA members who are doing amazing things!

Mentor/Mentee Program Are you planning on applying to the College of Communication and Information this year? If you are trying to get into one of the highly competitive communications programs, FPRA will match you up with a already admitted student to help guide you as you prepare your application Mentors help by answering any questions, editing resumes and cover letters, help to select writing samples and are available to simply chat about public relations experiences!

Scholarship Opportunities Each year, the FPRA Capital Chapter and Student Chapter give away scholarships to regular members

Chair Positions Want to get involved in the FPRA planning committee? Chair positions are a great way to do just that AND they are a great resume builder. You may apply for one of our chair positions in which you will be responsible for coming to executive board meetings and following through with your position’s specific tasks. Submit your interests by NEXT MEETING 9/16 or send applications to The executive board needs your help in the following areas:

Social Chair Gain experience planning a total of four events throughout the year for all FPRA members Plans local fundraisers and socials Applications due next week, DATE

Trip Social Chair Works with the vice president to plan socials and peer networking activities for FPRA members to take place during the fall and spring trips. MUST plan on attending both the fall and the spring professional networking trip Applications due next week, DATE

Blogger Creates digital content for the FPRA website This includes blog topics such as our chapter’s experiences (recap trips and socials), feature articles about outstanding FPRA speakers or members and information students should be aware of like PR industry trends No application necessary to blog. Please send all drafts to

So you want to join? Dues are $60 for the whole year. We accept cash or check Bring back the FPRA Student Capital Chapter application and Capital Chapter application to one of the next meetings with your dues Membership forms and dues and due by SEPT. 23. If we have not received them by then, we will take you off our list and you will no longer be eligible to receive opportunities available to chapter members

Connect with us Find us online for industry news and event updates! Facebook.com/FPRAstudent FPRA Tallahassee Student Chapter

Thank you for coming! Join us at our next meeting: September 16 at 6:30 PM (all other meetings are bi-weekly, same time) Location TBA – Check your !