by Jordyn Barragy
I have been a part of the University of Northern Iowa’s PRSSA Chapter for a full academic year. During my time in the organization, I have grown so much as a student and as a person. This Chapter has introduced me to several different outlets, opportunities, and places that my major can take me. Throughout my whole life, I have never been confident with my abilities. However, because of PRSSA, I have been able to gain confidence in who I am and in what I am capable of. My Journey I started my college career at a small community college called North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC). I was really just going through the motions of school and passing my classes. I knew there was something greater out there for me. I just needed to find it. When I finished at NIACC and came to the University of Northern Iowa, I knew I needed to get involved on campus somehow. I stumbled upon PRSSA because of an in-class presentation that was presented by someone with UNI PRSSA. I joined the club immediately and it was one of the best decisions that I have made thus far at UNI. Not only have I been able to meet fellow peers in my classes, but the workshops and speakers that UNI PRSSA hosts are extremely beneficial. We heard from a panel of professionals that work for the number one public relations firm in the world, a workshop on what makes a good credit score, how to deal with mental health in the workplace, how to create a stellar LinkedIn profile, and so much more. The opportunities provided this year were endless. I did not leave a meeting without a takeaway and some way to benefit from it. There are no limits for the world of public relations and each of our speakers expressed that to us. Because I feel so strongly about the impact that PRSSA has had on me, I feel it is only right to show other students on campus how beneficial this student organization is. For this academic year, I will serve as the Vice President of Fundraising. I am so honored to have received this position and I have some big shoes to fill. During my time in the position, I will create more opportunities for our members to volunteer with events in the Cedar Valley area. Volunteering and giving back to our community can not only make a difference in the lives of others, but can also allow us to connect with our community that supports us as a university. I cannot wait for this new role and to carry on the PRSSA legacy. UNI’s PRSSA Chapter is one special student organization on campus and we are only getting started.
35 Comments
|