Make the Most of Your Membership: Ways to Get Involved
Posted on Oct. 13, 2025 / Subscribe 0
PURSUE YOUR APR
Accreditation is recommended for candidates who have at least five years of experience in the full-time practice or teaching of public relations and who have earned either a bachelor’s degree in a communications-related field or have equivalent work experience. However, any PRSA member in good standing can take on the challenge of earning Accreditation. Email [email protected] to learn more.
JOIN A CHAPTER COMMITTEE
Joining a committee will help you connect with your fellow Chapter members, grow your professional network, enhance your resume, sharpen your skills, and more. Wherever you're most interested, there is a PRSA Detroit committee that will welcome your talent. Learn more about the committees and volunteer.
MEMBER CONNECT
Help engage new, current, and potential members through the Chapter's Member Connect program that connects active PRSA Detroit members and those new to, considering, or hoping to reengage in membership. Sign up here.
MELISSA MOTSCHALL PROTEGE PROGRAM
Established in 2005 under Melissa's leadership, the Protege mentorship program was created to bridge the gap between young professionals - senior students within the PR program or PRSSA programs at local colleges and universities. Learn more and get involved here.
NEW PROFESSIONALS GROUP
PRSA Detroit created a forum for new professionals to network, receive resources, attend events, and find mentors. Know a new pro or just getting started in the industry yourself? Learn about why this is a worthwhile investment and join our Facebook and LinkedIn groups for more information.
SUPPORT THE FUTURE GENERATIONS FUND
Make an impact in the lives of Southeast Michigan PRSSA students and new professionals by supporting the Future Generations Fund. Funds raised will support membership dues and internship stipends for students and new professionals. Learn more and donate.
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