News: Students

April 24-28 is Student Connections Week: Here are 4 ways to get involved
March 31, 2023
Students are an important part of the PRSA Richmond chapter. Your ideas, feedback and enthusiasm for public relations is shaping our chapter – and industry.
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Introducing the Jonah Holland Memorial Scholarship 
March 30, 2023
The Jonah Holland Memorial Scholarship is a nod to the importance of leading with empathy, respect and curiosity in the communications industry.
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River Weekend Raffle to Support the Richmond PR Foundation
April 26, 2022
For every $20 a person gives until Tuesday, May 3, they will be entered into a raffle for a weekend getaway.
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PR Student Scholarship Application Deadline is May 6
March 25, 2022
The Foundation is currently accepting applications for its four $1,500 scholarships for juniors or seniors at select Central Virginia colleges and universities.
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Sample Questions for Engaging Informational Interviews
January 21, 2022
Informational interviews are a key tool for helping students navigate the public relations industry.
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Advice to college students: You’re amazing
January 01, 2022
PRSA Richmond is filled with an incredible amount of wisdom and talent. As college and university students prepare for another semester of classes, the Richmond PR Foundation – the charitable arm of the chapter – asked a few public relations professionals for advice they would give their younger selves.
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Meet the 2021 Richmond PR Foundation Scholarship Recipients
November 19, 2021
Four students were awarded $1,500 scholarships.
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Introducing the Jeff Wilson, APR Scholarship of Excellence
September 16, 2021
The Richmond Public Relations Foundation is excited to introduce a new $1,500 annual scholarship for students of color.
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Remind PR Students They’re Unstoppable on Giving Tuesday
November 25, 2020
The pandemic has created numerous challenges for aspiring communications talent. There are less job prospects, and organizations are reducing internship opportunities. But you can help. Now, more than ever, we must step up to support the next generation of PR professionals.
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Meet Our 2020 Richmond PR Foundation Scholarship Winners
November 13, 2020
Since 2003, the Richmond Public Relations Foundation has given scholarships to deserving juniors and seniors studying public relations in Central Virginia. These young and talented practitioners are the future of our industry.
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Give to the Foundation for a Chance to Win a Two-Night Northern Neck Retreat
October 30, 2020
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October President’s Message
September 30, 2020
To the PRSSA students in our fold, just know we’ve all walked in your shoes.
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