Scholarships

As a benefit to our valued members, PRSA Orlando is excited to offer a member scholarship to the 2019 PRSA Sunshine District Conference in Tampa, July 25 – 27, 2019.

About the Conference:

Set sail this summer for Tampa Bay and discover your hidden treasure at the PRSA 2019 Sunshine District Conference. Join hundreds of public relations and communications professionals as well as industry leaders from across the state and throughout the country.

This premier event features professional development programming presented by nationally recognized experts in media relations, social media, crisis communications, measurement, corporate communications, campaigns and more. Unlock untold riches through unique networking opportunities. Experience the best in the business during the 2019 PRSA Sunshine Radiance Awards. Explore downtown Tampa like a native with fun adventures and activities.

About the Scholarship:

In 2019, PRSA Orlando will award one Sunshine District Conference scholarship to cover the cost of registration, hotel accommodations and additional stipend towards mileage, meals, etc. The chapter will register and pay for the registration fee for the selected recipient. If for some reason the recipient is not able to attend the conference, the scholarship will be awarded to someone else.

The application process for 2019 is now closed. Please check back for more information.

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International Conference 

As a benefit to our valued members, PRSA Orlando is excited to offer a member scholarship toward the 2019 International PRSA Conference in San Diego, CA October 20-22, 2019!

About the Conference:

At the PRSA International Conference in San Diego, you’ll be able to choose from a wide range of programs spotlighting the latest in public relations and communications strategies and tactics. At the same time, you’ll enjoy opportunities to enhance your personal and professional network while connecting with some of the world’s most influential companies and organizations. You’ll have the opportunity to meet communication and public relations colleagues along with over 150 industry experts from all career levels, sectors, work environments and industries during three days of practical insight and idea sharing! Click here for more information.

About the Scholarship:

In 2019, PRSA Orlando will award an International Conference scholarship to cover the cost of registration. The Chapter will register and pay for the registration fee for the selected recipient. If for some reason the recipient is not able to attend the conference, the scholarship will be awarded to someone else.

The application process for 2019 is now closed. Please check back for more information.

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PRSA Orlando/Frank R. Stansberry Scholarship

Your contribution to the PRSA Orlando/Frank R. Stansberry Scholarship at UCF will help encourage bright, eager young men and women to major in public relations and become the next generation of practitioners.

Donating is easy and tax deductible. Please see the following two methods to which you may donate.

Online Giving

Visit the UCF Foundation’s College of Sciences Giving Page and designate the “PRSA Orlando/Frank Stansberry Scholarship” under Donation Information.

Giving by Mail

Checks should be written to THE UCF FOUNDATION, INC. with a note in the memo section that reads STANSBERRY SCHOLARSHIP. Please include a note that your gift is for the PRSA Orlando/Stansberry Scholarship. Send your gift to:

Ray Allen
Director of Development
UCF Foundation, Inc.
College of Sciences
PO Box 161997
Orlando, FL 32816-1997
Phone: 407-823-1953
E-mail: ray.allen@ucf.edu

For more information about the scholarship, contact Wendy J. Roundtree, APR at wendyjroundtree@gmail.com.

Applying for the Scholarship:

The application period for the 2019-2020 Fall semester is now closed. Please check back for more information.

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