PRSSA- West Virginia University Chapter

04/20/2026

Our merch store is LIVE!!! 💙💛

We are so excited to share our PRSSA-sponsored Reed School of Media and Communications merch order store! Call us biased, but these are the items you do not want to miss!🤭

Orders will be accepted until April 16 at midnight. Link in our bio to shop 🔗

Tell your friends!!! 👏

04/10/2026

Join us for a professional visit to Pittsburgh featuring an agency tour at BLD Marketing and a behind-the-scenes marketing experience with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC!
This is a great opportunity to network with industry professionals, learn about career paths, and gain real-world insight into agency and sports marketing environments.

Thursday, April 16th
Approximately 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (exact timing will be confirmed)

Please fill out the form on our bio if you are interested in attending. A confirmation email with an exact itinerary and driving groups will be sent Monday April 14!

04/07/2026

Join PRSSA for an exclusive opportunity to hear from industry professionals at The Bureau Fashion Week, a leading fashion production agency working behind the scenes of New York Fashion Week and other large-scale runway shows.

This panel will feature Mylitta Butler (Chief Operating Officer), Becky Upshaw (Operational Director of BOH/Model Casting Director), and Angelina Schultz (Client Relations & Event Operations Manager). Together, they will share insights into fashion event production, client relations, partnerships, and the fast-paced coordination required to bring major runway shows to life.

This is a valuable opportunity for anyone interested in fashion, marketing, public relations, or event production.

03/25/2026

Your Future Network Starts Now: The Power of Alumni Marketing

Join us tomorrow for a conversation with Kallie Nealis, Assistant Director of Marketing for the WVU Alumni Association. Kallie will share how storytelling, branding, and strategic communication are used to engage alumni and strengthen the WVU community long after graduation!
 
 Wednesday, March 26, 2026 
 5:30 p.m.
 Martin Hall, Room 201

03/09/2026

Inside NFL Communications: A Conversation with Angela Tegnelia

Join PRSSA, AWSM, and AAF for a collaborative meeting featuring Angela Tegnelia, Communications Manager for the Pittsburgh Steelers. With more than ten years of experience in the NFL, Angela will share insights into media relations, storytelling in sports, and the fast-paced world of professional sports communications. She’ll also share more information about an internship opportunity that is currently available with the Steelers! Students interested in public relations, advertising, journalism, or sports media will gain valuable advice on breaking into the industry and building a successful career.

📆Wednesday, March 11

⏰ 5:30 PM

📍 Martin Hall, Room 201

02/24/2026

Storytelling That Scales: A Conversation with Moises Mendoza
Join us as Moises Mendoza, founder of SC Studios, shares how he helps businesses grow through compelling video, branding, and digital strategy.


📆 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 5:30 pm
📍Martin Hall, Room 201

02/16/2026

It’s time to press start on a new semester! Join us THIS WEDNESDAY, where we’ll cover important announcements, upcoming opportunities, and begin brainstorming an exciting campaign that we have in store for you this semester! 🤭 Your voice and creativity will help shape PRSSA’s impact this year. AND, snacks will be provided! See you on Wednesday!

📆Wednesday, February 18, 2026
⏰5:30 p.m.
📍Martin Hall, Room 201

Have you been wanting to join PRSSA but not sure how to get involved? THIS is the meeting for you! DM us with any questions you may have! 🫶

02/16/2026

01/14/2026

Future PR pros, save this💙💛
Practical PR tips every student should know before graduation 🧑‍🎓 👩‍🎓

01/12/2026

Happy FDOC, WVU! 💛💙
WVU PRSSA wishes you all the best as we kick off a new semester and a new year!