PRSSA Expands Global Reach in the United States and Mexico

William Paterson University and Universidad de las Américas Puebla Join Growing Roster of PRSSA Chapters

NEW YORK, December 3, 2024 - PRSSA, the foremost organization for students interested in the public relations and communications fields, announced today it has added Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP) - located in Cholula, Mexico - and William Paterson University (WP) to its network of Chapters worldwide. PRSSA has a presence at universities and colleges across the United States and in Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico. This is the first PRSSA Chapter established in Mexico.

"This marks a significant expansion for PRSA, and we look forward to welcoming all of the new international PRSSA students," said Joseph Abreu, APR, CPRC, 2024 PRSA Chair. "Membership in PRSSA has shown to be a transformative experience for up-and-coming communications professionals. Exposure to PRSA's valuable resources and network of professional mentors allows students to connect, learn and grow."

Support for the Chapter at UDLAP will be provided by PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties. PRSA member Dr. Judith Cruz-Sandoval will serve as faculty adviser and Dr. Mauricio Graciano will serve as professional adviser.

When discussing the significance of establishing a PRSSA Chapter at UDLAP, Cruz-Sandoval shared, "This achievement underscores UDLAP's commitment to providing our students with a world-class education and preparing them for success in the dynamic field of communication and public relations. We are excited to embark on this new chapter with PRSA and PRSSA and look forward to the countless opportunities it will bring to our students and the broader communication community."

With over 13 courses allied to the public relations sequence, students can pursue degrees in communication and media production and communication and public relations.

WP marks the 11th PRSSA Chapter established in New Jersey. They will be supported by PRSA New Jersey. Professor Lorra Brown, MA and Jungyun Won will serve as faculty advisers and Logan J. Williams and Christina Forrest will serve as professional advisers. Students at WP have the opportunity to take multiple courses allied to the public relations sequence including a blend of foundational and specialized subjects crucial for a comprehensive understanding of PR.

"We are thrilled to achieve PRSSA Chapter status! This affiliation grants our faculty and diverse student population access to PRSA's extensive professional development and educational resources," said Brown. "With this milestone, students in our BA in public relations and MA in integrated marketing communication programs will gain opportunities to build industry connections, expand their networks, and enhance their professional outcomes. This partnership elevates our academic offerings and further empowers our students to achieve even greater career success."

About PRSSA

The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is the foremost organization for students interested in public relations and communications. Since 1967, PRSSA has served hundreds of thousands of student members, offering educational programs, resources, scholarships, and mentorship opportunities that prepare students for a successful career in communications. For nearly 50 years, the organization has hosted the Bateman Case Study Competition, which challenges student teams to implement a public relations campaign for an actual client. PRSSA is active on college and university campuses across the U.S., as well as Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico. For more information, visit www.prssa.org.

About Universidad de las Américas Puebla

One of the most prestigious higher education institutions in Mexico - Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP) - is located in Cholula, the oldest city in Latin America, whose magic is the result of a combination of art, culture, history, traditions, and modernity.
UDLAP is only a two-hour drive from Mexico City, one of the most cosmopolitan and populated cities in the world, and 20 minutes from Puebla, a UNESCO world heritage city. Given its excellent geographic location, close to beaches, forests, and archeological centers, there are cultural, artistic, and recreational activities that enhance a student's university experience.
UDLAP's history begins with the Mexico City College, which was founded in 1940, laying the foundations for an international university. Now, with over 80 years of experience, it has become an excellent academic institution with over 70 bachelor's and graduate study programs in diverse areas. It offers a multicultural experience to its students, including the 40 nationalities represented on campus due to its exchange agreements with 41 countries.

For more information, visit www.udlap.mx/web/

About William Paterson University

At William Paterson University, our greatest strength is helping you find yours. Here students find a supportive and challenging environment that encourages them to push themselves, gain confidence, and come away with the knowledge that remarkable things are within their reach.
A leading public University with nearly 10,000 students, William Paterson offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs through its four academic colleges: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Cotsakos College of Business; Education; and Science and Health.
Its 407-acre wooded campus is located in suburban Wayne, New Jersey, just 20 miles from New York City, adjacent to 1,200 acres of wetlands and woodlands, and only three miles from the historic Paterson Great Falls.
The University offers a vast array of learning opportunities in its classrooms, laboratories, and studios, and throughout the campus, as well as at various off-campus locations. William Paterson's faculty members provide a valuable blend of accomplished scholarship and practical, applied experience. Among the University's faculty are numerous Fulbright scholars and recipients of numerous other awards, grants, and fellowships. Students benefit from individualized attention from faculty mentors, small class sizes, and numerous research, internship, and clinical experiences.

For more information, visit www.wpunj.edu/

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