Welcome to the Golden Opportunities 2009 Blog

Welcome everyone, this is the official blog for GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES: Media Relations & the PR Profession, an exciting event to be held in Sacramento, CA at the Citizens Hotel on April 25th, 2009.

This exciting Regional Activity is being planned by the students in Professor Howard's ComS 158: Public Relations Planning and Management class. These students, as well as those in Coms 199: Special problems, are working together to make this activity a success.

We would like to take the time to introduce you to our upcoming Regional Activity, but first, what is a Regional Activity?

Regional Activities are planned, staffed and hosted by local PRSSA chapters, these activities contain a great variety of events that allows attendees to improve their networks, skills and abilities. Whether planning or attending a regional activity, one can be sure he/she are tapping a valuable resource.

So what is happening in 2009? This year, the Sacramento State PRSSA Chapter is planning the GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES: Media Relations & the PR Profession regional activity. This event will highlight the opportunities found within and around our great state of California. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in professional and chapter development workshops, regional career fairs, chapter leadership round tables and PRSA/PRSSA socials.

We look forward to providing readers with more information in the coming days and weeks building up to the event. Stayed tuned!