Eva Irving Student PRSSA International Conference Grant
Forecasted
Eva Irving Student PRSSA International Conference Grant supports underrepresented college students with conference registration to explore communications careers and build professional relationships.
Funder: PRSA Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $335 for conference registration, supporting up to two students
Summary: Supports underrepresented college students in San Diego and Imperial Counties attending the PRSSA International Conference.
Key Information: PRSSA membership is not required; recipients are asked to provide a headshot and share their conference experience publicly.
Description
The PRSA Foundation’s Eva Irving Student PRSSA International Conference Grant supports college students in San Diego and Imperial Counties who are underrepresented in the communications industry. Founded by the PRSA San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter, the grant honors Eva Irving, a public relations professional and the chapter’s first female president. It funds conference registration for students pursuing studies and careers in public relations, marketing, communications, social media, or related fields.
The PRSSA International Conference offers awardees opportunities to explore career paths, meet communications industry leaders, and build professional relationships through sessions and networking. Awardees can interact with one another and attend PRSA International Conference general sessions, connecting them with the wider public relations profession.
