January 2025 
PRSA Connections
As we work our way into 2025, we're excited to introduce the theme of the year for our Cincinnati PRSA chapter. In 2025, we're all about PRSA Connections - connections that will link us together as individuals, drive our careers forward, bolster our industry and impact our community. Join us this year by connecting with @CincinnatiPRSA on social media and tuning into our monthly newsletter for updates on how you can get involved.
Tap the link below to read more about PRSA Connections from this year's chapter president, Elizabeth Desrosiers.
Join us!
What does working in PR in 2025 mean? As our industry has evolved, join us for a panel discussion focused on how working in public relations has changed, how our roles are varied and what trends and topics will define our work over the next year.
Thursday, February 6 - 9 a.m.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
720 E Pete Rose Way
2025 Cincinnati PRSA Diversity Scholarship
Cincinnati PRSA is proud to announce our 2025 Diversity Scholarship to local college students in our industry! Through the power of academics, Cincinnati PRSA is providing the recognition and funding to help you excel in your future career in PR and communication.
The 2025 Diversity Scholarship recipient must:
- Be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at a Greater Cincinnati- or Dayton-area college or university
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Be involved in their campus PRSSA chapter OR is a member of the PRSSA Affiliate Program
- Major in public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field
Submissions are now open. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2025. Tap the link below to read more about the scholarship, including qualification and submission details.
Share Your Feedback
As we look ahead and make plans for 2025 and beyond, the input of our members is of the utmost importance. Please take a moment to complete the brief survey linked below to help our team best serve you and provide value to our chapter in the future.
Ethics Moment
By Holly S. Ingram, APR – Cincinnati Chapter Ethics Director
No Ethics Police Squad Here, Just Do What’s Right (with a little PRSA guidance!)
Happy New Year Cincy PR and Comms Pros! I just submitted my PRSA membership renewal for 2025 and look forward to serving again as your Cincinnati Chapter Ethics Director. 
Though I’ve been a member for a long time, checking the annual box renewing my pledge to adhere to the PRSA Code of Ethics always makes me pause and recall the awesome privilege and responsibilities I have -- with my organization and leadership, the Chapter and myself -- to practice ethically.
The Code is designed to be a useful guide to navigate potential pitfalls and decision-making as you carry out your responsibilities to your clients or employer. To start the year fresh, I hope you’ll give the Code of Ethics and its provisions a quick read (again!). I plan to share PRSA ethics guidance tools, updates and opportunities all year to support you in the challenges you may face.
For my first practical pointer of the year, if you plan to hire interns in 2025, read this! It’s a PRSA advisory on the Ethical Use of Interns (PRSA.org member login may be required).
While PRSA’s emphasis on enforcement of the Code has been eliminated, ethical practice and self-regulation is the most important obligation of a PRSA member. What remains in the membership agreement, however, is that the PRSA Board of Directors retains the right to bar membership or expel from the Society any individual who has been or is sanctioned by a government agency or convicted in a court of law of an action that fails to comply with the Code.
On a lighter note, I encourage each of you to set an example for each other and within your work or client organization to simply do what’s right. All PR tides will rise when you pursue the highest standards of performance, professionalism and ethical conduct!
Have a great year, everyone. #EthicsMatter
Celebrating Our Members
After teaching Public Relations for 19 years at the University of Cincinnati, Suzanne Boys, APR, has become the inaugural Director of Communications for UC's College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies. In this role, she will support internal communication and integrated marketing communication for the college. The college supports co-op programs across the university and professional learners throughout the region.
Did you land a new job? Were you recognized for your outstanding work? Did your pitch land a great media placement? Please write to [email protected]
Job Listings
Are you trying to fill a role in your organization? Are you seeking a new position? Check out the Cincinnati PRSA Job Board! Positions are posted for three months. Check out open positions or fill out the form to post your open role today.
