JAMS Student Organizations
Ad Club
Ad Club promotes a better understanding of the functions and values of advertising through advertising education, professional development, and networkings with advertising professionals. Activities include professional speakers, educational workshops, social activities for networking with peers and professionals, participation in regional and national actives, and meetings.
For information, contact the advisor, Deanna Alba, at dsalba@uwm.edu.
Lambda Pi Eta
Lambda Pi Eta (LPH) is the National Communication Association’s official honor society at four-year colleges and universities. LPH has more than 500 active chapters at four-year colleges and universities nationwide. LPH is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS).
For information, contact the advisor, Leslie Harris, at harrisl@uwm.edu.
Minority Media Association of UWM
MMA is devoted to increasing diversity among students interested in the media. A support group for media students of all backgrounds, the organization provides forums and events with varied perspectives.
For information, contact the advisor, Jessica McBride, at mcbridej@uwm.edu.
Prowl Radio Club
Prowl Radio was established in 2022. It is UWM’s student-run music station. The club’s goal is to provide good music and good vibes. All students and music styles welcome. Join here!
For information, contact the advisor, Rachael Jurek, at jurek@uwm.edu.
Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
PRSSA serves its members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities. It serves the public relations profession by helping to develop highly qualified, well-prepared professionals.
The officer positions are president, vice president of chapter development, vice president of advertising, vice president of public relations, vice president of financial planning and vice president of historical affairs. Committee members help officers perform their duties, but do not have as much of a time commitment. By becoming an officer or committee member, students gain the chance to attend the PRSSA national conference and assembly, as well as monthly PRSA meetings, work and network with professionals, and strengthen their PR and leadership skills.
PRSSA holds bimonthly meetings. Once a month, officers and members meet to discuss the organization, UWM and public relations. It is also a chance to meet other students and get help with JAMS homework. The other monthly meeting is a time when speakers from the community can discuss their companies, customers and the profession with students. Free pizza and soda are provided at all meetings. PRSSA also has a yearly date auction fund-raiser and career conference.
Advantages to a PRSSA membership include access to a national internship/entry-level position database called JobCenter, the opportunity to apply for more than $20,000 in scholarships and awards and the chance to write for national publications like FORUM and Connecting with PRSSA. Many leadership opportunities are offered to members on both local and national levels. By attending events like our national conference, regional activities and national assembly, members can network and meet peers and professionals.
For information, contact the advisor, Rachael Jurek, at jurek@uwm.edu.
Professional Affiliations
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Southeast Wisconsin chapter and national group. The student society aims to foster the following:
- Understanding of current theories and procedures of the profession
- Appreciation of the highest ethical ideals and principles
- Awareness of an appropriate professional attitude
- Appreciation of associate membership in PRSA and eventually accredited membership
Today the Public Relations Student Society of America has more than 8,000 members in 248 chapters on college campuses across the country.
Contact Information
PRSSA
P.O. Box 413, Bolton 567
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Office: Bolton 567
(414) 229-3201
prssa@uwm.edu