PRSSA Chapters
The PRSA Thoroughbred Chapter is proud to support the Public Relations Student Society of America chapters in Lexington and Central/Eastern Kentucky — PRSSA Eastern Kentucky University and PRSSA University of Kentucky.
PRSSA is the foremost organization for students interested in public relations and communications. PRSA National founded its student arm in 1967 to foster a relationship between students and professional public relations practitioners. Chapters are located on university and college campuses across the United States.
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Since its founding, 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.
PRSSA Eastern Kentucky University
Congratulations to graduating seniors from PRSSA Eastern Kentucky University
Amya Kendrick
PRSSA Eastern Kentucky University
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Amya Kendrick graduated in May 2026 with a bachelor's degree in Public Relations from Eastern Kentucky University.
Amya is a first generation, award-winning graduate from Paducah, Kentucky. Since 2024, she served as PRSSA EKU's chapter president, leading them to recognition with the PRSSA Pacesetter Award. Amya has been recognized and awarded for her service to public relations in and out of the classroom. Amya will continue pursuing public relations full time post grad.
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“Becoming a PRSSA member made me who I am today,” Amya said. "Without PRSSA I was just another student. As soon as I joined, I evolved into a leader, professional communicator and an exceptional student. I attended conferences that introduced me to my mentors who I always look up to. Some of them have even led me to internships and other opportunities. I always say the $55 dollar fee changed my life."
Congratulations, Amya!
Graci McCoy
PRSSA Eastern Kentucky University
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Graci McCoy graduated in May with a bachelor's degree in Public Relations from Eastern Kentucky University.
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Along with PRSSA, Graci was involved in the Campus Activities Board and SGA on campus. Her favorite part of PR is planning events and creating campaigns.
“I loved being able to network with everybody at EKU and getting to experience tours and speakers that I wouldn’t have met otherwise,” she said about participating in PRSSA.
Congratulations, Graci!
PRSSA University of Kentucky
PRSSA News
UK comms student Garrett Todd is 2026 ISCA president
Garrett Todd, an Integrated Strategic Communication junior at the University of Kentucky, has been selected to serve as the 2026 president of the Integrated Strategic Communication Association. ISCA is a student organization within the Department of Integrated Strategic Communication that is affiliated with PRSSA and the American Advertising Federation.
Andrea Gils Monzón is new member of PRSSA Hall of Fame
Andrea Gils Monzón of the Lexington-based Shiftmakers Agency has been inducted into the PRSSA Hall of Fame. The honor recognizes her distinguished career and long-standing commitment to student development and the PR profession.
Benefits of PRSSA
There are many benefits to membership in PRSSA. You can:
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Enhance your education
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Broaden your network
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Launch your career
How to Join PRSSA
Find out how to become a PRSSA member here.
Learn about the Thoroughbred Chapter's involvement with PRSSA at info@kyprsa.org.
