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Celebrating The APR

Editor’s Note: 2014 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) and April sets the stage for APR Month. In recognition of those who have earned an APR designation since its inception in 1964, PRSA will be featuring articles written by Accredited professionals. Track the series and join the discussion by using the hashtag #APR50. To learn more about the APR, please visit the Universal Accreditation Board.

What better time to celebrate the APR than April… it’s even in the name!

A 50th anniversary is something to be elaborately celebrated. This golden event represents longevity, dedication and perseverance. 2014 marks the 50th anniversary of the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) credential and PRSA is celebrating the milestone all year with a special tribute throughout the month of April.

APR 50th Anniversary Logo OutlinesFifty-years after its inception, the APR continues to be well recognized as the professional gold standard and mark of distinction among communication industry practitioners. Working together, the Universal Accreditation Board, the APR Marketing Committee and the PRSA staff have provided members and leaders alike with a slate of opportunities to not only celebrate the anniversary but also encourage colleagues to pursue Accreditation themselves.

As many professionals who have earned their APR have said, the path to Accreditation is not only a journey worth taking; it’s also a period of reflection and growth that changes the person for the better.

The PRSA has doubled down on its APR celebration this year, not only highlighting the 50th anniversary of the APR throughout the entire year, but also emphasizing April as APR month. Activities which many may have noticed, and some of which will continue throughout the year, have included:

  • Video and written testimonials of APRs in Issues and Trends, on the PRSA and chapter web sites,
  • Frequent posts on social media sites including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Pinterest,
  • Active dialogue on the LinkedIn APR Discussion Group,

Beyond April, PRSA will continue its celebration of the APR with:

  • APR branded pop-up trade show booth displayed at district and conferences
  • APR booth at the PRSA International Conference on October 11–15 in Washington, D.C.
  • White paper and historical timeline for APRs and others to utilize in publications and discussions
  • Special APR event at the PRSA International Conference on October 11–15 in Washington, D.C.

The APR is a distinction of both the greater goals of the profession and the professional. We hope that you have enjoyed the celebration and programs throughout April and have had the opportunity to join in on some of the events held so far this month. We also look forward to continuing the 50th Anniversary celebration with you throughout the remainder of the year.

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