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We are the East AL chapter of PRCA, the state's longest operating & largest group of PR practitioners New to the area? Lunch is on us the first time!

We would love to have you join us at a monthly meeting. Contact us ([email protected]) and we will be sure to save you a spot and have a board member greet you at the door! Monthly meetings: Our chapter meets on the last Wednesday of each month, January through November, at the Saugahatchee Country Club at 11:30 am.

10/02/2026

Flying high on PR excellence! 🦅🐾🏆

Congratulations to Troy Johnson, Scott Brown, and Jennifer Kang from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine for earning a 2026 SPRF Award of Excellence!
Their winning work, “25 Years of War Eagle Flights,” commemorates a major milestone in one of the most iconic traditions in college sports and showcases the incredible veterinary care that makes it all possible.

We are so proud to see our East Alabama communicators recognized across the Southern Public Relations Federation for storytelling that captures the spirit of Auburn! Please join us in celebrating Troy, Scott, and Jennifer in the comments below! 👏🧡💙

PRAwards

10/01/2026

War Eagle excellence on full display at the SPRF Conference! 🦅🏆✨

Huge congratulations to the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering and their outstanding Communications and Marketing Team for taking home a massive lineup of regional awards at this year’s Southern Public Relations Federation (SPRF) awards program!

From powerful storytelling and magazine features to top-tier podcasts and video channels, this team continues to set the standard for higher education storytelling.

Here is a look at the winning projects:
🌟 2026 Awards of Excellence

• Auburn Engineer Magazine – Communications & Marketing Team
• Samuel Ginn College of Engineering Dean’s Report – Communications & Marketing Team
• Podcast – Jeremy Henderson & Austin Phillips
• Engineers Light Auburn University Marching Band’s Upcoming Halftime Show – Joe McAdory
• Future Auburn Engineers Club YouTube Channel – Samuel Ginn College of Engineering

🏅 2026 Awards of Merit
• “I lost my sight, but gained vision” – Joe McAdory
• “Head of the Class” – Dustin Duncan
• “Students volunteer to help member of the Auburn Family” – Dustin Duncan
• Sound Mind. Sound Body. – Samuel Ginn College of Engineering
• The Journey BeGINNs – Samuel Ginn College of Engineering

Drop a comment below to help us celebrate the talented writers, strategists, and creators behind Auburn Engineering! 👏
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09/30/2026

Big congratulations are in order for three outstanding leaders in our PRCA East Alabama Chapter! 🏆✨

At this year’s Southern Public Relations Federation (SPRF) Conference, Sara Custer and Allison Duke were named Senior Practitioners, and Christian Baker was recognized as our Young Practitioner!

These prestigious designations honor SPRF members recognized by their peers for exceptional skill, leadership, and high ethical standing in the field:
• Senior Practitioner Designation: Honors veteran public relations professionals who set the standard for leadership, ethical practice, and service in our industry.
• Young Practitioner Designation: Celebrates high-achieving junior PR professionals who demonstrate exceptional promise, dedication, and high ethical standards early in their careers.

We are incredibly proud to have Sara, Allison, and Christian representing East Alabama across the region. Please join us in celebrating their achievement in the comments below! 🎉

09/28/2026

We are excited to welcome award-winning journalist, author, and PR practitioner Katie Lamar Jackson, who will present on “Positioning Yourself to Compete for PRCA/SPRF Honors.” Whether you are preparing entries for upcoming award seasons or looking to elevate the visibility of your professional work, Katie will share valuable insights on crafting award-winning submissions and navigating the recognition process.

Members, check your email to RSVP!

09/25/2026

A few of our PRCA East Alabama chapter members had the chance to attend the Southern Public Relations Federation (SPRF) Conference in Tuscaloosa. From inspiring sessions and professional development workshops to catching up with PR pros from across the region, it was packed with fresh ideas, strategy, and inspiration to bring back to our community. Several members were honored with awards which we will be sharing soon!

09/03/2026

Huge congratulations to PRCA East Alabama’s very own Sara Custer! 👏✨

Sara and Auburn Parks and Rec were recently honored with the Sustaining Outreach Partnership Award at the Auburn University Outreach Engaged Scholarship Symposium.

Dr. Royrickers Cook, Vice President of University Outreach and Associate Provost, presented Sara with the award during the celebration at the Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center.

Thank you, Sara, for your dedicated service and for representing PRCA East Alabama so well in our community. Join us in celebrating her fantastic achievement in the comments below! 🎉🏆

08/21/2026

This month, we are hosting an interactive Tabletop Networking & Discussion activity. It’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow public relations professionals, share insights, and discuss current industry trends in a relaxed setting.
Members, check your email to RSVP!

08/07/2026

🎉 War Eagle, Auburn Class of 2026! 🎉
Graduation weekend is officially here, and PRCA East Alabama is cheering on all our graduating seniors!
To our student members and PR majors: you’ve mastered storytelling, crisis comms, and strategic thinking. Now, we can’t wait to watch you write your own success story. 📖✨
Here’s to your next great chapter!

07/31/2026

A special THANK YOU to Mark Bransby, Senior Application Systems Analyst at Auburn University, for speaking at our July PRCA East Alabama meeting! 👏

Digital accessibility is evolving, and Mark expertly walked us through the DOJ’s recently updated Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and Title II requirements.
From digital publishing and public sector communications to university and business outreach, Mark shared invaluable, practical insights into how these mandates impact our industry. Our chapter left with a clear understanding of exactly what PR pros need to keep in mind to produce compliant, inclusive, and accessible content. 💻✨

Thank you, Mark, for equipping us with the knowledge to make our communications accessible to everyone!

07/23/2026

Mark Bransby, Senior Application Systems Analyst with Auburn University, will join us for our July Meeting. Mark will walk us through the DOJ’s recently updated Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and Title II requirements. He’ll share practical insight into how these mandates impact digital publishing, public sector communications, university/business outreach, and what PR pros need to keep in mind when producing content.

Members, check your email to RSVP!

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