Congrats Isobel Tyler – 2024 CPRS Nova Scotia Student Award Recipient!
The Canadian Public Relations Society Nova Scotia (CPRS-NS) is pleased to announce Isobel Tyler as the recipient of the 2024 CPRS Nova Scotia Student Award, sponsored by Iris Communications. The award was presented on May 28 at the CPRS-NS Annual General Meeting.
Isobel, who will graduate in June from the Public Relations graduate certificate program at Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC), received the award for exceptional dedication, leadership, and professionalism in her academic and extracurricular work. She represented her classmates professionally throughout the academic year, bridging the gap between students and professionals in the field.
“It’s such a pleasure to present this award to Isobel and recognize her commitment to professional growth, academic success, and giving back,” said JoAnn Alberstat, CPRS-NS President. “The judging panel found her submission showed a strong depth of knowledge and perspective and reflected how Isobel has benefited from her unique experiences. I know she has a bright future ahead.”
Isobel has shown her enthusiasm for public relations through continuous learning and active participation in professional development opportunities, supporting CPRS-NS and other industry events and further developing her skills to prepare for a successful career.
Reflecting on her professional journey so far, Isobel said, “Public Relations isn’t just about communicating messages, it’s about connections, making change, and developing understanding and relationships. Effective communication is essential in our quickly evolving world.”
Isobel’s academic achievements are complemented by her volunteer work, particularly with Special Olympics Nova Scotia, where she has applied her skills to support the organization. Her passion for communications and her commitment to her community underscore why she was selected for this award.
The CPRS-NS Student award includes a cash prize and mentorship from the sponsoring organization.
“I’m looking forward to the mentorship from Iris Communications and gaining more skills and getting feedback as I enter the public relations field,” Isobel said. “I’m thrilled to have this opportunity to learn from such inspiring professionals and I am grateful to CPRS and the Iris team.”
“We look forward to mentoring Isobel and supporting her growth,” said Sean Lewis, Partner, Iris Communications. “At Iris, we believe in nurturing future generations of professionals and know that supporting industry initiatives like the CPRS-NS Student Award are critical to the evolution and ongoing value of our industry.”
Students enrolled in the first year of a four-year public relations program at Mount Saint Vincent University or the public relations graduate certificate program at NSCC were invited to apply for the CPRS-NS 2024 Student Award earlier this spring.
About Iris Communications
Iris Communications helps clients navigate complex environments by providing integrated communications and engagement solutions. Iris prides itself on delivering results for our clients. We develop and implement creative solutions to help them solve their biggest challenges. We provide a s of integrated strategic communications and public affairs counsel and services including: Strategic Communications, Government Relations & Public Affairs, Community & Stakeholder Engagement, Media Relations & Training, Insights, Analysis & Reporting. For more information, visit: www.iriscomms.ca
About CPRS Nova Scotia
CPRS Nova Scotia is a member society of the Canadian Public Relations Society, a non-profit professional society for the public relations profession in Canada. CPRS NS has served public relations practitioners in the province since 1957 and is one of 13 member societies across Canada. For more information about CPRS Nova Scotia, including our activities and events, visit: www.cprsns.com
CPRS Nova Scotia Student Award 2024 (sponsored by Iris Communications)
Thank you for your interest in applying for a CPRS Nova Scotia Student Award (sponsored by Iris Communications), available to first year BPR students and post-graduate/advanced PR certificate students in Nova Scotia.
Applications for the 2024 CPRS Nova Scotia Student Award are now closed. The recipient will be announced at the Annual General Meeting on May 28, 2024.
To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled in your first year of a four-year public relations program at Mount Saint Vincent University or the advanced PR certificate program at the Nova Scotia Community College. Both programs are in the Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. All applications are reviewed by a judging panel of CPRS-NS members.
The 2024 student award includes $500 cash and 4 hours of mentorship (one hour of mentorship each quarter) from the sponsoring agency, Iris Communications.
Application Requirements
You will need to submit a completed application form with the following included:
1) A Completed application form in PDF format
2) A PDF transcript of marks (unofficial) from the first term of your current year of PR or communications study.
3) One reference letter in PDF format from a community or organizational leader in Nova Scotia, which demonstrates your community involvement in volunteer, paid/employment, or extracurricular activities, with a preference for activities relevant to the field(s) of PR/communication.
4) A two-page essay (can be in first person) in PDF format on why you deserve this award. Please include a short biography and consider topics such as:
• The role of professional associations in starting and/or advancing your career
• How you would benefit from mentorship
• Why you have chosen PR/communications as a career or area of study
• Why you are uniquely deserving of this award
• The essay must be formatted in Arial 11-point font with 1” (normal) margins in CP Style.)
5) One example of your original work (for academic or work purposes) from your portfolio in PDF format.
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All information must be submitted in one email no later than 11:59 p.m. on April 9, 2024.
Please send to cprsnovascotia@gmail.com and use the subject line “CPRS-NS Student Award Application.”
While all applicants will receive confirmation of receipt of their application, only those with fully completed application packages submitted by the deadline will be considered. Feedback will not be offered to candidates who were not selected to receive the award.
The winning applicant will have the opportunity to be profiled on the CPRS-NS website, CPRS-NS social media channels and a locally distributed press release.
The successful applicant will be notified of the results by phone or email. The student award will be presented during the CPRS-NS Annual General Meeting in May.
About Iris Communications
Iris Communications helps clients navigate complex environments by providing integrated communications and engagement solutions. Iris prides itself on delivering results for our clients. We develop and implement creative solutions to help them solve their biggest challenges. We provide a full-range of integrated strategic communications and public affairs counsel and services including: Strategic Communications, Government Relations & Public Affairs, Community & Stakeholder Engagement, Media Relations & Training, Insights, Analysis & Reporting.
About CPRS Nova Scotia
CPRS Nova Scotia is a member society of the Canadian Public Relations Society, a non-profit professional society for the public relations profession in Canada. CPRS NS has served public relations practitioners in the province since 1957 and is one of 13 member societies across Canada. For more information about CPRS Nova Scotia, including our activities and events, visit: www.cprsns.com