SJMC Monday Memo – March 31, 2025
Monday, March 31st, 2025
DSM Intern Connection 2025 Launches June 3Â
Start your internship on the right foot at the  on Tuesday, June 3 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM (CDT). This high-energy, interactive session is designed to help students build authentic relationships, boost their confidence, and sharpen their networking skills—all with a neuroscience-backed approach. Hear from business leaders, get a preview of this summer’s DSM Intern Connection series, and connect with fellow interns across Greater Des Moines (DSM).Â
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your network and make meaningful connections that will last well beyond summer.
Order SJMC Relays apparelÂ

The is open through Sunday, April 6. Order a t-shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie and help support the SJMC.Â
PRSA Iowa Scholarships – Deadline is April 18Â
Annually, the PRSA Iowa Chapter offers three scholarships to help students and professionals in the pursuit of public relations education.
- $1,500 scholarship for a current PRSSA member for use toward an undergraduate degree in public relations or communications.Â
- $1,000 scholarship for a public relations or communications student that is part of an under-represented race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, culture, age, gender, gender identity in the public relations profession. Â
- $1,000 scholarship for PRSA member pursuing an advanced degree or other professional development program.Â
Applications for all scholarships open on Feb. 1, 2025, and are due by April 18, 2025. The chapter reserves the right to not award a scholarship in each category if there aren’t enough eligible candidates. Email Christina Gayman, APR with questions.