Chapter Awards

The "Mark of Distinction" Recognition Program for NSPRA Chapters

The Mark of Distinction Program offers multiple recognition opportunities for NSPRA chapters of all sizes. There are two entry sections: membership building and special focus areas. Each eligible chapter can enter for one or all of the special focus areas as well as for membership building.

Through the program, chapters have an opportunity to receive numerous recognition incentives, from discounts on Seminar registrations to PR Power Hours, professional memberships and other offerings. Recognized chapters also can use a “mark of distinction” logo on their chapters' websites, newsletters and stationery.

Entries are due each year by May 15. View the Mark of Distinction entry guidelines with entry form (PDF), or download just the entry form (PDF).

2018 Mark of Distinction Chapter Recognition Awards Exemplary Chapters

Membership Building

• Washington (WSPRA)​ (PDF)

Special Focus Area

Professional Development/PR Skill-Building

• Iowa (ISPRA) — Membership Building & Program Expansion (PDF)
• Michigan (MSPRA) — Year-round Program (PDF)
• Missouri (MOSPRA) — Strategic Planning Workshops for the One-Person Communications Office (PDF)
• New York (NYSPRA) — Year-round Program (PDF)
• Ohio (OHSPRA) — Year-round Program (PDF)
• Washington (WSPRA) — Conference Speakers (PDF)

Coalition-Building/Collaborative Communication Effort

• Michigan (MSPRA) — Communication Resources on Student Walkouts (PDF)

View past Mark of Distinction award winners.