GWU PMSA

Soliciting for Next Year’s Board

It’s time for the PMSA to collect applications for next year’s board so I thought I’d take a moment to say a few words about serving.

I am graduating in the fall, so I will not be returning.  I’ve held two positions with the PMSA: 2008-09 VP of Marketing and 2009-10 President.  As most of you know, I am a distance student, as are many of my fellow board members.  This year we’ve proven that it is possible to do almost everything from a distance but I’ll admit it isn’t easy.  Virtual management is always tricky but it’s more complicated in a school setting where most of the resources assume you’re on campus.

It is, however, very rewarding.  As the VP of Marketing, I had a chance to create marketing campaigns and explore various social marketing strategies.  As president, I’ve had an opportunity to make strong connections and work with a lot of people I would not have met otherwise.  The experience and connections I gained through serving have really added another dimension to my education here at GW.

If you’re interested in serving on next year’s board, I invite you to fill out our Board Member Application, on our site: http://bit.ly/bqqMbX  You must be a graduate student to serve on the board but you do not have to be in the MSPM program.

I do have two recommendations: first, the president usually speaks at orientation and, because it’s easier to start partnerships face-to-face, it’s a role best suited to someone who can come to campus once a semester.  Second, the role of VP of Events is probably best suited to a campus student because it involves coordinating local activities like finding rooms and venues.

We will accept applications until April 15, an easy to remember deadline.  If you have any questions about the responsibilities, please feel free to send me an email.

The PMSA is in a truly unique position to add value to the students, engage the alumni, and increase the visibility and prestige of the MSPM program.  I encourage you to consider serving on the board and taking the association in new directions.

Craig Baker
President,
GW PMSA

Annual PMSA Conference

Last year, the PMSA held its first project management conference, which was a tremendous success.  This year, we’re doing it again!

Check it out and purchase tickets here.

Check out last year’s conference page here.

We’re still adding and refining so return often for more information.