College of Fellows

The PRSA College of Fellows, founded in 1989, is the gold standard of the world’s largest association of PR professionals. The significance and distinction of the ‘Fellow PRSA’ designation after one’s name are akin to the Academy Award of public relations. The words ‘career pinnacle’ are often used to explain the gravitas of the College of Fellows. A rigorous peer review process has singled out these professionals to be among the ‘best of the best.’

The College of Fellows is an honorary organization within PRSA comprised of more than 350 senior practitioners and educators, each of whom has left a significant footprint on the public relations profession. Election to the College, which was created in 1989 as part of a PRSA initiative focused on the future of public relations, is considered the pinnacle of a professional’s career. College members are seen throughout PRSA and the profession serving in Chapter, Section and national leadership positions, mentoring students and professionals, teaching, and engaging in professional practice.

Requirements for applying for the College of Fellows:
Current PRSA membership
Minimum of 240 months of public relations and communication experience
Current accreditation in public relations (APR)
Demonstrated superior professional performance in the practice/teaching of public relations
Advanced the profession
Contributed to the profession or the community through service and leadership
Served as a role model in the profession and the community

Apply here.

San Antonio Chapter Fellows

Douglas Farber Cannon, Ph.D., APR+M, Fellow PRSA
Christie L. Goodman, APR, Fellow PRSA
Olga Mayoral-Wilson, APR, Fellow PRSA
Robert (Bob) G. McCullough, MA, APR, Fellow PRSA
Dawn D. Robinette, MA, APR, Fellow PRSA
Carol A. Scott, APR, Fellow PRSA
Robert E. Sheldon, APR, Fellow PRSA
Frances A. Stephenson, APR, Fellow PRSA
Rebecca Minjarez Villarreal, APR, Fellow PRSA
Melissa Vela-Williamson, MA, APR, Fellow PRSA