STUDENT CHAPTERS

Student chapters are a great way to network with fellow students. You'll gain valuable experience organizing events and community service projects with your chapter. Additionally, you can participate in local PCMA Chapter events and build relationships with hospitality and meeting professionals in your area.

Your college or university may already have a student chapter. 

STUDENT CHAPTER START-UP:

In order to qualify as a student chapter, you must complete the following:

• At least 10 registered student members of PCMA.
• A volunteer faculty advisor (does not need to be a member of PCMA)
• Recognition from College/University as an official group
• Review and accept the PCMA Bylaws
• Hold annual elections for your chapter's Board

Once the above requirements have been met, complete the Annual Application for Student Chapters and submit to PCMA. Applications should be submitted once per year, typically at the beginning of the Fall semester. Confirmation of acceptance will be sent within two weeks of receipt of application.

Completed applications can be sent to:

Once you have been confirmed as an official PCMA Student Chapter, connect with your local chapter and get involved! Visit pcma.org to view the most up to date schedule of education, networking and volunteer activities in your area. Review the Student Chapter Manual for helpful tools and hints on how to manage your chapter.

Need help recruiting members? Contact students@pcma.org to request brochures.