The Kent State University (KSU) chapter of the Professional Convention Managemant Association (PCMA) was started in Fall 2007. It is housed in the Hospitality Management program at Kent State University, which is a non-profit educational institution.
Even though the student organization is fairly new, it boasts over 20 members. Members learn about various aspects of the event and meeting planning industry through property tours of hotels, clubs, and convention centers and meetings with industry professionals. Student members have participated in various fundraising activities including silent auctions, catered events, and candy sales. Funds raised helped support 10 students travel to the Annual Convention of PCMA held in Seattle, WA in January 2008. Students are also involved in various service activities in the local community.
PCMA members meet on a weekly basis for 1 hour and participate in making various decisions including property tours, guest speaker visits, recreational activities, marketing and public relations, fundraising activities, creation of Bylaws etc. The meeting is a 1 PM on Tuesday in Spring 2008.
To view the Constitution and Bylaws of the KSU Chapter of PCMA, click here.
To view 2008-09 meeting minutes, click here.
To view 2007-08 meeting minutes, click here.
