What is SHRM?
The Society for Human Resource Management, a national society, enables members to gain access to an international network of business professionals who help facilitate the job search, access the latest HR news and developments, and enhance employment marketability.
How to Join
If you are taking six credit hours in a degree-seeking program and have interest in the HR field you are eligible to join. The RU chapter of SHRM membership fee is $10. The yearly national membership fee is $35. Please contact Dr. Alan Gorman for more information.
Benefits
•Subscription to HR Magazine, HR News, and Echoes student newsletter
•Access to the online member directory
•Special rate for your first year of professional membership after graduation
•Possible scholarships worth up to $5,000
Activities
The SHRM-RU chapter hosts guest speakers and educational programs such as salary negotiation techniques and compensation workshops, social events with other area SHRM chapters. In addition, SHRM-RU participates in bi-annual company tours, professional SHRM breakfasts and luncheons with the New River Valley SHRM.