National Broadcasting Society
and
Alpha Epsilon Rho
What is NBS?
- 1,500+ college electronic media students
- The link between the academic and professional worlds of electronic media
- Activities at 85+ college chapters
- Local, regional and national community service opportunities
- A national college electronic media competition with entries possible in 40 categories
- National and regional conventions
- An interconnected web community of electronic media students and leaders
- Workshops on resume writing, networking, interviewing, career development, and personal development
- Grants for academics, leadership, and service
- An opportunity to hear and meet national and major market media leaders
- A chance to network with local, regional, and national electronic media professionals
- National awards for student leaders
- Recognition of the service of electronic media professionals
- 45,000 former members providing a network of communication professionals around the world
The NBS mission is to assist the transition from college student to electronic media professional through:
- advanced media education programs
- promotion of excellence
- opportunities for ethical and responsible leadership
- assistance in career development and job search skills
- exposure to the electronic media industries
- providing opportunities and encouragement to participate in community service activities
Alpha Epsilon Rho's membership is restricted to the "best of the best" within the ranks of the National Broadcasting Society. It recognizes the top 10% of America's future electronic media professionals. AERho members demonstrate superior scholarship, creative participation in electronic media activity, developed leadership skills, and a record of service to the community.
Origins of NBS and AERho
The organization was founded on the campus of Stephens College in Missouri. Originally named Alpha Epsilon Rho (AERho) in honor of the Association of Education in Radio (AER), the organization evolved to include students pursuing interests in television, film, cable, corporate media, and interactive technologies. An astounding 45,000 former members have participated in NBS activities over the past 60+ years. Today, thousands of our alumni provide a nationwide network of media professionals.
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