SHRM Student Chapter
Interested in a Career in Human Resources?
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is a professional organization dedicated to the professional advancement of human resource (HR) management. The University of Memphis Student Chapter of SHRM provides innovative programming for students to learn more about the HR profession and network with local HR professionals via professional chapter meetings, seminars, job shadowing, and internships.
Through regular meetings on campus, SHRM student members learn about the importance of career development in the HR field and, upon graduation, leave the University of Memphis with valuable networking contacts and industry knowledge.

SHRM Outstanding Merit Award
The University of Memphis SHRM Student Chapter recently received the prestigious Outstanding
Merit Award for the 2024-25 academic year. There are only 15 student chapters awarded
this distinction across the US annually. The award represents outstanding performance
in offering excellent learning opportunities for future HR leaders as well as providing
value to the HR profession in community service and career development for future
student leaders.
UofM SHRM Student Chapter
The UofM SHRM Student Chapter is open to all UofM students who are interested in joining the HR profession as future professional HR leaders. There are no membership fees for our local UofM chapter and students can attend meetings before joining as a member of the National SHRM Chapter.
National SHRM Chapter Membership
- Visit the National SHRM website and enter your student email to begin registration and select "Student" as the membership type.
- Select the option to "Join a Local Chapter" and select "Univ. of Memphis" from the options provided.
- Verify your student status by providing the requested details and make the $75/year student membership payment.
- Visit Tiger Zone and request to join "Society for Human Resources Management Memphis Student Chapter".
- Forward the payment receipt to the chapter faculty advisor, Dr. Kathy Tuberville at k.tuberville@memphis.edu so you can be added to the chapter mailing list.
- Digital HR Magazine subscription (student members do not receive the printed magazine with their membership)
- Access to SHRM Online (all resources except access to the Knowledge Center)
- Discounted rate for two years of professional membership upon graduation
- Discounted rate to attend all SHRM Conferences
- Eligibility to apply for SHRM Foundation scholarships
- Discounts at online SHRM Store
2025-2026 SHRM Leadership Board
Sanara Fonseka
Leadership Board | Email
Laila Rogers
Leadership Board | Email
Donea Sykes
Leadership Board | Email
Dr. Kathy Tuberville
Faculty Advisor
Email | Impact Award
Leadership Board Alumni
- Kathryn Todd (MGMT '24) Career Specialist at First Horizon
- Tim Harbin (MGMT '25) HR Coordinator at First Horizon
Spring 2025 Events
January 2025
We kicked off the spring semester by welcoming new and returning members, sharing upcoming opportunities, and building connections to start the year strong.
February 2025
An evening of networking and career conversations! Students connected with many HR professionals in the Memphis area to gain insights and build professional relationships.
March 2025
Students participated in a hands-on session to learn about negotiating job offers, benefits, and workplace conflict – led by two experienced HR professionals and facilitated by Student Chapter Adviser Dr. Kathy Tuberville.
April 2025
Members toured two renowned organizations headquartered in Memphis, First Horizon Bank and FedEx Logistics to see HR in action. From talent acquisition to employee engagement, students got a behind-the-scenes look at real-world operations.
Past Event Photos