NACA News Educational Sessions, International Initiatives and YOU!
With the deadline for educational submissions fast approaching (see below), NACA also wants to spread the good word of the Association's international initiatives. With a year of work already invested in globalizing the Association, NACA's International Committee is ready to have a stronger presence on the Regional scene.
How can this happen as it relates to educational sessions? It's easy, innovative and fun! Are you racking your brain for a different topic you can present at your regional conference? Do you want to present something you've done on the international scene that's unique and unlike other sessions? Do you have, or do you know someone who's had, students who've studied or worked overseas? If so, consider presenting about your international experiences to educate and inspire students to study, work or live abroad. Consider inviting someone from your study abroad or international affairs office to present with you, possibly with a student leader who has studied abroad. Or, do you and your programming board offer amazing programs with an international focus geared towards international, domestic and/or immigrant students encouraging global citizenship of your campus population?
Then, submit sessions based on your experiences to share with your region--all in the spirit of making the world smaller! The International Committee is ready to help bring a worldly vibe to your region in collaboration with the experiences and knowledge of your staff and student delegates. It is ready to hear from you. Email International School Program Chair Dani Chang, International Programs Chair Shelby Harris or International Associate Program Coordinator Shelly Weiss for more information.
Submit Educational Session Ideas for Upcoming NACA Events
Educational session submissions for the 2011 fall regional conferences, 2012 National Convention, 2012 Mid Atlantic Festival and 2012 Northern Plains Regional Conference are now being accepted. The deadline for submissions is June 1, 2011, for the fall regional conferences and National Convention and Nov. 4, 2011, for NACA® Northern Plains and the Mid Atlantic Festival.
Interested in Volunteering with NACA?
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2012 NACA Regional Conference Program Committees, the 2013 NACA National Convention Program Committee and the 2012 NACA Institutes. There are many different opportunities for students, grad students and professional staff members. A full listing of positions, along with job descriptions, is available on the NACA website. If you have questions, contact Toire Vince in the NACA Office.
2012 Multi-Institutional Study of Leadership
Registration is open for the 2012 Multi-Institutional Study of Leadership (MSL). The MSL is a national research program examining how the college environment contributes to student leadership development. Participating campuses receive comprehensive reports outlining outcomes achievement across several leadership-related constructs, rates of participation in key experiences (clubs and organizations, community service, leadership programs) and how they influence learning, and comparisons across outcomes with peer institutions and national data. Participation in MSL is a great way to document student learning, assess student needs, and justify resources. Contact Dr. John Dugan at Loyola University Chicago if you have questions. More information is available at: www.leadershipstudy.net.
May Webinar
On Friday, May 20, 2011, from 11 am-12 pm EST, NACA will present, free to its members: NACA's webinars are designed to help you get more out of your campus activities involvement and/or NACA membership. Follow the link included above for more information on dates and times, presenters, fees and registration forms.
Regional Conference Showcase Selection Committees For those volunteering in any of the regions listed below, there is still time to apply for a spot on your 2011 Showcase Selection Committee. The Showcase Selection process involves reviewing audio/visual and printed materials submitted by NACA associate members and selecting showcases following discussion and deliberation. A broad view of campus activities and a strong ability to work through the decision-making process as a group member is essential. Apply today! 2011 Institutes Dates, Locations Announced NACA offers leadership development, concert management, campus programming and many other Institutes during the summer months. These Institutes provide education professionals with training and resources to effectively accomplish their on-campus goals. Institute dates and locations for 2011 have been announced.
- Huge Leadership Weekend: June 2-5, Newcombe Tennis Ranch, San Antonio, TX
- Programming Basics: June 9-12, Villanova University (PA)
- Student Organizations: June 16-18, University of Louisville (KY)
- Concert Management: July 7-10, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- Student Government West: July 7-10, University of Denver (CO)
- National Leadership Symposium: July 7-10, University of Richmond (VA)
- Student Government East: July 14-17, George Washington University (DC)
For more information, visit the NACA® website. Call for Volunteers Many opportunities exist for NACA members to become involved in the volunteer leadership of the Association on the regional level. Explore them and apply today! Upcoming NACA® Foundation Scholarship Deadlines The NACA® Foundation offers numerous scholarships that are available to graduate students, undergraduate student leaders and associate members on an annual basis. Scholarship nominations are solicited each year. A complete listing of scholarships and criteria can be found here. For additional information, contact Paige Jeffcoat in the NACA Office.
NACA® East Coast Graduate Student Scholarship (Deadline: May 30) NACA® Foundation Graduate Scholarships (Deadline: May 30) NACA® East Coast Higher Education Research Education Scholarship (Deadline: June 15) Lori Rhett Memorial Scholarship (Deadline: June 30) Markley Scholarship (Deadline: Sept. 1) CAMPUS NEWS: Waltrip Takes New Position Beth Waltrip is moving to the University of Akron. Her new position and contact information are: Assistant Director, Student Union Operations Department of Student Life The University of Akron Akron, OH 44325-4601 Phone: 330-972-7935 Share Your News! Share the good news about what's going on with you in the Campus News section of the NACA website. The page is designed for students and staff to inform others about what's happening in their lives. It's a quick and easy way to announce: - New job or promotion
- Marriage or civil union
- Birth or adoption of a child
- Graduation
- Awards and recognition
- Thanks to other members
- And more!
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