February 8-9, 2010 :: Scottsdale, AZ
Join us in Scottsdale, AZ to answer these questions and marshal your people, data, and results to design an outcomes-based program appropriate for your institution. You will learn:
- Models of effective assessment coordination that include infrastructure, roles/responsibilities, and implementation
- Essentials to consider when applying assessment across student affairs units
- How to implement your new program upon your return to campus
March 1-3, 2010 :: Tampa, FL
This hands-on institute will provide you with an integrated and practical approach to library planning and design.
Participants will:
- Analyze the latest in library design and learning space theory
- Investigate the fundamentals of library master planning
- Explore a variety of student services found in libraries
- Uncover processes for working with project stakeholders and promoting campus involvement
March 15-17, 2010 :: San Diego, CA
With the growth of online education, it is critical for institutions to find a way to develop their faculty to effectively make the transition to online teaching. However, providing faculty with the structure they need to succeed requires a shift in the role of technology, an understanding of the new online and blended teaching environment, and effective administrative support.
Join us to explore the best approaches for engaging and supporting faculty interested in the online and blended teaching experience. This interactive workshop will address the areas of professional development essential to the preparation of instructors for online teaching and learning success. Each participant will return to campus with a relevant framework that covers their key concerns and action steps.
March 15-17, 2010 :: Baltimore, MD
International students play an important part in institutional recruiting strategies because of their contributions to mission, campus diversity, and net tuition revenue. However, as the global community shifts and as certain regional economies shrink and grow, enrollment managers are challenged to find ways to keep their recruitment efforts fruitful, cost effective, and mission-focused.
Join us to explore the core components of a comprehensive international student recruitment strategy including best practices for outreach, communications, onsite travel, use of agents, and assessment techniques. You will also hear about current geo-political and economic trends that affect international recruiting in different sectors.
March 17-19, 2010 :: Baltimore, MD
Join Academic Impressions to begin to create a system of intervention strategies for students that increase their success. Participants will examine various types of support institutions can provide at various stages of the student lifecycle. At each stage, student success strategies and practices will be examined through unique frameworks:
- The role of the student
- The role played by the institution in supporting the student
- The role of partnering with the the wider community
At the end of the event, participants will be able to craft a specific plan of action to take back to their institutions and begin to implement immediately.
March 18-19, 2010 :: San Diego, CA
Situating the seminar in the cultural phenomenon he calls the "American Philanthropic Revolution," Jim Langley, vice president of advancement at Georgetown University, explores all phases and aspects of the development process, including:
- Identification
- Prospecting
- Discovery
- Creative engagement
- Project assignment
- Solicitation
- Stewardship
March 29-31, 2010 :: Chicago, IL
Over the course of three days, teams will work together to coordinate and test their readiness to respond to a crisis.
Day 1
- Laying the groundwork: This is a chance for all of your team participants to come up-to-speed on the basics of emergency response from a planning, safety, communications, and student-focused perspective.
Day 2
- Interactive simulation: The professionally-developed simulation will allow your team members to test different aspects of their response strategies. This all-day simulation, led by expert faculty, will guide your team through several intense decision-making points that will require a cross-campus coordination and perspective.
Day 3
- Debrief: The in-depth debrief will focus on ways to improve your crisis response, once your team returns to campus, including re-examining your emergency response and communication plans.
May 17-19, 2010 :: Baltimore, MD
Many institutions are aware of the importance of retention programming but struggle with how to develop a comprehensive plan that ties student data to enrollment goals, academic mission, and support services. Recent pressures to increase accountability combined with the difficult economic climate have refocused the spotlight on student retention. Without a comprehensive plan for improvement, institutions may not reap the improved outcomes they seek.
Join us to learn how to develop a comprehensive, data-driven approach to retention programming that involves all campus stakeholders.
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What People Are Saying About Our Conferences
Online Course Design
"WOW this conference delivered beyond my expectations! Not only did the conference actually include what was promised, the resources that I left with – especially those that were housed online – were excellent and immediately transferrable to my needs!"
-Karen J. Barr, Ph.D., Professor, Nicolet Area Technical College
Engaging in Collaborative Strategic Planning
"A highly engaging, hands-on conference that showcases many of the tools needed to effectively and efficiently implement strategic planning. I will be able to seamlessly adopt many of these tools at my college starting next week."
-Erik Christensen, Chair, Natural Science Department, South Florida Community College
Planning for a One-Stop Enrollment Services Model
"The delivery of this conference exceeded my expectations. Participants were engaged in a manner that reflected the unique needs of each campus. I'd encourage any schools considering this service model to attend."
-Holly Bigelow, Director, Admissions & Records, Rochester Community & Technical College
Developing a Leadership Giving Program to Elevate Your Annual Fund
"The organization and setting for this conference was impeccable. The faculty has and shared a wealth of practical knowledge and experience. As someone transitioning into this field, this conference will be invaluable."
-J. Scott Nelson, Associate Director, Leadership Giving, Furman University
Outcomes-Based Assessment for Career Services
"This conference helped translate assessment from the theoretical to the practical, and our team left with concrete tools to apply immediately to our program."
-Jennifer J. Ewing, Counselor/Research Coordinator, Stephen F Austin University
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