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All programs for the NACURH 09 conference have been selected. An e-mail was sent out on May 1 with notification of selction. If you still are unsure of the status of your program please contact programming@nacurh09.com.
A listing of all selected programs can be found: here
If you do not have a title listed for your program, please email programming@nacurh09.com right away!
Thanks!
- Innovations
- General Delegate Programming
- Program Selection
- Advisor Track
- ART Track
- Master ART Track
- Program Contingency Plan
Innovations
The committee is focused on making this process accessible to any and easy for all. Prior to the conference, the NACURH ’09 website will host an interactive bulletin board for potential program presenters and attendees to share ideas, resources and even find copresenters. The idea is to foster community beyond our regions and start a digital dialogue around the important topics to be seen at the conference.
Additionally, there will be a multitude of resources for the presenters at the conference. Copying and printing opportunities will be available at a minimal cost. Also, there will be a program checkin table at registration for presenters to pick up their already printed materials or checkin materials for the remainder of the conference so as to alleviate the additional supplies to be carried around. The table will accept packets, special A/V equipment, or other props needed for an effective presentation.
General Delegate Programming
Programs at the conference will be presented in a variety of academic facilities including: Social Sciences, Engineering, Student Union Memorial Center, Education, Modern Languages, Psychology and the Integrated Learning Center. Each of these buildings is equipped with classrooms, lecture halls and spaces with modular furniture for a variety of program venues and varying lev¬els of attendee engagement. Additionally, a variety of technological resources such as LCD Projectors, Overhead Projectors, Screens and wireless internet access is available for reservation.
The committee’s objective is to provide a comprehensive experience with the highest quality programs. The goal is to offer 80 programs per session thus offering 480 programs for attendees to select from. Programs will be divided up into 7 sessions covering a variety of topics in a myriad of formats. There will be 6 traditional program rotations and the 7th will be dedicated to roundtable discussion. There will be one additional session for the top 40 programs to be pre¬sented again.
The Top 40 programs will be selected based on evaluations provided by program attendees. Evaluation forms will be filled out in duplicate carbon copies. One form will go to the presenter for immediate qualitative and quantitative feedback and the second form will be utilized in tallying scores to identify the top 40 programs. If the program is selected, the immediate feedback will allow the students to modify their programs for the additional program sessions. The feedback forms will consist of the following criterion and a 10 point Likert scale:
- Creativity
- Organization
- Engagement (interaction)
- Applicable
- Reproducibility
The conference committee recognizes programming as an integral part of the NACURH experience. Students gather from all over the country and world to share ideas and create a community where new thoughts are fostered. In order to develop a holistic learning environment for our diverse group of conference attendees, programs can be submitted under the following categories:
- Diversity and Social Justice - Our generation is the most diverse in history. We want to celebrate our diversity by providing programs that address issues of social justice that can drive us apart or bring us together. These programs can examine any side of an issue from all perspectives. Topics can include, but are not limited to: sexuality, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, world affairs, and spirituality.
- Service - In today’s world, civic engagement is a global issue. From raising funds to support Darfur to building homes for Habitat for Humanity, never before have so many celebrities and leaders been so active in supporting philanthropic endeavors. These programs will help you link your ideas to action.
- Leadership and Group Dynamics - In our everchanging world, the demand for strong leaders is greater than ever before. The time is now for this generation to find their place. Whether your team is the newly formed or you are trying to develop yourself as a dynamic leader, these programs can help you develop yourself or build an even stronger team.
- Personal Development - The 21st century has been an incredibly liberal and freeing time period. People are congratulated on their individuality and encouraged to show the world who they are. The programs in this track are designed to stimulate personal growth so as to foster positive change in yourself and in your community.
- Community Development/Engagement - Does all work and no play make you a dull delegate? The programs featured in this track are on the lighter side of life and will showcase the fun, funny, and fabulous programs that the nation has to offer. These programs are focused on the opportunities to engage our communities in social programming that provide fun outlets for residents. Ideas are limitless.
- Roundtables - Roundtables are a great way to continue to share ideas and hear about what is happening at other colleges and universities. Any number of topics can spark a meaningful dialogue.
Program presenters will submit their programs in an online format. Accepted presenters will be asked to email copies of their materials to the programming@nacurh09.com .
In an effort to fulfill the mission of sustainability, we encourage program presenters to reduce their paperuse by eliminating handouts and moving toward electronic means or other creative methods for presentation. If presenters elect to fulfill our mission of sustainability, credit will go toward spirit points and the green certification process. Please refer to the spirit points and green certification section. Regardless, the first 100 programs to submit their materials will receive their copies free of charge, sponsored by the conference staff. If the program is chosen for Top 40, the materials will be copied by conference staff and available for the presenters in the program location for the top 40 sessions.
The website will be available for program submission on the day that conference registration opens February 23, 2009 and will close April 3, 2009. Each delegation is required to submit one program proposal for every four delegates registered for the conference, however there is no limit. This will be required to complete registration. Delegates may submit more than one proposal and there is not a cap on the number of programs for a delegation to submit or be accepted. Program acceptance notifications will be sent out via email during the first week of May 2009.
Program Selection
The committee wants to give a voice to the conference attendees in the type of programming delegates will attend. Following suit of other organizations, the committee would like to place the responsibility of program selection on those planning to attend. When delegates register they will be asked to select the option to be a program reviewer. We would like to see at least 1 program reviewer per delegation. Following the April 3rd submission due date, the programming committee will email out 1¬3 (based on quantity of submissions) programs to each reviewer and ask that over the course of two weeks, they provide qualitative and quantitative feedback about the programs In the following categories:
- Completeness
- Variety
- Creativity
- Organization
As the evaluative tool and overview of programs are sent out, they will be labeled with a number, rather than presenter and institution so as to eliminate bias and secure the integrity of the process. It is not a requirement for each delegation to provide a program reviewer, but rather a strong suggestion. There will be a programming committee comprised of volunteers at the University of Arizona in the unlikely event that there are not enough volunteers.
The committee is focused on making this process as easy and accessible to everyone. Prior to the conference, the NACURH ’09 website will host an interactive bulletin board for potential program presenters and attendees to share ideas, resources and even find copresenters. The idea is to foster community beyond our regions and start a digital dialogue around the important topics to be seen at the conference.
Additionally, there will be a multitude of resources for the presenters at the conference. Copying and printing opportunities will be available at a minimal cost, 3 cents per black and white copy. Also, there will be a table at registration for presenters to pick up their already printed materials or checkin materials for the remainder of the conference so as to alleviate the additional supplies to be carried around. The table will accept packets, special A/V equipment or other props needed for an effective presentation.
Advisor Track
Advisors play a vital role in the NACURH experience. Program sessions specifically geared for advisors, by advisors will be offered during all 6 sessions. Each session will offer Advisor Recognition Training (ART) and a Master ART. Additionally, advisors will be invited to sub¬mit proposals outside of the ART curriculum under any of the aforementioned topics or new innovations.
ART Track
Core I: Advisor as an Information Resource: At this session, advisors discuss the kinds of information they need to have available to assist their students. Included in this is: campus information, departmental issues, state/regional/national RHA organizations, ART history and organization, and general information that students may not need (travel requirements, financial structures, etc.) This session will also address how to present the structure/organization of the student group to others in your department/institution.
Core II: Student/Group Development Theory and Models: During this session, the participants will discuss current theories and models of how students and groups develop. Special attention will be placed on the role of the advisor in this development as well as planning for growth for the organization. Multiple perspectives will be presented from a variety of theorists.
Core III: Recruitment and Retention: This session will share strategies and techniques advisors can use to gain and keep their members. Research data on involvement will reflect the nature of the student as well as what you, as advisor, can do to take advantage of this information to the benefit of the organization. Recognition, reward, and renumeration will also be addressed, briefly, in this program.
Core IV: Working with an Executive Board: Participants will discuss how advis0rs work with the student leaders in their organization. They will discuss the purpose and goals behind: retreats, officer training, job descriptions, group organization models, and developmental activities. Transition of officers, dealing with internal conflicts, and the advis0r’s role in these events will also be addressed.
Core V: Meetings and Activities: The last of the core requirements deals with what is the responsibility and duty of the adviser during organ¬ izational meetings and events. Participants will discuss issues such as seating, speaking rights, body language, and actions during events. They will also address how the adviser’s role changes as the group matures and develops. Electives: Legal Issues, How Diversity Affects the RHA, Conferencing, Motivation, Working with the NCC, Advising NRHH Chapters, Bids, Bid Writing and Presenting.
Master ART Track
Master Core I: Long Distance Advising-Your State, Regional National Boards: Being an adviser to a state, regional, or national student organization can offer numerous new challenges that many professionals feel are too great to attempt to claim responsibility. When, in actuality, these great opportunities can lead to be the most meaningful experience in one’s professional career (when you have the right tools to take on the challenges). Using the concepts in the ART Institute curriculum, everyone should feel comfortable to be an adviser to a state, regional, or national organization.
Master Core II: Conference Advising-From Bid Team to Completion: “Not in my lifetime!” Have these words left your mouth when a group of students have approached you requesting support to host a student leadership conference? Have you ever been fearful of the idea that the students will up and drop all of the responsibility of being conference hosts and this land in your lap as the adviser? With some appropriate planning starting from the first question, “can we host a conference,” this experience can be something that you, and your students, will forever be positively changed. Don’t shy away from this opportunity. With lots of development and support, with a little legal/ business prowess, you will be able to support your student group to one of the best conferences ever.
Master Core III: Teaching ART Concepts in Staff Training: Looking at some of the basic foundations regarding residence life work (at all levels), concepts found in the ART Institute curriculum can be used in many different contexts in order to spice up your department’s staff training. This session will help you with your creativity in using ART resources with all aspects of undergraduate, graduate, and new professional staff training (from judicial work to programming).
Master Core IV: Establishing a Supportive Departmental Relationship for your RHA: As many of you know, for an RHA to be completely successful and useful on your campus, you have to ensure that you have support from the top down. Sometimes, this is the key to the students’ success. This session will introduce ways to establish a stronger relationship between your student leadership and the professional staff within your department. Also, participants will be able to investigate possible outcomes that may come from all situations regarding this very important student/professional partnership. Master Core V: Incorporating ART Fundamentals into other Advising Opportunities: Have you ever been asked to advise a Greek organization or a campus programming council? Have you ever been a critic of other advising attempts you have witnessed on your campus? This session will assist you in understanding how fundamental ART curriculum and concepts can be used to offer resources for you to branch out and advise groups other than those associated with housing and residence life; as well as, offer services to other advisors to other organizations on your campus.
These programming opportunities will allow for advisors to get nearly ART Certified in one conference. This will help to continue to educate and advance the great advi¬sors NACURH organizations are fortunate to have. Additionally, the programming committee will work closely with the regional advisors to establish additional pro¬gram opportunities for advisors and by advisors.
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