[Spa-L] Professional Development Opportunities- Week of 6/24/15

[Barrett, Diana]

Hello!

Here are some neat professional development opportunities... I'm trying to include a mix of what you may be interested in! (I will try to send a collection of opportunities all at once so that you don't receive tons of emails.)


1.    NASPA (national/annual): 2016 Conference Registration, Conference proposals, and book for new professionals

2.    NASPA IV-E: Research Paper proposals

3.    NASPA IV-E: Internship opportunities

4.    NODA: GSN (Graduate Student Network) Annual Conference Fee Waiver

5.    ACUHO-I: Webinar on "Residential Housing and Students with Disabilities on Campus"

6.    NACACreads Book Club


Don't forget to utilize the tips provided by NASPA IV-E<https://youtu.be/e_YYzblWSlc> for submitting conference proposals as well as presentation suggestions from the NASPA WISA knowledge community<https://www.naspa.org/constituent-groups/posts/weve-had-enough>.


1- NASPA (national/annual)

Registration for 2016 NASPA Annual Conference is Open<http://conference2016.naspa.org/register>- Early-bird registration goes until January 15th. Proposals for the conference may be submitted prior to September 4th.<http://conference2016.naspa.org/present>

NASPA Publication: Beginning Your Journey: A Guide for New Professionals in Student Affairs addresses the most critical and current issues for those entering the field. In this comprehensive guide, seasoned student affairs leaders and new professionals share practical advice and offer broad perspectives. Learn more about the book and order a copy<http://www.naspa.org/publications/books/beginning-your-journey> today.

2- NASPA IV-E: Research Paper proposals

Call for Region IV-E Research Papers for presentation at the regional conference November 8-10th, 2015 in Schaumburg, Illinois.

All faculty, practitioners, and graduate students in NASPA Region IV-East are invited to submit proposals to present and discuss their scholarly papers. Not to be confused with the traditional conference educational programs, this is an opportunity to present scholarly and research papers for in-depth discussion.

Scholarly paper sessions will be 60 minutes in length and feature three papers, discussant comments, and an open-dialogue period with the audience. This is a great opportunity for researchers to present original work and for discussants to provide critiques in an innovative, yet structured environment. The intent is for authors to share their scholarly work and receive useful feedback in support of producing a publishable manuscript.

All proposals will be screened blind by a team of reviewers*. A select few will be accepted for presentation and grouped by theme. Papers selected for presentation will receive additional feedback and will be asked to submit a final draft to their discussant approximately 30 days before the 2015 Regional Conference in Schaumburg, Illinois.  Authors whose papers are accepted for presentation will be required to secure at least a one-day conference registration in order to participate to present their paper.

Proposal Guidelines: Initial Research Paper Proposals should be 15-20 double-spaced pages in length, complete with references. The proposal should "outline" the research process including: intent; relevance in terms of existing research and literature; methodology; and key findings. Successful proposals will demonstrate exemplary exploration of topics relevant to the NASPA Research and Scholarship Agenda, model a strong format/structure, and demonstrate polished mechanics.

Proposal Submission: Paper proposals should be emailed directly to Bill Arnold, Faculty Council Representative, Region IV-E, at arnoldwh at msu.edu<mailto:arnoldwh at msu.edu>  by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 27th.

Notification: Authors of accepted papers will be notified by August 17th and receive additional feedback. Final drafts will be due to discussants Friday, October 2nd.



3- NASPA IV-E: Internship opportunities (3 detailed positions below)

Conference Committee Internship

The NASPA Region IV-East Conference Planning Committee is seeking an intern to support conference committee members during the annual Regional Conference to occur November 8-10 in Schaumburg, Illinois. The intern must be a graduate student within the Region IV-East area at the time of the conference and be available to attend the conference.  Although attendance at educational sessions will be limited, interns will gain in-depth exposure to the execution of a large regional conference.

Job duties include:

  *   Participating in conference committee calls in September and October and arriving early at the conference to perform duties as assigned
  *   Perform a variety of duties at the conference, including but not limited to: assisting with organization logistics, "load-in," distribution of conference materials, and supplementing the work of on-site volunteers
  *   Serving as on-site assistance for tasks as assigned by conference committee members

Requirements:

  *   Excellent written communication skills
  *   Experience managing logistics and details; skill in organizing large amounts of information
  *   An interest in engaging with other higher education professionals
  *   Attendance at a past conference similar to NASPA is preferred
  *   Prior experience in co-curricular event execution, as evidenced through work as a Graduate Assistant, Resident Assistant/Advisor positions, Student Government Associations, programming boards, student organization, etc.
  *   Must be a NASPA graduate student member and be attending a graduate school at an institution within the NASPA IV-East Region

Through participation in this internship, a graduate student will have the opportunity to:

  *   Collaborate with student affairs professionals in the planning, implementation, and execution of a large professional conference
  *   Participate in conference subcommittees with varying potential responsibilities that may include award/scholarship application review, assisting with various onsite assignments such as registration, volunteer assignments, introduction of featured speakers at the conference and on-site events and programs.
  *   Connect with student affairs professionals from across the region



Social Media Intern

The NASPA Region IV-East Conference Planning Committee is seeking an intern to facilitate the social media communication and marketing for the Annual Regional Conference to occur November 8-10 in Schaumburg, Illinois. The intern must be a graduate student within the Region IV-East area at the time of the conference and be available to attend the conference.  Although networking with many professionals will occur, the opportunity to attend sessions is limited and will likely include live tweeting from the more high-interest sessions.

Job duties include:

  *   Composing and posting Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other social media communications about the conference, both in advance of and during the conference.
  *   Developing a strategy for social media communication for the conference in conjunction with the marketing committee.
  *   Responding to and interacting with incoming social media communication

Requirements:

  *   Excellent written communication skills
  *   An interest in engaging with other higher education professionals in social media
  *   Documented experience working with, but not limited to, Twitter, Facebook and/or LinkedIn (preferably in some marketing effort for a club, organization, department, event, etc.)
  *   Ability to post regularly as determined by Marketing and Technology co-chairs from the conference committee
  *   Must be self-directed
  *   Must be a NASPA graduate student member and be attending a graduate school at an institution within the NASPA IV-East Region

Through participation in this internship, a graduate student will have the opportunity to:

  *   Collaborate with student affairs professionals in the planning, implementation, and execution of a large professional conference
  *   Participate in conference subcommittees with varying potential responsibilities that may include award/scholarship application review, updating the conference social media communication, and coordinating on-site events
  *   Connect with student affairs professionals from across the region



Technology Intern

The NASPA Region IV-East Conference Planning Committee is seeking an intern to assist in the implementation of technology assets and light website maintenance for the Annual Regional Conference to occur November 8-10 in Schaumburg, IL. The intern must be a graduate student within the Region IV-East area at the time of the conference and be available to attend the conference.  You will play an active leadership role in the execution of a large, regional conference. Although networking and interaction with many professionals will occur, the nature of the internship does not necessarily allow for attendance at many educational sessions. However, you can work with the region's Technology Chairperson to coordinate times for specific sessions you may wish to attend.

Job duties include:

  *   Communicating regularly with the Technology Chairperson in the months prior to the conference
  *   Participating in conference committee calls in September and October and arriving early at the conference (by November 6th, 2015) to unpack, set up, and troubleshoot equipment
  *   Oversee technology set up and management on site for conference educational sessions (7 rooms of concurrent sessions over the course of the 3-day conference)
  *   Ensure that systems operate as smoothly as possible and that presenters are provided with the proper resources
  *   Be available to troubleshoot problems 24/7 as they occur
  *   Work with Technology Chairperson to update the conference's Guidebook application and website

Requirements:

  *   Prior experience and interest in coordinating technology and in managing associated problems in a similar setting
  *   Ability to manage multiple tasks
  *   An interest in engaging with other higher education professionals
  *   Must be self-directed and highly motivated
  *   Must be a NASPA graduate student member and be attending a graduate school at an institution within the NASPA IV-East Region

 Through participation in this internship, a graduate student will have the opportunity to:

  *   Collaborate with student affairs professionals in the planning, implementation, and execution of a large professional conference
  *   Participate in conference subcommittees with varying potential responsibilities that may include award/scholarship application review, updating the conference website, and coordinating on-site events
  *   Connect with student affairs professionals from across the region


The selected interns will receive complimentary registration for the Region IV-East conference and, where possible, shared accommodations at the conference hotel.
Applicants should indicate interest for the position through NASPA's Volunteer Central website, at https://www.naspa.org/about/get-involved/volunteer , click on "Learn More and Sign Up", and visit the Region IV-East section.  Interest is indicated by clicking on the box next to the position you are interested in.  Please do so by Friday, July 10, 2015. You will receive an email requesting the submission of a resume and completion of an online application once you indicate interest and further follow-up instructions will be provided.


4- NODA GSN Annual Conference Fee Waiver
Find the application for the fee waiver HERE<http://www.nodaweb.org/news/230893/-GSN-Annual-Conference-Fee-Waiver-.htm>, applications are due by July 31, 2015. Award recipients will be notified on August 21, 2015.

5- ACUHO-I Webinar on "Residential Housing and Students with Disabilities on Campus"
Register for the Webinar on 7/28/2015 (2-3pm) HERE<https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8662913943124849666>. Below is a description of what the webinar will cover.

"When it comes to dormitories and residential housing on your college campus, how do you know you are best accommodating students with disabilities in these programs and services? Depending on your school being public or private, receiving federal dollars, and construction dates of your buildings, there are up to four different accessibility standards that can apply to residential units on your campus. These standards include: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; The Americans with Disabilities Act Accessible Guidelines, either for Residential Units or Transient Lodging Facilities; the Fair Housing Amendments Act; and the ICC/ANSI standards referenced in the Ohio Basic Building Code.

Derek Mortland, ADA Coordinator for Access Ohio will lead you through the intricacies of how these standards apply, what standard applies in which instance, and instances in which more than one standard may apply simultaneously. Until there is a firm understanding of these accessibility standards and their appropriate application, your campus may have liabilities and short-comings within your physical facilities when it comes to accommodating students with disabilities."


6- NACACreads Book Club
Learn more about the NACAC Book Club HERE<http://www.nacacnet.org/learning/Pages/NACACreads.aspx> and join the conversation.

What: #NACACreads book club discussion of Salman Khan's The One World Schoolhouse: Education Reimagined
When: Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 9 p.m. (ET)
Where: On Twitter, using the #NACACreads hashtag


Let me know if you see anything I've missed!
Diana

Diana Barrett | Graduate Assistant for Learning Community Programs | Ohio University |*: db978014 at ohio.edu<mailto:db978014 at ohio.edu>

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