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Hello SACSA,
I hope you all are enjoying the summer and are taking some time for yourselves. The summer is always an exciting time for us as it is when we are able to partner with NASPA Region III on the New Professional's Institute and Mid-Manager's Institute. This year, we have well over 100 total participants in both programs. This is exciting as so many professionals are eager to continue their professional development. Dr. Ellen Neufeldt and Dr. Alicia Caudill have been working tirelessly to create a wonderful experience for these professionals, and I want to thank them, and all of the faculty, personally for their dedication to the field.
The conference committee is also working hard to provide our members with a wonderful experience in Chattanooga, Tennessee! We are still accepting program proposals and I would encourage you all to submit a proposal that tells our members what you're doing on your campus that is unique and innovative!
Matt Varga
SACSA President
University of West Georgia
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SACSA Stories
The SACSA Stories initiative strives to cultivate personal connections among our members. Through sharing our personal stories, we develop connections, learn from one another, and make meaning of our experiences. The following is a story which speaks to the various benefits of membership in SACSA.
Christina Wan, Georgia State University
Member Since 2014
"I was encouraged to be involved in SACSA by a colleague, and have never left! I am so thankful for their encouragement to join SACSA. SACSA has become a professional 'home,' where I can connect with colleagues and friends. I have been able to serve in leadership roles, get involved right as I joined the organization, and found colleagues and mentors that I admire in so many ways. SACSA is incredibly welcoming as an organization, and I have always valued that immensely."
Favorite SACSA Activity
I love the excitement in a crowd whenever anyone says, "It's SACSA time!"
SACSA Involvement
Served as Graduate Student Symposium Co-Chair, Membership Committee Volunteer, and Awards and Recognition Committee Chair
Why is SACSA important to you? Please consider submitting your story for the next SACSAlert. Click here to complete the short story submission form. If selected, you will be notified prior to publication.
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Networking and collaboration opportunities for Student Affairs Professionals (including those who are soon-to-be.) Open to both SACSA Member and Non-SACSA Members.
Atlanta, GA
Saturday, July 15th
12 - 2pm
Ponce City Market
Forth Worth, TX
TBD
Miami, FL
TBD
Brought to you by SACSA's Newest Committee.
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Conference: Call for Programs
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There's only a few days left to submit program proposals for the 2017 Annual Conference in Chattanooga, TN! Our theme for 2017,
"New Directions: A Climate of Change," is a reprise from the 1961 conference theme with a new focus on social innovation. Social Innovation describes new strategies, concepts, ideas and organizations that meet social needs.
Faculty, practitioners and graduate students are invited to share innovative solutions, new research, and current trends addressing best practices in collaboration, partnerships and experiential learning in three different formats: concurrent, lightning round, and poster sessions.
The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday, June 9 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
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Conference registration opened on Monday, June 5! SACSA members get the best deal on conference registration rates, and the earlier you register, the more you save. The regular registration window runs from June 5 to October 1, and all registration rates increase on October 1.
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Conference: Call for Reviewers
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It's not too late to sign-up as a program reviewer! By sharing your knowledge and expertise, you have a unique opportunity to give back to SACSA and ensure the Annual Conference meets the educational needs of a diverse membership.
The deadline to sign-up as a reviewer is Monday, June 5 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
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Conference: Hotel & Accommodations
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This year's conference hotel is The Chattanoogan Hotel which provides beautiful accommodations, exceptional service, superior meeting facilities, flawless weddings, customized special events and outstanding guest amenities. Rates are $159 per night for king and double rooms.
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2017 SACSA Awards and Recognition
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Nominations for the 2017 SACSA Awards and Recognition process are open. Click here for more information about the SACSA Awards.
The SACSA Awards Nomination process requires the following:
- A completed nomination form for the person being recommended for consideration for the award.
- Two completed recommendation forms from people who can speak to reason(s) the person deserves this award.
- A resume, chronology of SACSA involvement, and high-quality photograph from the person being recommended for consideration for the award.
Award nominations are due by July 31, 2017. Please contact Angela Taylor with questions.
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SACSA/NASPA Region III New Professionals Institute
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Where: Trinity University, San Antonio, TX
When: June 18 - 23
Who: 72 excellent participants from across the region
Faculty:
Amy Diepenbrock,
Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, University of teh Incarnate Word's Feik School of Pharmacy
Jacqueline Gibson,
VP of Student Affairs, Mississippi Valley State University
Regina Hyatt,
VP for Student Affairs, Mississippi State University
Jay Lambert,
VP for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, University of Houston Victoria
Barry McKinney,
Assoc. Dean of Students and Director of Student Activities, University of Texas San Antonio
Ryan Smith,
Dean of Enrollment and Career Services, Oakwood Universtiy
NPI Director: Alicia Caudill, Executive VP for Student Affairs, College of Charleston
NPI Intern: Dylan Mazelis, College of Charleston
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SACSA recognizes and is committed to our core value of inclusiveness. SACSA values and supports the diversity of all of our members. SACSA is committed to the development and implementation of programs and resources that promote our commitment to inclusiveness.
SACSA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, economic status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veterans status, age, ability, ethnic background in any of our volunteer activities, programs, policies and procedures.
SACSA will actively promote diversity and inclusion in all of or our programs and services.
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Statement on Conference Locations
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In support of SACSA's Core Value to Inclusiveness, SACSA will make every effort to select conference cities and locations that provide comprehensive non-discrimination policies that provide protection for all attendees. Recognizing that our members are located in many states, we also believe it is important to support our colleagues in all states.
In cases where cities do not have comprehensive non-discrimination policies or allow for the exclusion of any person(s)the conference planning team must ensure the following practices are in place:
- All venues including hotel space, off-site excursions, and any other space which hosts SACSA events, must have established non-discrimination policies.
- Conference planners and volunteers must plan, promote and implement educational programs focused on inclusion and best practices.
- Conference materials must include the non-discrimination policies for all venues.
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Have a Communications & Marketing Request?
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Don't forget to utilize the form available on the SACSA website main page. You are welcome to submit requests for email, social media, or the SACSAlert.
If you have questions, feel free to contact
Jackie Clark
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