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Table of Contents:
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Updated!
Shuttle Services, Airport + Inter-Hotel
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New! Free Spartanburg Discount Coupon Now Available
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New!
OPO's Meetup in Spartanburg
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Updated!
Conference Book Club
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Updated!
Campus Tours
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Updated!
Food Truck Night
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Slots Still Available! HBCU Forum, Oct. 22, 1 day only
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Online Conference Planner & Mobile App
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Please Be Aware! Breakfast Buffet Discount
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Newcomers Orientation Update
- Raffle and Silent Auction Donation Information
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A Few Spots Left! Restaurant Hops
- Volunteering at the Conference
- Resume Reviews
- Global Leadership League Region VII Meetup
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Announcing! 1st Ever "State of the Field" Survey
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2018 NAFSA Academy for International Education
- Registration Open: 2017 Case Competition
- Updated! Position Openings
- Updated! Region VII State Updates
- Thank you Donors & Sponsors!!
- Connect / Subscribe
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Conference Weather Forecast:
Sunday, 10/22 Mostly Cloudy, 75F/60F
Monday, 10/23 90% Rain, 71F/60F
Tuesday, 10/24 50% Rain, 68F/42F
Wednesday, 10/25 Partly Cloudy 59F/37F
So, pack your umbrella and poncho and something warm. We are prepared to move the food truck event to a covered area, but some exposure to rain may be necessary when ordering food.
Welcome to the 2017 NAFSA Region VII Conference!
Current # Registrations:
481
107% of 450 Goal
Late and On Sight Registration Available
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Updated!
Shuttle Services
1. From The Airport
2. Between The Two Marriotts
1. Shuttle Service - From the Airport
A shuttle service is available for participants and is offered by Atchison Transportation Services located at the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. To book a ride or for more information about the shuttle service, please contact Elaine Brackett (864) 345-1264 or visit their website.
2. Shuttle Service - Between The Two Marriotts
Marriott Spartanburg will provide a free shuttle between the main Spartanburg Marriott Hotel and the Courtyard Marriott per the schedule below. The travel time is approximately 10 minutes. Each shuttle can hold 14 people max, so please sign-up for the morning shuttles to give the driver an idea of how many passengers to expect. Sign-up when you check-in.
Sunday Oct. 22nd
From: Courtyard Marriott To: Spartanburg Marriott
11:30 am
12:00 pm
From: Spartanburg Marriott (in Conference Circle) to Courtyard Marriott
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 pm
Monday Oct. 23rd
From: Courtyard Marriott To: Spartanburg Marriott
7:00 am
7:30 am
From: Spartanburg Marriott (in Conference Circle) to Courtyard Marriott
6:15 pm
7:00 pm
9:00 pm
9:15 pm
Tuesday Oct. 24th
From: Courtyard Marriott To: Spartanburg Marriott
7:00 am
7:30 am
From: Spartanburg Marriott (in Conference Circle) to Courtyard Marriott
5:15 pm
6:15 pm
10:00 pm
10:30 pm
Wednesday Oct. 25th
From: Courtyard Marriott To: Spartanburg Marriott
7:00 am
7:30 am
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New!
Free Spartanburg Discount Coupon Now Available
The Spartanburg Chamber of Commerce has generously offered NAFSA Region VII attendees access to a special discount coupon. You are welcome to present the coupon to receive various discounts at
these local retailers
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To use the discount:
- Print this coupon (Required)
- Present coupon at the point of purchase (Please present coupon so retailers receive proper credit; sorry, but showing your conference badge only won't work.)
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New! OPO's Meetup in Spartanburg
Are you an OPO (One Person Office) or small office? You're invited to a Member Interest Group meeting:
When: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 from 5:15 - 6:15 pm (
in line with the other Open Meetings)
Where: Lobby of the Spartanburg Marriott at the Concierge Lounge.
Cell:
(352) 467-2032 Off
ice:
(352) 588-8489
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Updated! Conference Book Club
Discussion of this year's conference anthology, Expecting Goodness & Other Stories , will be led by Dr. Deno Trakas, contributing author and Hoy Professor of American Literature at Wofford College. The discuss will take place from 11:00am-12:00pm on Monday 10/23 in the "Walnut Grove" meeting room of the hotel . We'll focus on a few stories, so feel free to come even if you haven't read the whole book!
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Due to last minute cancellations, there are a few spots available for all campus tours. Tours will take place on Monday from 9:00am - 11:00am. If interested, please register at the registration table during check in. There is no fee to participate.
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Updated! Food Truck Night
Rain or shine, we'll have five delicious food trucks to choose from on Monday night! The rain location will be outside of the Heritage Ballroom with seating available inside. Please plan to bring an umbrella or raingear just in case. There will be a cash bar, music, and lots of amazing food! Don't miss it!
Check out the links below to learn more about your options.
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Slots Still Available!
HBCU Forum
If you've already registered for the conference, spaces are still available for the HBCU Forum (Historical Black Colleges and Universities). This preconference workshop is from 1:00-6:00 pm on Sunday, October 22 only. Registration is $50. You can add it by logging into the Register Now link on the right side of the page >> HERE <<
This year's topic: "HBCU's Strategic Initiatives: Mapping the World" will focus on the importance of HBCU institutions remaining relevant and strategic within the context of internationalization.
Panelists include:
- Mr. Ed Smith-Lewis, Director of UNCF Career Pathways Initiatives
- Mrs. Minnie Battle Mayes, President and CEO of International Partnerships and Ventures in Education
- Dr. Patricia DeSouza, Assistant Professor, Claflin University
- Dr. Cynthia Trawick, Director, Public Health Institute and Student Health Center, Morehouse College
- Ms. Gailda Pitre Davis, Interim Director, American Council on Education.
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Online Conference Planner & Mobile App
As you prepare for the Region VII conference, we encourage you to review the conference program online at the link below. Log in by using your email and registration confirmation ID (available in your confirmation email). With this tool, you can pre-select sessions you'd like to attend and build your conference itinerary.
Added Benefit: The online conference planner syncs with the Conference Mobil App which you can access on your mobile device during the conference. Just visit the App Store or Google Play to download he Conference Mobile app too. Hard copy conference programs will be available at the registration desk
Most Up-to-Date:
The online conference planner is the most up to date version of the conference program. (The earlier PDF version has been removed.)
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Please Be Aware! Breakfast Buffet Discount
Participants who wish to enjoy the unlimited breakfast buffet at the Spartanburg Marriott at the discounted rate of $10 per day, may ONLY ADD IT DURING hotel arrival / registration. Walk-up cost is $15 and the discount cannot be applied at the restaurant point of payment. A la carte items are available also.
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Important! Newcomers Orientation Update
If you registered for the Newcomer Orientation via the registration system, the information was unfortunately deleted. Please go back into the registration system and re-register
so that we can have a more accurate number to expect for that event.
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Raffle and Silent Auction Donation Information
Region VII is raising funds for Travel Grants, so we need your help!
Collection times for all the members that submitted an application form to provide items will be
Monday, October 23rd, 9am - 1pm, booth 64.
Sample raffle items includes:
- School specific or unique t-shirts
- Coffee mugs or water bottles
- Gift cards to restaurants, department/online stores or with a monetary value
- Wine or craft beers
- Books or magazine subscriptions
- Items from Spartanburg or your hometown/state
Silent Auction Items includes:
- Technology: (Tablets; Latest Android, Samsung, or iPhone; Fitness trackers; eReaders; Smart watch, iWatch; Noise-canceling headphones; Apple gift certificates; iTunes gift certificates)
- Events/Experiences: (Tickets to major events or attractions; Vacation rentals or use of a vacation home; Hotel gift certificates; Air travel vouchers)
- Food/Beveridge: (Wine or similar beverages; Well-known restaurant gift certificates)
- Professional Items: (Brand-name writing utensils: Mont Blanc, Cross, etc; Leather portfolio; High-quality business card holder)
- Personal Items: (Jewelry, cuff links; Amazon.com gift certificates; Etsy gift certificates; Watch case)
- Items for Home or Office: (Pottery from your local artist, or one from the area where the conference is held; Framed art work, perhaps from Spartanburg)
You can donate on behalf of your office or organization and we'll put your organization's name on the Silent Auction bid sheet, our site, and our newsletter, with great thanks, for each item you donate.
If you have any questions regarding the Raffle or the Silent Auction Donation, please contact
Erin Hillis, Chair Elect NAFSA Region VII.
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| A Few Spots Left! Restaurant Hops
Monsoon Noodle House has 10 spots left
Pokenori (sushi) has 7 spots left.
Sign up >> HERE << for these remaining Sunday night (10/22) restaurant hops or to edit your choice. Downtown Spartanburg is undergoing a wonderful renaissance, and the Local Arrangements Co-chairs have coordinated 5 great hops!
Maximum 15 each.
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Volunteering at the Conference
We Need You to Volunteer at the NAFSA Region VII Conference!
This conference couldn't happen without all the amazing volunteers. Volunteering is open to all conference attendees, and is a great opportunity to network, share best practices, help others, and learn a lot.
Sign up to volunteer HERE.
Volunteers should report to the Volunteer Table 15 minutes prior to the session start time. Volunteer slots are typically 1.5 - 2 hours. Prior experience or knowledge is not required to sign up as a volunteer. All necessary information will be provided when you report to the Volunteer Table. Please feel free to sign up for more than one time slot and day.
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Resume Reviews
Free Headshots: Participants in the Resume Review will also have the opportunity for a free headshot immediately following your resume review session. Headshots will take place following the Monday 9-10 am and Monday 1:30 - 2 pm sessions. Those with resume reviews other than these times may also attend for a headshot during these times. Your headshot will be emailed to you after the conference.
Looking for a new position, a new direction or guidance in your International Education (IE) career?
Whether you are a new or seasoned professional in our field, we're offering a free opportunity to sign up for a resume review or to be a reviewer. An experienced NAFSA member will provide feedback on your resume, guidance and encouragement in your job hunt. This is a great chance to polish up your resume as well as to make contacts in the field.
Available Time Slots:
Monday, October 23 - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 24 - 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 25 - 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sign Up To Review Resumes: via
this form
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Women's Global Leadership League
Region VII Meetup
Interested in women's leadership? Networking with other women? Discovering new ways to develop the leader in you?
When: Monday, Oct. 23rd
Time: 11 am - 12pm
Where: The Fireplace in the Marriott Lobby
In Preparation for Our Session:
Our session is, "Hot Topics for Women Leaders in International Education", and we would love to hear your thoughts. These responses will help us make the session as interesting and interactive as possible for current and aspiring women leaders alike. You do not need to attend the upcoming session to give us your thoughts!
Please submit your thoughts here .
If you will be attending the conference, please c
ome and network with others to discover the services the League is building for YOU!
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Announcing! 1st Ever "State of the Field" Survey
Deadline to submit: October 31, 2017
NAFSA
's International Enrollment Management (IEM) Knowledge Community (KC) is gathering data about trends impacting IEM professionals such as:
- Organizational structure
- Administrative titles
- Compensation
- Other key insights for current and new IEM professional
Findings will be shared with IEM KC members in late 2017 and at the 2018 Annual Conference in Philadelphia. Additionally, the IEM KC leadership will use your feedback to inform the development of future resources for IEM professionals. All responses are anonymous. Please take time to complete this important survey by October 31, 2017 at this link.
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Apply now!
2018 NAFSA Academy for International Education
Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 Academy Class #15. AIE is a year-long training program designed for those who are new to the international education field, as well as those who've recently had international education added to their responsibilities. Guided by a seasoned international education coach and working with a cohort of peers in small groups, the program is designed to meet specific learning needs. Consider applying for Academy Class #15, or encourage any interested peers or new professionals to apply. Admission is competitive.
Deadline to Apply
: December 1, 2017 (Training begins Spring 2018)
Cost:
$1999 (a value of more than $3,500).
Please click on this
link for application
Benefits:
- NAFSA membership for up to 18 months
- Three-Day Academy Spring Training in Atlanta, GA
- NAFSA Annual Conference registration fee and a preconference workshop at the annual conference in 2018
- Regional Conference Registration and a preconference workshop at regional conference in 2018 (reduced/waived depending on regions)
- Access to NAFSA network and networking opportunities
- Supported learning by an experienced coach
- Continued connection with a cohort of peers
Please review this website for further details or contact the professional learning center. Members of the current Academy will be recognized during the business lunch at NAFSA Regional Conferences if you would like to talk more about the Academy with a participant.
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Registration Open: 2017 Case Competition
Graduate students and new professionals to the field of international education are encouraged to demonstrate their knowledge and experience by participating on a 2-person team to tackle a case study addressing challenges faced by IE professionals. Various experienced IE professionals from the Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship & International Education Leadership Knowledge Communities will serve as informal mentors. Teams will share a 10-minute presentation to three judges.
All participating teams receive a certificate of recognition. The winning team will be announced at the Region VII Business Awards Luncheon and receives:
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The position(s) below is listed by request because it is not posted in the NAFSA Career Center.
We encourage you to connect with your state level associations as well since they may post openings that are not advertised with NAFSA either.
University of Mississippi, Office of International Programs
Oxford, MS
University of Georgia
Athens, GA
Duke University
Durham, North Carolina
The Scripps Research Institute
La Jolla, CA
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA (N. Metro Atlanta)
Emory University, Office of International & Summer Programs
Atlanta, GA
Emory University, Office of International & Summer Programs
Atlanta, GA
Appalachian State University, Office of International Education and Development
Boone, NC
University of North Carolina at Charlotte,
Office of Education Abroad
Charlotte, NC
University of Central Florida, Office of
Global-International Student & Scholar Services
Orlando, Florida
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Please note: The following updates are from the seven state associations located within region VII, unrelated to NAFSA, that provide valuable information, resources, and support for international education.
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Registration open for the Student Global Leadership Conference
Registration is now open for the NCAIE
Student Global Leadership Conference
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This year's theme
is Global Leadership: Exploring Diverse Voices.
The conference will take place at Saint Augustine's University in Raleigh from November 10-11, 2017.
The NCAIE Student Global Leadership Conference brings together undergraduate and graduate students from colleges and universities across the state of North Carolina for a weekend of networking, team building, and informative sessions on a wide array of topics related to international initiatives, global education, cultural diversity, and student leadership.
Benefits of attending:
- Gain knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors important for working with diverse or intercultural teams
- Develop presentation experience
- Increase global awareness
- Network with other students in NC
- Boost intercultural competency
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Call for Proposals and Registration Open for International Perspectives on University Teaching and Learning Symposium
Hosted by Auburn University, International Perspectives on University Teaching and Learning brings together a diverse community of teaching and learning professionals, international educators, policy makers, administrators and researchers dedicated to internationalizing teaching in higher education. The symposium is scheduled for May 30-June 1, 2018 at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Orlando, Florida.
A wide range of relevant ideas will be addressed during the symposium.
Submit a proposal for pre-conference workshops, conference sessions or essays and register today.
For questions, please contact Jenn Mason, director of international initiatives at Auburn University.
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Registration for the 2018 GAIE Winter Conference
This year's conference will be hosted at the beautiful King & Prince at St. Simons Island. Mark your calendars for January 31-February 2, 2018. Register now! Information about Session Proposals will be available soon.
Click
here for more information about the 2018 GAIE Winter Conference.
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Georgia 2018 International Leadership Conference
The Georgia International Leadership Conference (GILC) will be April 13-15, 2018.
This annual student leadership conference brings together 200 international and study abroad students from across the state. The intense weekend is full of leadership development and intercultural simulations and fun!
More information about GILC is on their website.
If you are interested in joining the planning committee, please contact directly Chase Harvey.
Lot of position available!
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Thank you DONORS!
Matching Fund Donors
Silent Auction Donor
Raffle Donor
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Thank You SPONSORS!
Sponsoring the Closing Celebration
Sponsoring the Conference Badges
Sponsoring the HBCU Forum
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