Programs & Features
Program Features & Special Events
Featured Program Sessions (click here)
The 2008 NASPA Conference will feature an exciting series of special events and activities.
The Boston Common
In additional to the high quality speakers and programs throughout the NASPA Annual Conference, many members attend looking forward to the opportunity to connect with colleagues on an informal basis. This year's conference will have intentional space and opportunities for these interactions to occur. Located in the Hynes Convention Center, the Boston Common will be a central place to connect with friends and colleagues, to volunteer for the conference, to find information about local restaurants or attractions, or simply to relax. Like its namesake, the oldest public park in the United States, the Boston Common will provide a great place to serve as your meeting place. See you at our Boston Common!
Doctoral Student Seminar
Sunday, March 9, 2008 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Check-in: 8:30 am)
- How do I prepare for the dissertation writing process?
- How do I prepare for the administrative and faculty job markets?
- How do I prepare for life after the Ed.D./Ph.D.?
- Which factors are associated with my success (or failure) in graduate school?
- What strategies are available to resolve difficult issues with my committee?
- How can I avoid becoming an ABD?
Everyone involved in doctoral study experiences many transitions as they proceed through their degree program. Transitions may be related to work, family, identity, role, and other aspects of one's life, and may be viewed differently as one moves through the phases of doctoral study. Doctoral students (part-time and full-time) and faculty will engage in dialogue, activities, and strategy generation that will assist participants in meeting their doctoral student goals. The seminar is structured with enough flexibility to assure that individual interests and needs are addressed including offering time to network with faculty and doctoral student peers. Special discussion topics related to students of color and women in doctoral programs will be facilitated. Networking opportunities, mentoring, and support groups will be organized for interested participants.
Pre-registration for the seminar is required, as space is limited to 25-30 participants. Interested doctoral students should complete the registration form and return it to Heather Holmes at hwholmes@salisbury.edu no later than February 18, 2008. The doctoral seminar is free and lunch will be provided. Since space is limited; receipt of your seminar registration form reserves your space. Early registrations are strongly encouraged.
Grad Prep Fair
Monday, March 10, 2008 7:00-9:00 pm
(During the NASPA Communities Gala)
Have you been considering a graduate degree? Have you felt limited in your career exploration without a Master's or Doctoral degree, but don't know where to start? Are you interested in advancing your knowledge about our field? Then visit the NASPA Communities Gala to find out where some Graduate Preparation Programs are being offered!
Representatives from over 40 schools will be available to discuss their programs in higher education with you. Take advantage of this opportunity to consider an investment in your future in one convenient location!
If you are interested in showcasing your institution's program, contact Lee Ward, wardwl@jmu.edu, 540-568-3788.
Graduate & New Professional Case Study Competition
Orientation Sunday, March 9th, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
NASPA invites Master's and doctoral students in graduate preparation programs, and for the first time new professionals, to test their knowledge and skills in the annual case study competition. As part of the competition, teams will be given a thought-provoking case study relevant to the field of student affairs, and teams will present their solution(s) to a panel of practicing professionals, faculty, association and past winners as judges. Click here for information and competition guidelines.
Participants must sign up prior to the application deadline as two-person teams or individually. Participants who sign up individually will be matched with another participant at the meeting to form teams. Applications received by 5:00 PM EST Wednesday, January 9, 2008 will be considered "on-time"; applications received after this date will be considered on a space-available basis based on date and time of submission. Click here for the registration form.
Inquiries about the case study completion can be made to Dr. Logan Hazen via 2008naspacases@warner.rochester.edu
NASPA's Got Talent
Tuesday, March 11, 9:00 PM
Do you have a talent that you would like to share with your NASPA colleagues? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at "NASPA's Got Talent" during the 2008 Boston conference. On Tuesday, March 11, 2008 beginning at 9 pm, we will have our annual talent show and dance party and we need YOU to showcase your unique talents. Please click here for the brochure.
We are looking for singers, dancers, actors, musicians, comedians, and other performers! So polish off your dancing shoes or instruments and sign up to share your talent.
For more information and to apply, please go to the web site below to fill out a short questionnaire:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=W1_2fkQ0E6Iz_2fDgIKtRMfHng_3d_3d
Thanks for your interest in performing and if you need more information about the talent show, please contact:
Tiffany J. Davis, M.A
Chair, NASPA 2008 Talent Show & Dance Party
tjdavis@bgsu.edu
NASPA Communities Gala
Monday, March 10, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
This festive event consists of informative and interactive tables for NASPA Knowledge Communities, Regions, Divisions, and the Graduate Preparation Fair. Come and learn how to get more involved with NASPA, connect with colleagues and friends, and even leave with a free gift or two!
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