December 12, 2022
Early Registration Deadline
January 6, 2023
Regular Registration Deadline
January 6, 2023
Hotel Room Block Deadline
January 16, 2023
Last Day to Register
January 26, 2023
Institute Opens
2023 NASPA Institute for New AVPs
In-Person Faculty-led Institutes Supporting the Profession Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice AVP or "Number Two" Senior Level
January 26 - January 28, 2023 Portland, Oregon
The NASPA Institute for New AVPs is a foundational three-day learning and networking experience designed to support and develop AVPs in their unique and challenging roles on campus. The Institute is appropriate for AVPs and other senior-level "number twos" who report to the highest-ranking student affairs officer and who have been serving in their first AVP/"number two" position for not longer than two years.
Presented By
About
As a new assistant or associate vice president (or other "number two") who reports to the vice president for student affairs (or other highest-ranking student affairs officer) on your campus, you have a very unique and equally challenging position. The NASPA Institute for New AVPs is designed to support your successful transition into the AVP role and will help you to navigate the complex individual and institutional challenges that are inherent in the “number two” position. With the leadership of a faculty team comprised of accomplished AVPs and VPSAs, the Institute’s curriculum focuses on:
- Competencies required for success in the AVP role
- Leveraging intersecting personal identities for effective leadership
- Leading from "the middle" and with a justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion lens
- Managing the role under hyper-ambiguous conditions
- Navigating complex and often high stakes institutional politics
- Supervising and leading diverse, intergenerational teams
About the Institute Model
This exclusive professional development program is an institute. Unlike conferences where participants choose to participate (or not) in concurrent sessions, during this institute, all attendees will participate in the same cohort experience and are expected to engage fully in all aspects of the program including meals. It is a very intensive experience, and the program will run into the evening each day.
All Institute participants must report to the highest-ranking student affairs officer on campus and have substantial responsibility for divisional functions. Join us in Portland, Oregon in January to improve your effectiveness in your challenging role and to expand your AVP peer network!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Institute participants are strongly encouraged to also attend the 2023 NASPA AVP Symposium, which will take place in the same location immediately following the Institute. A registration fee discount of 25% will be offered to institute participants who attend the Symposium. Upon completion of your institute registration, you will receive an email confirmation that contains a discount code for you to apply to your registration for the Symposium.
Institute Faculty
Accomplished AVPs and vice presidents for student affairs from a variety of institutional types will serve as the Institute's faculty.
Invited Speakers
Institute Schedule
This exclusive professional development program is an institute. Unlike conferences where participants choose to participate (or not) in concurrent sessions, during this institute all attendees will participate in the same cohort experience and are expected to engage fully in all aspects of the program including meals and offsite activities. It is a very intensive experience, and the program will run into the evening on Thursday, January 26. Please plan your travel so that you are able to participate in the entire institute. The institute schedule presented here is subject to changes.
Institute Schedule
January 26
January 27
January 28
9:00 AM - 12:45 PM
Institute Check-in
Details
Swing by the Pavilion Foyer to check in for the Institute and collect your name badge.
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Institute Welcome and Introductions
Details
Presenters: Juan Guardia, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, University of Cincinnati
1:45 PM - 2:55 PM
Transitions and Transformations: Lessons Learned in the AVP Role
Details
New assistant/associate vice presidents experience a variety of transitions as they adjust to their new role. Support and learning networks with peer AVPs can help to make the transition smoother. During this session, the institute faculty will share their experiences and effective practices that will aid participants in their growth and development.
2:55 PM - 3:15 PM
Break
Details
Enjoy a light snack and take advantage of this break to connect with one or more other members of the cohort.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
The Intersection of Self-awareness and Introspection on Effective Leadership
Details
Leading effectively, to many, is outward facing and sometimes measured by one’s ability to separate personal from professional life. In this interactive session, through the power of storytelling, attendees will listen to three first-person narratives that will highlight the faculty members' personal experiences navigating the higher education senior leadership arena and how those experiences have shaped the way they lead. Topics will include the intersectionality of identity, belongingness, impostor syndrome, and their effects on their leadership style.
4:55 PM - 5:45 PM
Faculty-led Reflection Teams
Details
Throughout the Institute, you will gather with the same small group facilitated by one of the Institute faculty members. Please click into your profile in the "Attendees" section of the insittute app to view your group assignment. Group locations:
Jaime Anzalotta: Broadway I
Nicole Boulais: Pavilion Ballroom
Taléa Drummer-Ferrell: Broadway II
Juan Guardia: Broadway III
Danielle McDonald: Broadway IV
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
Break
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Institute Mixer
Details
Dozens of new colleagues, tasty hors d’oeuvres, and a friendly bartender…what could be better at the end of the day? (A cash bar will be available.)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
No-host Dinner with Institute Participants
Details
It’s been a long day, and you’re tired. You’re thinking, “I do not want to have dinner with people I barely know.” Yes, you do! Don’t miss this opportunity to continue to build your network and to continue the big conversations that began earlier. Connect with your group during the institute mixer in Skyline I by 7:15 p.m. sharp to stroll to a nearby restaurant for your 7:30 p.m. reservation. (Please click into your profile in the "Attendees" section of the insittute app to view your designated group and restaurant; dinner will be at your own expense.)
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast
Details
Fuel up for the day two with a hot breakfast with fellow institute participants. Consider joining one of the pre-determined table discussions.
9:10 PM - 9:20 AM
Introduction of Day 2
9:20 AM - 10:30 AM
Identity-conscious Leadership and Enhancing Your JEDI Lens
Details
Often we consider justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion from the context of our roles. However, it is also important to consider JEDI lenses in the context of our lived experiences: who we are, how we lead, and what we need to thrive in our roles and not merely survive. In this interactive session we will explore individual, intersectional identities utilizing the identity-conscious supervision model and utilize the group to support one another in this exploration.
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Break
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Concurrent Competencies Conversations
Details
Join other members of the cohort for a faculty-facilitated, focused discussion about a topic of importance to AVPs.
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Institute Luncheon with Address by NASPA President Kevin Kruger
Details
Quickly respond to that urgent email from campus, but hurry to lunch. It’s plated! Also, why not sit with someone you haven’t met yet?
1:25 PM - 2:35 PM
What VPSAs Need and Expect from AVPs to Promote Divisional and Institutional Success
Details
The relationships between AVPs and their vice presidents for student affairs are critically important ones that impact the effective management and leadership of the division and the institution. During this interactive live session, participants will engage with four sitting VPSAs to explore the strategies for cultivating positive and effective relationships to advance divisional priorities, cultivate cross-divisional cooperation, and promote institutional success. Panelists will also share tips for those interested in eventually transitioning to a VPSA role.
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Supervising with Care
Details
Supervising as an AVP involves self-awareness, care for others, and the ability to build a collaborative culture that encourages growth and results. This can be challenging as the AVP role often involves supervising more experienced staff and a broader portfolio. This session will present pragmatic practices to implement leadership and supervision philosophies presented in earlier sessions using the framework of challenge and care.
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Networking Refreshment Break
Details
Someone at another table said something really interesting earlier. Grab a snack and connect with them to learn more!
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Faculty-led Reflection Teams
Details
Your faculty-facilitated reflection teams will meet in the same locations as yesterday:
Jaime Anzalotta: Broadway I
Nicole Boulais: Pavilion Ballroom
Taléa Drummer-Ferrell: Broadway II
Juan Guardia: Broadway III
Danielle McDonald: Broadway IV
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast
Details
Fuel up for the final day with a hot breakfast with fellow institute participants.
8:55 AM - 9:05 AM
Introduction of Final Day
9:05 AM - 9:50 AM
Leveraging Relationships and Utilizing Politics
Details
AVPs are often at the center of political crossroads that have personal, positional, and institutional implications. This session will focus on how to leverage the power of relationships and utilize political savvy to advance our work. Anchored in the "Navigating the Politics" chapter of the AVP: Leading from the Unique Role of the Associate/Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs (Hecht & Pina, 2015) book, this interactive session will include opportunities for discussion, self-reflection, and reviewing the value of politics in our work.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
AVP Dialogues
The faculty have been paying attention to topics you want to discuss. Join other members of the cohort for a faculty-facilitated, focused discussion about one of those top-of-mind topics.
11:10 AM - 11:55 AM
Faculty-led Reflection Teams
Details
Your faculty-facilitated reflection team locations remain unchanged:
Jaime Anzalotta: Broadway I
Nicole Boulais: Pavilion Ballroom
Taléa Drummer-Ferrell: Broadway II
Juan Guardia: Broadway III
Danielle McDonald: Broadway IV
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Institute Wrap-up
Details
Our time together began with a focus on self and high expectations for the Institute content and networking opportunities. Following structured sessions, informal discussions, time for reflection, networking with colleagues, and meals in community, the 2023 NASPA Institute for New AVPs is coming to an end. This session is designed to conclude our time together with some faculty and participant reflections. We look forward to hearing from you.
Registration
Registration as a member is based on individual membership status at the time of the event. If your current membership will expire prior to the event, you will have the option to renew at the time of registration to receive the member rate.
If you are not a current member and are employed by a college or university that is an institutional member, you can join as a professional affiliate member for $80. If your institution is NOT a member, you can join as an associate affiliate member for $250. Both membership types provide access to the individual member rate for the event. Please visit the membership section of the NASPA website to learn more about membership types and benefits. We hope you’ll consider joining today!
For a comprehensive listing of NASPA registration policies, please visit this page.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Institute participants are strongly encouraged to also attend the 2023 NASPA AVP Symposium, which will take place in the same location immediately following the institute. A registration fee discount of 25% will be offered to institute participants who attend the symposium. Upon completion of your institute registration, you will receive an email confirmation that contains a discount code for you to apply to your registration for the symposium. Learn more about the 2023 NASPA AVP Symposium.
Registration |
||
|
Early Bird Through 12/12/2022 |
Regular 12/13/2022 through 1/6/2023 |
Late 1/7/2023 to 1/16/2023 |
NASPA Member |
||
| $745 | $845 | $945 |
Non-Member |
||
| $945 | $1045 | $1145 |
Registration Policies
Registration Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation/refund deadline less a $50.00 administrative fee is December 6, 2021. This program may be cancelled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. In this case, fees will be refunded; however, NASPA will not be responsible for additional costs, charges, or expenses, including cancellation/change charges assessed by airlines, hotels, and/or travel agencies. NASPA is not responsible for weather or travel related problems and will not reimburse registration fees for these issues. Please click here to submit a refund request. Refunds will not be processed after December 6, 2021 for any reason.
Please allow 7-10 business days for processing. To inquire about the status of a refund after 10 business days, please send an email to [email protected] .
Payment Policy:
Changes in payment method or credit card after the initial payment is processed are NOT permitted, no exceptions. Please be sure that you are using the appropriate credit card for this transaction.
Click here to view NASPA’s complete Payment Policies and Procedures.
The registration rate displayed is based on your current individual membership status.
Substitutions: Substitutions are allowed by individuals within the same institution/company. Substitutions should have the same member classification so that the payment is an even exchange transfer of payment. Please email your request for the substitute attendee to [email protected].
Questions
|
Registration: NASPA Event |
James Stascavage |
Venue
Hilton Portland Downtown
Portland, Oregon
All conference activities will take place at the
Hilton Portland Downtown
NASPA has arranged special room rates for conference attendees at the Hilton Portland Downtown at $149/night (not including state and local taxes).
| Hotel | Room Rate / Night |
| Hilton Portland Downtown 921 SW Sixth Avenue Portland, Oregon, 97204 503-226-1611 |
$149 - Single/ Double |
Travel Information
Travel
The Hilton Portland Downtown is located in the heart of Downtown. Close to businesses, shopping, restaurants, theater cultural districts, and only 10 miles from Portland International Airport.
For your convience, the hotel offers valet parking for a daily rate of $55.
Directions
Directions from Portland International Airport
Leaving the airport, follow signs for I-205 S. Take I-205 S and I-84 W/US-30 W to SE Morrison Bridge. Take the exit toward City Ctr from I-84 W/US-30 W. Continue on SE Morrison Bridge. Take SW 3rd Ave to SW 6th Ave and the hotel will be on the left.
Weather
Weather in Portland, Oregon
January is a frosty winter month in Portland, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C). It rains18.3 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Portland, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. During the entire year, snow falls for 6.4 days and aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.
For more information on the weather in Portland, please visit weather.com
NASPA Global Health, Safety, and Responsibility
To read NASPAs full statement and policies regarding global health, safety, and responsibility, please visit this page.
Sponsors
If you would like to sponsor the 2023 NASPA Institute for New AVPs, please contact Senior Director of Corporate Development Fred Comparato at 614-204-5994 or at [email protected].
