January 12, 2024
Regular Registration Ends
November 30, 2023
Extended Deadline for Call for Programs
December 6, 2023
Awards Nominations Close
January 13, 2024
Late Registration Begins
January 26, 2024
Registration Closes
December 15, 2023
Early Bird Registration Closes
2024 NASPA Alabama Drive-In Conference
Regional Drive-in/Small Conference Region III AVP or "Number Two" Faculty Graduate Mid-Level New Professional Senior Level
January 26, 2024 The University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa, AL
The NASPA-AL Drive-In is a one-day conference that brings together Student Affairs professionals from across Alabama and neighboring states. We will learn from one another, discuss the critical issues impacting our field, and network with new and established colleagues. Our theme for 2024 is “Inspiring Innovation”! More information about the conference content and program submissions can be found on the NASPA Alabama website.
The 2024 Drive-In Conference Venue is The University of Alabama Student Center at The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Registration Rates
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Registrant Type |
Early Bird Rate Before Dec 15, 2023 |
Regular Rate Dec 16, 2023 – Jan 12, 2024 |
Late/On-Site Rate Jan 13, 2024 -Jan 26, 2024 |
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General Registration-NASPA Member |
$75 |
$90 |
$100 |
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General Registration- Non-Member |
$85 |
$100 |
$110 |
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All Students |
$40 |
$40 |
$40 |
Non-member Registration: Anyone can register to attend NASPA events, members and non-members. In order to register, you will need to create a profile but will not be required to have a membership. Please select the "Don't have an account?" option beneath the register button to create your profile. After the profile has been created, you can register and receive the non-member rate for the event. The cost for the New Professionals Institute is included with a conference registration.
To receive a reduced registration rate, sign up for an annual NASPA membership today!
Are you an undergraduate, graduate student, or new professional staff member? If so, check out the Drive-In Conference Scholarship opportunity:
Program Proposals
Extended Program Proposal Deadline is Thursday November 30, 2023
Program Status notifications will go out mid December 2023
Selected presenters will receive a $10 off their early bird registration rate. Coupon code will be shared in your program status acceptance notification letter. Please note coupons cannot be used retroactively, so we recommend waiting until you receive the status of your program proposal before registering.
The NASPA-Alabama Conference Committee invites you to join us Friday, January 26, 2024 to reflect on our collective and individual goals, passions, and purposes of NASPA and student affairs. Our conference theme is "Inspiring Innovation”.
We are seeking proposals that highlight the monumental work our membership is doing to support students, further the mission of our association, and approach our profession with innovation and creativity. All complete proposals will be considered by the committee and we are looking for a diverse group of presentation topics that support different Competency areas to provide our attendees with plenty of options for educational sessions in support of the Inspiring Innovation theme during the conference.
Proposals will be evaluated based on content; relevance to current issues, and the Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners; evidence of clearly stated outcomes and objectives; contribution to the knowledge and practice of student affairs; and adherence to program submission guidelines.
Please submit demographic information for the coordinating presenter, and complete all of the fields below.
For longer text fields, such as the program abstract and outline, you may find it easier to type in a word processing program and cut and paste the text into the space provided.
For questions regarding the proposal process, please contact Noel Fegumps, email [email protected]
Awards
2025 award nominations are open and are due by January 31, 2025
Complete a nomination by filling out a submission form.
NASPA Alabama 2025 – Awards
Future Leader Award (Graduate Student)
The Future Leader Award recognizes outstanding contributions by a graduate student. Nominees have made a significant contribution to their campus, demonstrated academic achievement, exceeded the expectations of their respective leadership positions, assumed a leadership role at their institution and demonstrated potential for substantial contributions to the student affairs profession.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III Outstanding Graduate Student Award.
Rising Star Award (New Professional)
The Rising Star Award recognizes outstanding contributions by a new professional in student affairs. Nominees demonstrate initiative, contribute to programs that address the needs of students and the institution, and create campus environments that promote student learning and personal development.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III William Leftwich Award for Outstanding New Professional.
Outstanding Contribution to Student Engagement
The Outstanding Contribution to Student Engagement Award recognizes a professional’s work at the campus level in the area of student programs. This recipient makes contributions above and beyond the assigned duties of their position and has a significant impact on student programs at their institution.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III Bob E. Leach Award for Outstanding Service to Students.
Spirit of Diversity Award
The Spirit of Diversity Award exemplifies the spirit of diversity as it applies to a commitment and appreciation for diversity and inclusion. Nominees have provided leadership and direction in fostering a culture of appreciation for multicultural values and the acceptance of individual and group differences.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award.
Region III Outstanding Service Award
The Region III Outstanding Service Award recognizes sustained volunteerism to NASPA at the state, regional, or national level through involvement in multiple branches (regions, knowledge communities, divisions, and groups) of the association. The recipient should have demonstrated significant impact on NASPA as an association through volunteer service.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III John Koldus Award for Distinguished Service to NASPA Region III in instances where the recipient has held membership in NASPA for 10 years.
Outstanding Mid-Level Student Affairs Professional
The Outstanding Mid-Level Student Affairs Professional Award recognizes a mid-level student affairs professional who has demonstrated professional responsibility for the direction, oversight, and/or supervision of one or more student affairs functional areas, and/or one or more professional staff members. The recipient should have a record of innovative programming that has had a significant impact on their respective campus. Additionally, the recipient should demonstrate service to NASPA through volunteerism and/or leadership roles held at the state, regional, national or international level.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III James E. Scott Outstanding Mid-Level Student Affairs Professional Award.
Outstanding Contribution to Student Affairs Through Teaching
The Outstanding Contribution to Student Affairs Through Teaching Award recognizes a professional with responsibility for teaching graduate or professional school students who wish to pursue a career in higher education administration and student affairs. The award recipient should demonstrate consistent and excellence mentorship for graduate students as well as scholarly achievement and contribution across the profession.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III Outstanding Contribution to Student Affairs through Teaching Award.
Outstanding Performance as a Senior Student Affairs Officer
The Outstanding Performance as a Senior Student Affairs Officer Award recognizes a senior administrator who serves as the Chief Student Affairs Officer at their respective institution. The recipient should be seen as collaborative, effective, and inspirational on their campus and have a high level of competency in developing staff. The CSAO should demonstrate exemplary managerial and administrative skills as well as leadership in campus and community initiatives. Additionally, this award recognizes a CSAO who has made significant contributions to professional associations through scholarship, leadership, and volunteerism.
The recipient of this award will be the NASPA-AL nominee for the Region III John Jones Award for Outstanding Performance as a Senior Student Affairs Officer.
