April 30, 2024
Early Registration Deadline
May 28, 2024
Regular Registration Deadline
June 13, 2024
Late Registration Deadline
2024 NASPA M. Ben Hogan Small Colleges and Universities Institute
In-Person Conferences Small Colleges and Universities Division AVP or "Number Two" Senior Level VP for Student Affairs
June 23 - June 26, 2024 Portland, OR
Hosted on a biennial basis by NASPA’s Small Colleges and Universities Division, the NASPA M. Ben Hogan Small Colleges and Universities Institute is a four-day residential program during which vice presidents for student affairs (and the equivalent) and other senior-level administrators engage in discussion and reflection about critical issues in student affairs and examine effective and innovative programs.
Participation in this institute is limited to the highest-ranking student affairs officer on campus and other senior-level administrators who (1) report to the highest-ranking student affairs officer and (2) have substantial responsibility for divisional leadership. For example, a director of student conduct who oversees student conduct functions only would not be eligible. An associate dean of student affairs who oversees several departments/units/functional areas would be eligible to attend.
The registration fee for this unique program includes housing and most meals.
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About
The 2024 Institute will be the thirteenth in its twenty-six-year history and will be held on Lewis & Clark campus in Portland, Oregon. The Institute brings together vice presidents for student affairs and other senior-level leaders at small colleges and universities with enrollments of fewer than 5000 students for three days of learning and networking
An intentional component of this signature NASPA program is living and learning together on the host campus.
In 2024, the program will begin with an opening reception and dinner on Sunday, June 23 and will end at noon on Wednesday, June 26. Additionally, several optional pre-institute outings will be offered on Sunday, June 23 for early-arriving participants.
About M. Ben Hogan
In March 2016, the NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Division proposed that the NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Institute be renamed in honor of Michael “Ben” Hogan. The NASPA Board of Directors enthusiastically supported the proposal, and the Institute was renamed the NASPA M. Ben Hogan Small Colleges and Universities Institute. The 2018 institute, hosted by the University of Puget Sound, was the first that bore Ben's name.
Ben Hogan had a long and distinguished career in student affairs. Having spent time at Lycoming College in Pennsylvania and Springfield College in Massachusetts, among other places, Ben was a long-time student affairs administrator at small colleges. As the chairperson of the NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Network (predecessor to the current division), he worked tirelessly to advance the mission and purpose of the small college movement. He was instrumental in laying the groundwork for increased recognition, which resulted in small colleges and universities gaining a seat on the NASPA Board of Directors. Through this work, Ben championed the concept of a professional development experience specifically for small college professionals, and he served as the chairperson of the first NASPA Small Colleges and Universities Institute in 1998.
Venue
Lewis & Clark College
All institute activities will take place at Lewis & Clark in beautiful Portland, Oregon. An intentional component of this signature NASPA program is that participants live and learn together on the host campus. Attendees will be housed in an on-campus, apartment-style suite with a private bedroom and a shared bathroom. Given this unique aspect of the program, we are not able to accommodate family members or other traveling companions in the institute-provided housing.
Institute Schedule
The Institute "officially" kicks off with an Institute Welcome Session on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Other sessions and activities on Sunday are optional, some of which carry an additional registration fee. The Institute schedule is subject to change.
Shuttle Schedule
Airport shuttles will be available on the hour based on the following schedule (e.g., Saturday starting at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, etc.). You will need to reserve your shuttle time in advance in order to guarantee your spot on the shuttle. A reservation form will be sent out to all participants closer to the 2024 institute dates.
If you are arriving outside of the determined shuttle schedule, a Lyft discount code for $10 off your ride to campus will be provided to you (please request this accordingly on the same reservation form).
- Saturday (from airport, on the hour): 11am-8pm
- Sunday (from airport, on the hour): 8am-5pm
- Wednesday (to airport, on the hour): 8am-2pm
Lyft discount offered outside of hours on the three days: $10 discount OFF ride
Please note that this schedule may change. Final details will be shared with participants closer to the event.
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.
Schedule
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Institute Check-in for Early Arrivals
Participants who have registered and paid for early arrival lodging may check-in for the Institute during this time.
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Breakfast Available for Participants with Early Arrival Lodging
Participants who have registered and paid for early arrival lodging (see pre-institute offerings below) may enjoy breakfast during this time.
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Institute Check-in
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pre-institute Outing: Hike Latourell Falls in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Details
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Pickup: Fowler Student Center
Enjoy the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area by hiking Latourell Falls - a 2.9 mile loop with a 600’ elevation gain. We’ll hike through a forest of big cedars and firs as we visit two waterfalls and a grand vista of the gorge on this trail of moderate difficulty level. On our return to Portland we will stop at the Sugar Pine Drive-in for participants to purchase and enjoy a meal (not included) along the Sandy River.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Pre-institute Outing: Downtown Portland Highlights
Details
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Highlights: Powell’s Bookstore, Pearl District, Pioneer Square, Chinatown
Pickup: Fowler Student Center
Enjoy your own self-paced walking tour of downtown Portland! A shuttle van will pick you up from campus and drop you off in downtown, where you’ll be able to enjoy the myriad of shops, restaurants and bars available. We recommend comfortable walking shoes for this outing.
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Pre-institute Outing: Portland’s Japanese Garden & International Rose Test Garden Tour
Details
Sunday, June 23, 2024, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Visit Portland’s iconic Washington Park and enjoy 2 hours of self-guided tours in this urban oasis. Portland’s Japanese Garden (admission included) encompasses eight separate garden styles, a tea house, meandering streams and walkway and a spectacular view of the city and beyond. Portland’s International Rose Test Garden is home to over 600 rose varieties and 10,000 rose bushes. How you split your time between the two parks is up to you! On your return to campus, participants will stop at a downtown food cart pod for lunch (self-paid).
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Opening Reception
6:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Opening Dinner with Keynote Address
8:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Optional: Networking Time
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast Available
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Institute Welcome and Participant Introductions
10:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Institute Session
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
12:50 PM - 1:50 PM
Sponsored Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Community Session
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Refreshment Break
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Institute Session
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Break
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Optional: Small Group No Host Dinner
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Optional: Networking Time
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast Available
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Introduction to Day 3
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Institute Session
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Refreshment Break
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Institute Session
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Community Session
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Refreshment Break
3:30 PM - 5:50 PM
Institute Outing
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Cocktail Hour and Dinner
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Optional: Networking Time
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Check-out Available
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
Breakfast Available
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Institute Session
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Community Session
Pre-institute Offerings
During the day on Sunday, June 23, you'll have the chance to participate in some optional pre-institute sessions and activities. All pre-institute offerings require registration, and some have an additional registration fee. Institute attendees who wish to participate in these optional activities may also register for early arrival lodging, which is available on Saturday evening, June 22 for an additional $58.00. (Breakfast on Sunday, June 23 is included with your early arrival lodging fee.)
Pre-institute Outing: Downtown Portland Highlights
Sunday, June 23, 9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy your own self-paced walking tour of downtown Portland! A shuttle van will pick you up from campus and drop you off in downtown, where you’ll be able to enjoy the myriad of shops, restaurants and bars available. We recommend comfortable walking shoes for this outing.
Cost: $10
Pre-institute Outing: Hike Latourell Falls in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Sunday, June 23, 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area by hiking Latourell Falls - a 2.9 mile loop with a 600’ elevation gain. We’ll hike through a forest of big cedars and firs as we visit two waterfalls and a grand vista of the gorge on this trail of moderate difficulty level. On our return to Portland we will stop at the Sugar Pine Drive-in for participants to purchase and enjoy a meal (not included) along the Sandy River.
Cost: $ 20
Pre-institute Outing: Portland’s Japanese Garden & International Rose Test Garden Tour
Sunday, June 23, 9:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Visit Portland’s iconic Washington Park and enjoy 2 hours of self-guided tours in this urban oasis. Portland’s Japanese Garden (admission included) encompasses eight separate garden styles, a tea house, meandering streams and walkway and a spectacular view of the city and beyond. Portland’s International Rose Test Garden is home to over 600 rose varieties and 10,000 rose bushes. How you split your time between the two parks is up to you! On your return to campus, participants will stop at a downtown food cart pod for lunch (self-paid).
Cost: $35
Early Arrival Lodging and Breakfast
Saturday, June 22, evening
Institute attendees who wish to participate in optional pre-institue activities may also register for early arrival lodging, which is available on Saturday evening, June 22 for an additional $58.00. (Breakfast on Sunday, June 23 is included with your early arrival lodging fee.)
Invited Speakers
Registration
Participation in this institute is limited to the highest-ranking student affairs officer on campus and other senior-level administrators who (1) report to the highest-ranking student affairs officer and (2) have substantial responsibility for divisional leadership. For example, a director of student conduct who oversees student conduct functions only would not be eligible. An associate dean of student affairs who oversees several departments/units/functional areas would be eligible to attend.
Your registration fee includes
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all institute materials
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housing in a private bedroom with a bathroom shared by not more than one other person on Sunday, June 23; Monday, June 24; and Tuesday, June 25 (Some attendees may choose to arrive on Saturday, June 22 to participate in the pre-institute activities on Sunday, June 23; housing is available by adding "Early Arrival Lodging and Breakfast" to your registration.)
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breakfast on Monday, June 24; Tuesday, June 25; and Wednesday, June 26
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lunch on Monday, June 24 and Tuesday, June 25
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dinner on Sunday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 25
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!
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Early Bird Registration (9/13/2023 - 4/30/2024) |
Regular Registration (5/1/2024 - 5/28/2024) |
Late Registration (5/29/2024 - 6/13/2024) |
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| Member Rate | $545 | $625 | $700 |
| Non-member Rate | $745 | $825 | $900 |
Scholarship Opportunities
If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may qualify for a NASPA Foundation Membership Scholarship or NASPA Foundation Professional Development Access Scholarship, which can be used for this event.
Registration Policies
Refunds will be given for cancellations, received in writing by April 30, 2024, less a $50.00 processing fee. In addition, a processing fee of $50.00 per registration will be charged for credit cards declined.
For a comprehensive listing of NASPA registration policies, please visit this page.
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Continuing Education
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NASPA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). Programs that qualify for CE credit in this program are clearly identified. NASPA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program. To receive CSAEd credit for the 2024 NASPA Mid-level Administrators Conference, please complete and submit the Certified Student Affairs Educators Request Form. In addition, attendees must complete the online conference evaluation, which will be emailed to you shortly after the conference. A PDF certificate will be sent via email after the form has been processed. Certificants who attend the 2024 NASPA Mid-level Administrators Conference (MLAC) can earn up to 10 credit hours CSAEd Core or a maximum of 1.5 credit hours for CSAEd SJI, depending on what sessions they attend during the event.
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NASPA has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5120. NASPA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Participants can receive a maximum of 2.50 clock hours for this event. To receive credit, please complete the NBCC Clock Hour Monitoring Form. In addition, attendees must complete the online conference evaluation, which will be emailed to you shortly after the conference. A PDF certificate will be sent via email after the form has been processed.
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Planning Committee
Laura Bayless (co-chair), Vice President for Student Affairs, Fitchburg State University
Slandie Dieujuste (co-chair), Vice President for Student Affairs, Springfield College
Rocky Campbell, Assistant Dean of Student Engagement, Lewis & Clark College
Evette Castillo Clark (host), Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students, Lewis & Clark College
Li-Chen Chin, Dean of Student Life, Bennington College
Jamie Costello, Associate Vice President & Dean of Students, Massachusetts College of Art & Design
Michael Deen, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, Austin College
Sindy Fleming, Associate Dean of Students, Carleton College
Travis Hill, Associate Dean of Student for Student Engagement, Hamilton
Tamara Ko, Director of Student Engagement and Special Events, Lewis & Clark College
Pato Lin-Steadman, Assistant Director of Leadership and Mid-to-Senior Level Career Initiatives, NASPA
JoNes VanHecke, Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students, St. Catherine University
Sponsors
Interested in sponsorship opportunities for this event? Connect with Fred Comparato at 614-204-5994, or click below to send an email.
Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors!
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