March 21, 2025
Accepted applicants will be notified on or around this date.
March 7, 2025
SSAO Letter of Recommendation - Due Date
April 16, 2025
Accepted applicants MUST register and pay no later than April 16
June 8, 2025
Start of MMI 2025
June 13, 2025
End of MMI 2025
2025 NASPA Region III/SACSA Mid-Managers Institute (MMI)
Division/Group Events Supporting the Profession Region III AVP or "Number Two" Faculty Mid-Level Senior Level VP for Student Affairs
June 8 - June 13, 2025 University of Tennessee, Knoxville | Knoxville, Tennessee
The Mid-Managers Institute (MMI) is a focused and unique professional development experience presented by a partnership between SACSA and NASPA Region III. It offers an opportunity for mid-level professionals to enhance and develop the skills, relationships, and dispositions that distinguish them in the profession and enables them to make more meaningful contributions to the people and programs they serve. The cost to attend is $850 (SACSA/NASPA Member) or $900 (Non-Member). Fee includes institute materials, lodging, and meals once onsite. You are responsible for your own transportation to and from Wilmington, NC.
Please send any inquiries to the NASPA/SACSA MMI Coordinators Ali Ramirez ([email protected]) or Ra’meer Roberts ([email protected]).
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About MMI
What is the Mid-Managers Institute?
The Mid-Managers Institute is an application-based program with focused and unique professional development experiences sponsored by SACSA and NASPA Region III. It offers an opportunity for mid-level professionals to enhance and develop the skills, relationships, and dispositions that distinguish them in the profession, and enables them to make more meaningful contributions to the people and programs they serve.
Participants have the opportunity to learn from faculty mentors, guest presenters, and their mid-level colleagues. Past topics included: managing from the middle, navigating politics and campus climate, strategic planning, synergy between academic affairs and student affairs, professional competencies, and career planning. Participants leave with strategies and skills that will make an impact when they return to campus.
The Mid-Managers Institute is designed for individuals with at least five years of experience as a full-time professional with supervisory responsibility of one or more units and professional staff.
Leadership & Faculty
Leadership and Faculty
Venue
About University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) is the flagship institution of the University of Tennessee system, founded in 1794. Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, UTK is a public research university offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. It is known for its strong commitment to research, innovation, and community engagement. With over 30,000 students, UTK fosters a diverse and inclusive campus culture. The university is home to renowned programs in business, engineering, law, and the sciences, and is a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC), contributing to a vibrant campus life through academics and athletics.
About Knoxville, TN
Knoxville, Tennessee, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, is a vibrant city known for its blend of Southern charm, natural beauty, and rich history. As the home of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville boasts a lively college-town atmosphere with a strong focus on arts, culture, and athletics. The city offers a mix of outdoor recreational activities, with access to rivers, parks, and nearby national parks, alongside a revitalized downtown featuring restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Knoxville is also a hub for innovation, attracting businesses and residents with its growing economy, affordable living, and welcoming community. For more information go to https://www.visitknoxville.com.
Lodging and Meals On-Site
MMI participants will be staying in an apartment-style facility centrally located on the campus of University of Tennessee. Throughout the institute, all MMI attendees will be housed on a private floor with their own private room and share a bathroom with one other participant. Each will have access to all of the amenities outlined below:
- Accessible accommodations available
- Individual thermostats
- Laundry rooms
- Wireless internet connection
- Workout facility
- Multipurpose meeting room
- Recreation room
- Conference room on each floor
- Living area on each floor
- Internet lounge on each floor
Cost
For lodging, participants are required to stay in a residence hall on the campus of UT Knoxville. Each participant will have their own private bedroom with a shared bathroom. Each apartment has a washer/dryer, a kitchen, and a living room. MMI covers meals, but participants should plan on covering one meal on their own (during an excursion) while on site.
Schedule
2025 MMI Schedule at a Glance (Subject to Change)
Day One
Day Two
Day Three
Day Three
Day Five
Day Six
- 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Arrival and Check In
- 12:30 PM - 2:15 PM: Optional Campus Tour (12:30PM & 1:30 PM Option)
- 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Welcome and Opening from the Faculty
- 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM: Dinner
- 6:45 PM - 8:30 PM: Mentor Groups - Expectations and Intentions
- 8:30 PM: Social
- 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Workout/Meditation/Reflection (Optional)
- 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM: Breakfast (Dining Hall)
- 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM: Morning Updates
- 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM: Getting the Most out of MMI
- 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Presentation 1
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: B R E A K
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Presentation 2
- 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Special Presentation
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch (Dining Hall)
- 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Mentor Groups
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Special Presentation
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Presentation 3
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: B R E A K
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Dinner (Dining Hall)
- 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Mentor Groups
- 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Reception
- 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Workout/Meditation/Reflection (Optional)
- 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM: Breakfast (Dining Hall)
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Mentor Groups
- 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM: Morning Updates
- 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Presentation 4
- 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM: Lunch (Dining Hall)
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch (Dining Hall)
- 1:30 PM - 2:25 PM: Mentor Groups
- 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM: Presentation 5
- 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM: B R E A K
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Presentation 6
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Dinner (Dining Hall)
- 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM: Rotating Presentation (30 min each)
- 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Workout/Meditation/Reflection (Optional)
- 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM: Breakfast (Dining Hall)
- 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM: Mentor Groups
- 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Morning Updates
- 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM: Mentor Group Photos
- 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM: Presentation 7
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch (Dining Hall)
- 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Presentation 8
- 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM: B R E A K
- 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM: Presentation 8
- 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM: Group Photo
- 4:15 PM - 4:30 PM: B R E A K
- 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Mentor Groups
- 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM: Dinner (Dining Hall)
- 6:15 PM - 9:00 PM: Off Campus Excursion
- 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Workout/Meditation/Reflection (Optional)
- 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM: Breakfast (Dining Hall)
- 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Mentor Groups
- 9:45 AM - 10:00 AM: Morning Updates
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Session 10
- 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM: Mentor Groups
- 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM: Lunch
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Session 11
- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Group Photo (2nd Option)
- 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Special Presentation
- 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Individual Meetings with Faculty
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Group Dinner and Night Out
- 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Individual Meetings with Faculty
- 6:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Workout/Meditation/Reflection (Optional)
- 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Mentor Groups
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Closing Reception Brunch
As you arrange your departure, please keep in mind the closing brunch. You're encouraged to get a flight mid-afternoon.
FAQ
| 1. Do I need to provide my own lodging? | No. The cost includes institute materials, lodging, and meals once on site. You are responsible for your transportation to and from Knoxville, TN. |
| 2. When do I need to arrive and depart? | See the schedule outline for more information. |
| 3. What meals are covered? | Every meal is covered, with the exception on the meal on your own time block. |
| 4. What is there to do in Wilmington? | You may want to check out https://www.visitknoxville.com for more information on exciting things to do in town. |