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The College Student Personnel (CSP) Program at Western Illinois University is excited to announce that we will be hosting the Student Affairs 101 Conference on Thursday, Oct 25th, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the University Union of Western Illinois University.

 

CONFERENCE PURPOSE

The Student Affairs 101 Conference is designed for undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate students who are interested in pursuing professional preparation programs and/or careers in student affairs. The conference offers opportunities for participants to attend workshop sessions presented by student affairs professionals and current graduate students, network with graduate school representatives at the Graduate Fair, participate in a lunchtime roundtable discussion with current graduate students, and meet future colleagues in the field of student affairs.

 

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

This conference is all student affairs professionals, current graduate students, and undergraduate leaders who may be interested in student affairs. All  are invited to attend.

Conference registration form and $20 registration fee is due by Friday, October 19th 

checks payable to:  
 

CSPFoundation

Send to :

College Student Personnel
Sara Lytle
1 University Circle
Horrabin Hall 115
Macomb, IL 61455

 

 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The Student Affairs 101 Conference will be held on Thursday, October 25th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be a complimentary shuttle provided to-and-from the Macomb train station for all conference attendees.

 

CONFERENCE CALL TO PROGRAMS

We are currently seeking program proposals for workshop sessions. Programs will be in two tracks for: Future Student Affairs Graduates and Current Graduates and Professionals. All topics are welcome.

 

We are looking for a diverse group of presenters including those from differing institutional types and functional areas. We welcome proposals from experienced professionals, new professionals, and graduate students.

 

Please take advantage of this great opportunity to present, to assist students in their leadership development, and to provide information about the field of Student Affairs. Submissions are due by October 8, 2012 and will be accepted by mail or e-mail. All individuals who submit a program will be notified of their status by Friday, October 15, 2012.

 

LODGING AND TRANSPORTATION

Western Illinois University's residential campus is located in Macomb, Illinois, at the hub of Highways 67 (north-south) and 136 (east-west). Transportation, lodging, and parking information is available for conference attendees. (If traveling by Amtrak a shuttle to the Union Hotel will be available.)

 

MAP OF CAMPUS

The Student Affairs 101 Conference will be held in the University Union at Western Illinois University. Parking map included with campus map. Metered parking lot available near the Union.

 

GRADUATE SCHOOL FAIR REGISTRATION  

Student Affairs: Higher Education Graduate Programs are invited to distribute information and network with interested students at the Graduate Fair from 3:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Graduate Fair provides an opportunity for programs to inform students, share helpful information that may aid in the graduate school search process, and network with potential candidates. Please consider participating or sending materials for distribution. Registration forms are due by October8, 2012 and will be accepted by mail or e-mail.Send materials to

       Sara Lytle -CSP Dept.
       Western Illinois University
       1 University Circle
       Horrabin Hall 115
       Macomb, IL. 61455

CONFERENCE QUESTIONS

Please direct any questions regarding the Student Affairs 101 Conference to the WIU CSP program via e-mail (csp@wiu.edu) or telephone (309) 298-1183. Stay connected via Facebook and “like” our Student Affairs 101 Conference Facebook Fan Page to stay updated on workshop sessions, schools in attendance, and other event information.