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2009 OASPA/OCPA Annual Conference
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Keynote Speaker: Dr. Carolyn Bershad
OCPA and OASPA are please to host Dr. Carolyn Bershad, Associate Director for Clinical Services in the Counseling and Student Development Center at Northern Illinois University, as this year's keynote speaker. Dr. Bershad will address the experience of NIU’s Counseling and Student Development Center on and after the campus shooting of February 14, 2008. She will relate her experiences as a Student Affairs administrator and psychologist, and discuss the kinds of policies and procedures that allowed for an immediate and ongoing mental health response to this crisis. Dr. Bershad started working at NIU’s Counseling and Student Development Center in August 2007 as the Associate Director for Clinical Services. Prior to that time she served as Staff Psychologist at the University of Illinois at Chicago for 6 years. She has also worked in various capacities in Student and Academic Affairs at the University at Buffalo, Penn State University, the University of California, Riverside, and the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She has masters’ degrees in Asian Studies and Anthropology, in addition to her doctorate in Counseling Psychology. Dr. Bershad has been an active member of ACPA since 1999, is a member of the Commission for Counseling and Psychological Services, and is currently serving a second term on the Commission’s directorate. |
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The 2008 Robert A. Dubick Case Study Competition is a great opportunity for professional development and networking at the Annual OCPA/OASPA Conference! The Case Study Competition will take place on Thursday, January 29th from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Working in a team of two graduate students (either self-selected or assigned interested individuals), you will appraise a case concerning crisis on a college campus and apply your knowledge of student affairs to propose a logical solution. Each team will be allocated 10 minutes for presentation and 5 minutes for questions from the judges. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams. Registration for the competition can be indicated on the OCPA/OASPA Conference registration form. Please be sure to specify your teammate. If you do not have a teammate, assignments can be made based on availability. Entries must be received by Friday, January 9th. Teams will be placed to encourage maximum institutional participation on a first come, first serve basis within an institution. Participation is limited. Click here for the Case Study Flyer! Registrations will be confirmed by email. If you do not receive the confirmation of your registration, please contact Amanda Stewart (astewar6@kent.edu or ocpagradautememberatlarge@yahoo.com).
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If you are interested in nominating someone for one of this year's conference awards you can find the awards packet available for download on our Awards page. Deadline to nomitate is December 17, 2008. If you have any questions feel free to contact the OCPA Awards Chair: Brittney Black, OCPA Awards Chair
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General Schedule:
“Cultivating an Inclusive Climate: Building Campus -Wide Partnerships” All student affairs practitioners can agree that student success depends on the university commitment to creating innovative organizational structures, policies, programs, and practices that contribute to the development of an inclusive and engaging student and campus culture. As student affairs practitioners, we often find ourselves asking, “Whose job is it anyway to make our campuses welcoming and inclusive?" Exploring diversity and ways to cultivate an inclusive campus climate has powerful implications for student affairs practitioners. Understanding diversity models and how to manage crisis affecting diverse populations is an important first step toward engaging diverse and inclusive learning communities. The Diversity pre-conference program is designed to engage a dialogue on best practices and models to effect change on college and university campuses and beyond. Who is the target audience for the Diversity Pre-Conference?
Program Itinerary
"Staying Alive – Tools to Successfully Navigate the Political Seas of Higher Education" In the “business of higher education” as there is more competition for resources, it is important for professionals to keep their political radar in good working order. This session will teach both new and seasoned professionals the “tricks of the trade” as we tread the institutional political waters, which can often be rough. We will share war stories, problem-solve and develop strategies to protect ourselves and our constituents in precarious economic times. Program Itinerary
Post-Conference Session: Job Search Boot Camp 2009 Click here for the Job Search Boot Camp Flyer! Are you… If so, then you should consider attending the Job Search Boot Camp post-conference! “Job Search Boot Camp” will help job seekers flex their organization muscles, strengthen their marketing power, and stretch their decision-making skills. OCPA/OASPA will be hosting this post-conference opportunity with a focus on the Student Affairs Job Search on Friday, January 30th from 1 to 4 p.m. Registration costs $15 and includes three sessions focused on:
OCPA 2009 Can Castle Challenge: Does your college or university have what it takes to build the highest Can Castle and win the first annual OCPA Can Castle challenge? Clean out your pantry or local supermarket and come prepared to build the largest Can Castle in an effort to fight local hunger. The winning school will be recognized at the closing lunch and all food and monetary donations will benefit the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. The Mid-Ohio Foodbank is dedicated to feeding hungry people by collecting and distributing food and grocery products, advocating for hunger-relief programs, and collaborating with others who address basic human needs. Every donation helps so tell your colleagues, show your school spirit, and donate generously! Most needed foods include: Boxed dry foods-such as pasta and instant potatoes; Canned meats-such as chili and stew; and Canned fruits and vegetables. Visit https://www.midohiofoodbank.org/pdfs/MOFB-Grocery-list.pdf for a list of most needed food items or for more information about the Mid-Ohio Foodbank! Contact Melanie Scanlon ( mms74@case.edu ) with questions.
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Conference Hotel: **To make a reservation please call 614-885-3334 or 1-800-870-0349. Callers must identify themselves as a guest with Ohio College Personnel Association. Hotel reservations must be made no later than 1/8/2009 12:00:00 AM for this discount. Nearby Hotels: Days Inn Worthington Red Roof Inn Motel 6 Columbus Worthington
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