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October 9, 2015 Utah Valley University www.utahnaspa.org | www.naspa.org Utah NASPA Annual Conference 2015 October 9, 2015 Utah Valley University Welcome to the 2015 Utah NASPA Conference! As a committee, we welcome you to Utah Valley University, and hope you enjoy the theme of “Inspire Higher” as we work together to inspire students to reach presumed unattainable heights. Enjoy the opportunity to network with Student Affairs professionals from across the state, while attending one of the 14 breakout sessions and our featured keynote, Matt Townsend. Schedule 8:00-9:00AM Registration & Grande Breakfast Ballroom 9:00-9:20AM Conference Ragan Welcome Theater 9:30-10:20AM Breakout Session I SC 206a,b,c 213a,b 10:30-11:30AM Keynote: Dr. Matt Ragan Townsend Theater 11:40-12:20PM Breakout Session II SC 206a,b,c 213a,b 12:30-1:50PM Lunch & Awards Grande Ballroom 2:00-2:50PM Breakout Session III SC 206a,b,c 213a,b 3:00-4:00PM Closing & Door Grande Prizes Ballroom Dr. Matt Townsend For more than a decade, Dr. Matt Townsend has been energizing and involving audiences with his unique approach to building and maintaining successful relationships. Known as one of America’s top presenters in the field of Human Relations and Development, Matt blends humor and storytelling with interactive, real-life solutions that inspire motivation and immediate results in his audiences. Having dedicated his life to the study of communication and interpersonal relationships, Matt has worked extensively in the areas of results-oriented communication, conflict resolution and time management training. As a lead presenter for industry leader, Franklin Covey, Matt worked with the Family & Special Market Division and created the company’s largest train-the-trainer program, certifying more than 900 trainers to teach his customized time management curriculum. Since working at Franklin Covey, Matt founded the Townsend Relationship Center and its affiliate firms, Capacity Consulting and Townsend Relationship Center. Through these entities, Matt has shared his expertise with relationships, communication and conflict resolution with thousands of clients ranging from individual married couples to large corporations such as CNN, Cox Communications, and Lockheed Martin. Other past clients include: American Express, Discovery Toys, Dupont, Freddie Mac, General Mills, Hewlett Packard, Dr. Matt Townsend Honda, IBM, Intel, I-Village.com, Kinko’s, Kroger’s, Lockheed Martin, Minute Maid, Nation’s Bank, Nike, Panasonic, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, UPS, the US Army, the US Navy, Mountain American Credit Union, Deseret Power and America First Credit Union. “The Matt Townsend Show” is broadcast weekday mornings on byuradio.org & Sirius XM 143 and is a weekly contributor to KSL TV’s show “Studio 5 with Brooke Walker”. Matt’s book Starved Stuff: The 7 Basic Needs of Healthy Relationships is a popular pick among those searching for better relationship skills. Dr. Matt earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communication, a second master’s degree in Human Development, and a doctoral degree (PhD) in Human Development. He is a member of the National Speakers Association (NSA) and the National Department of Commerce. In addition to his professional work, Matt actively dedicates his time as a volunteer guest speaker and is active in his church and community. He enjoys playing tennis, running, and spending time with his wife Mardi, of 24 years, and their six children (5 boys and 1 girl). Breakout Session I...........9:30-10:20AM “Serving the One. Inspiring the Many.” Sorensen Student Center (SC 206a) Wade Oliver, Utah Valley University The very nature of our work in Student Ser- vices uniquely positions us to have a positive effect in the lives of more people than we can count by simply assisting the one we are assisting at the moment with an Attitude of Service. Through a framework of research on Pro-social Behavior, and the importance of sto- ry, this fun and informative session provides insight into the profound meaning and possi- bilities of our work when it comes to serving one and inspiring many. “Your Words +/- Your Actions = Your Impact & Difference Topic: Language is not about being Politically Correct (PC) it is about how, what you say, values or harms people.” Sorensen Student Center (SC 206b) Shellie Jo. Enscoe, Salt Lake Community Col- lege The words we choose to use and the actions we take come from places of power, privi- lege and/or oppression. If we truly want ALL people to feel welcome and included we must enhance the multicultural awareness and re- sponsiveness of every member of our campus communities. In this interactive workshop, we will explore power, privilege and the intent vs. impact of our words and behaviors Let’s enhance our multicultural awareness and re- sponsiveness levels and increase the positive impact we have on people. “Using the NASPA & ACPA Professional Compe- tencies to Guide Your Development as a Stu- dent Affairs Professional” Sorensen Student Center (SC 206c) Sharon A. Aiken-Wisniewski, University of Utah What guides your development as a practi- tioner in student affairs? In August 2015, Na- tional Assn of Student Personnel Administra- tors (NASPA) and American College Personnel Assn. (ACPA) jointly announced an update to the Professional Competencies for Student Af- fairs Practitioners. These competencies broad- ly define the knowledge, skills, and attitudes expected in 10 areas. This presentation will focus on sharing these competencies, evaluat- ing your current skill set, and discussing how to use these competencies to create a profes- sional development plan. Upon completing this workshop, you will identify an area for devel- opment and create a list of strategies. “The “Next Step” Towards Graduation” Sorensen Student Center (SC 213a) Laurie McBride, Salt Lake Community College What does a “completion” project look like out in the field? What type of advising do students need as they near graduation? What are the biggest challenges students face as they ap- proach the finish line? This presentation will discuss the “Next Step Project” based in the Office of the Registrar and Academic Records at Salt Lake Community College. It will focus on a support model for encouraging students to return to college to work towards gradua- tion, even if it has been a couple of years since they have taken college classes. “Inspire Hire” Sorensen Student Center (SC 213b) Sue Stephenson, Niki Swan & Dan Felts, Utah Valley University If you are wanting to be hired these days then you need to understand the importance of referrals and networking. Objectives: • Explain the trend that employers are follow- ing of hiring those who are referred to them by a trusted source. • Share statistics to back up this evidence. • Help audience understand this trend and what to do to become known, trusted and liked. • Identify networking strategies for both intro- verts and extroverts Breakout Session II..........11:40-12:20PM “Keynote Breakout Session” Sorensen Student Center (SC 206a) Matt Townsend, Townsend Relationship Center This is an extension of his keynote address on helping others find the best in themselves. “Transgender Students: What Research Tells Us” Sorensen Student Center (SC 206b) Kyle Inselman, University of Utah Empirical research on the experiences and needs of transgender students is expanding rapidly, but there is still much to learn, and many changes to be made in institutions of higher education. This workshop will review major studies through 2015, providing data to support suggested best practices from top theorists and advocates working with trans- gender students. This workshop will include a brief introduction to transgender concepts, and is open to all, including attendees of last years’ workshop who are interested in learn- ing more. “Peace & Justice + Service Year: Taking Ser- vice Leadership to the Next Level” Sorensen Student Center (SC 206c) Sean Crossland, Salt Lake Community College The Thayne Center is exploring the combi- nation of a Service Year model and a Peace & Justice Studies Certificate to create a co- hort of students focused on social impact. The concept of a service year incorporates service into an academic year, and the Peace & Jus- tice Studies Certificate takes an interdisciplin- ary approach to social justice education. The integration of these two ideas is both chal- lenging and exciting. Join a discussion about the intersection between these two concepts and contribute your ideas. “Moving beyond Diversity to Inclusion: Tools for Working across differences in Student Affairs” Sorensen Student Center (SC 213a) Evette Allen, USU Eastern Diversity initiatives have been emerging at high rates within institutions across the US with intentions to increase the populations of underrepresented students. While these are great initiatives, diversity and inclusion should not be mistaken as synonymous. This session will be a discussion on how to evaluate your department or area on campus to move be- yond simple diversity to be truly inclusive of various and underrepresented identities. “Serving Veterans in Transition” Sorensen Student Center (SC 213b) Mary Keinz, Salt Lake Community College Participants will gain greater level of aware- ness of military culture and the difficulty Vet- erans face in transition from military to the classroom. Participants will explore transition- al difficulties faced by Veterans as a result of injuries, both physical and psychological, in higher education and how to help Veterans deal with these