July / August 2011
IN THIS ISSUE:
Keynote Speakers Conference Luncheon Keynote Speaker Conference Case Study Information Non Conference Programming Resolutions Beverly Daniel Tatum, Ph.D. Research Grant
SACSA Foundation When Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum became the ninth president of Awards and Recognition Spelman College in 2002, she set an expectation that Spelman Career Services College would be recognized as one of the finest liberal arts colleges in the country – a place where young women of African Website Update descent could say, “This place was built for me and it is nothing less than the best!” With her creative energy focused on five strategic goals – Academic SACSA Excellence, Leadership Development, Improving our Environment, Visibility of our LEADERSHIP Achievements, and Exemplary Customer Service (collectively known as Spelman President: ALIVE), Spelman College has experienced great growth. Spelman is now widely Melissa Shivers recognized as one of the leading liberal arts colleges in the nation. Applications have increased more than 40% in the last six years, making Spelman one of the most Past President: Sherryl Byrd selective women’s colleges in the United States.
President- Elect: During her tenure, the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement (LEADS) was Roland Bullard created and its annual Women of Color Leadership Conference established as a VP for Marketing and national professional development resource. The curriculum has expanded to include Outreach: Chinese language instruction, and in 2008, the Gordon-Zeto Fund for International Laura Waltrip Initiatives was established with a gift of $17,000,000, increasing opportunities for
VP for Member faculty and student travel as well as providing additional financial aid for international Relations: students. Overall, scholarship support for Spelman students has doubled since 2002, Shawnboda Mead and opportunities for faculty research and development have expanded significantly. Through the Every Woman, Every Year Initiative launched in 2006, alumnae support of VP for Professional Development: the annual fund has grown to 39% and continues to rise. Campus improvements Denisha Bonds include the award-winning renovation of three historic buildings and the 2008 completion of a new “green” residence hall, increasing on-campus housing capacity by Member - at - Large: more than 25% and establishing the campus commitment to environmental April Heiselt sustainability for the 21st century. These improvements serve as the foundation for the Member - at - Large: next phase of development, Strengthening the Core: The Strategic Plan for 2015, Creston Lynch which focuses on global engagement, expanded opportunities for undergraduate research and internships, alumnae-student connections, leadership development and Member - at - Large: Dwaun Warmack service learning linked to an increasingly interdisciplinary curriculum.
Executive Director: Continued on page 2, Tatum Joe Buck Continued from page 1, Tatum In addition to being an accomplished administrator, Dr. Tatum is widely recognized as a scholar, teacher, race relations expert and leader in higher education. The recipient of numerous honorary degrees, in 2005 Dr. Tatum was awarded the prestigious Brock International Prize in Education for her innovative leadership in the field. Her best-selling titles include Can We Talk About Race? And Other Conversations in an Era of School Resegregation (2007) and Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations About Race (1997). She is also the author of Assimilation Blues: Black Families in a White Community (1987).
Actively involved in the Atlanta community, Dr. Tatum is a member of several boards including the Executive Committee of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the Woodruff Arts Center, the Community Foundation of Atlanta, and recently co-chaired the Early Education Commission of the United Way. Dr. Tatum is also a member of several national non-profit boards including the Institute for International Education, the Council of Independent Colleges, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, and Teach for America. Appointed by President Obama, she is a member of the Advisory Board for the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities. She also serves on the Georgia Power corporate board of directors.
Dr. Tatum earned a B.A. degree in psychology from Wesleyan University, and M.A. and Ph.D. in clinical psychology from University of Michigan. She also holds a M.A. in Religious Studies from Hartford Seminary. She has served as a faculty member at the University of California at Santa Barbara, Westfield State College, and Mount Holyoke College, where she also served as dean and acting president.
President Tatum is married to Dr. Travis Tatum, a retired college professor; they are the parents of two adult sons. Opening Keynote Speaker
A.Paul Pyrz, Jr.
Paul Pyrz serves as the President of LeaderShape, Inc., a not-for-profit organiza- tion located in Champaign, Illinois. LeaderShape has been providing ethics-based leadership programs for men and women across the country for the past twenty years. Prior to joining LeaderShape in August of 2000, he spent 11 years working in Student Affairs, primarily in residential life, at Arizona State University, the University of California at Davis, the University of Miami (FL), and the University of Illinois. In between, Paul also worked with Franklin Covey, a personal productivity company known for their time management tools. He received both his bachelors and masters degree from Arizona State University in Business Admin- istration and Human Resource Development, respectively; and is currently completing his doctorate in Educational Organization and Leadership at the University of Illinois. His mission is to help others live and lead with integrity. Paul is married to Patty and they have a son, Caleb, who is five, and a one-year old daughter, Casey.
P A G E 2 Case Study Participants & Judges Wanted!
As we prepare for the upcoming SACSA conference, the New Professionals’ Committee would like to invite graduate students to participate in the annual case study competition. We are also seeking judges for the competition. Below is some important information regarding the competition.
When The case study competition will take place on Sunday, November 6, 2011 from 9 am – 5 pm. All participants of the case study competition should attend a short meeting after the conference orien- tation meeting on Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm to review information. Please refer to your conference program for room information.
Registration Registration can be completed as you register for the conference via your conference registration from. No worries if you do not have a case study competition partner; we can randomly assign you!
Participants Participants are graduate students currently attending a SACSA member school. Competition teams will consist of two students per team.
Judges Each team will be judged by a three judge panel. We are seeking new professionals, mid- managers and SSAOs to lend their expertise and talent as judges for the 2011 case study competition. Judges can either serve a half day or a full day; the choice is up to you! Contact Janice Hicks at [email protected] if you would like to volunteer. Please include your name, job title, institution, and time available to judge on Sunday, November 6th.
Competition Each team will have a pre-scheduled 15-minute time slot. Teams may arrive up to one (1) hour pri- or to their scheduled time to receive the case study. They will then have one hour to prepare their presentation. At their scheduled time each team will be allotted fifteen minutes to present their case and answer questions from the judges.
Winners Awards and cash prizes will be given to the winners at the awards banquet on Monday, November 7, 2011. Non Conference Programming
Do you ever get to the point where you wish you were maximizing the strengths you have in order to have the best outcome possible? Well, this years SACSA’s Non Conference Programming Committee presents to you: I have taken the Strengths Assessment-Now What? Strategies to empower students and student affairs professionals through strengths-based approaches- presented by Dr. Joelle Carter from George Washington University. 1. Participants will learn more about strengths and be able to identify and explain their own personal strengths 2. Participants will be able to consider a current project they are working on and integrate a strengths-based approach 3. Participants will be able to identify two ways that they can further develop themselves or their staff members through strengths development.
P A G E 3 Research Grant 2011 Resolutions Deadline: Monday, Deadline: Friday, August 1st October 14th
The Southern Association for College Student Affairs SACSA Resolutions are prepared each year in (SACSA) encourages research in student affairs theory recognition of the accomplishments of colleagues who and practice by annually awarding a research incentive have made outstanding contributions to the Southern grant. The approximate monetary grant(s) (up to $500) Association for College Student Affairs, NASPA will be presented at the fall 2011 conference. College Region III and or the field of Student Affairs. All student affairs professionals and graduate students working on a master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation are submissions for resolutions must undergo review by eligible to compete for the award. the SACSA Executive Council and will be presented before the general membership at the subsequent
annual conference pending its approval. IF I RECEIVE THE GRANT, AM I OBLIGATED TO DO SOMETHING? Within a year of receiving the grant, the recipient must either make a presentation about the Please complete the information below research at the SACSA conference or submit an article by October 14th and send to: about the research for possible publication in the College Student Affairs Journal. Adrien DeLoach SACSA Resolutions Chair CRITERIA FOR REVIEW OF RESEARCH GRANT: [email protected] 1. Significance of the research (to include): o Contribution to the field of student affairs Information on Person(s) Being Recognized. Items o Timeliness of the topic marked with an asterisk are required. o Magnitude of the issue o Extent to which the research provides new information or strategies Full Name/Organization Name* 2. Quality of research design (to include): Purpose of Resolution* o Appropriateness of research design Professional Title o Appropriate use of quantitative and/or qualitative Affiliated University/College methods Role with SACSA* 3. Overall presentation (to include): o Writing (clarity, grammar, etc.) Please provide information regarding any personal accomplishments, credits, and or o Organization outstanding characteristics associated with the o Professionalism individual(s)*
Please list any professional accomplishments, HOW CAN I APPLY? Submit a description of the honors, and or accolades received by the research project, including title, research question(s), individual(s)* population, instruments, method, timetable, relevance to student affairs research or practice, and an itemized Please provide a brief description of contributions budget. This proposal should be no longer than 5 word- made to the field of Student Affairs, the Southern processed, double-spaced pages. Graduate students Association for College Student Affairs, or any must also include a letter of support from their faculty other special commentary advisor/chair. Submit proposals in Microsoft Word as an Please provide a summary statement or closing e-mail attachment to [email protected]. Deadline remarks* for submissions is August 1, 2011. Applicants are Any additional remarks: required to be SACSA members in order to receive this award. Information on Person Submitting Resolution
Submitter Name:* QUESTIONS: Submitter Email Address* Please contact Dr. Monica Burke, at (270) 745-8997 or at [email protected]. Submitter Phone Number
P A G E 4 SACSA Foundation Joelle Davis Carter PhD, Chair 2011-2012
THE SACSA FOUNDATION HAS A FACEBOOK PRESENCE!
The SACSA Foundation has been working diligently over the summer to identify and implement strategies to increase its capacity to support the membership through professional development opportunities. This year, the Board of Directors unveiled its “Cultivate a Life of Stewardship” campaign. The purpose of the campaign is to increase members’ awareness about the importance and power of financially contributing to organizations such as the Foundation as well as identifying ways to increase professional development through existing programs such as the Dissertation of the Year Award and the Research Grant and for new programs such as conference travel support grants for graduate students and new professionals. None of these new ideas can be achieved without the support from our membership!
In an effort to raise this awareness, the Foundation now has a Facebook (FB) presence. Please log on to your FB account and request access to the page today. In addition to our “revived” SACSA webpage, we hope to use FB as a medium to acknowledge members’ contributions to the Foundation and increase giving before the 2011 Annual Conference.
One of our first initiatives will be our “Countdown to the Conference Challenge”. Each week, I will post a notice that indicates the remaining weeks until the Annual Conference and challenge SACSA members to donate that particular amount or more (e.g. 17 weeks=$17, 15 weeks=$15, etc.) in an effort to encourage each SACSA conference participant to make a contribution PRIOR to annual meeting. It is our hope that will raise and sustain the momentum of contributions that we realize during the conference each year. So don’t wait another second! Log onto Facebook and join the SACSA Foundation group today. Not only will you receive up to date information about the Foundation’s activities but you can witness how and why SACSA members believe in advancing the Foundation’s efforts through their personal resources and time. This is our year of “Members Helping Members” through SACSA.
The Foundation Board of Directors is working hard to implement innovative strategies to keep you informed and involved. In particular, I would like to thank Mr. Ken Posner who facilitated our web- site changes as well as initiated our Facebook presence. I would also like to thank Ms. Tanisha Jenkins who has been taking an active role in contacting our SACSA colleagues and friends to en- courage them to contribute to the Foundation prior to the conference as well. We appreciate all the work and energy each of you have contributed to the Foundation thus far. Please continue to support us as we seek to “Cultivate a Life of Stewardship”!
P A G E 5 2011 SACSA Awards and Recognition Deadline: Friday, August 5th !!
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2011 SACSA Awards and Recognition process! All nomina- tions should be submitted electronically through the SACSA website by August 5, 2011. Once the call for nominations has closed, award nominees will be contacted by the Chairperson of the Awards and Recogni- tion Committee and asked to submit their resume, chronology of SACSA involvement, a letter of recommen- dation from the colleague(s) of their choice and a high-quality photograph by no later than September 2, 2011. We are excited to announce the addition of the Outstanding Graduate Student Award to recognize and honor the accomplishments of SACSA’s active graduate students.
Questions regarding the nominations process may be directed to: Tanisha L. Jenkins ([email protected]), 2011 SACSA Awards and Recognition Committee Chairperson Awards & Recognition Committee Members: Sherryl Byrd, Roger Becks, Denisha Bonds, Jonathan Johnson
The Melvene Draheim Hardee Award The Melvene Draheim Hardee Award recognizes contributions to student personnel work by a member of the Association. Recognition will be for achievement in one or more of the following areas: Development of a model program or concept that impacts student personnel work in the Southeast. Significant research and/or publication. Providing outstanding leadership in professional organizations and/or endeavors. Any unique and outstanding contribution to student personnel work that calls for acceptance and acknowledgement throughout the profession.
The Howard Davis Sr. Award The Howard Davis Sr. Award recognizes outstanding service rendered to SACSA by a member of the Association. Recognition will be for achievements in one or more of the following areas: Performance of duty above the expected. Completion of a service to the Association that reflected faithful and competent achievement. Development of new programs or concepts with a positive impact upon the Association.
The Bobby E. Leach Award The Bobby E. Leach Award recognizes a student affairs professional or graduate student who has contributed significantly to the development of multicultural relations on a college or university campus. Criteria are as follows: Currently active in SACSA (one year minimum membership). Must have been significantly involved at least two years in efforts, which have contributed to improvement of multicultural relations on his/her campus.
The New Professional Award The New Professional Award recognizes a new professional who has provided exemplary service to SACSA. Criteria are as follows: No more than five years of full-time experience in student affairs. Current membership for at least one full year and active involvement in SACSA. Demonstrated service to the profession (e.g., presented a paper, workshop, conducted research, demonstrated leadership) and promise shown for becoming a leader in the field. Attended at least 2 SACSA affiliated professional development conferences, workshops, or activities. Possess outstanding character and potential role model stature for other new professionals.
P A G E 6 Awards and Recognition, continued
The Outstanding Graduate Student Award – BRAND NEW AWARD The Outstanding Graduate Student Award recognizes a graduate student for their academic achievement, campus involvement and potential for significant contributions to the Student Affairs profession. Criteria are as follows: Enrolled as a full-time student pursuing masters or doctoral work in a Student Affairs-related degree program, with intention of pursuing a career within Student Affairs. Current membership for at least one full year and active involvement in SACSA. Demonstrated academic achievement. Active involvement and leadership roles in campus activities and organizations. Possess a paraprofessional or intern-related position within the Student Affairs Division.
The Joe Buck Service Award The Joe Buck Service Award recognizes the long-term membership and service of Dr. Joseph A. Buck, Vice President for Student Affairs Emeritus at Armstrong Atlantic State University, to the Southern Association for College Student Af- fairs. Dr. Buck currently serves as SACSA's inaugural Executive Director, a position for which he has volunteered since 2001. Prior to this role, Dr. Joe Buck has served SACSA with distinction since 1973. His accomplishments include: SACSA Scholar, 2003, 2002 Local Arrangements Chair, 2000, 1990, 1980 SACSA Foundation participant. H. Howard Davis, Sr. Award Recipient, 1988 SACSA President, 1984-1985 SACSA Historian, 1976, 1975 Chair, By-Laws Committee, 1987, 1986 Chair, State of Georgia, Sexual Harassment Task Force. 1988, 1987 Chair, Consultative Services Program, 1977, 1976
The Joe Buck Service Award shall be presented to a dependable and dedicated SACSA member who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the Association. Criteria are as follows: Minimum of five years of SACSA membership. Demonstrated record of committee service and/or leadership. Has not served as an elected officer. Has not received prior award recognition from SACSA. Viewed by SACSA colleagues as a role model, mentor, and unsung hero of the Association.
Lifetime Honorary Memberships Lifetime Honorary Memberships shall be presented to long-term members of SACSA who have made notable contributions to SACSA and the College Student Affairs Profession. Criteria are as follows:
Should no longer be eligible for regular membership. Should have been a regular member for at least seven years. Should have been actively involved in SACSA by serving in some leadership capacity, either as a committee chair and/or participating in at least one of the SACSA-sponsored professional development activities (i.e., the annual conference, Mid-Managers’ Institute or New Professionals’ Institute) as a coordinator or presenter.
Click here to submit a nomination: http://sacsa.org/displayemailforms.cfm?emailformnbr=144211
P A G E 7 Career Services Website Update
Career Services We hope you are utilizing our new and improved website and are finding the information you need. In Check out some interesting blogs and the next few months we will be adding committee resources on line: pages and more information about the programs and http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ services you seek from SACSA. In the meanwhile higheredcareercoach/2011/04/29/trusting-the-job- the graduate preparatory program listing has been search-process-with-ann-marie-klotz updated. Please send us information about your
program if it is not on the list. The Graduate Preparation Programs list can be found here: http:// about.me https://about.me/ An online resource to www.sacsa.org/associations/6953/files/ promote yourself or your business.
Career Opportunities
We encourage you to post your position openings on SACSA's website at http://www.sacsa.org/jobbank.cfm.
The following positions are currently available: Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, Mississippi State University Associate Director for Diversity and Multicultural Education, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Get Connected!
Tanisha Jenkins , Awards & Recognition Joy Smith , NASPA-III Vice President SACSA-lert Committee: Pam Curtis , Career Services Dr. Dawn Watkins , New Professionals Institute Alison Brown Ana Didonato , Conference Chair Jim Conneely , Nominations Matt Clifford Lakiesa Cantey Rawlinson , Conference Local Arrangements Lamar Bryant , Parliamentarian/By-Laws Tyger Glauser Dr. Diane Cooper and Dr. Laura Dean , Co-Chairs Faculty/ Rusty Guill , Partners/Sponsors/Exhibitors Matt Varga Graduate Professional Preparation Programs Dr. Monica Burke , Research Dr. Joelle Davis Carter , Foundation Adrian DeLoach , Resolutions Dr. BJ Mann , Historian Khorey Baker , SACSA's 'Newest' Professionals Clay Brown and Kenneth Posner , Membership Co-Chairs Christina Thompson , Social Networking Dr. Andrew Johnston , Mid-Managers Institute Dr. Deb Kladivko , Strategic Planning Janice Hicks , Multicultural Awareness Beth Waltrip , Talent Development
P A G E 8