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SACSA 2009Southern Association for College Student Affairs

2. Interest Session V: 10:30 a.m. —11:30 a.m. — _Monday
Roundtable: The Unification of NASPA & ACPA - What do you think? Salon 7
Facilitator: Dr. Tom Shandley, Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students, Davidson College
A Joint Task Force on the Future of Student Affairs recently recommended to the respective boards of NASPA
and ACPA that the two organizations seriously consider unification. Please come to this interactive session to
hear more about the report and voice your opinion on this recommendation.
Students with Disabilities: Reading Lyrics Differently - How Do We Help? Salon 8
Dr. Dennis E. Gregory, Old Dominion University; Ms. Kate Broderick, Old Dominion University
Congress recently considered legislation to amend the ADA, to remove the need for a person to have a life
activity limitation to be considered disabled. Concerns about students with mental and emotional disabilities,
issues related to counseling, and broad student risk assessment committees are at the center of discussions
on many campuses. This program will seek to address those issues and to discuss ways in which campuses
can enhance partnerships between themselves, secondary schools, parents and students with disabilities.
The Assessment Scale: The Creation of an Assessment Culture at Columbus State University Salon 9
Gina Sheeks, Darryl B. Holloman, and Alyshia Johnson
The ability to effectively assess programs and services are among the most crucial elements being
undertaken by colleges and universities today. In this session, the presenters share a "culture of
assessment" that was created within the Division of Student Affairs at Columbus State University (CSU).
Infusing this "culture of assessment" throughout the Division has led to the creation of an electronic
assessment reporting tool. This electronic tool was developed collaboratively with CSU's Technology
Department to assess programs and services within Student Affairs at Columbus State University.
Prepare and Recover from a Natural Disaster: Lessons Learned From Hurricane Ike Salon 10
Dr. Vince Loffredo, University of Texas Medical Branch
Hurricane Ike dealt UTMB a devastating blow when it came ashore in September 2008. Faculty, staff and
students responded with the skill, heart and resolve, and their efforts have resulted in a rate of recovery few
disaster-stricken communities or institutions can claim. This presentation will discuss and offer insight into
preparing and dealing with natural disasters. Specifically this presentation will discuss how to prepare and
recover student service departments for a natural disaster campus emergency.
Mid Managers: Make a Note Clydesdale
Moderator: Pam Nessle Curtis, University of Louisville; Panel: Dr. Maribeth Durst, Dr. Colette Taylor,
Stephanie A. Gordon, Roger Becks
NASPA published a text in 2007 called The Mid-Level Manager in Student Affairs. This book pulled together
research and knowledge around the issues, challenges and concerns of the mid manager. What if mid-
managers knew the steps to becoming a Vice President, had opportunities to network with senior level
administrators, knew how to effectively balance family and career, and had the resources to improve their
management skills? The possibilities will be explored during this discussion.
A Duet that applies Learning Reconsidered to US/UK student services Arabian
Diane Waryold, Appalachian State University; Ian Munton, Sheffield, England
The landscape of Higher Education is shifting: what exactly will our campuses look like in the future? and
what role will student support practitioners play within it? This session explores the multiple approaches
taken to develop the holistic student learning experience, provides an opportunity to explore and evaluate
current practices, and presents an international comparison of the use of Learning Reconsidered to enhance
learning, embrace assessment and evaluation, and to further develop innovative and integrated student
support services.
Student involvement in campus governance: Advice following a national study of conduct systems
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Marc H. Shook, The University of Texas at Austin
Using the major conclusions from a national study conducted by the presenter that examined the extent of
student involvement in disciplinary adjudication at 297 four-year institutions of higher education as a starting
point, this presentation centers on an audience discussion about the benefits, barriers, and best practices
associated with substantive student participation in campus governance decisions.
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