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Fall Conference

WVASPA

WV TRiO Joint

west virginia association of student personnel administrators

Parkersburg, WV November 4-6, 2015

www.wvaspa.org www.wvtrio.org

[email protected]

Twitter: @WVASPA or @WVTRIO

Conference Hashtag: #triowvaspa15

Featured Speaker: David C. Hardesty, Jr. President Emeritus, West Virginia University (1995-2007) Professor of Law, WVU (1995 - present) David Hardesty is President Emeritus and Professor of Law at West Virginia University. He teaches subjects related to legal ethics, leadership for lawyers, trends in the legal profession, law practice management and the role of legislatures in the American legal system, including bill drafting. Professor Hardesty holds degrees from West Virginia University, Oxford University (which he attended as a Rhodes Scholar), and Harvard Law School. He also attended advanced courses in higher education leadership and decision theory at Harvard University. Professor Hardesty is a frequent speaker on subjects related to the legal profession, higher education and leadership. He and his wife, Susan, are co-authors of Leading the Public University, Essays, Speeches and Commentary, published for West Virginia University by the WVU Press (2007). He has facilitated retreats and other meetings of boards and community groups for over three decades.



Featured Speaker: Jennifer Bloom, Ed.D. Associate Professor and Coordinator of the Higher Education Leadership Master’s Degree Program Florida Atlantic University Jennifer L. Bloom, Ed.D. joined the Department of Educational Leadership and Research Methodology at Florida Atlantic University in August 2015 as an Associate Professor and Coordinator of the Higher Education Leadership Master’s Degree Program. She previously served as a Clinical Professor and Director of the Master’s degree program in the Higher Education & Student Affairs Program housed in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policies at the University of South Carolina (USC) from August 2007 to August 2015. Prior to USC, she served as the Associate Dean for Student Affairs & the Medical Scholars Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign. She earned her doctorate in Higher Education Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1995. Dr. Bloom is a co-founder of the Appreciative Advising and Appreciative Education movements. She established the annual Appreciative Advising Summer Institute, the Appreciative Education Conference, an on-line Appreciative Advising course, the process for Certifying Appreciative Advisers, and other exciting initiatives related to Appreciative Advising and Appreciative Education.



Featured Speaker: Nicole Norfles, Ed.D.

Director, Program Practice and Innovation Council Opportunity in Education Dr. Nicole Norfles serves as Director, Program Practice and Innovation at the Council for Opportunity in Education working directly on their i3 grant, now termed “GO College Collaborative.” Her role is to develop, manage and coordinate initiatives to execute the objectives of the model by working with Collaborative Coordinators in Erie, PA and Louisville, KY to organize implementation of the model, much like Talent Search +, including oversight of the College Access Program Directors and College Coaches, throughout the project. Dr. Norfles previously served as the Education Program Officer with the Oprah Winfrey Foundation, as a Policy Consultant with Casey Family Programs, as Special Assistant to the President of the Council for Opportunity in Education and as Fellow in the PELL INSTITUTE. Dr. Norfles received her doctorate from The George Washington University.



Conference Schedule The Blennerhassett Hotel - Parkersburg, WV

Wednesday, November 4 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Registration Promenade 10:30 a.m. Welcome Charleston Ballroom

Dr. Sarah Beasley, WVASPA President-Elect & Conference Chair Scott Robertson, WV TRiO President-Elect

10:45 a.m. WVASPA Speaks Presentations Charleston Ballroom

Student Affairs...Making College Worth It Dakota Doman, Assistant Vice President for Student Life and Engagement West Virginia State University Bringing Civility Back to the College Campus Barbara Copenhaver Bailey, Assistant Vice President West Virginia University

11:30 – 12:20 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Breakout Rooms WVASPA Emerging Leaders Institute Session Battling the Demons Within - Succeeding in the Turf Wars of Institutional Politics - Charleston Ballroom Steve Hensley, Dean Emeritus, Student Affairs Marshall University What's often characterized as Institutional Politics is often just a battle for scarce resources. This brief session will focus on building strategies that will help to protect support for student success, and will minimize the success of attacks on this support. TRiO Emerging Leaders Institute Session What is WV TRIO? - Parker Boardroom Scott Robertson, Director of Student Support Services West Virginia University Institute of Technology Are you new to WV TRIO? Is this your first WV TRIO Conference? Did you know that there are seven TRIO programs? Do you want to learn more about the WV TRIO state association? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then this is the session for you! West Virginia, Economics, and the Future of Higher Education - Stratford Boardroom Dr. Mordecai I. Brownlee, Dean of Students & Instructor University of Charleston Changes in national enrollment trends, in addition to state economics has caused for some interesting challenges and opportunities for institutions of higher education within West Virginia – especially for small colleges and universities. In this



session, Dr. Mordecai I. Brownlee will discuss these challenges and ways student affairs professionals can assist their institutions in addressing these challenges. From the Mountains: Exploring the Characteristics of First-Generation Appalachian College Students - Monroe Boardroom

Chris Bryant, Resident Director Marshall University For many of our institutions, we have an abundance of First-Generation Appalachian College Students. Do we understand them? Do we understand their needs? This presentation will strive to provide theoretical foundations for First-Generation College Students, the characteristics of Appalachian culture, and how we can work with our students to assist in degree persistence.

12:30 – 2:00 p.m. Lunch & Featured Speaker Charleston Ballroom

Building highly effective organizations and teams President Emeritus, West Virginia University & Professor of Law, David C. Hardesty, Jr.

2:10 – 3:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Breakout Rooms WVASPA Emerging Leaders Institute Session Perspectives from Student Affairs Leaders in West Virginia - Charleston Ballroom Moderator: Andrew Lewis, Director of Residence Life Bethany College Moderator: Candice Stadler, Director of Career Services New River Community and Technical College This panel discussion will feature student affairs leaders from a variety of higher education institutions. Panelist will discuss their pathways into the field of Student Services/Affairs/Higher Education as well as future trends in student affairs. Session participants will have an opportunity to ask panelist questions. TRiO Emerging Leaders Institute Session Don't Go Off the Rails! - Parker Boardroom Scott Robertson, Director of Student Support Services West Virginia University Institute of Technology Angela Holley, Director of Heart of Appalachia Talent Search Program Marshall University Who is Robert and why do we have to follow his rules of order? How should you conduct an association or community meeting as well as creating the agenda? Attendees will have a greater understanding of all these questions and will receive a free copy of Robert's Rules of Order. Creating and Implementing an Effective Alternative Spring Break Program - Stratford Boardroom Michael Sheldon, Resident Director West Virginia University Institute of Technology This presentation will explain the importance and process in providing an alternative Spring Break opportunity for students at your institution. It will outline the process to set and execute the “trip.” The presentation will end with examples from the Alternative Spring Break opportunity at WVU Tech for the last two years.



Strategies to Create Positive Change - Monroe Boardroom Kelli Jo McNemar, Director WV Campus Compact Volunteering is one strategy that demonstrates responsible citizenship. Join us to examine 14 strategies your campus can use to create desired change and achieve mutual goals. Considering the social change wheel, interests, and community needs, we will assess steps to implement several strategies.

3:10 - 4:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Breakout Rooms WVASPA Emerging Leaders Institute Session Professional Organization Involvement - Charleston Ballroom Dr. Susan Gardner, Assistant Dean – Professional and Student Affairs & Assistant Professor University of Charleston – School of Pharmacy Dr. Adam Green, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission During this session Drs. Green and Gardner will share the importance of professional organizations as they relate to your student affairs career. From professional development and networking to leadership roles and presentations, associations at the state, regional and national level can help increase your visibility and social capital as a student affairs administrator. In addition, involvement in professional organizations can help expand and grow your skill set. The presenters will share their own experiences as well as explore opportunities available for new and mid-level professionals. Tips and recommendations for how to “break into” associations and “break out” of your shell will also be provided. TRiO Emerging Leaders Institute Session Connecting the Dots for Program Advocacy - Parker Boardroom Scott Robertson, Director of Student Support Services West Virginia University Institute of Technology Angela Holley, Director of Heart of Appalachia Talent Search Program Marshall University As a TRIO Professional, our work doesn't end at the close of the work day. Working with community leaders along with those on the state and federal level are part of the daily routine. Gain the tools needed to make you a powerful advocate for your program participants on and off your campus.

Why College Students Need Attorneys: The Emerging Role of Student Legal Services Programs - Stratford Boardroom Carrie Showalter, Managing Attorney, Student Legal Services West Virginia University The devastating effect that even a “minor” legal issue can have on an individual’s academic progress makes it essential for Student Affairs professionals to recognize the need for students to have access to low cost/no cost legal aid. A single instance of a need going unattended can derail an individual’s academic and career progress, in some cases, irreversibly. One solution to this issue has been the development of Student Legal Service offices at many schools across the country. Can I Pee At Your School? - Monroe Boardroom Tony Sampson, Assistant Residence Director Marshall University



Have you ever wondered how the “the middle” fits in your student population? This session is a workshop that explores gender from a non-binary perspective. Participants will leave this workshop with an understanding of gender identity and expression and knowledge of how to take gender out of societal norms in university policies.

4:10 p.m. Business Meetings Breakout Rooms WVASPA business meeting - Parker Boardroom TRiO business meeting - Stratford Boardroom Senior Student Affairs Administrators meeting - Monroe Boardroom

6:30 p.m. Networking Reception Patio Tent Light appetizers will be served. 8:00 p.m. Dinner on your own

Thursday, November 5

7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast Promenade 8:40 – 9:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions Breakout Rooms WVASPA Emerging Leaders Institute Session Budget Management - Charleston Ballroom Kitty McCarthy, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs West Virginia State University Understanding the basics of budgeting is important to all of us, at any level. In times of lean resources, it is even more critical that we consider the kinds of issues associated with budgeting. What does “doing more with less” mean to you and your organization? Are there strategies and creative ways that can help us think about resources? This workshop will provide an opportunity for you to consider budgeting basics along with group discussion about the reality of decision making and the opportunities associated with understanding how budgets work. TRiO Emerging Leaders Institute Session Leadership 101: Effective Leadership Management - Parker Boardroom Scott Robertson, Director of Student Support Services West Virginia University Institute of Technology Angela Holley, Director of Heart of Appalachia Talent Search Program Marshall University Before stepping into leadership roles, we often question if we are up to the task. Attendees in this session will take part in activities to understand the ethics, principles, levels and communication strategies needed to be an effective leader. A Look at Financial Aid from Outside the Financial Aid Office - Stratford Boardroom Brian Weingart, Senior Director of Financial Aid West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission In 2014-15, the colleges and universities in West Virginia processed over $150 million in federal financial aid and over $90 million in state financial aid. With this amount of funding comes a lot of requirements that colleges and universities are



expected to follow. This presentation looks at what administrators from outside the financial aid office need to know about financial aid. Lessons about Hazing - Monroe Boardroom Andy Hermansdorfer, Director of Student Involvement and Leadership Marshall University Amber Lancaster, Fraternity/Sorority Life Advisor Marshall University Since National Hazing Prevention Week ended September 26, 2015, several incidents have shown hazing remains a widespread problem. Does your institutions struggle with how to recognize hazing within communities and how to prevent it? This session will address current data and recent research that has advanced the field of hazing prevention.

9:45 – 11:00 a.m. Featured Workshops Breakout Rooms Appreciative Advising - Charleston Ballroom Dr. Jennifer Bloom, Associate Professor and Coordinator of the Higher Education Leadership Master’s Degree Program Florida Atlantic University

This hands-on workshop will focus on providing you with an overview of this exciting movement within the academic advising community called Appreciative Advising. The presentation is based on the book titled, The Appreciative Advising Revolution, which the presenter co-authored with Dr. Bryant Hutson and Dr. Ye He from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. We will first define the terms academic advising and Appreciative Advising and look at the important role that advising plays in student success. The six phases of Appreciative Advising – Disarm, Discover, Dream, Design, Deliver, and Don’t Settle – will be defined. Participants will not only learn what each phase means, but they will also have the opportunity to learn specific techniques for implementing each of these phases.

Council for Opportunity in Education for TRiO - Parker Boardroom Dr. Nicole Norfles, Director, Program Practice and Innovation Council Opportunity in Education

Events, Communities and Advocacy all come together in this COE Update. What is the take away from the Annual conference and other events that are happening? And, what is the advocacy message we all need to practice? This and more will be covered in the COE update. Managing Student Workers - Stratford Boardroom Candice Stadler, Director of Career Services New River Community and Technical College

Student workers are critical to the operations of many student affairs offices. Managing student workers can be a challenging and gratifying experience. This session will explore best practices in managing student workers. The presenter will discuss techniques to help student workers learn professionalism and employability skills.

11:15 – 12:30 p.m. Featured Speaker Charleston Ballroom

Associate Professor and Coordinator of the Higher Education Leadership Master’s Degree Program, Florida Atlantic University – Dr. Jennifer Bloom

12:30 – 1:45 p.m. Awards Luncheon Charleston Ballroom



2:00 – 2:50 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Breakout Rooms WVASPA Emerging Leaders Institute Session Conversations on Supervision: Assisting Staff in Reaching Their Potential - Charleston Ballroom Dr. Allen Withers, Vice President of Student Services New River Community and Technical College Effective supervision in student affairs fosters a number of benefits – higher productivity, loyalty, improved self-confidence, employee retention and more. All of these factors ultimately help in creating an environment that supports student success. In this session, Dr. Withers will set the stage by describing various styles of supervision in student affairs and share insight from experience in supervising staff on college and university campuses. TRiO Emerging Leaders Institute Session TRiO Access and Success Advocacy Toolkit - Parker Boardroom Gary Williams, President Educational Consultant Services This workshop will focus on strategies and materials for TRIO programs that are designed to help develop recognition for the need to provide additional support for TRIO and other access and success programs providing services to low-income/first generation students. Redesigning a One-Stop Shop on a Shoestring Budget: Low-Cost, High Impact Practices - Stratford Boardroom

Dr. Sarah Beasley, Director of Retention Concord University Steve Jarvis, Program Specialist Concord University Eric Lopez, Graduate Assistant Concord University Scotty Hagerman, Graduate Assistant Concord University We will share the creative ways the Concord Academic Success Center, a one-stop shop with limited resources, has created in-house tools (e.g., early alerts, tracking and student coaching resources) and partnered with academic divisions and other offices on campus to more effectively serve our students from admission to graduation. WV Healthy Campus 2020 - Monroe Boardroom Andrew Walker, Criminal Justice Instructor WVU Parkersburg Amy Saunders, Director of Student Health Education Programs Marshall University This session will highlight the WV Collegiate Initiative to Address High Risk Alcohol Use, the organization that proactively addresses alcohol and other drug and associated violence issues at colleges in WV. The session will discuss Healthy Campus 2020 with WV data and current evidence-based solutions to improve college student health.

3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Closing Session Charleston Ballroom



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Notes:



Board of directors

Candice Stadler, Immediate Past President

Vanessa Keadle, President

Dr. Sarah Beasley, President-Elect

Andrew Lewis, Treasurer

Michelle Nabers, Secretary

Dr. Susan Gardner, Historian

Michelle “Micki” Ruppert, Communications / Webpage editor

Dr. Adam Green, NASPA II Representative

Anthony Underwood, SSAO Representative

Michael Sheldon, Residence Life Representative

Steven Jarvis, Student Engagement Representative

Chris Bryant, Student Support Services Representative

Scott Robertson, Liaison with WV TRiO Association

thank you to the WVASPA

who graciously served as the conference planning committee



Board of directors Vanessa Keadle, Immediate Past President

Dr. Sarah Beasley, President

Dr. Mordecai Brownlee, President-Elect

Andrew Lewis, Treasurer

Emily Sands, Secretary

Candice Stadler, Historian

Lee Tabor, Communications / Webpage editor

Dr. Adam Green, NASPA II Representative

Michael Sheldon, Member-at-large

Steven Jarvis, Member-at-large

Phil Shipley, Member-at-large

Zac Tardiff, Member-at-large

Board of directors Carol Carol Suder-Howes, Immediate Past President

Vivian Cespedes, President

Scott Robertson, President-Elect

Nick Bedway, Treasurer

congratulations to WVASPA’s new

WV TRiO Association



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