WACUHO Conference 2008
The New Professionals Committee is excited to tell you about some great events that are planned for you at the conference! We encourage you to take use these opportunities to get the most out of your conference experience:
Attend the Newcomers/New Professionals Welcome and Orientation
The New Pro's Committee and the Executive Committee will take this time to welcome you to the conference before it officially begins. This will give you an opportunity to figure out what the conference is all about and meet other new professionals within WACUHO. Look for this event on Sunday, March 16 at 4pm (exact room location will be available at check in).
Participate in the Conference Connections Breakfast
This is an excellent opportunity to connect with experienced professionals within the region. You will get to sit down and talk with them, exchange contact information, and hopefully maintain contact throughout the year. You can always sign up for this at the Newcomers Welcome or just stop by Monday, March 17th at Breakfast (7:30-8:30). See Conference Schedule for location.
Attend the Diversity and Affirmative Action Network Sessions
These are important places to discuss issues and challenges facing diversity education. Participants also get the opportunity to exchange ideas about what’s going on at various campuses. In addition, be sure to look for programs sponsored by the Diversity and Affirmative Action Committee.
Check out the exhibitor booths
We really do mean it when we say you get lots of cool free stuff. While there, you will have the chance to play WANGO, a bingo-like game where once you finish, you will be entered into a drawing to win cool prizes! You can also drop off business cards at the corporate sponsored booths for individual giveaways.
Participate in the Passport Program
The passport program is a bingo-like game offered by the New Professionals Committee to allow you to meet vendors, attend New Pro's Committee sponsored activities and programs, and win cool prizes. It is a fun and easy way to make your mark at the conference.
Branch Out and Network, Network, Network!
This is another good reason to bring your business cards. There will be many people at the conference from a variety of departments and institutions. It’s always nice to meet someone new and make a lasting connection.
Get involved
One easy way to get involved in WACUHO is through the variety of committees. Look in the Hospitality Suite for a committee nomination form or contact any Exec Committee Member while you are at the conference. It is never too late to join a committee. The conference also needs volunteers to run smoothly and I can assure you that is the easiest way to make connections and get involved.
Feeling lost?
New Professionals Committee Members will be wearing polo shirts and we will have a sticker on our name tag. We will be glad to help you connect with others at the conference that may be equally new to WACUHO.
Get comfy
WACUHO is known to be a casual conference. It is okay to wear khakis or even jeans during the sessions if that’s what works for you. However, we do suggest wearing a nicer outfit for the formal banquet on Tuesday evening.
Stop by the hospitality suite
Enjoy opportunities to network, relax, and eat free food.
Attend activities sponsored by the New Professionals Committee
This is a great way to meet new professionals in the region just like you. It is our goal that you will make connections that will last throughout the years. The New Professional's Committee has identified a "New Professional's Track" for programs. Most of those are identified as a New Professional target audience in your program booklet. We highly encourage you to attend those programs. In addition, the New Pro’s Committee has planned several activities, such as:
Sunday, March 16
4:00 pm - Newcomers/New Professionals Welcome and Orientation
Monday, March 17
7:30 am – The Conference Connections Breakfast
6:00 pm – New Pros Night on the Town (meet in Lobby)