Opening Ceremony & Reception
Come together with your colleagues and friends as we reflect on our individual “Power to Imagine and Courage to Act.” Greg Mortensen, author of Three Cups of Tea, will deliver a stirring keynote that, combined with inspiring words from our student speakers, will set the tone for ACPA’s 85th Anniversary Celebration and a Convention to remember. Sunday, March 29, 6:30 p.m. – Potomac Ballroom
Join all Past Presidents of ACPA as we enjoy a taste of the nation at this year’s Opening Reception. Travel “around the country” and enjoy cuisine from the Southwest, Midwest, South, and Mid-Atlantic regions as you reconnect with your ACPA family. Sunday, March 29, 8:00-10:00 p.m. – Exhibit Hall E
Assembly
The centerpiece of ACPA is its members….and we want to hear your voice. Please plan to join ACPA leadership so that you can hear upcoming priorities and help shape the future of your association. Tuesday, March 31, 1:00-3:00 p.m. – Cherry Blossom Ballroom
Convention Showcase
Imagination Celebration: A Multicultural Birthday Party is the theme for the 2009 Convention Showcase. Come and join your friends and colleagues and celebrate the many State and International Divisions, Commissions, and Standing Committees that make up ACPA, many of whom are celebrating their anniversaries. Celebrations are as diverse as the people who partake in them – from quinciñeras to bar mitzvahs to Shichi-Go-San – so expect an atmosphere complete with tasty birthday treats and other surprises. Imagination Celebration provides a great opportunity to get involved and connected with ACPA. Please note that the Graduate Preparation Fair for Masters and Doctoral students will be on Sunday March 29. Monday, March 30, 6:30-8:00 pm – Potomac Room
Convention Colleagues Program: Establishing Your Relationship with ACPA
Is this your first time at ACPA? Join us for a comprehensive orientation to ACPA and to the Annual Convention. In addition to sharing more about the organization, and how to navigate the hundreds of events, we will provide an opportunity to network with seasoned professionals. Sponsored by the Standing Committee for Graduate Students and New Professionals. Sunday, March 29, 4:00-5:30 p.m. – Maryland Ballroom
Culture Fest
Join the Standing Committee for Multicultural Affairs as they celebrate the many cultures represented in ACPA at the Culture Fest. Enjoy a wide range of lively performances by local talent and your ACPA colleagues as they share their heritage through the performing and visual arts. Tuesday, March 31, 8:00-11:00 p.m. – Potomac Ballroom
Journal of College Student Development 50th Anniversary Celebration
As the leading scholarly publication in the field of Student Affairs, the Journal of College Student Development is proud of fifty years of scholarship and leadership in the profession. Past editors, editorial board members and scholars are invited to a special reception (by invite only) to celebrate our rich past and bright future. Sunday, March 29, 8:30-10:00 p.m. – Cherry Blossom Ballroom
Special Commission Anniversary Events
Commission on Alcohol & Other Drugs 20th Anniversary
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Special Standing Committee Anniversary Events
Standing Committee for Men 25th Anniversary
The SCM has gathered some of the leading scholars in our field regarding identity development. Panelists Dr. Elisa Abbes, Miami University, Dr. Marcia Baxter-Magolda, Miami University, Dr. Tracy Davis, Western Illinois University, Dr. Shaun Harper, University of Pennsylvania, and Rachel Wagner, University of Dayton will explore how multiple identities and their intersections affect us as professionals and our work with students and consider the impact of masculinity. Consult convention program for celebration details.
Special State CPA Anniversary Events
Colorado CPA 10th Anniversary
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Georgia CPA 40th Anniversary
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Maryland CPA 40th Anniversary
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Minnesota CPA 40th Anniversary
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New Hampshire CPA 30th Anniversary
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North Dakota CPA 30th Anniversary
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New Jersey CPA 25th Anniversary
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South Carolina CPA 40th Anniversary
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Virginia CPA 40th Anniversary
Come together with your colleagues and friends as we reflect on the Virginia College Personnel Association’s 40 years of connecting you across the Commonwealth. We will be celebrating along with the North Carolina College Personnel Association and the South Carolina College Personnel Association. Consult convention program for celebration details.