Next Generation Conference
The Next Generation Conference, simply referred to as "Next Gen", will be held Saturday and Sunday, March 26-27, 2011 prior to the start of the ACPA Baltimore 2011 Convention. Next Gen is a unique opportunity for approximately 100 undergraduates from across the nation to learn about careers in student affairs. Participants will meet and learn from current graduate students, graduate preparation program faculty, and seasoned student affairs professionals who work at a variety of colleges and universities across the country. This is a great way for undergraduates to explore the profession and gather information to plan their future. Download the Next Gen Conference Frequently Asked Questions Fact Sheet (pdf).
Topics Covered
Highlights of this year's conference include:
- Welcome, Conference Overview, & Introductions
- Keynote Address
- Opportunities to connect with ACPA Leadership
- Current & Future Issues in Student Affairs
- Perspectives of Graduate Faculty and Current Graduate Students
- Graduate Preparation Program Displays
- Making the Transition: From Student Leader to Professional
- Interaction with the Convention Opening Speaker
- Participation in the Annual Convention Opening Session
Schedule
The conference begins at noon Saturday, March 26th and concludes early in the evening Sunday, March 27th, just in time for the Convention's opening session. Sessions and highlights of this year's conference include:
Saturday Afternoon
Registration • Welcome and conference overview • Teambuilding • Student Affairs: A Day In The Life
• Keynote Address: Critical Issues In Student Affairs • Panel discussion of keynote • Networking social
Saturday Evening
Participants will travel to a neighboring university. Dinner and small group discussions with university representatives.
University presentation on critical student affairs issues
Sunday Morning
Breakout sessions • Diversity and social justice—Educating to what end? • Graduate school fair
Sunday Evening
Meeting with opening keynote speaker. Final reflections.
Registration
The cost to attend the Next Gen Conference is $100 USD if registration is postmarked by March 7, 2011. After March 7, 2011, the rate is $150 USD and accepted on space availability only.
The Annual Convention has created special rates for Next Gen participants who also stay and attend the Annual Convention. The registration rate for Next Gen and the convention is $200 USD if postmarked by March 7, 2011. After that date, the cost is $275 USD and accepted only if there is space availability at the Next Gen Conference.
All attendees of Next Gen are required to register for the conference. Registration includes: all conference sessions on March 26th and 27th; dinner on March 26th; lunch on March 27th; and admission to the Opening Session and Reception of the ACPA Annual Convention on Sunday, March 27th.
Visit the Accommodations in Baltimore page for the list of hotels.
Scholarship Information
Scholarships for the 2011 Next Generation Conference are available to any participant who wishes to apply. Scholarships cover student registration and are sponsored by various ACPA Commissions, Standing Committees, and State/International Divisions. Applications must be completed and submitted by January 8, 2011. Scholarship of $100 USD (Next Generation Convention Registration) and/or $150 USD (ACPA Annual Convention Student Registration).
Qualified Applicants Must:
- Be a current full-time undergraduate student with an interest in pursuing a future career in Student Affairs.
- Be available to attend the Next Generation Convention on March 26-27, 2011.
- Submit a completed application by the deadline, January 8, 2011.
- Include one letter of recommendation from a student affairs professional.
Accolades
"If you are even slightly entertaining the idea of going into student affairs, Next Generation is for you! The staff are enthusiastic and informative; you will come away with an incredible breadth of knowledge. Even if you know this is the field for you, resources are available to help you prepare for the transition." -- Colleen Hughbanks, Trinity University
"The Next Generation Conference was a great eye-opening opportunity for me to learn more about student affairs. The other student participants made the weekend very easy to get through and showed me how other people like me are interested in the field. The faculty and staff members that led and directed the conference were extremely helpful; the wide array of information they provided me will be useful in my future and has certainly clarified some things about the student affairs profession." -- Michael Noseh, Southern Vermont University
"2009 was the first year that GW ever sent students to the Next Gen conference. It was an easy decision because of the location of this year's conference and I know that the students found the experience to be invaluable. We believe that one of our major roles at GW is to help our students find their passion and Next Gen helped over 10 of our students refine their future plans and goals. They were able to meet a range of professionals and an incredible sampling of the incredible undergraduate leaders from across the country. I would highly recommend that every institution put aside the funds to send at least one student to Next Gen every year to benefit the student, the institution, and the field of Higher Education." -- Tim Miller, Executive Director, Student Activities, George Washington University
For lodging access needs, please inform the hotel when making your reservation. Please communicate all other accessibility needs to:
Deb Casey , Convention Access Coordinator, Dean of Student Services, Green River Community College
+1 253 833 3328 • TTD: +1 253 288 3359 • dcasey@greenriver.edu
For additional Next Gen information, please contact:
| Peter Magolda Next Generation Conference Co-Chair Professor, Dept. of Educational Leadership Miami University of Ohio magoldapm@miami.edu |
Donna Lee Next Generation Conference Co-Chair Vice President of Student Life & Dean of Students Agnes Scott College dlee@agnesscott.edu |
