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The 2016 NACAS Annual Conference was a success and the feedback has been tremendous! Thank you to all who participated by attending, exhibiting, presenting, and volunteering. It is your unique perspective, knowledge, and contribution that makes our conference so diverse and educational!
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The NACAS Education Foundation hosted a number of exciting and well attended events at this year's conference. Through the hard work of our leadership and volunteers the Foundation raised record breaking amounts through their annual golf outing, silent auction & raffle, and their newly debuted duck pin bowling event! These funds will help support NACAS professional development and leadership opportunities necessary to NACAS members to be successful as they support higher education through auxiliary/campus services in an ever-changing environment. |
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Congratulations to the 2016 NACAS Award winners! Your creativity, dedication to auxiliaries, and commitment to higher education have impacted not only your schools but all of NACAS. Communication Services - Dr. James Earl, University of Pittsburgh David H. Lord Award for Community Service - Ken Toong, UMass Amherst Edwin R. Golden Award for Inclusive Excellence - Virginia Commonwealth University Business Services Innovative Achievement in Auxiliary Services - Chef Eric Ernest, University of Southern California Outstanding Business Partner of the Year - Buzz.Report Regional Mentor Award - Central Region - Gheretta Harris, CASP, Wright State University Regional Mentor Award - East Region - Maria Hoagland, U.S. Military Academy Regional Mentor Award - South Region - Doug Ross, University of Georgia Regional Mentor Award - West Region - James Nasipak, Azusa Pacific University Regional Rising Star Scholarship - Central Region - Hollie Lutz, Indiana University Regional Rising Star Scholarship - East Region - Jerry P. Clemmer, University of Richmond Regional Rising Star Scholarship - South Region - Kerri Demeri, Florida SouthWestern State University Regional Rising Star Scholarship - West Region - Julie Ann Crea, Lewis-Clark State College Silver Torch - David Courter, American University (Retired) Robert F. Newton Award for Distinguished Service - Cheryl Crouch, Indiana University Volunteer of the Year - Andrea Zelinko, University of Colorado, Boulder Dr. Wright L. Lassiter, Jr. Legacy Award - Susan Herndon Caples, CASP, University of Alabama
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This week, NACAS ancillary services professionals are gathering at the University of Calgary to share knowledge on innovative food trends, best practices in the future of university housing, how to support international students, and much more! We missed seeing many of our Canadian members at the 2016 NACAS Annual Conference as they were at home celebrating Thanksgiving with their loved ones. Thank you to everyone who helped make this Canada Day happen, it would not have been possible without the help of our Canadian Committee, volunteers, and sponsors.
Thank you to our sponsors! Starbucks
Sodexo
Aramark
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This is your chance to connect with more than 5,000 auxiliary services professionals. The NACAS quarterly magazine, College Services, is utilized by members as a relevant tool regarding industry news and products & services pertaining to their job. Include your message and reach key decision-makers today! Contact your Naylor representative today. Learn more
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As NACAS approaches its 50th Anniversary, the organization celebrates a rich and successful past while also looking forward to strategize how to continue to lead the college auxiliary services industry and provide indispensable and modernized value for years to come. Over the coming months, NACAS will work with Mekanic, a boutique agency out of northern Virginia, to help reposition and rebrand the association for the next 50 years. A big thank you to those who were able to take part in the Focus Group at this year's Annual Conference!
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The Annual Business Meeting of the Association was conducted in Indianapolis at the Annual Conference on Tuesday, October 11th. At this meeting, the board of directors and membership voted to approve the 2017 budget and amended proposed changes to the Association's By-Laws. The new slate of officers were also voted on and approved: Mike Ellis (Vice President), Carlos Garcia (Treasurer), and Gheretta Harris, CASP (At-Large Member). Kelsey Harmon Finn, NACAS CEO, also introduced the new National Office staff to the group, including Hans Weichhart (Director of Administration), Corey Salem (Director of Member Engagement), Kennedy Turner (Director of Business Development), Austin Bingler (Educational Programs Coordinator), Ben Blohowiak (Technology Coordinator), and Beatrice "Esi" Yarney (Accounting Assistant).
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.jpg) The generosity of NACAS members was on full display at the 2016 NACAS Annual Conference.The annual golf tournament and the inaugural bowling outing raised more than $28,000 combined. The annual raffle raised $4,285 - an increase from $3,550 raised during the 2015 conference. Among the items donated for the raffle were: Starbucks gift cards; a signed racing car by Bobby Rahal; a Garmin watch; several Apple watches, Beats by Dr. Dre headphones; a Yeti cooler; and iPad mini's. The silent auction raised more than $16,606 up from $11,935 last year. All funds raised from the auction go to the NACAS Education Foundation to provide professional development opportunities for all NACAS members.
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NACAS CEO Kelsey Finn said during the Annual Business Meeting that the State of the Association has been one of transition over the past year, but she believes the organization is poised to move ahead and serve its members well in the future.
Finn, who is nearing her first-year anniversary as CEO, told attendees at the NACAS Annual Business Meeting that the association is focused on finding more ways to meet the needs of its members, including webinars and institutes.
"We really are moving forward for the future of our organization," Finn said.
"As I mentioned in my opening comments of the conference, we really are in a time when higher ed is changing, and I do believe as auxiliary professionals we have the ability to impact that in a positive way in revenue, from student engagement, and the services we provide in the college experience," Finn said. "I'm hopeful that you're all on board, and we're going to do this together, and in a few years we'll be doing amazing things."
Finn praised the new staff in the national office, and encouraged NACAS members to reach out and share any ideas or concerns.
"We're here to listen to you and make this your organization," Finn said.
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October 25, 2016 - 3:00 p.m. ET: The Auxiliary Services industry is sitting on a gold mine of student data available through social media, emails, survey responses and many other channels. At the same time, the sheer volume of data has created challenges around understanding. In this session, you will learn best practices for managing and making sense of student feedback. Discover quick ways to organize comments and how comment trends can illuminate patterns in student behavior over the course of a semester and school year. Join us for this engaging interactive discussion about the future of the student communications and how college auxiliary services can use this to their advantage. Learn more
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April 21-23, 2017: The NACAS Institute for Managers (IFM) is designed for managers new to generalist auxiliary service positions, and for operational managers seeking a broader perspective on auxiliary services in higher education. IFM is an intensive learning experience incorporating small group seminars, operational knowledge opportunities, case study work, and group presentations. Hosted in New Orleans prior to the NACAS South Regional Conference, in partnership with FedEx Office and Tulane University, attending IFM is a great opportunity to gain valuable leadership and management skills before discussing industry trends and networking with your peers at the regional conference. Registration is now open! Learn more
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July 19-21, 2017: The NACAS Senior Executive Institute (SEI) is designed for highly experienced auxiliary leaders who seek to optimize their performance and the performance of their team. SEI is an intensive learning experience incorporating small group seminars and group collaboration. During this time, executives will be networking with colleagues who are experiencing similar challenges and opportunities in the auxiliary services field. Join us in New Brunswick, NJ for this learning opportunity provided in partnership with Barnes & Noble College and Rutgers University. Registration is now open! Learn more
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Did you know that you can sit for the CASP exam at a remote testing center, and schedule it at your own convenience? We offer the exam at numerous testing locations around the U.S., often local to your area (view the testing locations). If you wish to earn CASP within the 2016 calendar year, you will need to apply by November 15 and sit for the exam by November 30. Learn more
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Budgets are tight. We understand that. Through the support of the NACAS Education Foundation, we are pleased to offer the Hassmiller CASP Scholarship. Approved applicants will receive $325 to cover the cost of the application fee. If you plan to sit for CASP this year, complete a scholarship application on our website by November 15. Only those with active CASP applications will be considered. Learn more
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For more information visit: www.nacas.org