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We know this is an unprecedented time for our members, higher education, and the world. NACAS is here to help you move through the uncertainty.
Current Events
No matter what challenges the world brings us – from pandemics to natural disasters and beyond – the show must go on, and we must continue to enrich campus experiences with exemplary auxiliary service leadership. That’s why we are introducing the NACAS Virtual Leadership Forum — delivering specialized learning experiences to college auxiliary service leaders at all levels who are taking the next steps in their professional growth.
This summer, we invite you to participate in this online event to find the leadership development you need to be ready for campus life to begin anew. Uncover the impact of auxiliary services on your campus from both a student and financial perspective and why these services are more important than ever before.
DATE: June 24-26 from 12:30 - 5:00 p.m. ET
COST: $250 for NACAS Members
COST: $250 for NACAS Members
Webinar: NACAS Benchmarking and You - Part 1: Using Auxiliary's Only Benchmarking Tool
April 29, 2020 | 3:00 p.m. ET
With the support of Vault Consulting, NACAS has launched its first-ever benchmarking membership benefit for institutional members. The deadline to complete the data collection survey is May 22nd. All participants that complete the benchmarking survey will be able to access the results and compare their data through interactive online dashboards. Join one of your institutional colleagues who assisted with piloting the latest member benefit, as well as the Vault Consulting team who were invaluable toward bringing this tool to life. Learn more about the NACAS benchmarking program and the value of comparative auxiliary services data on a national scale. We invite our institutional members to join this webinar to preview these dashboards and ask any questions regarding the survey directly to the experts at Vault.
Making the Connection
The NACAS Foundation, a non-profit corporation that promotes the auxiliary services profession through NACAS, announced today they have awarded the 2020 Mereese Ladson Diversity Scholarship to:
- Brandi Bryant, Assistant Director of Auxiliary Services, Xavier University
- Veronica Aymer, EdD, Director of Operations & Licensing, Temple University
- Kavinda Arthenayake, Director of College Events & Conference Services, Commencement, Rhode Island College
“It is my pleasure and honor to award this year’s Mereese Ladson Diversity Scholarship to these three well-deserved recipients,” said Melissa Moore, President of the NACAS Foundation. “I also want to thank NACAS East for creating this endowment as a legacy honoring their member, Mereese Ladson, who was known for her outstanding work in the auxiliary services profession. It is scholarships like these that make me proud to be a NACAS member and continually reminds me of the joy I have working with the NACAS Foundation.”
NACAS News
On your campus, you and your colleagues work hard to break new ground, implement innovation, and achieve success. Now it is time to honor these achievements by nominating yourself or someone you know for a NACAS award. Your nominations make our community a better place and ensure excellence is promoted.
This year’s nomination window closes June 26, 2020. Learn more about the different awards offered by NACAS here.
NACAS Foundation
Auxiliary services leaders are making a difference in the world. NACAS encourages members and business partners to step up and make the needed changes on our campuses and within our communities. Nominate yourself or a colleague for the David H. Lord Scholarship, fully funded by the NACAS Foundation, to recognize an individual for their volunteer service.
Deadline: June 26, 2020
Education
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Certification
In his final months as the NACAS CEO, Dr. Bob Hassmiller generously donated funds that provide scholarship opportunities for worthy CASP candidates. This scholarship, funded by the NACAS Foundation, acknowledges the difficult financial time for higher education and the importance of CASP to the future of higher education. Approved applicants will receive $650 to cover the cost of the application fee OR travel costs associated with taking the exam.
Deadline: June 15, 2020
Deadline: June 15, 2020
For more information visit: www.nacas.org