LOUNGES AND SPACES
LOUNGES AND SPACES
First-Time Attendee Lounge MCCNO Hall B2-2
Nursing Rooms We welcome those nursing infants to the NASPA Annual Conference and have Nursing Rooms in the Hilton Riverside and in the Convention Center. For access to the Hilton nursing room, please visit the hotel front desk. The Convention Center nursing room is located on the first floor outside Hall B, and is first-come, first-served, with no additional keys being needed. For questions, please either call or text the Accessibility Join your colleagues in an open, unfacilitated space that is welcoming to all attendees in recovery, and their allies, who would like to spend time together in a supportive environment. The room is available during the posted times for collegial discussions, support, and camaraderie. Participants are invited to use as much or as little of the time posted as needed or wanted. Prayer Rooms Conference participants have a dedicated space to pray during the day in the Convention Center (MCCNO). You are welcome to use these during the posted hours on the NASPA Events App. Scholarly Writing Room Writing a dissertation or a thesis? It’s tough to be at a conference and trying to write at the same time! Visit the Scholarly Writing Room to be in community with other scholars instead of working alone in your hotel room. Self-care Space Take a break from the noise, lights, and other stimuli from the conference in a quiet space that allows for mindfulness and reflection in our Self-care Space. Please use this space as intended and do not take meetings or calls while in the space. Speaker Ready Room Support Line at (202) 987-7522. Open Recovery Space Need to see if your tech is going to work in your session room? Want to practice connecting your laptop to a projector via HDMI, or test your clicker to make sure that it will advance your slides? Come to the Speaker Ready Room to prep for your session. Audio visual staff will be available for assistance.
You Can Do It: Writing for Professional Publication with Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice Monday, March 17, 3:50 p.m. – 4:40 p.m. MCCNO 338 Journal of Women and Gender in Higher Education: Disrupting and Problematizing the Intersection of Gender and Leadership in Higher Education Tuesday, March 18, 8:30 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. MCCNO 219 De-mystifying the Publication Process for New and Aspiring Authors: A Journal of College and Character Spotlight Tuesday, March 18, 10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. MCCNO 219 NASPA Foundation Booth Join NASPA Foundation volunteers in supporting the profession! You make a difference when you make a tax-deductible donation to contribute to the NASPA Foundation. Your gifts support access and growth by providing support for research and scholarships for NASPA members at all levels. Stop by the Foundation booth to learn more and pick up a unique friendship bracelet as a thank you for giving! Networking Lounge MCCNO Exhibit Hall
helpful to learn the nuances of NASPA. Choose one of two orientations based on your schedule. LGBTQIA2S+ Community Lounge MCCNO Hall B2-1 This space for LGBTQIA2S+ colleagues provides a place to be in community with others, learn about the Gender and Sexuality Knowledge Community, share how you’re navigating challenging political and campus climates, and create connections with colleagues. Some events are closed identity-specific programming. Please see the GSKC Constituent Group Guide for information. NASPA Bookstore and Publications Visit the NASPA Bookstore to shop an assortment of NASPA publications and apparel. Buy a tie or scarf to show your NASPA spirit. And even meet some of the authors and get your books signed during this year’s book signing! Books and merchandise will be available at discounted prices during the conference. Peruse our catalog in advance to find books that will transform your student affairs practice! Book Signing and Session NASPA is pleased to host a book signing event with the authors of our newest publication. Make plans to attend the following book signing and session to meet the authors and get your copies signed! The Next Act: Realigning Your Mindset, Purpose, and Career Jason B. Pina, Amy Hecht, and Associates Session: Monday, March 17, 8:30 a.m., MCCNO 203-204 Book Signing: Monday, March 17, 9:40 a.m., NASPA Bookstore (MCCNO Great Hall Prefunction) Journal Sessions We invite you to join one of these engaging sessions showcasing the outstanding work of your peers, as featured in our journals. Navigating the Scholarly Publication Process and its Hidden Curriculum: NASPA Journals-sponsored Writing Workshop Sunday, March 16, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Hilton Riverside Cambridge NASPA Journals – Editors’ Tips on Publishing Monday, March 17, 9:40 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. MCCNO 338
This space is exclusive to first-time attendees (FTA). Take time to relax, network, and get to know new colleagues. Interested in finding individuals to dine with over breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Show up here and start networking. No need to be nervous about interacting with your colleagues. As a first-time attendee to the NASPA Annual Conference, you are automatically enrolled in the FTA Network. Your first-time attendee committee is made up of volunteers whose goal is to orient new conference attendees of all professional levels to the opportunities available at the conference and within the NASPA overall. In addition to the lounge space available throughout the conference, join us for these events, all taking place within the First-Time Attendee Lounge: First-Time Attendee Morning Meet-up Monday, March 17, 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Kick start your day with an overview of major events, plan your schedule with colleagues, ask questions about the conference, and begin your day in camaraderie!
First-Time Attendee Networking Event Monday, March 17, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Monday, March 17, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Welcome to #NASPA25! This session will begin with a brief review of the First-Time Attendee Orientation materials before hosting an informal networking session for first-time attendees to get to know each other. We encourage NASPA Annual Conference mentor/mentee pairs to attend this session. First-Time Attendee Meet the NASPA Leadership Tuesday, March 18, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Get to know the NASPA Leaders at all levels. Hear from executive staff, Board members, Constituent Group leaders, and other volunteers on their position, journey, and commitment to NASPA. First-time Attendee Orientations Sunday, March 16, 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Monday, March 17, 7:15 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. During these must-attend orientations, first-time attendees will learn tips and tricks for making the most of your NASPA Annual Conference experience, as well as start networking with other first-timers! Although you may have attended other professional conferences, it is
Your go-to destination for honing your networking skills and accessing valuable resources to elevate your networking game. Drop by to practice networking, gather insightful strategies, and connect with fellow attendees to boost your professional growth.
Networking Hour Monday, March 17, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Conferences provide an excellent opportunity to network, particularly for those who may not be accustomed to it. Whether you are looking to forge new connections, seek mentorship opportunities, or simply exchange viewpoints with like-minded individuals, our networking hour provides the perfect environment to engage, learn, and grow. Join TPE - The Placement Exchange for a guided networking hour connecting with you professionals from across the field.
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