Talking Stick - November/December 2008 - (Page 12)

Your ACUHO-I Calling All Presenters The call for programs for the 2009 annual conference is open and waiting for member expertise to pour in. If you are interested in sharing your housing know-how, then don’t hesitate to present at one of the association’s biggest events of the year. Submissions are accepted online only at www.acuho-i.org, and the deadline is November 21, 2008. The annual conference will be held June 27-30, 2009, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Association Addresses Economic Concerns In October, ACUHO-I and the ACUHO-I Foundation jointly released an open letter to the membership reacting to the turbulent world economic market and reassuring members that the association and the foundation are financially sound and that investments and operational reserves are entrusted to reputable and stable investment firms. The letter also reminded members that, despite tightening budgets on campuses, professional development should be the last thing – not the first thing – that is considered for cutting from the budget. “We encourage you to continue supporting professional development and, in return, we promise ACUHO-I will continue to examine its educational opportunities so they are of the highest possible value,” the letter reads. “That may mean reconsidering the distribution of some knowledge. While face-to-face gatherings will still be utilized, some information may be delivered electronically while some may come from publications.” The letter, signed by Executive Board President Norb Dunkel and ACUHO-I Foundation Chair Cindy Felice, was sent by e-mail to the membership. A copy of the letter is also available on the ACUHO-I Web site. Connecting Colleagues Globally The Global Housing Summit will take place January 11-16, 2009, in Hong Kong and will bring together almost 100 student development and collegiate housing leaders from around the world. The knowledge amassed here will surely enhance and inspire future collegiate housing endeavors. Look for summit outcomes in future Talking Stick issues. Make Your Next Career Move Registration for The Placement Exchange is happening now. This year, candidates and employers will have the opportunity to network in Seattle, Washington, at the Washington State Convention Center. Room availability is becoming more limited, so register today at www.ThePlacementExchange.org. 12 Talking Stick http://www.acuho-i.org http://www.ThePlacementExchange.org

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Talking Stick - November/December 2008 Contents Online Now Vision Just In Your ACUHO-I Transitions Res Life Facilities Business Special Focus Calendar Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Places The Evolving Role of the Resident Advisor Conversations First Takes Reporting Out New Members Snapshot

Talking Stick - November/December 2008

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