Wednesday, September 17, 2008

HBCU Summit at DSU

I recently got back from the Third Annual HBCU Summit at Delaware State University, and let me tell you it was extremely well done.  Jocelyn, Bill and the rest of the committee put on an excellent slate of presentations, information sessions, and networking ability.  Special thanks needs to go out to Matt Fortune, Director of Recreation and Intramural Sports from DSU, as he hosted the event.

DSU has amazing facilities, and are in the process of opening up a brand new rec center.  While I didn't get to see their current facilities, I did get to see their educational buildings and they were phenomenal.  Mike clearly has the support of his administrators, as two of the keynote speakers work in the Student Affairs aspect of university life.

Please keep in mind that the Region I Student Lead On is considered a pre-conference workshop at the Region I Conference in Lowell.  I really would like to see as many of you out there as possible, and if you're interested in getting involved, just email me!

Have a great week, and keep a look out for me on the UB highlights as that yellow vested guy you saw during the hail mary, was yours truly.  Stay in touch, and Go Bulls!

Bryan

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Student Lead On is SET!

Sorry for the delay in getting to you, but I've been working to get the Region I Lead On squared away.  It's done, and now I just need to find out who wants to present information (and by all means, if you have suggestions, please email me!) 

Here's the tentative schedule:

Thursday, November 6th, 2008
10:30am to 12:30pm - Registration, Conference Information, Meet and Greet (refreshments served)
12:30 to 1:00pm - Welcome and Introduction of Region I Student Rep, National Student Rep, State Student Reps
1:00 to 1:20pm - Icebreaker
1:20 to 1:40pm - Governance Issue
1:40 to 2:00pm - Icebreaker
2:00 to 2:30pm - Professionalism and Students Responsibility
2:30 to 2:40pm - NIRSA Trivia and Prizes
2:40 to 3:10pm - Round Table - What is our goal in campus recreation?  How does it fit with NIRSA's message?
3:10 to 3:20pm - Identifying NIRSA's role in campus recreation and how to get more involved.
3:20 to 3:50pm - Transitioning from an undergrad to a GA
3:50 to 4:00pm - Icebreaker
4:00 to 4:30pm - Transitioning from a GA to a professional
4:30 to 4:40pm - Icebreaker
4:40 to 5:00pm - Writing an effective resume
5:00pm - Closing remarks

The conference starts at 6:00pm and there is NO charge for students wishing to attend this pre-conference workshop!

Thanks again for everything, and Go Bulls!

Bryan