National Association of Branch Campus Administrators
Request for Conference Proposals
Conference Theme
Quest for Distinction: Challenges & Opportunities is designed to build administrator and professional staff understanding of the diversity and complexity of multiple-sites, branch campuses and university centers; the common challenges among them; and innovative practices and strategies that distinguish them as beacons for thousands of students in the higher education arena. This year's conference will focus on quality presentations that explore the uniqueness of branch campuses, their relationship with stakeholders; expanding opportunities and challenges, and best practices.
Conference Objectives
Objectives for the NABCA 2009 conference are to:
- Support branch campuses in identifying and meeting future challenges and opportunities
- Build a strong network of professionals who can advance the mission of multiple-site, branch campuses and university centers
- Expand the knowledge of the attendees so that they can promote excellence through their institutions
- Move toward the development of a research agenda for branch campuses
Proposals
The NABCA Program Committee is seeking proposals that will address issues related to our theme and be structured to engage the audience. Additionally, the committee is seeking proposals that analyze some aspect of branch or regional campuses related to the following four topics:
Budget and Fiscal Management
- How to manage campuses on limited resources
- Fundraising strategies and development
Student Life and Learning
- Support services for the broad range of students being served in the branch campus environment
- Exploration of srategies, technologies, and collaborations that can improve Library service for students and faculty
- Creating environments that promote a sense of safety and security on open campuses
- Ensuring that students are provided a quality education experience on the branch campus
- Developing student learning outcomes in and out of the classroom
Future Opportunities and Challanges
- Transitions and evolutions of branch campuses in higher education
- Political influence on the future of branch campuses in higher education
Partnerships
- Unique partnerships and collaborations with community entities as well as other colleges and universities
Session Formats (60 minutes including Q&A) All presenters are encouraged to go beyond "show and tell" and to identify underlying concepts and potential applications of their material. Session formats include, but are not limited to the following:
- Presentation: focused on describing a specific strategy, initiative, observation, research* or practical experience. Presentations should build a conceptual framework that can be applied or modeled at other locations.
- Case Study: focused on a specific institutional or organizational issue that was resolved successfully. Consultants are encouraged to involve clients/practitioners.
- Panel Discussion: focused on segmenting a particular issue(s). Requires a minimum of two panelists and should directly involve the audience in the issues discussed. Targeted topics are: (1) Campus Security (2) Budgets/funding, (3) Master planning, and (4) Adjunct faculty
- Workshop: focused on teaching/developing a skill(s) such as leadership, negotiation, and political savvy; significant audience participation expected.
*Research-based presentations and presentations contributing to formulating a research agenda for branch campuses are desirable.
How to Submit your Proposal
Complete the NABCA 2009 Conference Proposal Form and e-mail it to ngriffin@pc.fsu.edu. After committee review, you will be contacted if there are any questions regarding your proposal. Notification of selection or non-selection will occur by January 15.
DEADLINE:All proposals must be received on or before November 26, 2008.
Please contact Nancy Griffin, at ngriffin@pc.fsu.edu if you have questions regarding your proposal's submission.
Honoraria and Expenses
NABCA will not pay honoraria or expenses for presenters.
Join us in April for our National 2009 Conference in Panama City Beach, Florida; Location of The World's Most Beautiful Beaches.
12th Annual NABCA Conference
April 15-17, 2009
Panama City Beach, Florida