Region II Review August 2015 Volume 2 - Issue 8
Director’s Report
The students are back, which means only one thing: summer is over. As I get older, it’s hard to believe how fast time goes. It seems like years have passed since I was sitting at the pool in Cancun; rather, it has been a matter of two months. A lot has changed in that time. We have elected a new regional director, we have selected a new Regional Leadership Team, the 2017 regional conference site has been selected and we have transitioned into a new era with John Taylor as the CEO of ACUI.
As my time as regional director winds down, I continue to marvel at where we are now, from where we started. There is still much to accomplish in the long term for the region, and I look forward to watching what happens as the new regional leadership takes over in November. I am very excited for the forthcoming conference and know that it will be nothing short of a high-quality educational experience for all. Heath Immel and his team have devised an outstanding conference, which I hope you will not miss. Once the dust settles from welcoming back your students recognize one of your colleagues and nominate them for a regional award. I would like to see multiple nominations for every category, so that we can appropriately recognize the important work we all do for our students. Please submit a nomination for one of our prestigious regional awards here. Regards,
Terry Weber Region II Director
Upcoming Events Sep. 15 ACUI Live: Exploring Strategies for Infusing Competencies into Leadership Sep. 24 ACUI Live: Dealing with People You Can’t Stand Sep. 25 Region II Conference Early Bird Registration Deadline Sep. 25 Region II Award Nomination Deadline Oct. 16 Region II Conference Regular Registration Deadline Nov. 6-8 Region II Conference, Lawrence , Kan.
Editor: Audrey Taggart-Kagdis Region II Communications Coordinator
Because What U Do Matters!
The Conference Planning Team is excited to explore the value of your work to your institution as well as how the student union overall impacts student enrollment and retention. Through engaging speakers and impactful education sessions, we hope you leave the conference inspired to raise your performance to new heights as you better understand the difference your efforts can make in the lives of students. One of our goals is also to provide you with data to more clearly explain to your campus the benefits of the student union in this new era of assessment and cutbacks. An additional reason to attend the conference is the local fare for dinners: Kansas BBQ and a Flint Hills buffet. Finally, there will be a wide variety of preconference tours offered including historic Allen Fieldhouse.
REGISTER HERE Heath Immel 2015 Conference Chair
History of the University of Kansas
Since its founding in 1866, KU has embodied the aspirations and determination of the abolitionists who settled on the curve of the Kaw River in August 1854. Nearly 150 years later, KU has become a major public research and teaching institution of 28,000 students and 2,600 faculty on five campuses. Its diverse elements are united by their mission to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world. KU has 13 schools, including the only schools of pharmacy and medicine in the state, and offers more than 360 degree programs. Students, split almost equally between women and men, come from all 50 states and 105 countries and are about 15% multicultural. The main campus in Lawrence tops Mount Oread, known informally as “The Hill.� This long, curved limestone ridge was named by the town founders who endured bitter conflicts with pro-slavery factions from Missouri. A horrific guerrilla raid in August 1863 burned the town and killed 200 men and boys. Just 32 years later, the inventor of basketball, James Naismith, founded a beloved tradition here. The scientist who discovered vitamins A and D was a graduate. Helium was extracted from gas for the first time in a KU lab. The inventor of the time-release medication capsule taught here. Astronauts, artists, authors, business leaders, senators and governors, Pulitzer Prize winners, and a Nobel laureate launched their careers here. And thousands of teachers, nurses, physicians, pharmacists, musicians, architects, engineers, and lawyers mastered their subjects here. Welcome to their Hill.
LODGING The Oread Hotel
The Oread is the most unique and complete center for lodging, h ospitality, business, and social leisure activities in the region l ocated beside the campus of the University of Kansas. Room options: King Room - $139 per night Queen Double Room - $139 per night Valet Parking - $12 per night per vehicle Call 785-843-1200 for reservations.
The Eldridge
Located in the heart of historic downtown Lawrence, the hotel is surrounded by an abundance of unique shops, galleries and dining, and entertainment venues. Room options: King: Deluxe, Grand, Premier Suite - $139 per night Premier Double Suite - $139 per night Queen Suite (ADA) - $139 per night Valet Parking - $10 per night per vehicle Call 785-843-1200 for reservations.
TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown
Relax and feel at home with a fully equipped kitchen,high-speed Internet access, large outdoor courtyard with fire pit and barbecue area. Our guests will enjoy convenient access to all of historic downtown Lawrence and Kansas University. All this and more at the brand new Towneplace Suites Lawrence! Room options: (breakfast included) Studio King w/sofa sleeper - $139 per night One Bedroom King Suite - $159 per night Studio Double Queen Suite - $159 per night Two Bedroom Suite - $209 per night Complimentary parking Book online.
TRAVEL FLYING
DRIVING
Lawrence is located 50 miles west of the Kansas City International Airport. Check out flight options online.
Getting here is easy - Lawrence is located on I-70 just a 45-minute drive from the Kansas City International Airport (I-435 South to I-70 West). Full driving directions are here.
AWARDS Region II is home to a number of annual awards and scholarships, which range from small annual awards to scholarships covering entrie costs of programs. Each award has its own unique history, and helps Region II recognize its outstanding members. Summaries of the awards and scholarships can be found below. Nominate a Region II member or institution for one of these amazing awards before the deadline on Friday, Sept. 25. BERNARD PITTS ROLE OF THE COLLEGE UNION AWARD Recognizes a Region II institution that has planned, implemented, and evaluated an outstanding program or service that embodies ACUI’s Role of the College Union statement. REGION II CONFERENCE REGISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP Provides the registration cost for the Region II conference to an undergraduate/graduate student or staff member at a Region II institution. RISING STAR AWARD Recognizes a student union or student activities graduate student at a Region II institution who has made significant contributions through employment, volunteering, programming, or other means. SHIRLEY BIRD PERRY DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD The highest honor presented by Region II, recognizing a member of the region who has made a significant contribution to the advancement of ACUI. SHIRLEY PLAKIDAS NEW PROFESSIONAL AWARD Recognizes a student union or student activities professional of Region II institution who has made significant contributions to ACUI during their first five years of service in the region. WILLIAM H. SMITH OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL AWARD Recognizes a student union or student activities professional of Region II institution who has made excellent contributions and demonstrated a significant commitment to the student union/activities profession on their campus and within ACUI. WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE REGISTRATION SCHOLARSHIP Provides the registration cost for the Women’s Leadership Institue to an undergraduate/graduate student or staff member of a Region II institution.