June 2015 | Membership | Education | C3X | (434) 245-8425 |
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June 14 – 17, Indianapolis, IN Come early, stay late! There is never a lack of things to do in Indy. Hit the stores or clubs, play sports or watch the pros do it, admire art, or take a walk in the wild. Experience a 250-acre urban park that includes a scenic canal with gondola rides, or dine at one of the over 200 restaurants conveniently located within walking distance of most of the downtown hotels. Learn more Webinar: Lifting NACAS presentations to new heights June 30, 3:00 p.m. ET Ever wondered how to hold your audience's attention while delivering on key outcomes that you promised? This webinar is designed to show you how a few small changes to the way you prepare for a presentation can make a huge difference in what your audience learns and how they engage with you. Learn more Webinar: Elevating campus dining: Growth and transformation July 7, 3:00 p.m. ET This session includes an overview of the comprehensive research and systematic study involved in developing a master plan for dining that complements the mission and vision of the university, campus partner coordination to execute rapid growth, and finally a virtual tour of the newly renovated and constructed facilities. Learn more Webinar: Fee-based course material implementation challenges July 14, 3:00 p.m. ET Fee-based course material programs allow faculty to teach on day one and can improve commissions through auxiliary services. However, the implementation process requires administrative will and a commitment to success. This session includes an overview of two fee-based course material programs with time allocated for questions from the audience. Learn more Webinar: Community crisis! Are you prepared? July 23, 2:00 p.m. ET Baltimore recently experienced civil unrest that altered service schedules in food service, bookstore, and transportation. Colleges were also responsible for student, employee safety, and compliance with curfew law. Are you prepared? Presenters were key personnel in responding to issues for their campuses. They will discuss the impact and lessons learned. Learn more Senior Executive Institute July 29 - 31, Chicago, IL The NACAS Senior Executive Institute (SEI) is designed for highly experienced auxiliary leaders who seek to optimize their performance and the performance of their team. SEI is an intensive learning experience incorporating small group seminars and group presentations. During this time, executives will be networking with colleagues who are experiencing similar challenges and opportunities in the auxiliary services field. Learn more Webinar: Acquiring & managing actionable customer feedback August 11, 3:00 p.m. ET This session will provide examples of successful feedback strategies and technologies used by top schools. Participants will learn how auxiliary services can increase the amount of actionable student feedback. We will share insights that we collected from interviewing over 200 students, food service directors, and auxiliary professionals. Learn more On The Road: Virginia Commonwealth University Oct. 16, Richmond, VA VCU Business Services invites you to NACAS East’s On the Road presentation "We serve Rams!: A glimpse into VCU’s award-winning services." The visit will highlight VCU’s facilities and the critical success factors that keep business services relevant at an urban university. While on campus, the VCU Business Services team will provide an overview of marketing and promotions, business operations, outreach/advocacy, and value-added services for its dining and technology store, RamTech. Your visit to VCU will include a presentation, a driving and walking tour of the Business Services locations, and lunch at Shafer Court Dining Center. Learn more |
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NACAS (National Association of College Auxiliary Services), headquartered in Charlottesville, Va., is a nonprofit higher education association serving auxiliary services and student support services professionals at colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland and Asia. NACAS provides extensive opportunities for members to share ideas, develop business solutions, enhance programs and revenues, and develop meaningful professional relationships. For more information visit: www.nacas.org |