NWACUHO will be developing taskforces with specific, actionable outcomes to increase engagement within the association. Upon expressing interest, you’ll be contacted within the next month to further define the role of the taskforce.
Outreach & Affiliations Taskforce
Assist in outreaching to special populations within our profession that are typically underrepresented in program offerings, such as operations, facilities, international education. Engage in relationship building with partner and affiliated associations to increase representation.
Specific outcomes of this taskforce include (but are not limited to):
- Nurture partnerships with the regional APPA affiliate, PACURH, the regional NAFSA affiliate, and other associations to encourage cross-attendance and representation
- Develop and implement a plan to increase conference program offerings in program areas beyond the scope of traditional residence life functions
- Generate content for the Soundings newsletter with a focus on areas such as operations and facilities, international issues, and other non-traditional content.
Communications Taskforce
Provide content and means for communication throughout the region, beyond the annual conference. This taskforce supports the efforts of Soundings, the website, and other social media content.
Specific outcomes of this committee include (but are not limited to):
- Podcast at least 3 key sessions from the 2011 annual conference
- Explore webinar technology
- Develop an interactive web-based version of the Soundings to augment the printed and .pdf version four times per year
- Produce monthly website content updates that engage the membership
- Assist in the Association’s social media presence
New Professional Taskforce
Provide avenues for integration, growth, and professional development among new professionals within the region.
Specific outcomes of this taskforce include (but are not limited to):
- Develop and implement a process for collecting contact info for new professionals within the region and making an personal connection between the Association and the new professional
- Develop a brief module to be presented during fall staff trainings about NWACUHO
- Develop a NWACUHO new professional / experienced professional mentorship program for rollout at the 2011 annual conference
- Facilitate the production of the new professional handbook and the new member welcome at the annual conference
Drive-In Conference Taskforce
Coordinate and support the development of regional drive-in conferences that are representative of a variety of geographical, topical, and experiential areas on an annual basis.
Specific outcomes of this taskforce include (but are not limited to):
- Creation and updating of tools and resources to support institutions in hosting a drive-in conference
- Coordinate scheduling of regional drive-ins to ensure balance and consistency on an annual basis
- Solicit and encourage host institutions throughout the region to present 3 – 5 regional drive-ins on an annual basis, covering a variety of states and provinces