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Please post some of the topics that you would like to discuss or items you would like for all of us to prepare together in anticipation of the NACADA conference next week.

Some examples to consider:

Dress code

What to bring

Elevator speech (introductions)

Conversation starters

Online profiles (LinkedIn)

Virtual participation (e.g. hashtags)

Networking follow-up (after the conference)

COB CSS Debrief (post-conference)

Thanks!

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NACADA is an opportunity to refresh, reconnect and rediscover our passion for academic advising. I understand that in previous COB conversations, it was suggested that advisors should split up so that not all advisors attend the same sessions. I ask the leads to please reconsider and allow advisors the flexibility to participate in the conference without restrictions, allowing for a natural flow of learning and growth vs limiting how we experience NACADA.  I would like to have the autonomy to attend sessions of my choosing, sessions that I find interesting and beneficial to my professional growth without worrying that too many COB advisors are attending the same session.

Example I- If multiple COB advisors would like to attend the same session, it should be encouraged. It is a synergy opportunity for the COB Advising team and not one that should be left in a debrief to experience.

Example II- The Expo Hall will simultaneously be open during the concurrent sessions. If the goal is professional growth, attending the expo and networking is just as important as attending sessions. Micromanaging where we should be every moment of the conference is detrimental to our experience at NACADA.

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Where do we park?

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Notebooks? Laptops? or should we just go and take the paperwork they provide...

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I've heard that these conferences have free swag and literature available for purchase. Any recommendations on literature for our personal libraries?

I'm looking for pen/highlighter combo:) and a cool looking notebook.

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Is there a directory of NACADA members or institutions that will be attending the conference?

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What does networking follow-up (after the conference) mean? Like dinner and drinks?

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I don't know what the plan is for Wednesday.

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How well are we dressing up? Are we wearing clothes as if we are coming to work?

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Is there a menu for the meals served?

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I like to sit in the back and near the doors. Please do not be offended if I don't sit next to you.