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RELI is almost here! Inside you will find travel information, cluster assignments, and conference details.TRANSCRIPT
MAY NEWSLETTER
Greetings!
from the
Department
of Residence
at the
University of
Northern Iowa RELI Is Almost Here!
Greetings from the Department of Residence at the
University of Northern Iowa! We are excited to host
the 3rd Annual Regional Entry Level Institute (RELI)
in just a few weeks! This newsletter will provide the
final details for planning your trip to
Cedar Falls, Iowa.
RELI is an intensive professional development
seminar featuring a range of topics for entry-level
professionals who aspire to mid-level positions in
residence life and beyond.
RELI will allow you to attend sessions facilitated by
veteran professionals. You will assess current skill
levels; devise professional development plans; gain
valuable practical information; and receive
personalized guidance in mapping out short and
long-term career goals.
Table of Contents:
Page 1
Greetings … 1
FAQs … 2
Schedule … 2
Faculty … 3
Participants … 3
Clusters… 3
Transportation...4
Check In Information … 4
University of Northern Iowa RELI 2015 Host Committee
RELI Director Lyn Redington
Logistics & Hospitality
Erica Eischen Keniese Evans
Roxanne Klepper
Budget Nick Rafanello
David “Schmiddy” Schmid
Communication Roxie Tucker
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Sunday, June 14, 2015
2:00pm-5:00pm: Faculty Check-In
5:15pm: Meet for Dinner
6:00pm: Dinner
Monday, June 15, 2015
7:00am-8:00am: Faculty Breakfast
8:30am: Faculty Preparation Meeting
12:00pm: Faculty Lunch
1:00pm-4:00pm: Participant Check-In
1:00pm-4:00pm: Faculty Preparation Meeting
4:00pm: Cluster Welcome
4:45pm: UNI/DOR Welcome & Orientation
5:15pm: Opening Reception
6:30pm: Dinner on Own and Night on the Town
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
7:00am: Breakfast
8:15am: Session 1: Theory & Competencies
10:00am: Session 2: Policies & Legal Issues
11:45am: Lunch
12:45pm: Announcements
1:00pm: Session 3: Facilities Management
2:45pm: Session 4: Emergency Protocols & Preparation
4:15pm: Take Aways with Cluster
4:45pm: Faculty Meeting
5:00pm: Dinner
6:00pm: Cluster Meetings
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
7:00am: Breakfast
8:15am: Session 5: Budgeting & Finance
10:00am: Session 6: Contracting & Occupancy Management
11:45am: Lunch
1:00pm: Session 7: Management & Supervision at the Next Level
2:45pm: Session 8: Politics & Savviness
4:15pm: Take Aways with Cluster
4:45pm: Faculty Meeting
5:00pm: Dinner
6:00pm: Faculty Panel
Thursday, June 18, 2015
7:00am: Breakfast
8:15am: Session 9: Communication & Social Media
10:00am: Session 10: Program Development & Assessment
11:45am: Take Aways with Cluster
1:30pm: Closing Banquet
3:00pm: Departure
FAQs
How do I request a special diet or accommodation? Please contact Lyn ([email protected]) with any special requests or diets. Will snacks be provided? We have designated a space in Panther Village as the RELI Hospitality Center where you will have access to snacks and refreshments! Coffee and snacks will also be available throughout the sessions. Camelbak water bottles will be provided. What should I bring? Some suggestions: water bottle, travel coffee mug, umbrella, alarm clock, camera, sunscreen, toiletries, cell phone, laptop or iPad chargers, hairdryer, and business cards. What should I wear?: Dress is business casual for each day. We en-courage you to wear comfortable shoes for walking on-campus and a sweater/jacket for air-conditioned spaces. For our closing banquet, dress is business casual. At the closing banquet, you will also have the option to take a professional head shot. What will the weather be like? Cedar Falls weather in June can be unpredictable! We encourage you to plan ahead for warm, windy, rainy, or chilly weather. All of our spaces are air-conditioned, but we will be walking across campus for sessions and meals. Who should I contact if the doors to Panther Village are locked? Call the RA on-call at 319-464-2592
Schedule
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Participants
Aaron Morrison, Nebraska Wesleyan
Alan Jones, University of Kansas
Amanda Orr, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Amber Buck, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Anna Dickherber, Webster University
Anna Morgan, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Anthony Hansen, Missouri State University
Barbara Braga, Kansas State University
Chris Mueller, Kansas State University
Coree Burton, University of Northern Iowa
Danielle Paris, Gustavus Adolphus College
Gretchen Hughes, College of St. Benedict/
St. John’s University
John Graetz, Northland College
Jude Legiste, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Julianne Crayton, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Katherine LaSota, St. Cloud State University
Kelsey Hansen, College of St. Benedict
Kory Theil, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Kristen Davis, Alverno College
Kristi Preston, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Lydia Henderson, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Maria Glorioso, Marquette University
Nick Mulholland, University of Northern Iowa
Quinneka Lee, Cornell College
Robert Bedell, Missouri University of Science/Technology
Ryan Brinkman, North Dakota State University
Sarah Joslyn, St. Olaf College
Sarah Perry, Missouri University of Science/Technology
Sarah Snell, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Steve Romenesko, Carleton College
Faculty
Amanda Erdman, Augsburg College
Terry Tumbarello, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Pamela McDowell, St. Olaf College
Michael Perry, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Alan Nordyke, University of Central Missouri
Becky Peterson, Fort Hayes State University
Deb McConahie, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Nicholas Rafanello, University of Northern Iowa
Erica Thompson, University of St. Thomas
Denise Baumann, Missouri State University
Clusters
Amanda Erdman Amber Buck
Anna Morgen Sarah Perry
Terry Tumbarello
Robert Bedell Anna Dickherber
Sarah Joslyn
Pamela McDowell Maria Glorioso Quinneka Lee Amanda Orr
Michael Perry Coree Burton
Lydia Henderson Gretchen Hughes
Alan Nordyke Kelsey Hansen Katie LaSota
Nick Mulholland
Becky Peterson Ryan Brinkman Tony Hansen Sarah Snell
Deb McConahie
Alan Jones Danielle Paris
Kory Theil
Nicholas Rafanello Barbara Braga
Julianne Crayton Aaron Morrison
Erica Thompson
Chris Mueller Kristi Preston
Steve Romenesko
Denise Baumann Kristen Davis John Graetz Jude Legiste
RELI Class of 2014
Transportation
The address to Panther Village is:
1501 W. 30th St.
Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
You can access the west parking lot off of
Hudson Road. You will receive a parking pass
upon check-in so please park in the CP lot.
A campus map can be viewed here.
During your time at RELI, most sessions and
meals will be in walking distance but you are
welcome to drive.
RELI Sponsors
Faculty check-in is on Sunday, June 14 in
Panther Village between 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Participant check-in is on Monday, June 15 in
Panther Village between 1:00pm-4:00pm.
To check-in, walk from the parking lot in between
the older and newer residence halls. You will see
a large overhang that says “Panther Village”. You
will find the main entrance beneath the overhang.
If you are unable to check in during the allotted
times, please make prior arrangements with David
“Schmiddy” Schmid ([email protected]). If
your travel plans change the week of RELI, please
call our on-call number at 319-415-1415.
Check In
Contact Information:
Lyn Redington
Director of Residence Life
319-273-2333