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Conference Welcome

Planning Committee

Conference Schedule

Hotel Layout

Greetings from NACAC

Session Descriptions

GPACAC Executive Board Candidates

2015 Membership Meeting Agenda

2014 Meeting Minutes

GPACAC Awards

Conference Exhibitors

Conference Sponsors

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Welcome to the 2015 GPACAC Annual Spring Conference!

High School counselors and college admissions professionals alike share a responsibility to the students – and ourselves – in helping shape the state of higher education in our region. With an ever-shifting political landscape and continually mounting barriers to higher education, it’s our goal to better understand and navigate the college admissions process and to share that knowledge with both our students and our peers. Take a moment to reflect on how GPACAC can help you achieve that goal through this conference and through getting involved. I hope you enjoy the conference and everything that comes with it! Enormous thanks to our conference planning co-chairs, Liz Majors and Karen Chen, and their outstanding planning committee. And thanks to you for joining us!

Shane P. Stover, GPACAC President

Tom McBride and Ron Nief, Co-authors of Beloit Mindset List

Tom McBride, teaches Milton, Shakespeare, and critical theory at Beloit College and has team-taught a variety of interdisciplinary courses with both classicists and anthropologists. Tom is also co-founder of the department’s new program in Rhetoric and Discourse. He has been published in journals as diverse as Texas Studies in Language and Literature, The Baker Street Journal, and Two Cities. Most recently he has authored essays for britannica.com on Raymond Carver and Allan Bloom, and for opendemocracy.net on Saul Bellow.

Ron Nief is emeritus director of public affairs at Beloit College. A Mad Men era veteran of Madison Avenue, his work at Beloit concludes four decades in higher education that include Boston College, Brandeis and Clark universities, and Middlebury College. He is the editor of several books and has written for the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Christian Science Monitor, the Gannett Newspapers and National Public Radio. He is the recipient of a Silver Anvil Award from the Public Relations Society of America and has also received a Distinguished Service Award from the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education. He created the Mindset List in 1998 and joins Tom McBride in many media appearances and talks around the country.

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W E L C O M E F R O M T H E C O N F E R E N C E P L A N N E R S

We are excited about this year’s new format for the conference and we hope you find your time here engaging and informative. This conference was made possible by the dedication and team work of our amazing conference committee members and by all of you. We always look forward to this time of year as we learn more about our profession, how to help our students and connect with old and new friends. Grab your drink ticket and let’s go!

Karen Chen Oklahoma State University

Liz MajorsSt. Teresa’s Academy&

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CONFERENCE PLANNING

COMMITTEE

Conference Co-ChairsLiz Majors, St. Teresa’s Academy

Karen Chen, Oklahoma State University

ProgrammingAnnie Tompkins, Bishop Ward High School *

Amanda Kranz, Creighton UniversityMegan Rolofson, University of Nebraska

Cindy Neely, Shawnee Mission West High School

Exhibitors/SponsorsSolange O’Brien, University of Tulsa *

Karen Chen, Oklahoma State UniversityLiz Majors, St. Teresa’s Academy

Tara Lebar, Blue Valley West High School

Local Counselor DayTom Hult, Blue Valley Southwest High School *

Barb Bruns, St. Thomas Aquinas High School

PublicationsTristen Black, University of Oklahoma *

Sarah Cappo, William Jewell College

Social EventRobbie Bennett, University of Tulsa *Aubrey Raupe, Oklahoma State UniversityClarence Scott, Baker UniversityDana Blubaugh, Pittsburg State University

Registration & TechnologyBrad Green, University of Nebraska *

College FairAndrew Myers, Wichita Collegiate *

EvaluationsAbby Freeman, University of Nebraska *

First TimersChad Kilpatrick, University of Nebraska *Robbie Bennett, University of TulsaAbby Freeman, University of NebraskaDebi Hudson, St. Teresa’s Academy

Counselor Outreach/Counselor College FairAmy Beaudoin, University of Oklahoma *Amanda Sisk, University of Alabama

Professional DevelopmentKevin Kropf, Baker University *

* Committee Chairperson

W E L C O M E F R O M T H E C O N F E R E N C E P L A N N E R S

K E Y N O T E S P E A K E R S

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SUNDAY

3:30 - 5:00 PM3:30 - 4:30 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM4:00 - 5:00 PM5:00 - 6:00 PM6:00 - 9:00 PM

MONDAY

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM7:00 - 10:00 AM7:15 - 8:00 AM7:30 - 9:00 AM8:15 - 9:00 AM

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM9:15 - 9:45 AM

9:45-10AM10:00 - 10:45 AM11:00 - 11:45 AM

12:00 - 1:30 PM

1:45 - 2:30 PM2:45 - 3:30 PM

3:30-3:45PM3:45 - 4:30 PM

4:30 - 7:30 PM4:30 PM

6:00 - 7:30 PM7:30 - 10:00 PM

TUESDAY

7:30 -9:00 AM8:00 - 9:00 AM

8:00 - 10:00 AM9:00 - 9:45 AM

10:00 - 10:45 AM11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Local Counselor Day Sponsored by LOGO HERERegistration Open, Ballroom PrefunctionCounselor College Fair Set-up, Salon IIBreakfast Buffet, Salon IBCounselor College Fair, Salon IIExhibitor Hall Open, Ballroom Prefunction Conference/NACAC Welcome & Business Meeting, Salon IBRelax and take a break with , Ballroom PrefunctionSession 1, Pavilion I, II, III, V, VI, VII & Conference Suite #141Session 2, Pavilion I, II, III, V, VI, VIILunch, Keynote LOGO HERE & GPACAC Awards, Salon IA& IBSession 3, Pavilion I, II, III, V, VI, VII Session 4, Pavilion I, II, III, V, VI, VII & Conference Suite #141Refuel and Take a break with NRCCUA , Ballroom PrefunctionRoundtable & Afternoon Snack

Dinner on Your Own: Explore, Work, Network, Relax!College Representatives Depart for College FairCollege Fair, Blue Valley Southwest High School, Overland Park, KSMonday Night Social, Granfalloon, Country Club Plaza, sponsored by

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Private-Secondary, Pavilion I Private-Post-Secondary, Pavilion IIPublic-Secondary, Pavilion III Public-Post-Secondary, Pavilion IV

Registration, Ballroom Prefunction Exhibitor Showcase Set-Up, Ballroom PrefunctionFirst Timer Session, Salon II Executive Board & Leadership Meeting, Pavilion IHappy Hour & Networking, Ballroom PrefunctionMurder Mystery Dinner, Rooftop Ballroom, sponsored by

Continental Breakfast, Salon IBPast Presidents’ Breakfast, The Oak Room, Onsite RestaurantExhibitor Hall Open, Ballroom PrefunctionSession 5, Pavilion I, II, III, V, VI, VII & Conference Suite #141Session 6, Pavilion I, II, III, V, VI, VII & Conference Suite #141Closing Session, Salon IB

Hotel Layout

The Salon/Ballroom is located on the downstairs Ballroom level of the Hotel – Elevator Button ‘B’.

The Pavilion is located one floor above the Ballroom & one floor below the Lobby, and is accessible by Elevator Button ‘P’.

The Rooftop Ballroom is located on the very top level of the hotel, located by Elevator Button ‘R’. (The Lobby, Pavilion and Downstairs Ballroom Level can all be access by our Grand Staircase &

Escalators, as well as the main set of Tower Elevators).

Conference Suites are located in the Wing Section of the Hotel (the same section as our Parking Garage).

The entire Hotel is completely connected, thus if a guest needs to access a Conference Suite for a Breakout Meeting from the Ballroom, lobby or their guestroom, they simply need to travel on the

Elevators to the floor the Conference Suite is located on. For Example – Conference Suite #241 is located on Floor 2 and can is accessible by

Elevator Button ‘2’.

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Debi is a member of the NACAC Board of Directors. She currently serves as Director of College Counseling at St. Teresa’s Academy, an all female, Catholic high school in midtown Kansas City. Previous experience includes college counseling at Rockhurst High School (Kansas City) and at The University of Tulsa Office of Admissions. She is a past president of Great Plains ACAC and Missouri ACAC; she also served as delegate, admission practices, scholarship, and publications chair. She has received the GPACAC Distinguished Service Award and MOACAC’s Peggy Clinton Memorial Service Award. At the national level, Debi has served on the NACAC professional development committee and the NACAC membership committee. She previously served as Coordinator of the Affiliate Presidents Council and Board of Directors in 2011 and last year chaired the Performance Committee of the Board. Debi holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from the University of Tulsa and a Master of Arts in curriculum & instruction with an emphasis higher education administration from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

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M O N DAY, A P R I L 1 3S E S S I O N 1 A

Implementing a District Wide College Going Initiative

PRESENTERS:Rebecca Dukstein - Director, KU TRIO Talent Search

Lori Hewitt - Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Annie Tompkins

DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on strategies to engage

students, parents, High School staff, administrators, college access partners and post-secondary educational

institutions, in creating a college going culture. Presenters will share a model that includes college and

financial aid experiences for ALL students. Participants will have the opportunity to share best practices and ideas

with the ultimate goal of increasing college enrollment rates for high financial need and first-generation college

students.

S E S S I O N 1 C

The Hidden Costs of College: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

PRESENTER:Kevin Halfmann - Blue Valley Southwest High School

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Megan Hinkle

DESCRIPTION:This session is offered as an opportunity for fellow counseling to have available a completed presentation on costs of which families need to be aware if they are to accurately budget for college. It will also include some suggestions on how to minimize expenses.

THE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

S E S S I O N 1 B

Teenagers are Awesome!

PRESENTERS:Molly McGaughey - Kansas State University

Micaela Rahe - University of Nebraska

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Amy Beaudoin

DESCRIPTION:Renew your commitment to the wonderful, changing and

dynamic students in your schools. Education, social science, family studies, and psychology come together to enrich the multidisciplinary field of youth development.

From brain development to the major tasks benchmarking maturity, we’ll explore and discuss our roles in making the

second decade of life remarkable.

S E S S I O N 1 D

Guiding Latino Families in the College Process: Educational Awareness to Assist Undocumented Students

PRESENTERS:Mayra Aguirre, Hispanic Development FundRaymond Rico, Garcia Immigration Law FirmCatalina Velarde, Austin & Ferguson, L.L.C.2 undocumented students who have navigated the college process

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Elora Thomas

DESCRIPTION:The session will be a panel of experts covering the following topics: (1) DACA (deferred action for childhood arrivals), (2) working with Latino students, parents and families on understanding the college process and barriers that are significant for them, (3) the college/scholarship process.

PAVILION I

PAVILION II

PAVILION III

PAVILION V

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10:00-10:45 AM

S E S S I O N 1 E

Secondary School Reports & Teacher Recommendations: the Creation, the Send, the Receipt and the Evaluation

PRESENTERS:Liz Majors, St. Teresa’s Academy

Debi Hudson, St. Teresa’s AcademyMeghan Neels, University of Tulsa

Ricky Thrash, Vanderbilt University

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Tara Lebar

DESCRIPTION:The secondary school report and letters of

recommendation - colleges require them, high school counselors provide them but what really should they

include and how do college admissions offices use them to understand students in relation to their predicted success

at their college/university.

S E S S I O N 2 A

The Sorting Game and Other College Counseling Tools for High School Counselors

PRESENTERS:Cindy Neely, Shawnee Mission West High School and Dr. Lynn Leonard, Shawnee Mission West High School

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Tara Labar

DESCRIPTION:Demonstration of the GPA Sorting Game from the NACAC manual as well as using Google forms to collect data on students before doing the initial college planning session.

S E S S I O N 1 F

Why Advocacy Matters: A Trip to The Hill

PRESENTERS:Jason Rose, University of Nebraska-Omaha

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Moi Padilla

DESCRIPTION:In March, on behalf of (and thanks to) NACAC and

GPACAC, I took a trip to the nation’s capital to represent these organizations and higher education as a

whole. I got the chance to speak with Senators and Representatives about educational agendas on both a

national and local level. This presentation discusses that experience as well as the benefits of such political

advocacy.

M O N DAY, A P R I L 1 3

PAVILION VI

PAVILION I

PAVILION VII

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11:00-11:45 AM

Best Practices: Recruiting in a Changed Landscape

PRESENTERS:Dawn Hiles and Kim Myrick - RuffaloCody

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Robbie Bennett

DESCRIPTION:Historically, more students at the top of the funnel gen-erated more students at the bottom. Today the funnel is constantly changing: students officially enter it, unofficially leave it, assess you from afar, and some showing up their senior year ready to apply. In this session, we’ll discuss research surrounding these changes and how it translates into recruitment success in this new landscape, from continuous search all the way through to enrollment.

PAVILION VII

S E S S I O N 1 G

S E S S I O N 2 C

They’re applied, now what? Helping underrepresented students

PRESENTER:Ann Herbener - Papillion-La Vista High School

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Erin Pinkelman

DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on high schools that have large

underrepresented populations. An experienced high school counselor will present ideas to help these students with those “big ticket” scholarships--Gates Millennium,

Asian-Pacific Islander, Questbridge, etc. An organized process can help students get these large awards. From

identifying populations, essays, recommendations, FAFSA, and submission, you can gain ideas to make this more

simplified for counselors, too!

S E S S I O N 2 E

So You’re A DSO?

PRESENTER:Makinzie Vowels - Avila University

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Abby Freeman

DESCRIPTION:International recruitment 101; focusing on Avila University’s process to recruit, enroll and retain international freshman and transfer students. We will touch on SEVIS info, I-20s, requirements for admission, enrolling, and how Avila enrolls a population of 100+ international students per year.

S E S S I O N 2 D

Mystery Solved: SYSTEM + STAFF + PROCESS = Enrollment Success!

PRESENTERS:Lisa Stein - Chadron State CollegeHeath Christiansen - Peru State CollegeSuzanne Sharp - Spectrum EDU Solutions

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Liz Majors

DESCRIPTION:It’s not a mystery, dear Watson. The key to successful re-cruitment is a formula of SYSTEM+STAFF+PROCESS. What tools does your team use to successfully engage prospective students and increase yield? How do you work together? Can you imagine a system that allows personalized outreach 24/7 and eliminates cold calling? Hear how two Nebraska schools implemented a new CRM system and cross-media marketing platform with their staff and process to synergize recruitment.

M O N DAY, A P R I L 1 3

PAVILION III

PAVILLION V

PAVILION VI

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S E S S I O N 2 B

REACH - Urban College Preparation Mentoring Program

PRESENTERS:

David Anderson - Leawood Rotary Club Ursula Charbonneau - Bishop Ward High School

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Annie Tompkins

DESCRIPTION:REACH stands for Rotary Encouraging Academic Collegiate Help - Project REACH is a partnership

between the Leawood Rotary and Bishop Ward High School who’s aim is to prepare and mentor students to

gain successful entry into college and to possess the skills, experience and confidence necessary for success when

they do so. The Leawood Rotary commits to providing program facilitators and mentors who meet monthly with students and when necessary with the faculty/administra-tion of Bishop Ward and parents to insure the program’s

success.

PAVILION II

S E S S I O N 2 F

Staff to Supervisor – Making the transition to an effective leader

PRESENTERS:Brad Green - University of Nebraska at Kearney

Chad Kilpatrick - University of Nebraska-LincolnKayla Tupper - University of Nebraska-Lincoln

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Kristle Lacy

DESCRIPTION:There is a time in any professional’s career where they will move into a supervisor role. Whether supervising students or co-workers, this transition can bring new challenges. In this workshop, we will look at the process of transitioning

to a supervisor, ways to become an effective supervisor and opportunities to produce ideal professionals.

S E S S I O N 3 A

NCAA Eligibility Center: Overview and Updates

PRESENTER:Amy Routt - NCAA

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Abby Freeman

DESCRIPTION:During this session, a member of the NCAA staff will

provide an overview of NCAA initial-eligibility requirements, the core-course review process, and

requirements for online and blended learning coursework. Special attention will be given to important changes in

Division I initial-eligibility requirements coming in 2016.

S E S S I O N 3 C

College Counseling within a Comprehensive Guidance Program

PRESENTERS:Tara Lebar - Blue Valley West HSCrissy Johns - De Soto High School

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Cindy Neely

DESCRIPTION:Many public school counselors “doing it all” juggling large caseloads push college counseling off to the side. Come and learn easy ways to stay current on the trends in the admission game, affordable and efficient activities to do with your students and share what programs you’re already incorporating into your comprehensive guidance program.

S E S S I O N 3 B

Writing for Plot, Metaphor, & Characterization

PRESENTER:Josh Bottomly - Casady School

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Tom Hult

DESCRIPTION:This session will provide practical ways to write recommendation letters that would make Aristotle, Dickinson, Hemingway, Lincoln, and Dr. King very proud. In an age of increased “homogenization” in the application process, this session will equip counselors with practical tools for ways to de-homogenize their student’s application through their counselor letter. Each participant will receive handouts and sample recommendation letters.

M O N DAY, A P R I L 1 3

PAVILION VII

PAVILION I

PAVILION II

PAVILION III

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1:45-2:30 PM

S E S S I O N 3 E

IB Overview for High School Counselors and College

Admissions Representatives

PRESENTERS:Paula Biggar - Sumner Academy of Arts and Science

Jody Welsh - Camdenton High SchoolLisa Gruman - Shawnee Mission Northwest High School

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Chad Kilpatrick

DESCRIPTION:The session will present a basic overview of the IB

Diploma and Career-certificate programs for high school counselors and college/university admissions

representatives. The intent will be to offer useful information as a refresher for those already familiar with

the IB and to serve as an introduction for those unfamiliar with the IB.

S E S S I O N 3 F

The Millennial Mindset

PRESENTERS:Tom McBride and Ron Nief - Beloit College Mindlist

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Alan Ramirez

DESCRIPTION:Every generation grows up with stuff they think of as “normal” and “abnormal.” Years and years ago clothes zippers were “abnormal,” and so were women being allowed to ride bicycles. Once upon a time the only “normal” multi-tasking was singing in the shower, and airlines snail-mailed your tickets--and that was “normal.” Today’s Millennials have grown up with a growing non-white population, and on “phones” that store movies and TV shows. What is the underlying mindset of these digital natives, who have also come of age during a great recession, and in an America where terrorists have replaced Communists as the great existential threat? Ron Nief and Tom McBride will answer these questions and others.

S E S S I O N 4 A

“I Wish I Would Have Known That 3 Years Ago!”

PRESENTERS:Josh Bottomly - Casady School Marshall Gray - Heritage Hall

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Kayla Tupper

DESCRIPTION:This session will involve a presentation on how to introduce the college process to 9th grade parents. The theme of the presentation: “I Wish I Would Have Known That 3 Years Ago!” is meant to provide a proactive preview of the process ahead based on years of prior reactive parental commentary at the end of the college process.

Not Your Typical Financial Aid Night

M O N DAY, A P R I L 1 3

PAVILION VI

CONFERENCE ROOM # 141

PAVILION I

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2:45-3:30 PM

S E S S I O N 3 D

Do you want your students to be successful? Get them involved now!

PRESENTERS:Bryon Williams - Kansas State University

Deana Core - Kansas State University

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Tristen Black

DESCRIPTION:The success of students and the success of colleges and

universities is mutually interdependent. In an outcomes-based society, learn how to persuade students and parents to embrace extracurricular activities rather than just focus

on the academic outcomes of classroom performance. We will use two different student organizations at Kansas State University as a means to support this research: the Black Student Association and the Transfer Ambassador

Program.

PAVILION V

S E S S I O N 4 B

Naviance Implementation

PRESENTER: Barb Bruns - St. Thomas Aquinas

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Annie Tompkins

DESCRIPTION:Naviance is an important tool students use for

college and career planning, application, scholarship information, and much more. The website is a great

research tool, for colleges, financial aid, NCAA eligibility, and resume-building. In addition, students use Naviance

to order official transcripts, prepare for requesting a letter of recommendation from counselors and teachers, sign-up for college visits and indicate plans for after high

school. Participants will see how student Sally Saint works through the many aspects of Naviance. If you are a first time viewer of Naviance, there will be much to learn. As a veteran user, you can share your expertise and ideas as

well as learn from other veteran users.

S E S S I O N 4 D

Both Sides of the Desk: How High Schools and Colleges Can Help Students Make the Right Fit

PRESENTERS:Facilitator: Kim Oppelt - Hobsons Panel: Lisa Pinamonti Kress - University of Kansas Andy Roop - University of Oklahoma Kristin Asquith - Blue Valley School District Colleen Jones - Liberty Public Schools

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Tom Hult

DESCRIPTION:Helping high school students find the right college takes research, collaboration, and a little luck. Learn how colleges and high schools have worked to build unique and innovative relationships and programming to help students find, apply to, and ultimately graduate from their “perfect fit.”

S E S S I O N 4 C

Not Your Typical Financial Aid Night

PRESENTERS:Alan Ramirez & Ben Hagan - Oklahoma State University

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Abby Freeman

DESCRIPTION:As a new generation of college students navigates the

financial aid process, Oklahoma State University takes a new approach to the traditional Financial Aid Night. This

presentation will examine the lessons, challenges and successes of OSU’s strategic partnership between the

Office of Admissions, Scholarships and Financial Aid, and local high school counselors to better serve

prospective students and their families throughout the financial aid process. Topics will include: current financial aid landscape issues, navigating resource constrictions and

session content examples.

S E S S I O N 4 E

How Maps Can Lead to Powerful Insight and Effectively Communicate Key Information to Students, Staff, Administration and Key Stakeholders.

PRESENTERS: Kevin Kropf - Baker University Ron Morris - 7D Higher Education

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Tristen Black

DESCRIPTION:Are you overwhelmed by data, but frustrated because you know it can reveal and communicate critical information? Come learn how mapping campaign, demographic and institutional data can expose the hidden secrets to highly successful recruitment programs. You’ll also learn how maps can help counsel prospective students and effectively explain your initiatives to the president and board of trustees in 30 minutes or less.

M O N DAY, A P R I L 1 3

PAVILION II

PAVILION III

PAVILION V

PAVILION VI

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2:45-3:30 PM

S E S S I O N 4 F

Get Ready for the Release of the Redesigned SAT

PRESENTER: Jackie Acosta - The College Board

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Amy Beaudoin

DESCRIPTION:The redesigned PSAT/NMSQT® is launching

October 2015, and the redesigned SAT® in March of 2016. Now is the time to start planning a smooth transition for both admission offices and prospective students. From preparing for and administering the

assessment to how the redesign will provide valuable information, session participants will better

understand key changes to the assessments and be assured that they are on-track for a successful

implementation of the redesigned assessments.

S E S S I O N 5 B

The Blue Valley School CAPS program and how it bridges the gaps from High School to college to a high demand career.

PRESENTER:Chad Ralston - CAPS program

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Liz Majors

DESCRIPTION:The Blue Valley Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) is an entrepreneurial, innovative approach to education that is designed to give high school students hands-on, real world experience in a profession of their choice. CAPS offers courses within six strands: Accelerator, Bioscience, Business, Engineering, Human Services, and Medicine & Healthcare. Students are fully immersed in a profession-based learning approach and gain experience working with real businesses, assisting and learning through meaningful projects.

S E S S I O N 5 A

Advising the Future Engineer

PRESENTER: Kyler Keith - UMKC

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Erin Pinkelman

DESCRIPTION:In 2012, The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the job growth in engineering fields could increase up to 27% by 2022. This session will provide information on what it means to be an engineer, the difference in engineering fields, college requirements, and how to help students prepare for this exciting career field.

Annual Admission Practices Update

PRESENTER:Casey Reed - University of Tulsa

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Trey Moore

DESCRIPTION:This session will highlight the role of the Admission Practices committee and discuss ethical practices as

defined by NACAC guidelines. It will also inform participants how to report an alleged infraction and

present examples for discussion.

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PAVILION VII PAVILION I

PAVILION II

S E S S I O N 4 G

CONFERENCE ROOM #141

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9:00-9:45 AM

S E S S I O N 5 C

S E S S I O N 5 D

College Guidance: Pitfalls in College Completion

PRESENTER:Tom Hult - Blue Valley Southwest High School

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Ashlee Lowry

DESCRIPTION:We’ll share data on college counseling and students’

undeclared status and how those factors impact college success, completion rates and retention. We’ll also discuss

the cost of taking 5 and 6 years to graduate. Poor high school counseling strategies could undermine college

completion goals, a new report says. Graduating a year late can cost students nearly $70,000 in lost wages and

school expenses.

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High School Visits & Counselor Relations

PRESENTERS:Debi Hudson - St. Teresa’s AcademyMike Mooneyham - Texas Christian University Ricky Thrash - Vanderbilt University

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Amanda Sisk

DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to assist admission counselors with 0 to a few years admissions experience on how to engage students and counselors during the high school visit. We’ll share best practices and ideas on how and where to network with high school counselors. Discussion will also benefit high school counselors that want to learn more about networking with admission counselors and tips for improving high schools visits.

S E S S I O N 5 E

What Shape is Your Funnel?

PRESENTER:Melissa Rekos - Carnegie Communications

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Kayla Tupper

DESCRIPTION:The enrollment funnel has changed. X no longer leads to Y, which no longer leads to Z when it comes to inquiries, applications, accepts, and deposits. Through behavioral shifts, competitive factors, technical developments, financial reasons, more prospects today are acting more as “secret shoppers” and entering (and exiting!) the funnel at unpredictable stages and through a variety of channels. What are you doing to make a difference at each stage? In this session, we’ll share ideas, strategies, and take-away actions you can apply throughout the entire enrollment process to identify prospects earlier, improve conversion rates, and drive enrollment.

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PAVILION III

PAVILION V

PAVILION VI

PAVILION VII

Rethinking the Recruitment of Latino Students

PRESENTER: Annamarie Nagle - Target X

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Solange O’Brien

DESCRIPTION:Over the next 2 years, Latino/a student enrollment in higher ed is projeted increase by 33%. This trend

presents a challenge/opportunity for institutions. Do you have a clearly defined plan targeting this

demographic? We will review best strategies for recruiting Latino/a students and cover early

outreach efforts and the processes in place at your institution. We will discuss new approaches to parent engagement and how to make students feel engaged

throughout the application process.

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S E S S I O N 6 A

Tools for Financing Education

PRESENTER:Robb Cummings - Sallie Mae

AUDIENCE: Secondary

MODERATOR: Liz Majors

DESCRIPTION:Join a Sallie Mae representative to review the trends in

college costs, families’ attitudes towards the cost of college, the value of a degree, and the sources currently

used by students and families to pay for college. You will also learn about Sallie Mae’s 1-2-3 approach to paying for

college and tips on comparing the different financing solutions. We’ll also review the pros and cons of

alternative financing solutions such as 401(k) withdrawals, home equity loans, and credit cards. By attending this

session you will gain a deeper understanding of the gap financing tools that students and families use and will be

better equipped to counsel them on choosing the right financing solution for them.

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Career Pathways in Admissions

PRESENTERS:Erin Pinkelman - University of Nebraska-LincolnJuli Forde - Bethany CollegeMoises Padilla - University of Nebraska-Lincoln

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Robbie Bennett

DESCRIPTION:According to a report by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (2014), new admissions professionals are often times not fully aware “about what degrees and skills are required for advancement, and even what advancement in the field looks like.” In this session, the presenters will share facts, trends and interview responses from current admissions deans and directors that will help them become aware of how to be successful in this changing professional world.

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The Wisdom of the Body

PRESENTERS:Laura Eickman - True NorthLaura LaHue - True North

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Ashlee Lowry

DESCRIPTION:Much of what we do as we prepare students for college is focused on academic readiness but we also need to teach strategies around self-esteem, self-care, eating, and exercise. This session will help attendees explore the relationship between body image and resiliency to post-secondary pressures, as well as facilitate the creation of a body-positive workspace for staff and those they serve

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PAVILION II

PAVILION III

S E S S I O N 5 G

Increasing Yield and Saving Time by Effectively Reaching Gen Z

PRESENTERS:Adam Metcalf, - ZeeMee

Juan Jaysingh - ZeeMeeKeating Sherry - ZeeMee

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Abby Freeman

DESCRIPTION:Come check out how colleges across the country are using

a new, innovative technology in their admissions process and outreach efforts.

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S E S S I O N 6 D

Connecting with Prospective Students: Applying Attribution Theory to College

Recruitment Tactics

PRESENTER:Becky Conrad Brown - University of Central Missouri

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Chad Kilpatrick

DESCRIPTION:The presenter is currently preparing a graduate-level study

on prospective high school students to identify how students decide on a college. This study incorporates

previous studies identifying factors that students consider to be important when choosing a secondary institution.

This study also addresses the lack of data on why students decide not to attend a college. The results will be used to

create standards for best recruitment practices in a college admissions environment.

S E S S I O N 6 E

ACT Data & How To Use It

PRESENTERS:Amy Beaudoin - University of Oklahoma

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Kayla Tupper

DESCRIPTION:ACT reports reveal more than simply a test score. They

highlight invaluable information on the student’s interests, abilities and likelihood to choose your institution. What

do you gather from ACT? Learn how to use the data that is at your fingertips!

S E S S I O N 6 G

The Choices We Make: Building Blocks for Success

PRESENTERS:Judy Trice - ACT Client Relations

AUDIENCE: All

MODERATOR: Abby Freeman

DESCRIPTION:We will examine new ACT research that looks at the impact of specific testing behaviors on expanding college opportunities for students. We will discuss both the role of high school counselors in supporting these opportunities for all students and the implications for colleges to recruit, advise and place these prospective students in their institutions.

S E S S I O N 6 F

Invitational Rhetoric in College Admissions Offices

PRESENTERS:Vanessa Hatfield-Reeker - University of Nebraska - Omaha

AUDIENCE: Post-secondary

MODERATOR: Solange O’Brien

DESCRIPTION:Invitational rhetoric is a form of communication, distinct from persuasion, focused on allowing speakers to present a perspective without the expectation of change and creating an open environment between audiences and speakers. As ethical admissions representatives, we must be sure to validate our student’s experiences and goals to help them decide on the best college. This session will present an introduction to invitational rhetoric and offer ways to incorporate invitational speaking into the admissions process.

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PAVILION VI

PAVILION VII

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Call to Order

Approval of 2014 Minutes

Fiscal Report

President’s Report

Call for Volunteers & Grant Programs

Committee Reports:

College Fairs

Professional Development

Technology

Government Relations

Inclusion Access Success

Admission Practices

Scholarships

Annual Conference

Announcements/ New Business

Slate of Officers

Acknowledgement of Board & Passing of the Gavel

President Announcement and Adjournment

G PA C A C E X E C U T I V E B OA R D C A N D I DAT E S

Karen Chen is the Associate Director of Recruitment Services at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK. Previously, Karen was the Dean of Admission at Drury University and Assistant Dean of Admission at the University of Tulsa. She earned a BA in Organizational Communications from the University of Tulsa and an MA in Organizational Dynamics from the University of Oklahoma. Karen had served as conference chair for GPACAC for 3 years and returns to this position with her counterpart, Liz Majors. She is passionate about enrollment management and helping students find their path. Karen enjoys the collaboration of all those involved in Great Plains and is excited for another year!

K A R E N C H E N, O K L A H O M A S TAT E U N I V E R S I T YP R E S I D E N T- E L E C T

Amy Beaudoin is the University of Oklahoma’s Director of Prospective Student Services for Northeast Oklahoma in Tulsa. She earned her bachelor’s degree in 2005 from OU in Journalism and Mass Communications – Public Relations. Since graduating, she has held positions in college recruitment at Regis University, Southern Nazarene University and OU-Tulsa. Amy has served several types of students from traditional learners to health care professionals and even international students.

A M Y B E AU D O I N, U N I V E R S I T Y O F O K L A H O M AD E L E G AT E

Mardell Maxwell serves as the Associate Director of Admissions at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Previous experiences include teaching in the Department of Leadership Studies at Fort Hays State University and undergraduate recruitment at Kansas State University. Mardell has earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Kansas State University, and B.A. and M.L.S. in Organizational Leadership from Fort Hays State University. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Mardell is currently enjoying his role as Membership Chair for GPACAC.

M A R D E L L M A X W E L L , U N I V E R S I T Y O F N E B R A S K A - L I N C O L NA LT E R NAT E D E L E G AT E

Andrew Myers is the Assistant Director of College Counseling at Wichita Collegiate School. He holds a BFA in Communication from Emporia State University as well as an MA in Communication from Wichita State University. Within GPACAC, Andrew holds the office of Professional Development Co-Chair and in the past has served as College Fair Coordinator from 2012 to 2015 and Alternate Delegate in 2011.

A N D R E W M Y E R S, W I C H I TA C O L L E G I AT E S C H O O LA LT E R NAT E D E L E G AT E

Trey Moore has served as a recruiter for OU since August 2006. He began in SE Oklahoma and has since moved to Tulsa where he serves Tulsa Public Schools and many surrounding areas. Within GPACAC, Trey has served as the Chair of the Inclusion, Access and Success committee for GPACAC for the past two years. He specializes in making user that under-represented populations are informed and educated about the college decision process. Trey holds a degree in Economics and an M.Ed. in Adult and Higher Education.

T R E Y M O O R E , U N I V E R S I T Y O F O K L A H O M AA LT E R NAT E D E L E G AT E

Crissy Johns is the Junior and Senior Counselor at De Soto High School in De Soto, Kansas. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Pittsburg State University and a Master’s of Science in Counseling from Emporia State University.

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2015 MEMBERSHIPMEETING AGENDA

GREAT PLAINS ASSOCIATION FOR COLLEGE ADMISSION COUNSELING

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Intercontinental Hotel, Kansas City, MOMonday, April 13, 2015

Call to Order

Approval of 2014 Minutes

Fiscal Report

President’s Report

Call for Volunteers & Grant Programs

Committee Reports:

College Fairs

Professional Development

Technology

Government Relations

Inclusion Access Success

Admission Practices

Scholarships

Annual Conference

Announcements/ New Business

Slate of Officers

Acknowledgement of Board & Passing of the Gavel

President Announcement and Adjournment

Shane Stover

Shane Stover

Meghan Neels

Shane Stover

Tara Labar

Andrew Myers

Andrew Myers & Brad Green

Brad Green

Jason Rose

Trey Moore

Casey Reed

Sabrina Wood

Karen Chen & Liz Majors

Shane Stover

Tom Hult

Shane Stover

Tara Labar

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IX.Great Plains Association for College Admission CounselingInternational Continental Hotel, Kansas City, MOMonday, April 7th, 2014

2 0 1 4 G PA C A C A N N UA L M E E T I N G M I N U T E S

Call to Order - Shane Stover, 10:24 CST

Approval of 2013 Minutes - Shane Stover - Casey move to accept, KC - accept, all accept

Fiscal Report - Tara Lebar - passed around sheet with balance sheet and 2014 budget. Reference hand out sheet and went over numbers and investments. Conference comes out at net zero. Income comes from College Fairs. Now only offer 3 college fairs verse 6 which was done formerly. Shared that committee is willing to still support professional development and col-lege opportunities despite deficit. Has conservative approach to budgeting. We hire an accountant to give professional financial experience to our organization. We have about a year of reserves and follow NACAC’s guidelines since we are an affiliate. How can we provide more scholarships for counselors and students? Hope to continue to focus on fiscal transparency, will be on website and accessible through member log-in.

President’s Report - Shane Stover - NACAC fair coming to Omaha in future year. Ann H. will be coordinating. Three things: Membership, scholarship, & update from NACAC. Membership: Hope to have all conference persons registered. We now have 100+ new memberships from last year. Hope to grow with number of counselor memberships coming from high school. Schol-arships: We have student-based scholarship in one of our three states. We had 385 applications this year - record #. Still being reviewed because there are so many. 2nd scholarship - high school counselors can nominate 1 of their students, one awarded from each state. Only had 22 nominations. 3rd scholarship - Paul Max community scholarship. NACAC - if members choose to use incentives for international student needs to be transparent, accountable - party of new addendum. How will institutions pay agencies for international students? NACAC will be in Indianapolis in the Fall 2014. NACAC awards us $2500 to assist a counselor to go to a conference or other professional development. We have grant application on the GPACAC website. Last year we sent 3-4 counselors.

Committee ReportsCollege Fairs - Andrew Meyers - calendar conflict with the NE college fairs put on by education quest and ours which is why we are currently not doing fairs there. We are doing a NACAC fair in Omaha next year. Historically poor OK city attendance. Looking at Edmund. Potential spring fair. We currently have local fairs going here in KS now. We are doing scanners now. BVSW - already have 263 registered. 76 colleges. Wichita collegiate - hosting fair.Technology - Brad Green - Looking for volunteers, especially in KS and OK for assistance specifically in social media. You can e-mail him if you need assistanceProfessional Development - Kevin Kropf - the other item is tools of the trade for new admission counselors besides an-nual GPACAC conference. Exploring CUBE conference in other GPACAC regions.Government Relations - Susie Dumond - Looking for KS and NE persons to meet with legislatures. Went to NACAC DC conference Admissions Practices - Brent Casey - no violations this year.Communications - Liz Majors - We no longer have quarterly newsletter... not timely enough. Goal this year was monthly newsletter update. Needs information from all state members about what is going on - anything received from a confer-ence or proposal request for information. Looking to add committee members so information is evenly distributed. Great resources on NACAC website as well - encourage joining their list serve. Blog from student most accessed site.Inclusion, Success and Access - Trey Moore - Camp College - 2 1/2 day camp at college for high school sophomore/juniors focus on college prep. put on by mentors of counselors on both sides. Students need to apply for this... practice essay and perfect it. After camp have an essay, college list, ACT... will be looking this year how to set up in our three state area.

Announcements - Don’t forget silent auction, easiest way to get involved is click volunteer link on website. SS got involved... was given travel opportunities, meeting other professionals and networking to learn from each other.

By-Law revisions, slate of officers - Tom Hult - no by-law revisions needed. Tara Lebar is president elect nominee, and Megan Neels as treasurer elect nominee. These two candidates leave the room. President elect: raise your hand if in favor. Treasurer elect: raise your hand if in favor. Both voted as YES for approval. TH: congratulations. TH: Gift to Shane as Thank you from GPACAC. Looking for volunteer delegates from each state.

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Acknowledgement of Board and Passing of Gavel - Shane Stover - SS: welcome Stephanie.

President Announcement and Adjournment - Stephanie Gardner - introduce herself, works for college access program. Get involved! Meeting adjourned 11:19 AM CST

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G PA C A C A N N UA L A WA R D R E C I P I E N T S2014Distinguished Service: Vicki Schaeffer, University of OklahomaBurge Spirit Award: Lisa Clay, Casady SchoolRising Star: Susie Dumont, University of Tulsa 2013Distinguished Service: Barbara Adkins, University of TulsaBurge Spirit Award: Paul Max, Regis UniversityRising Star: Meghan Neels, University of TulsaRising Star: Brad Green, University of Nebraska - KearneyRising Star: Annie Tompkins, Bishop Ward High School 2012Distinguished Service: Eileen Kenney, Tulsa Community CollegeBurge Spirit Award: Tom Hult, Blue Valley Southwest High SchoolRising Star: Casey Reed, University of TulsaRising Star: Lamar Womble, University of Nebraska-OmahaRising Star: Lacey Koester, University of Kansas

2011Distinguished Service: John Corso, University of TulsaBurge Spirit Award: Karen Chen, University of TulsaRising Star: Carissa Cummins, University of OklahomaRising Star: Genea Bruner, Olathe Northwest High SchoolRising Star: Shane Stover, University of Nebraska - Kearney

Please join Hobsons and your colleagues for

A Local Counselor’s Day Social DATE: Monday, April 13, 2015

TIME: 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

LOCATION: The Granfalloon Restaurant and Bar; Country Club Plaza, 608 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64112

No RSVP necessary. Heavy appetizers and drinks will be served.

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2010Distinguished Service: Debi Hudson, St. Teresa’s Academy, MOBurge Spirit Award: David Burge, University of Nebraska - LincolnRising Star: Matt Huber, Doane College, NERising Star: Elisha Krapshaw, University of KansasRising Star: Stephanie Hodge, Choctaw Nation of OK 2009Distinguished Service: Maureen Lawler, Bishop Kelly High School, OKBurge Spirit Award: David Burge, University of Nebraska - LincolnRising Star: Loel Schettler, Millard North High School, NERising Star: Kathryn Shepherd, Wichita State University, KSRising Star: Karen Chen, University of Tulsa 2008Distinguished Service: Bridget Gramling, William Jewell College, MORising Star: Heath Christiansen, Peru State University, NERising Star: Washburn University, Washburn, KSRising Star: Andrew Weimer, Drury University, MO

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GPACAC 2015 CONFERENCE

EXHIBITORS

AlphapointeJoshua Trask

jtrask@alphapointe.org816.237.2001

www.alphapointecs.com

Beloit Mindset SpeakerTom McBride and Ron Nief

www.beloit.edu/mindset

Campus Management Corp.Phil Curtiss

pcurtiss@campusmgmt.com561.504.3776

www.campusmgmt.com

Carnegie CommunicationsTimothy Morrow

tmorrow@carnegiecomm.com774.364.0436

www.carnegiecomm.com

The College Bound Selection Service (CBSS)

Rebecca Leveridgerleveridge@cbssearch.net

816.318.4441www.cbssearch.net

College BoardJackie Acosta

jacosta@collegeboard.org847.653.4555

www.collegeboard.org

Custom College Banners.comMark Nelsen

mark@maximumpro.com605.940.5554

www.customcollegebanners.com

Hobson’sJeff Sullivan

jeff.sullivan@hobsons.com513.746.2374

www.hobsons.com

Liaison Suzanne Sharpssharp@liaison-intl.com845.473.4400www.liaison-intl.com

My MajorsBernard Springfieldbernards@mymajors.com816.361.0616www.mymajors.com

NRCCUAKaren Richardsonkarenr@nrccua.org800.862.7759www.nrccua.org

Sallie MaeRobb Cummingsrobb.cummings@salliemae.com785.228.9910www.salliemae.com

Stewart U 360Shawn Stewartshawn@stewartu360.com913.912.9513www.StewartU360.com

TargetXAnnemarie Naglenagle@targetx.com877.715.7474www.targetx.com

Wells FargoCarin Krugercarin.m.kruger@wellsfargo.com605.595.2551www.wellsfargo.com

ZeeMeeJuan Jaysinghjuan.jaysingh@zeemee.com202.413.8844www.zeemee.com

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Liaison Suzanne Sharpssharp@liaison-intl.com845.473.4400www.liaison-intl.com

My MajorsBernard Springfieldbernards@mymajors.com816.361.0616www.mymajors.com

NRCCUAKaren Richardsonkarenr@nrccua.org800.862.7759www.nrccua.org

Sallie MaeRobb Cummingsrobb.cummings@salliemae.com785.228.9910www.salliemae.com

Stewart U 360Shawn Stewartshawn@stewartu360.com913.912.9513www.StewartU360.com

TargetXAnnemarie Naglenagle@targetx.com877.715.7474www.targetx.com

Wells FargoCarin Krugercarin.m.kruger@wellsfargo.com605.595.2551www.wellsfargo.com

ZeeMeeJuan Jaysinghjuan.jaysingh@zeemee.com202.413.8844www.zeemee.com

THANKS TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS!

Baker University will offer one hour of continuing education credit for attendance at GPACAC sessions and supplemental work.

For more information, visit www.bakerU.edu/gpacac.

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Thanks to MAXIMUM PROMOTIONS for providing our

conference committee with Murder Myster y t-shir ts. Mark Nelson is

great to work with and he has lots of swag! Be sure to visit his booth

and see how he can help your school! Special thanks to TargetX for

providing the name badges for this year’s GPACAC Conference!

SAVE THE DATEFOR NEXT YEAR’S GPACAC/MOACAC

JOINT CONFERENCEAPRIL 4-5, 2016

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