GACRAO 2013
12 - 15 Oct 2013
at Brasstown Valley Resort
GACRAO’s Annual Meeting will be held on October 12-15, 2013 in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains at the Brasstown Valley Resort and Conference Center. This year’s conference will include keynote speaker Tracy Knofla on Sunday Evening, Plenary Speaker Jeff Kallay on Monday at Lunch, Breakout Sessions, Pre-Conference Workshops, and networking opportunities.
Schedule
Saturday 12th October 2013
| 15:00 |
G1.1A: GISEM Newcomers - Chimney Top
Workshop by Clint Hobbs, Young Harris College (1 hour) G1.1A: GISEM Newcomers - Chimney Top |
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G1.1B: Second Year attendees - Keys Branch
Workshop by Presenter: Kelly Vickers, Toccoa Falls College (1 hour) G1.1B: Second Year attendees - Keys Branch |
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| 16:15 |
G2.1: Budget Briefing and Overview of the TCSG - Chimney Top
Workshop by Dr. Nichole Kennedy, Technical College System of Georgia (1 hour) G2.1: Budget Briefing and Overview of the TCSG - Chimney Top |
Sunday 13th October 2013
| 09:00 |
G3.1: Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way! - Chimney Top
Workshop by Dr. Angela Evans, Kennesaw State University (1 hour) G3.1: Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way! - Chimney Top |
| 10:00 |
G4.1: What does the customer really want? Developing a Customer- focused office. - Chimney Top
Talk by Melanie Mirande, Consultant (1 hour) G4.1: What does the customer really want? Developing a Customer- focused office. - Chimney Top |
| 11:15 |
G5.1: Keeping the Conversation Going- Best Practices in Prospective Student Engagement (Lunch Served) - Salon IV
Workshop by Jennifer Copeland, DemandEngine (1 hour, 30 minutes) G5.1: Keeping the Conversation Going- Best Practices in Prospective Student Engagement (Lunch Served) - Salon IV |
| 13:00 |
G6.1: GISEM Roundtable - Chimney Top
Workshop by Clint Hobbs, Young Harris College (1 hour) G6.1: GISEM Roundtable - Chimney Top |
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W1.1: Thriving in Chaos - Cedar Knob A
Workshop by Presenter: Tracy Knofla, Co-Founder High Impact Training and Keynote Speaker, Moderator: Cindy Peterson, Piedmont College (1 hour, 30 minutes) W1.1: Thriving in Chaos - Cedar Knob A |
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| 14:00 |
S1.1: Veterans Affairs - Trackrock
Workshop by Frank Wills, Kennesaw State University, Michael Redd, Kennesaw State University, Moderator: Melody Kesler, University of Georgia (2 hour) S1.1: Veterans Affairs - Trackrock |
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S1.2: New Professionals - Salon III
Workshop by Dr. Angela Evans, Kennesaw State University, Dr. Nicole Kennedy, Technical College System of Georgia, Moderator: Romina Torres-Arana, Kennesaw State University (2 hour) S1.2: New Professionals - Salon III |
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| 14:30 |
W2.1: Getting to know our P.E.E.R.Z. - Cedar Knob A
Workshop by Dr. Tyra Wingo, Chattahoochee Technical College, Moderator: Cindy Peterson, Piedmont College (1 hour, 30 minutes) W2.1: Getting to know our P.E.E.R.Z. - Cedar Knob A |
Monday 14th October 2013
| 09:15 |
M1.1: Admissions and the Law: What you need to know about ADA/Section 504, Title IX and OCR Regulations - Trackrock
Workshop by Francine Shuman, Technical College System of Georgia, Moderator: Tyler Werrick, Georgia Regents University (45 minutes) M1.1: Admissions and the Law: What you need to know about ADA/Section 504, Title IX and OCR Regulations - Trackrock |
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M1.2: Encouraging Supervisors to Supervise -Creekside Pavilion
Workshop by Tracy Knofla, Moderator: Wendy Stanley, Piedmont College (45 minutes) M1.2: Encouraging Supervisors to Supervise -Creekside Pavilion |
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M1.3: A Voice to Be Heard: A Million Things I Would Like to Say - Keys Branch
Workshop by Kathlyn Smith Burden, Southern Crescent Technical College, Moderator: Romina Torres-Arana, Kennesaw State University (45 minutes) M1.3: A Voice to Be Heard: A Million Things I Would Like to Say - Keys Branch |
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M1.4: Degree Works and Complete College Georgia - Light at the end of the Degree Completion Tunnel - Johnson Branch
Talk by Lynn Miller, University System of Georgia, Board of Regents, Moderator: Amanda Wulle, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (45 minutes) M1.4: Degree Works and Complete College Georgia - Light at the end of the Degree Completion Tunnel - Johnson Branch |
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M1.5: HOPE 101 - Chimney Top
Workshop by Jill Rayner, University of North Georgia, Moderator: Amy Clines, Columbus State University (45 minutes) M1.5: HOPE 101 - Chimney Top |
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M1.6 Closing the Deal: The Professional Art of Sales - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Rebecca Tankersley, Georgia Institute of Technology, Moderator: Scott Argo, Georgia Regents University (45 minutes) M1.6 Closing the Deal: The Professional Art of Sales - Cedar Knob A & B |
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M1.7: Current Trends & Topics from the eTranscript World & other related topics - Long Ridge
Workshop by Melody S. Kesler, University of Georgia, Steven Stubbs, University of North Georgia, Dave Bargeron, Parchment, Moderator: Tarrah Mirus, Albany State University (45 minutes) M1.7: Current Trends & Topics from the eTranscript World & other related topics - Long Ridge |
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| 10:15 |
M2.1: Professional Development in the Registrar's Office-Strategies and Tools - Long Ridge
Workshop by Luis Ocasio, Georgia Institute of Technology, Moderator: Tarrah Mirus, Albany State University (45 minutes) M2.1: Professional Development in the Registrar's Office-Strategies and Tools - Long Ridge |
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M2.2: GATRACS- What Does this Mean to You and Your Potential Students? - Chimney Top
Workshop by Daphene Blackmon, GATRACS, Moderator: Drenda Davis-Jackson, Albany Technical College (45 minutes) M2.2: GATRACS- What Does this Mean to You and Your Potential Students? - Chimney Top |
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M2.3 How to Work Like a Cat…Walking With Confidence Through a Dog-Eat-Dog World - Trackrock
Workshop by Donna Webb, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, David Jenkins, Georgia Southwestern State University, Moderator: Craig Womack, Georgia Institute of Technology (45 minutes) M2.3 How to Work Like a Cat…Walking With Confidence Through a Dog-Eat-Dog World - Trackrock |
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M2.4: Leveraging RETP as a Recruitment Tool - Keys Branch
Workshop by Amy Clines, Columbus State University, Rick Clark, Georgia Institute of Technology, Moderator: Blake Coty, Andrew College (45 minutes) M2.4: Leveraging RETP as a Recruitment Tool - Keys Branch |
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M2.5: Getting Your Way: Nine Easy Steps - Johnson Branch
Workshop by Charlotte Dudley, Beulah Heights University, Moderator: Ben Ferguson, Gordon State College (45 minutes) M2.5: Getting Your Way: Nine Easy Steps - Johnson Branch |
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M2.6: Communication and Conflict Resolution in the Modern Workplace - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Kaitlin Stannard, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, Moderator: Melanie Finlayson, Darton State College (45 minutes) M2.6: Communication and Conflict Resolution in the Modern Workplace - Cedar Knob A & B |
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M2.7: Touch-Free Electronic Transcript Processing and Delivery is Here! - Creekside
Workshop by Joe Roof, National Student Clearinghouse, Moderator: Donna Mitchell, University of Georgia (45 minutes) M2.7: Touch-Free Electronic Transcript Processing and Delivery is Here! - Creekside |
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| 11:15 |
M3.1: Making Your University Brand Come Alive: Advice and Anecdotes from the University of West Georgia - Keys Branch
Workshop by Justin Barlow, University of West Georgia, Maggie Worth, University of West Georgia (45 minutes) M3.1: Making Your University Brand Come Alive: Advice and Anecdotes from the University of West Georgia - Keys Branch |
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M3.2: The Nuts and Bolts of Gender Change Laws by State - Chimney Top
Workshop by Melody S. Kesler, University of Georgia, Moderator: Dr. Todd Jones, Georgia Highlands College (45 minutes) M3.2: The Nuts and Bolts of Gender Change Laws by State - Chimney Top |
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M3.3: Time Management for Project Management - Johnson Branch
Workshop by Nicole de Vries, Columbus State University, Moderator: Matthew Mashburn, Young Harris College (45 minutes) M3.3: Time Management for Project Management - Johnson Branch |
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M3.4: Making "Military Outreach" More than just a Buzzword - Trackrock
Workshop by Mark Eister, Georgia Perimeter College, Moderator: Wendi Hicks, Middle Georgia State College (45 minutes) M3.4: Making "Military Outreach" More than just a Buzzword - Trackrock |
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M3.5: Is My Team Made of Brick or Quicksand? - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Gail Campbell, University of West Georgia, Ketty Ballard, University of West Georgia, Moderator: Thomas Meunier, West Georgia Technical College (45 minutes) M3.5: Is My Team Made of Brick or Quicksand? - Cedar Knob A & B |
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M3.6: It's A Small World After All- International Recruitment - Creekside
Workshop by Luxi Zhang, Brenau University, Redenna Poole, Brenau University, Moderator: Aerial Merritt, College of Coastal Georgia (45 minutes) M3.6: It's A Small World After All- International Recruitment - Creekside |
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M3.7: Student Schedule Planner with Proven Track Record Improves Registration, Academic Advising and Enrollment Services - Long Ridge
Workshop by Haley Zitnitsky, College Scheduler, Moderator: Sherrie Jennings, Georgia Regents University (45 minutes) M3.7: Student Schedule Planner with Proven Track Record Improves Registration, Academic Advising and Enrollment Services - Long Ridge |
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| 14:30 |
M4.1: Scholarship Day on a Budget- One Public Institution's Approach to Facilitating a Comprehensive Scholarship Day and Award Packages on a Limited Budget - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Ketty Ballard, University of West Georgia, Tim Reilly, University of West Georgia, Moderator: Justin Barlow, University of West Georgia (45 minutes) M4.1: Scholarship Day on a Budget- One Public Institution's Approach to Facilitating a Comprehensive Scholarship Day and Award Packages on a Limited Budget - Cedar Knob A & B |
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M4.2: Motivating Student Workers: How to Maximize Your Student Staff - Chimney Top
Workshop by Rebecca Tankersley, Georgia Institute of Technology, Moderator: Mary Aderhold, West Georgia Technical College (45 minutes) M4.2: Motivating Student Workers: How to Maximize Your Student Staff - Chimney Top |
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M4.3: Run For the Hills: It's Time for Registration - Creekside
Workshop by Tammy Gibson, Young Harris College, Debbie Roach, Young Harris College, Moderator: Kelly Vickers, Toccoa Falls College (45 minutes) M4.3: Run For the Hills: It's Time for Registration - Creekside |
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M4.4: Reverse Transfer- a Hot Topic in Articulation and The College Completion Agenda - Trackrock
Workshop by Tracey Jamison, University System of Maryland, Moderator: Melody Kesler, University of Georgia (45 minutes) M4.4: Reverse Transfer- a Hot Topic in Articulation and The College Completion Agenda - Trackrock |
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M4.5: Update on the State Authorization Process for Distance Education - Johnson Branch
Workshop by Jon Sizemore, University System of Georgia, Moderator: Luxi Zhang, Brenau University (45 minutes) M4.5: Update on the State Authorization Process for Distance Education - Johnson Branch |
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M4.6: Connecting with Students Using Interactive Communications (Not Optional with Today’s Students) - Long Ridge
Workshop by Bob Harth, DSI, Moderator: Brenda Boonstra, Piedmont College (45 minutes) M4.6: Connecting with Students Using Interactive Communications (Not Optional with Today’s Students) - Long Ridge |
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M4.7: Leading the Way in Transcript Processing Innovation & Customer Service - Keys Branch
Workshop by Joshua Hoagland, Credentials Solutions, Moderator: Blake Coty, Andrew College (45 minutes) M4.7: Leading the Way in Transcript Processing Innovation & Customer Service - Keys Branch |
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| 15:45 |
M5.1: Getting Students Over the Hill with New Student Orientation - Johnson Branch
Workshop by Beth Davis, Albany Technical College, Drenda Davis-Jackson, Albany Technical College, Luxi Zhang, Brenau University, Moderator: Jada Clement, Southern Cresent Technical Colleg (45 minutes) M5.1: Getting Students Over the Hill with New Student Orientation - Johnson Branch |
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M5.2: Surviving Major Office Change - Creekside
Workshop by Amy Clines, Columbus State University, Moderator: Donna Webb, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (45 minutes) M5.2: Surviving Major Office Change - Creekside |
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M5.3: Re-Engineering the Application for Graduation and Degree Audit Process: Benefits and Challenges - Keys Branch
Workshop by Wendy Merkousko-Georgia Institute of Technology, Moderator: Chanda DeFoor, Piedmont College (45 minutes) M5.3: Re-Engineering the Application for Graduation and Degree Audit Process: Benefits and Challenges - Keys Branch |
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M5.4: Generation on a Tightrope: Understanding Today’s College Student - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Scott Argo, Georgia Regents University, Moderator: Katherine Sweeney, Georgia Regents University (45 minutes) M5.4: Generation on a Tightrope: Understanding Today’s College Student - Cedar Knob A & B |
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M5.5: Achieving World Class Customer Service in the Registrar's Office - Trackrock
Workshop by Moderator: Barbara Wilson, Brenau University, Luis Ocasio, Georgia Institute of Technology (45 minutes) M5.5: Achieving World Class Customer Service in the Registrar's Office - Trackrock |
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M5.6: Beyond the Catalog - Rethinking Academic Content - Chimney Top
Workshop by Nicole Arsenault, SmartCatalog, Moderator: Redenna Poole, Brenau University (45 minutes) M5.6: Beyond the Catalog - Rethinking Academic Content - Chimney Top |
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M5.7: Georgia Student Finance Commission - Long Ridge
Workshop by Presenter: Jonathon Stroble, GSFC, Moderator: CJ Cypress, Young Harris College (45 minutes) M5.7: Georgia Student Finance Commission - Long Ridge |
Tuesday 15th October 2013
| 08:30 |
T1.1: Bringing a Virtual Campus to Life: Recruiting and Enrolling Web Learners - Creekside
Workshop by Dr. Elke M. Leeds, Kennesaw State University, Rifka Mayani, Kennesaw State University, Moderator: Tia Stroud, University of West Georgia (45 minutes) T1.1: Bringing a Virtual Campus to Life: Recruiting and Enrolling Web Learners - Creekside |
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T1.2: Creating an Equitable Workplace for Your LGBQT Employee - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Dr. Rodney Parks, Elon University, Moderator: Kathlyn Burden, Southern Crescent Technical College (45 minutes) T1.2: Creating an Equitable Workplace for Your LGBQT Employee - Cedar Knob A & B |
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T1.3: What has PROBE Done for You Lately? - Chimney Top
Workshop by Jennifer Copeland, Demand Engine, Bill Smith, PROBE, Moderator: Michael McCaffrey, University of North Georgia (45 minutes) T1.3: What has PROBE Done for You Lately? - Chimney Top |
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T1.4: Banner Panel - Trackrock
Workshop by Tarrah Mirus, Albany State University, Shannon Hink, Georgia Regents University, Moderator: Lynn Miller, University System of Georgia (45 minutes) T1.4: Banner Panel - Trackrock |
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T1.5: Admissions is Alive With the Sound of Student Leaders - Keys Branch
Workshop by Allyson Dewell Bretch, University of West Georgia, Moderator: Erin Chadwick, Georgia Regents University (45 minutes) T1.5: Admissions is Alive With the Sound of Student Leaders - Keys Branch |
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T1.6: Data to Web: What Can I XML Next? - Long Ridge
Workshop by Nicole de Vries, Columbus State University, Moderator: Megan Taylor, Young Harris College (45 minutes) T1.6: Data to Web: What Can I XML Next? - Long Ridge |
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T1.7: Don't Panic!! Utilizing a Discrete, Effective Security Alert System at the University of Georgia - Johnson Branch
Workshop by Donna Mitchell, University of Georgia, Melody Kesler, University of Georgia, Moderator: Becky Tankersley, Georgia Institute of Technology (45 minutes) T1.7: Don't Panic!! Utilizing a Discrete, Effective Security Alert System at the University of Georgia - Johnson Branch |
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T2.1: Taking Grade Changes Online at UGA - Cedar Knob A & B
Workshop by Melody Kesler, University of Georgia, Moderator: Rodney Miller, Covenant College (45 minutes) T2.1: Taking Grade Changes Online at UGA - Cedar Knob A & B |
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T2.2: Maximizing the Efforts of Regional Recruiting - Regional Admissions Panel - Trackrock
Workshop by Will Brown, Georgia College and State University, Erin Chadwick, Georgia Regents University, Taylor King, Columbus State University, Moderator: Libby Garrett, Samford University (45 minutes) T2.2: Maximizing the Efforts of Regional Recruiting - Regional Admissions Panel - Trackrock |
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T2.3: Simplify the Curriculum and Catalog Processes - Chimney Top
Workshop by Gina Monaghan, Digital Architecture, Moderator: Audrey Ashworth, Young Harris College (45 minutes) T2.3: Simplify the Curriculum and Catalog Processes - Chimney Top |
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T2.4: We Did It Our Way: Making Inclusion Work in Your Office - Creekside
Workshop by Audrey Shinner, University of Georgia, Moderator: Jacinta Luster, Kennesaw State University (45 minutes) T2.4: We Did It Our Way: Making Inclusion Work in Your Office - Creekside |
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T2.5: GHC411 Ticketing Systems: An Enrollment Manager's Dream Come True - Keys Branch
Workshop by Dr. Todd Jones, Georgia Highlands College, Moderator: Linda Wofford, Piedmont College (45 minutes) T2.5: GHC411 Ticketing Systems: An Enrollment Manager's Dream Come True - Keys Branch |
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T2.6: What Can We Do To Ensure Successful Recruitment and Retention of Latino Students in Georgia? - Johnson Branch
Workshop by Alba Cobos, Georgia Southern University, Moderator: Aerial Merritt, College of Coastal Georgia (45 minutes) T2.6: What Can We Do To Ensure Successful Recruitment and Retention of Latino Students in Georgia? - Johnson Branch |