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  • The NASPA Global Division Awards - A Global Hour
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 09/11/2025 at 9:00 AM (EDT)

    NASPA Global Division presents the "Global Hour", an event inviting colleagues from around the globe to meet and attend an interactive presentation about global changes and shifts in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Attendees will have the chance to explore professional development resources and engagement opportunities with NASPA's global members and receive information about the professional development opportunities.

    NASPA Global Division presents the "Global Hour", an event inviting colleagues from around the globe to meet and attend an interactive presentation about global changes and shifts in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Attendees will have the chance to explore professional development resources and engagement opportunities with NASPA's global members and receive information about the professional development opportunities.

    The purpose of the NASPA Global Division Award of Distinction is to spotlight best practices and initiatives across the globe that align with NASPA values. The NASPA Global Division strives to recognize significant contributions by individuals and thus support sharing of knowledge and good practices and to generate conversations among student affairs professionals about innovative and effective practices. The NASPA Global Division Award of Distinction further inspires awareness, highlight excellent work being conducted by global professionals, promote collaboration and idea sharing, and serve as a platform to connect professionals around the globe.

    Come join us to learn more about the NASPA Global Division awards where you can learn about the application timeline, how to submit a nomination, and the selection process. 

    The event will be on September 11, 2025 at 9:00am Eastern Time. 

    Kerrie Montgomery Orozco (Moderator)

    Dr. Kerrie Montgomery Orozco boasts a 25-year career in higher education, specializing in international education, student programming, strategic planning, leadership, and teaching. She's held progressively responsible roles in academic advising, study abroad, and campus life at various institutions. Kerrie is also an accomplished writer, with publications in the peer-reviewed Journal of International Students. 

    Kerrie has been an active member of NASPA for more than 20 years. She has held a number of volunteer leadership roles and currently serves as Professional Development Chair for the Global Division, Membership & Engagement Chair for the Mid-Level Administrators Steering Committee, and NASPA-FL Conference Chair. She is a past Chair for the International Symposium, and remains active on the planning committee for the 2024 International Symposium.

    Kerrie holds a BA in Classical Studies, dual Masters degrees from the University of Florida in Art History and Higher Education, and a PhD in Higher Education from the University of Denver.

    Omneya Badr (Moderator)

    Senior Academic Advisor

    Trinity Washington University

    Omneya Badr, an educator and student affairs professional, gained a culturally diverse experience studying, teaching, and working in Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, UK and the USA. Omneya is a longtime NASPA volunteer. She was the director of MENASA NASPA area 2022-2024, the 2021 and 2022 MENASA Conference chair, member of NASPA's International Symposium Committee and the International Education Knowledge Community (IEKC). She is a frequent presenter at NASPA conferences and her research interests are culturally based Academic Advising, supporting First-generation students, FYE, and cross-cultural communication. She holds an MBA from the University of Bath – UK, a Certificate of Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operation from the Academy of Arts, California - USA, and a BA in Management from the American University in Cairo - Egypt. She recently acquired a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from the University of South Florida - USA. As an educator, Omneya enjoys giving back to the profession and is interested in creating professional development opportunities and encouraging Student Affairs Professionals to research and share knowledge among counterparts around the world.

    Janelle Rahyns (Moderator)

    Senior Director, Global Impact

    NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

    Dr. Janelle Rahyns serves as the senior director for global impact at NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. She supports the association's international initiatives such as NASPA's Global Division, the MENASA Advisory Board, the MENASA NASPA Conference, the Global Summit on Student Affairs and Services, the International Symposium, the International Exchange Program, and assists in the support of the Latin America and the Caribbean Advisory Board. Prior to joining NASPA, Janelle served as the Assistant Dean at Yale-NUS College in Singapore, and the Resident Director at the University of California Los Angeles. Her research interests focus on African American college students, comparative study abroad experiences, international student affairs, and race and ethnicity in study abroad. Janelle holds a Ph.D. in Social Science & Comparative Education with a concentration in International & Comparative Education from the University of California Los Angeles, an M.Ed in Student Personnel in Higher Education and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Florida.

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    Peer Education Conference - Call for Program (CFP) Q&A + Support
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 08/19/2025 at 1:00 PM (EDT)

    The Peer Education Conference Planning Committee will share insights into the NASPA Call for Programs process, offer tips for building a strong proposal, and provide live support for anyone preparing to submit. Attendees will gain clarity, confidence, and a realistic plan to move forward.

    This session is designed for advisors who are either interested in submitting to the 2026 NASPA Peer Education Conference or have students who are submitting proposals to the Peer Education Conference. We’ll walk through the proposal requirements, break down each section with examples, and answer your questions in real time. This is a great space to get feedback, workshop ideas, and connect with others navigating the same process. Whether you’re submitting solo or as a group, this session will help you feel less overwhelmed and more prepared to lead your students through the process. Come with questions—or just come curious!


    Learning Outcomes:

    1. Identify the core components and timeline of a NASPA proposal submission.
    2. Apply writing strategies to create clear, action-oriented learning outcomes.
    3. Develop a clear plan and timeline for completing a strong, on-time proposal submission.

  • Welcome to the NASPA Global Division - A Global Hour
    Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 08/14/2025 at 9:00 AM (EDT)

    NASPA Global Division presents the "Global Hour", an event inviting colleagues from around the globe to meet and attend an interactive presentation about global changes and shifts in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Attendees will have the chance to explore professional development resources and engagement opportunities with NASPA's global members and receive information about the professional development opportunities.

    NASPA Global Division presents the "Global Hour", an event inviting colleagues from around the globe to meet and attend an interactive presentation about global changes and shifts in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Attendees will have the chance to explore professional development resources and engagement opportunities with NASPA's global members and receive information about the professional development opportunities.

    Join us and learn about all of the amazing professional development international opportunities at NASPA.

    Kerrie Montgomery Orozco (Moderator)

    Dr. Kerrie Montgomery Orozco boasts a 25-year career in higher education, specializing in international education, student programming, strategic planning, leadership, and teaching. She's held progressively responsible roles in academic advising, study abroad, and campus life at various institutions. Kerrie is also an accomplished writer, with publications in the peer-reviewed Journal of International Students. 

    Kerrie has been an active member of NASPA for more than 20 years. She has held a number of volunteer leadership roles and currently serves as Professional Development Chair for the Global Division, Membership & Engagement Chair for the Mid-Level Administrators Steering Committee, and NASPA-FL Conference Chair. She is a past Chair for the International Symposium, and remains active on the planning committee for the 2024 International Symposium.

    Kerrie holds a BA in Classical Studies, dual Masters degrees from the University of Florida in Art History and Higher Education, and a PhD in Higher Education from the University of Denver.

    Omneya Badr (Moderator)

    Senior Academic Advisor

    Trinity Washington University

    Omneya Badr, an educator and student affairs professional, gained a culturally diverse experience studying, teaching, and working in Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, UK and the USA. Omneya is a longtime NASPA volunteer. She was the director of MENASA NASPA area 2022-2024, the 2021 and 2022 MENASA Conference chair, member of NASPA's International Symposium Committee and the International Education Knowledge Community (IEKC). She is a frequent presenter at NASPA conferences and her research interests are culturally based Academic Advising, supporting First-generation students, FYE, and cross-cultural communication. She holds an MBA from the University of Bath – UK, a Certificate of Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operation from the Academy of Arts, California - USA, and a BA in Management from the American University in Cairo - Egypt. She recently acquired a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from the University of South Florida - USA. As an educator, Omneya enjoys giving back to the profession and is interested in creating professional development opportunities and encouraging Student Affairs Professionals to research and share knowledge among counterparts around the world.

    Janelle Rahyns (Moderator)

    Senior Director, Global Impact

    NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

    Dr. Janelle Rahyns serves as the senior director for global impact at NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. She supports the association's international initiatives such as NASPA's Global Division, the MENASA Advisory Board, the MENASA NASPA Conference, the Global Summit on Student Affairs and Services, the International Symposium, the International Exchange Program, and assists in the support of the Latin America and the Caribbean Advisory Board. Prior to joining NASPA, Janelle served as the Assistant Dean at Yale-NUS College in Singapore, and the Resident Director at the University of California Los Angeles. Her research interests focus on African American college students, comparative study abroad experiences, international student affairs, and race and ethnicity in study abroad. Janelle holds a Ph.D. in Social Science & Comparative Education with a concentration in International & Comparative Education from the University of California Los Angeles, an M.Ed in Student Personnel in Higher Education and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Florida.

  • Certified Peer Educator (CPE) Train-the-Trainer
    Contains 2 Product(s)

    The CPE Train-the-Trainer course prepares Professional Staff to facilitate NASPA's Certified Peer Educator (CPE) Training Program on their campus with their students. This course certifies you to teach the CPE curriculum and certify your students as Certified Peer Educators.

  • Peer Education Advisors Academy & CPE Train-the-Trainer Bundle
    Contains 3 Product(s)

    This bundle includes the Advisors Academy and CPE Train-the-Trainer. This is a great option for new advisors wanting to learn more about their role and wanting to bring the CPE Training to their students.

    Advisors Academy: This self-paced course is designed to be an introduction to the various roles and competencies of an effective peer education advisor. The content for this course was developed by campus peer education advisors who serve as volunteer faculty with NASPA.

    CPE Train-the-Trainer: The CPE Train-the-Trainer course prepares Professional Staff to facilitate NASPA's Certified Peer Educator (CPE) Training Program on their campus with their students. This course certifies you to teach the CPE curriculum and certify your students as Certified Peer Educators. 

  • NASPA Public Policy Hub
    Contains 8 Product(s)

    State and federal legislative and policy changes can significantly impact the work of student affairs professionals. This Public Policy hub is designed to serve as a tool for NASPA members to better understand policy and regulatory changes, and potential implications of proposed legislation that impact the student affairs profession and broader higher education field. This resource is only available to current NASPA individual members. If you have questions about your membership status or would like to join or renew, please contact membership@naspa.org

    The Public Policy resource hub consists of a compilation of policy research, coalition work, and resources from NASPA, other associations, non-profit organizations, and think tanks with expertise in various areas of higher education. Based on input from staff, organizational partners, and members, NASPA has curated this centralized resource to include policy trackers, articles, fact sheets, legislative summaries, and informational videos that outline  state and federal legislative and policy changes for student affairs professionals.

    This resource is only available to current NASPA individual members. If you have questions about your membership status or would like to join or renew, please contact membership@naspa.org

    NASPA staff wants to hear from members about the policy areas that would be helpful for us to follow and report on. We are also interested in hearing from members if there are additional resources that would be helpful in their work. 

    NASPA Policy Feedback Form

  • 2025 Excellence Awards Programs
    Contains 13 Component(s)

    We are honored to highlight some of the 2025 program winners with these exceptional informational webinars, exclusively available to all NASPA members at no cost! Each webinar discusses the institution’s award-winning program, how and why it was created, and the significant impact it is making on campus.

    The NASPA Excellence Awards recognize the contributions of members who are transforming higher education through outstanding programs, innovative services, and effective administration. These awards cover twelve categories critical to the success of students:

    • Career Development Center's Equitable and Inclusive Hiring Initiative
    • Change Begins with Us: Interpersonal Violence Prevention Training for Incoming Students
    • Effective Hazing and Alcohol Overdose Education
    • Executive in Residence Program
    • Game Day Ready Initiative
    • Home@Mizzou
    • Investing in the Long Term Housing Security of Low Income Students: The Need Based Rent Subsidy
    • Listening Labs
    • Service Scholar Program
    • The Adams Leadership Institute
    • Weekly Retention Meetings
    • WKU CARES-Coaching for Academic Readiness Excellence and Success

    Programs selected for recognition in each category receive either a Gold, Silver, or Bronze designation. Gold recipients are considered in a second round for three grand-level awards. 

    2025 Program Winners

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  • Empowering Students through Paid Peer-Based Programs: Ideation to Year Two
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits

    At WSU Tri-Cities, approximately half of the student body identifies as BIPOC, are first-generation students, and pay no out-of-pocket tuition. Motivated to provide a diverse community with transformational experiences that address access, inclusion, and equity, the presenters will share how Counseling & Wellness, Multicultural Center, and Career Center utilized on-campus employment as a vehicle for delivering evidence-based, high-impact programs, and the intersectional approach applied to promote personal growth, identity exploration, professional development, and holistic wellbeing. In addition, we will discuss the second year of managing the peer education programs, a year after their inaugural campus launch.

    Sylvia Rangel van Breda Vriesman, M.A. LMFT

    Assistant Director of Student Services / Student Counselor

    Washington State University Tri-Cities

    Sylvia Rangel van Breda Vriesman, M.A. LMFT, is a licensed Marriage, Couple, and Family therapist, who specializes in the treatment of co-occurring disorders, who serves as the Assistant Director of Student Services / Student Counselor at Washington State University Tri-Cities since July 2020. She is passionate about social justice, advocating for student mental health, peer education, mindfulness, and using the Cultural Context Model in her clinical work. When not at work, she loves spending time at her house, gardening, cooking, and enjoying spa/movie nights with her family. Her goal is to continue working with the collegiate population and pursue a doctorate in Psychology.

    Laura Sanchez

    Director of Student Services / Deputy Title IX Coordinator

    Washington State University Tri-Cities

    Laura Sanchez has dedicated over 20 years to the higher education and non-profit sectors in central and eastern Washington State. As a proud first-gen Chicana, Laura maintains a steadfast commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice within her work that includes roles within admissions, career services, alumni relations and diversity and inclusion at both state public and private liberal arts institutions. Currently, Laura serves as the Director of Student Services at Washington State University Tri-Cities, where she oversees multiple departments critical to student success.  

    In this webinar, the presenters will delve into the methodically crafted evidence-based program design process deeply rooted in mentoring research, anti-deficit inquiry, and the recognition of cultural wealth. Our journey will explore the preparation and launch of four student peer programs led by Counseling and Wellness, Mobilizing Opportunities for Student Advocacy, Inclusion and Culture (MOSAIC) Center, and Career Center and go into a deep dive into two peer programs as case studies that expand over two years. 

    Integrated into the programs, Cougs Reaching Cougs, Peer Health Promotion, EmPOWERment Fellows, and Peer Career Coaches, the respective student supervisors serve as mentors to guide students individually, and as a team, and provide ongoing training along with opportunities to apply learned techniques and tools that reinforce skill development through immediate and continual practice. The mentoring relationship allows for authentic listening and sharing that provides insight that supervisors can incorporate through activities and dialogues on topics such as identity, advocacy, mental, emotional, and physical wellness, navigating college, and career exploration. 

    Shared training and professional development opportunities are included for all student employees in these offices, while tailored components can be added to the experiential learning that is outlined as part of the program design. These three offices work together to create an intersectional approach to student development by focusing on personal growth, identity exploration, professional development, and holistic well-being. Using the pedagogical approach of “meeting students where they are”, we maintain a judgment-free environment where aspirations for the program needs are met, along with the personal, professional, and academic goals of the student employees. As we launched three new peer education programs at the same time, we provide and receive systemic support and advice to continuously improve and grow our programs, preventing burnout as student affairs professionals. 

    Community Cultural Wealth (Yosso, 2005) 
    Stereotype Threat (Steele, 1995)  
    NASPA’s Certified Peer Educator Training, The Cultural Context Model (Dr. Rhea Almeida)
    Eight Dimensions of Wellness (SAMSHA)
    MENTOR/National Mentoring Partnership (2005) 
    The Case for a Conceptual Base for Minority Mentoring Programs (Haring, M. J.,1999)

    Learning Outcomes

    1. Understand the process for crafting an intentional program design that includes (1) development through a social justice lens, (2) an anti-deficit framework, and (3) a research-based mentoring approach

    2. Gain awareness of the considerations for launching and managing peer-based programs that includes best practices for capturing data and analysis for program evaluation and improvement. 

    NASPA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). NASPA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.

    Participants who complete the course will be eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credits in the Core Student Affairs Educator Certification (CSAEd).

    Guidelines for earning CE credit: 1 CE is awarded for attending this live session OR on-demand for ONE category of Continuing Education. You can not receive more than 1 credit hour total.

    No partial credit will be rewarded.

    To receive CSAEd credit, attendees must complete the Feedback Survey in the online event offering the credit. Once the survey is completed, your Certificate will be available in the event modules for you to download at your convenience.

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  • 2025 PRACTICES Professional Development Series Bundle
    Contains 9 Product(s)

    Gain access to all of the webinars in the 2025 PRACTICES Professional Development Series at a discounted rate and earn up to 9 CE credits! Click on the package title to view all of the webinars included.

    The NASPA Advisory Services PRACTICES Professional Development Series offers nine 60-minute webinars focused on topics spanning across our signature framework, PRACTICES. The framework focuses on student affairs and services’ policies, resources, alignment and partnerships with academic affairs, compliance, technology, inclusion, community, evidence-based practices, and student success efforts. This webinar series is a flexible, effective way to provide a comprehensive professional development series to your staff.

    PRICE

    Members:  $349

    Non-members $599

  • Strategic Planning in Action: An Introduction for Student Affairs Practitioners
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits

    The presentation covers strategic planning frameworks, research, and best practices. Participants will have an opportunity to get involved through a strategic planning exercise followed by a discussion of how to apply the frameworks at their institution.

    As a concept, strategic planning promises opportunities for an organization to become more successful by assessing the future, setting goals, and devising ways to bring about those goals (Dooris, Kelley, & Trainer, 2004). This intentionality is critical in all types of functional areas and at all levels of organizations. However, in practice, strategic planning is often confusing given the number of models, methods, ideas, tools, and procedures. Confusion can also set in when professionals try to adapt a strategic planning process from a business centered field to student affairs. These challenges and countless external pressures make it difficult to successfully develop and implement a strategic plan in a unit, and/or for a division. 

    Given these challenges, this presentation's intent is to initiate a conversation about a strategic planning model that works for student affairs. Specifically, the primary goal of this session is to develop, through discussion and application, the skills needed to successfully begin a strategic plan in an individual unit and/or for a student affairs division. The program has three additional goals; (1) develop an understanding of how to use assessment findings in a strategic plan; (2) evaluate frameworks and determine which framework is most applicable to their organization; and (3) the consideration of psychology and behavior that supports the successful development of a strategic plan. Covering each of these goals is critical given the growing need for strategic thinking and planning for all professionals.

    Dooris, M. J., Kelley, J. M. and Trainer, J. F. (2004). Strategic planning in higher education. New Directions for Institutional Research, 2004, 5-11. https://doi.org/10.1002/ir.115

    Learning Outcomes

    1. Participants will understand strategic planning in the student affairs assessment context.

    2. Participants will learn about different strategic planning frameworks.

    3. Participants will learn how to apply strategic planning frameworks in their own workplace.

    Ania Peczalska

    Director of Student Affairs Assessment, Research, and Planning

    University of North Carolina Wilmington

    Ania Peczalska has been involved in student affairs strategic planning for over three years with expertise in developing, tracking, and/or revising strategic plans and priorities at the university, divisional, and/or unit level. She worked for over ten years at Indiana University Bloomington in a variety of student-facing and administrative positions where she obtained an in-depth understanding of student affairs assessment and postsecondary student experience. Ania obtained her undergraduate degree at Saint Olaf College followed by a Master of Library Science, a Master of Arts in Folklore and Ethnomusicology, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education from Indiana University.

    Ania also has a strong background in both quantitative and qualitative research with research centered around student success, assessment, and institutional support for students. Her publications include articles within the peer-reviewed journal Innovative Higher Education and the NASPA Leadership Exchange magazine. Ania additionally teaches a graduate assessment course at University of North Carolina Wilmington, holds a leadership position in the NASPA Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Knowledge Community, and regularly presents her research and assessment best practices at national conferences.

    Kimberly Kruchen-Spaulding

    Associate Director of Operational Excellence

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kimberly Kruchen-Spaulding is an accomplished leader in supporting strategic initiatives, currently serving as the associate director in the office of the executive vice chancellor at the University of Colorado Boulder. In this pivotal role, Kim provides high-level strategic support to ensure the successful implementation of campus-wide initiatives. She excels in managing complex projects by formulating and executing long-term goals, optimizing organizational capabilities, and driving sustained success across these initiatives. Kim’s expertise spans change management, data-informed decision-making, and organizational effectiveness. Kim began her career at CU Boulder as a student activities coordinator, where she adapted programs that impact student success. At the University of Virginia, she earned her master's degree, conducted research, and contributed as an intern for the Council for the Advancement of Standards (CAS). Most recently, Kim led the Division of Student Affairs' efforts in assessment, research, and data analytics as its director, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance the student experience and organizational performance. With research interests in student development, mattering, and organizational psychology, Kim is an active volunteer in the field and currently serves as co-chair of the NASPA Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Knowledge Community.

    NASPA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd). NASPA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program.

    Participants who complete the course will be eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credits in the Core Student Affairs Educator Certification (CSAEd).

    Guidelines for earning CE credit: 1 CE is awarded for attending this live session OR on-demand for ONE category of Continuing Education. You can not receive more than 1 credit hour total.

    No partial credit will be rewarded.

    To receive CSAEd credit, attendees must complete the Feedback Survey in the online event offering the credit. Once the survey is completed, your Certificate will be available in the event modules for you to download at your convenience.

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