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Chat with The Chairs: An Open Forum with the Newly Appointed NPGS Co-Chairs

Chat with The Chairs: An Open Forum with the Newly Appointed NPGS Co-Chairs

Includes a Live Web Event on 10/01/2025 at 2:00 PM (EDT)

Join Maddie Cuckow (she/they) and Leiana Boldon (she/her) as they discuss the NPGS Platform for the '25-'27 cycle. This session is intended for participants to learn more about NPGS, the mission and vision for the Steering Committee, and how NPGS can help constituents make the most of their NASPA involvement. This "Ask Me Anything" style chat encourages participants to have an informal conversation with emerging professionals in order to foster community among participants.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Engage in conversation about the mission, vision, and values of the New Professionals and Graduate Student Steering Committee within NASPA.

2. Learn about the Platform and Goals of the current NPGS-SC Co-Chairs. 

3. Engage in discussion with the Co-Chairs regarding questions about the steering committee or involvement in NASPA.

Maddie Cuckow

Assistant Director of Residence Life

The College of Wooster

Maddie Cuckow (she/they) serves as one of the Assistant Directors of Residence Life at The College of Wooster in Wooster, OH. Maddie began her journey in Student Affairs at Bowling Green State University where she obtained her Master's Degree in College Student Personnel in the spring of 2022. For the past 3 years, Maddie served as a Residence Hall Director at the University of New Hampshire before transitioning to The College of Wooster in the Summer of 2025. Maddie has been an active part of the NPGS team since the summer of 2023, originally working with the Industry Engagement working group, then moving up to the role of Co-Chair with Leiana Boldon in fall of 2024. Maddie is passionate about student development, DEI Education, and weaving curriculum into every aspect of the college experience. When Maddie isn't working, you can find her cozied up with a good book, sipping a cup of coffee, or working on her latest and greatest crochet project. 

Leiana Boldon

Residence Hall Director

University of Arkansas

Leiana Boldon (she/her) serves as a Residence Hall Director at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR. Leiana began her journey in Student Affairs at Illinois State University where she received her Master's Degree in College Student Personnel Administration in May of 2024. Leiana has a wide array of experiences in NASPA including being a member of the Graduate Associate Program (GAP) in the '23-'24 Cohort. Leiana also served on the Communications and Marketing team in NPGS before being promoted to Co-Chair in the summer of 2024. Leiana's passions include serving others, loving others, and connecting with others- all while practicing joy and having fun! 

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