How can we expand our capacity to serve students, save lives, and build a safer campus culture? Naloxone distribution! Naloxone distribution does more than reverse opioid overdoses. Professionals from several states will describe the partnerships they have developed to distribute naloxone on campus, reduce overdose risks, increase bystander intervention, and educate our highest-risk students. Presenters will discuss policy considerations, marketing strategies, innovative group and individual interventions, and evaluation efforts. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Describe strategies for partnerships to increase access to naloxone on campus 

2. Explain our philosophies, approaches, and perceived benefits of naloxone distribution 

3. Identify strategies for overdose education and naloxone distribution at each level of the social-ecological framework

Aimee Hourigan, Director of Substance Abuse Prevention & Education

Allison Smith, Ph.D., Assistant Commissioner for Student Health and Wellness

James Lange, PhD, Executive Director

Washington University in St. Louis' Office for International Student Engagement (OISE) has implemented innovative orientation programs to support international students' transition, belonging, and success. This session will explore how OISE's multifaceted orientation initiatives address students' evolving needs and the internal culture shifts necessary to sustain these efforts. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging technology, fostering a changing culture, and ensuring a return on investment in student support services. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify OISE's multi-pronged orientation approach, virtual seminars, community-building events, and tailored in-person programming that address the unique needs of international students

2. Apply OISE technology to provide timely support and information, making the orientation process more accessible and engaging for students before they even arrive on campus

3. Understand how OISE's leadership fosters a culture of innovation and adaptation among staff, ensuring that orientation programs evolve alongside the changing higher education landscape

James Barton, Program Coordinator of the Office for International Student Engagement

Evelyn Real, Director of the Office for International Student Engagement

Career readiness is often viewed as a luxury for students with time and space outside the classroom. To address this disparity, the University of Northern Colorado's Center for Career Readiness partnered with staff and faculty across campus to launch the Career Readiness Faculty Fellows program. The presenters will share outcomes from the first year of implementation, challenges, lessons learned, and tips on embedding NACE career readiness competencies into coursework at your institution. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify at least one lesson learned they can use for their own career-to-curriculum implementation plan 

2. Interpret the benefit of cross-campus collaboration for embedding careers into the curriculum at their institution 

3. Describe at least one reason to embed career readiness competencies into coursework at their institution

Colleen Sonnentag, PhD, Dean of Student Development

Timothy Nellett, Director of Career and Experiential Learning

The University of Delaware's Spectrum Scholars Initiative empowers autistic individuals and our community on campus and in the workplace. The program is designed to support neurodiverse individuals, with a particular emphasis on assisting autistic students. Services offered include executive functioning coaching, career support, and sensory-sensitive social engagement events. The presenters will provide valuable insights and recommendations to other campus programs and initiatives aimed at effectively supporting neurodiverse students. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify appropriate ways to ensure that the spaces and ways in which they support neurodiverse students are sensory appropriate

2. Construct engagement activities for autistic students in an inclusive, accessible environment

Adrienne Cornish Lucas, Assistant Director

Eryn Cahoon, Academic Program Coordinator

The presenters will review recent research related to the needs and experiences of neurodiverse students in higher education. Using their years of experience in psychotherapy, psychiatry, translational science, and program/intervention development for college settings, the presenters will offer practical suggestions for a diverse audience of both clinical and non-clinical student affairs professionals to support neurodiverse students in succeeding in college. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Define neurodiversity while providing practical suggestions for a diverse audience of student affairs professionals 

2. Identify ways in which campus practices and policies can be modified to better support neurodiverse student success and inclusion 

3. Describe qualities of neurodiversity that strengthen and enrich campus communities

Carla Chugani, Vice President of Clinical Programs

Larry Ozowara, Vice President of Care Delivery

The presenter will share details of rebuilding the student government association at Appalachian State University, including clarification of both the range of problems leading to change, and the steps taken to rebuild over the past two years. Through reframing student government, a new version of student representation has emerged, creating a more inclusive and collaborative environment which welcomes students, faculty and staff to engage together. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify various challenges and barriers that have become increasingly common within campus SGA organizations. 

2. Recognize that major change can be considered, even for student-led student organizations that are often perceived by some to be rich in history. 

3. Recall actionable steps that can be replicated on other campuses in collaboration with students.

Jeff Cathey, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

Gretchen Cross,

Despite efforts to increase diversity and inclusion on college and university campuses, viewpoint diversity is rarely discussed in training sessions and in professional development initiatives within student affairs. The presenter will highlight the importance of viewpoint diversity and inclusion as it relates to the work of student affairs professionals and provide recommendations for addressing and overcoming ideological marginalization. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Articulate the existing empirical and anecdotal data about viewpoint diversity and ideological marginalization in higher education

2. Interpret underlying religious and/or political ideologies that lead to diverse viewpoints about a multitude of topics of interest in student affairs 

3. Recognize how to separate viewpoint/belief from behavior and will gain an increased understanding of how to appropriately regulate the latter

Christy Moran Craft, Professor and Graduate Coordinator

Online sports betting has led to an increase in problem gambling behaviors on campus. Students engaging in these behaviors often have co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. With easy access to gambling, it's critical that campuses understand the potential risks and are prepared to support students in need of help. The presenters will explore the current gambling landscape, discuss the relationship between problem gambling and mental health, and identify strategies to integrate problem gambling work into existing campus efforts. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Recite the current gambling landscape, including federal, state, and campus policies that have led to an increase in problematic gambling behaviors among college students 

2. Identify current trends in gambling behaviors among college students and the intersections between gambling, mental health, suicidality, and substance use 

3. Articulate how student affairs leaders can support strategies that integrate problem gambling work into existing efforts on campus.

Cindy Clouner, MPH, Managing Director

M. Dolores Cimini, PhD, Director, Center for Behavioral Health Promotion and Applied Research

James Lange, PhD, Executive Director

The presenter will explore the connections between college athletics and masculinity. The presenter will ground this exploration with established scholarship on masculinity, including the theories of Hegemonic Masculinity, The Triad of Men's Violence, and Guyland. Additionally, the presenter will discuss several healthy masculinity prevention and intervention strategies, including student conduct, that have been used at different institutions of higher education, for both student-athlete and general student populations.

 Learning Outcomes 

1. Articulate at least two ways that hegemonic masculinity can harm women and men

2. Identify at least two efforts that institutions of higher education have used to promote more inclusive spaces for students (one for student-athletes, one for general students)

3. Recall at least one proactive and at least one reactive way that student affairs professionals can facilitate student learning on the topic of healthy masculinity

Carl Mehta, Interim Assistant Dean of Students

This session explores the innovative housing partnership between The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and Mercer County Community College (MCCC), allowing MCCC students to live on TCNJ's campus while completing their associate degrees. The collaboration enhances engagement and success by providing access to TCNJ's residential life and college services. Attendees will learn how this initiative fosters community, supports academic growth, and creates seamless transfer pathways, modeling partnerships between two- and four-year institutions. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify effective strategies for developing and implementing cross-institutional housing partnerships between two-year and four-year colleges

2. Explore approaches to advocating for collaborative initiatives that enhance student engagement, retention, and success

3. Analyze the benefits of providing two-year college students with access to four-year institution resources and how it can foster academic growth and community integration

Kelley Hennessy, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs

Yannick Ladson, Director, Counseling and Wellness Center

Sean Stallings, Vice President of Student Affairs

Christina Tormey, Director of Residential Education & Housing

Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Office of Student Conduct should work as allies. However, a lack of cooperation and distance often replace the respect and shared responsibility that should be the cornerstone of their collaboration. In this session, the presenters will explore the barriers to effective collaboration and discuss how aligning a vision for accountability can transform how these offices work together to educate and support students. They will share practical processes, experiences, and solutions, offering a road map for implementing change on campus.

 Learning Outcomes 

1. Examine where there are potential conflicts in relationships between Fraternity & Sorority Life and Conduct Offices and identify potential opportunities for successes and future collaborations 

2. Identify a road map and shared language to begin conversations with their Fraternity & Sorority Life and/or Conduct office to enhance collaboration and encourage alignment in response and outcomes 

3. Construct a shared Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to govern conduct incidents from examples provided in the session

Kaela Lindquist,

Michelle Guobadia, Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life

This session will explore what unconscious bias is and how it directly impacts student success. This training includes a comprehensive plan to identify, address, and mitigate unconscious bias within schools and colleges. Unconscious bias can negatively impact decision-making, student access, student morale, and overall admission and retention performance. With this training, we aim to create a more inclusive environment and improve student satisfaction, student retention, and overall student success. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Practice identifying and mitigating unconscious biases and implement strategies to address them

2. Apply a culture where diversity is valued and all students feel included

3. Employ a more inclusive and equitable student experience and enhance decision-making processes

Nahomi Carlisle, Associate VP and Chief Equity and Compliance Officer

Home@Mizzou significantly improves student retention and success by providing secure housing and tailored support services for student housing needs. Attendees will learn about the program's structure, funding model, outcomes, and the importance of on- and off-campus collaboration. The presenters will also share insights and strategies for replicating the program's success at other institutions. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify the unique challenges faced by housing-insecure students in higher education

2. Analyze the effectiveness of collaborative approaches to student support services

3. Develop actionable strategies for implementing similar housing support programs on other campuses

Lori Fox, Assistant Dean of Students

Ashli Grabau, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Assessment

Morgan Myers, Assistant Director of Residential Life- Student Care & Community Standards

Tyler Page, Residential Life

Haley Hamblin-Dold, Basic Needs Coordinator

Artificial intelligence is quickly being adopted by many industries to address long-standing problems, and the field of mental health is no exception. In this session, the presenter will discuss the ways in which AI is already being used in mental health settings and the potential benefits and risks. Data from recent pilots of an AI mental health chatbot will be shared. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify the various ways AI is currently being used in the field of mental health 

2. Examine the utility, risks, and benefits of mental health-related generative AI technology

Peter Forkner, Psychologist

The presenters will share findings from a national qualitative study exploring the use of student organization accountability models and frameworks by student conduct administrators. Findings will be shared about how incidents are investigated, methods of accountability, and the functionality of addressing collective members/organizational behavior. Implications for practice will be included by comparing findings to existing conduct from professional associations including AFA, NASPA, and ASCA. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify current student organization accountability models in comparison to study findings 

2. Distinguish areas of opportunity to improve their model student organization code of conduct 

3. Differentiate between individual and organizational concepts within an institutional code of conduct

Pietro Sasso, Ph.D., Associate Professor

Active Bystanderism is a primary strategy to prevent sexual violence and promote sexual respect, particularly with student-athletes, even as research support is limited and programs are rarely designed to be population-specific or scaffolded over time. In this interactive session, we'll discuss - and practice - incorporating key behavioral health theories into active bystander programs and specifically designing your workshops with student-athletes in mind, utilizing strategies that engage this population while minimizing potential resistance. 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Identify opportunities to create buy-in and decrease resistance from student-athletes as a population/key audience 

2. Apply key behavioral health theories of the health belief model and motivational interviewing to the design, facilitation, and assessment of active bystander training 

3. Simulate participation of student-athletes in a workshop through role play in scenario-based work and observe theory-based debrief strategies

Jennifer Jacobsen, Executive Director of Health & Well-Being

Paige Olowu, DOJ OVW Grant Project Director

Interested in improving health equity for your Queer and Trans students? In this session, the speakers will share resources for creating Queer and Trans affirming programs and services. The strategies discussed will include self-education, trans-centered frameworks, and tools for evaluating services. Leave this session feeling empowered to better serve your Queer and Trans students! 

Learning Outcomes 

1. Articulate the importance of Queer inclusive and affirming programs and services 

2. Articulate strategies for self-education as it relates to being Queer inclusive 

3. Describe at least 3 strategies for developing Queer inclusive and affirming programs and services at their institution

Marlaina Widmann, Assistant Director of Wellness Services

Gia Born, Program Manager South Spencer Residential College