CONFERENCE AGENDA [Updated 20 July 2009]
WEDNESDAY 22 JULY 2009
4:00 – 6:30 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Academic staff may pick up Conference agendas, maps, name tags, and other materials. Academic staff must pre-pay the registration fee online at www.uww.edu/asa/onthemove by Tuesday 21 July 2009.
Williams Center
4:00 – 9:00 PM ACCESS TO WILLIAMS CENTER GYM
The Williams Center Weight Room requires its participants to wear appropriate athletic attire which includes a shirt with sleeves and athletic shoes. Baseball caps are not allowed and headphones are only allowed on the cardio floor. There are locker room facilities available, but you must provide your own lock and towel.
Williams Center
4:15 NATURE HIKE [optional excursion]
A little nature… A little exercise… George Clokey, Lecturer in the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Biological Sciences Department, will lead a tour of Friar’s Woods. This nature preserve is used for teaching, research, and exercise. The nature hike involves light to moderate walking and will last approximately 75 minutes.
Departs from the Williams Center. This is a complimentary excursion offered at no charge to Conference participants.
4:15 BIKE RIDE [optional excursion]
Enjoy a sixteen (16) mile leisurely-paced bike ride through the scenic Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest led by your guide, Ron Buchholz, Director of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Career and Leadership Development Center. Riders will encounter rolling hills as they pass both Rice Lake and Whitewater Lake during the ride.
Departs from Williams Center. Trek bikes will be provided for up to 30 riders. This is a complimentary excursion offered at no charge to Conference participants.
6:30 – 9:00 PM INFORMAL ACADEMIC STAFF SOCIAL
Come to Rick’s Eastside Pub and Grill for one of the best burgers in town! Rick's will also be offering a "wing special" that night. Conference participants are invited to socialize with colleagues before the Conference kicks off on Thursday.
Hosted by Denise Ehlen and Therese Kennedy, Conference Planning Committee members at Rick's Eastside Pub and Grill, located on 561 East Milwaukee Street (Highway 12) in Whitewater.
THURSDAY 23 JULY 2009
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Academic staff may pick up Conference agendas, maps, name tags, and other materials. Academic staff must pre-pay the registration fee online at www.uww.edu/asa/onthemove by Tuesday 21 July 2009.
University Center Information Desk, North Side Main Concourse
7:00 AM – 9:00 PM ACCESS TO WILLIAMS CENTER GYM
The Williams Center Weight Room requires its participants to wear appropriate athletic attire which includes a shirt with sleeves and athletic shoes. Baseball caps are not allowed and headphones are only allowed on the cardio floor. There are locker room facilities available, but you must provide your own lock and towel.
Williams Center
8:00 – 10:00 AM GOLF [optional excursion]
Play nine holes of golf at the Whitewater Country Club.
The course is located on Highway 89 just south of the intersection of Highway 89 and the Highway 12 Bypass on the south edge of the City of Whitewater. Participants must pay fees at the course--$15 for nine holes of golf without cart; $25 for nine holes of golf with cart.
8:30 – 10:00 ACADEMIC STAFF REPRESENTATIVES COUNCIL MEETING
Governance representatives from System and University of Wisconsin institutions will meet for an ad hoc Academic Staff Representatives Council meeting.
262 University Center
9:00 AM HYLAND HALL TOUR
Tour the newly constructed and state-of-the art Timothy J. Hyland Hall, home of the University's College of Business and Economics. Associate Dean, Donald Zahn will lead the 60 minute walking tour. Visit www.uww.edu/cobe/building/index.html to learn more about the new building.
Departs from the University Center Information Desk, North Side Main Concourse
10:00 – 10:30 AM INTRODUCTORY REMARKS
Speaker: Stephen Kolison, Associate Vice President for Academic and Faculty Programs at the University of Wisconsin System. 275A University Center
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM KEYNOTE: "HOW TO BREAK RECORDS"
Speaker: Roger Seip, Freedom Personal Development You'll learn proven strategies to harness your mental power and achieve your personal best in business and in life. The process is simple. You will identify a personal target Roger will teach you the action steps that will bring you closer to your goal and bring your goal closer to you. You will learn:
- How success leaves clues and how to find them.
- About the "Law of Attraction" and the impact it has on your success.
- How to "flip the switch" that triggers achievement.
12:00 – 1:00 PM LUNCH AND NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY
The lunch menu features Lasagne a la Moda Mia: lasagna with meat, cheese, and Roma tomatoes; house salad with Italian dressing; fresh baked Italian bread sticks; coffee; and water. Garden vegetable lasagna may be substituted for meat lasagna. Please check "vegetarian meal preferred" when registering for the Conference.
275B University Center [The cost of lunch is included in the registration fee.]
1:15 – 2:15 PM BREAK-OUT SESSIONS: GROUP A
A variety of presentations in each of the three Conference tracks-personal and professional development, outreach and collaboration, and legislative issues-will be offered.
CULTURE CHANGE AT THE SAVANNAH RIVER SITE
Presenter(s): William Widen, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Tightened budgets, downsizing, and variations in public perception all lead to the need for an organization to challenge and change its culture. This presentation will describe the design and implementation of culture change at the Department of Energy's massive Savannah River Site [SRS], an organization of 26,000 employees that covers 310 square miles. In particular, the presentation will cover the topics of: 1) organizational background; 2) need for change; 3) change strategy; 4) change implementation; 5) measurement and assessment of change; and 6) observations and lessons learned for the successful culture change of an organization. A fifteen minute video of the culture change process at SRS will also be shown. While the principal business of SRS is not education, this presentation intends to illustrate that people are the driving force behind any organization and that empowering people to achieve the organization's goals can create an energized, accountable culture. 261 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
INTEGRATED MARKETING AT YOUR UNIVERSITY
Presenter(s): Jeannette DeDiemar and Jaime Hunt, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Organizational change is never an easy task and when it involves building a team and infrastructure as well as providing counsel and services to the rest of the institution, it becomes an even bigger challenge. Learn from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Integrated Marketing and Communications team on how to be a change agent for your institution. 262 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIPS THROUGH LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Presenter(s): Jeff Janz, David Travis, and Diana Rogers-Adkinson, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Since 2004, UW-Whitewater has been providing a successful curricular/co-curricular experience for students known as "Learning Communities." The key to the success of this program has been through partnerships, particularly between academic affairs and student affairs colleagues. What began as a pilot single program offered in the fall of 2004 has grown to include 16 Learning Community offerings for the fall of 2009. Members of the faculty, instructional and non-instructional academic staff work to coordinate each learning community. The results have consistently demonstrated improved student retention rates and engagement with the institution. Students register for several intentionally linked courses and usually reside in close proximity in a residence hall. The program is linked by a common academic or special interest theme. This presentation will highlight the value of partnerships in implementing a successful student retention intervention strategy. 264 University Center
Outreach and Collaboration Track
SPEED NETWORKING
Presenter(s): Debra Karp, Dawn Lingo, and Paula Plasky, University of Wisconsin-Parkside
This session will introduce speed networking as a way of building social capital and will explore potential applications for fostering connections on and off-campus. Presenters will share UW-Parkside's experiences with using speed networking to assist nonprofit organizations in finding board directors. Participants will participate in an interactive speed networking experience around the theme of finding potential collaborations among campuses. 266 University Center
Outreach and Collaboration Track
SHARED GOVERNANCE: RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS
Presenter(s): Chris Ashley, University of Wisconsin System
Moderator(s)/Host(s): Michael Cohen, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
This session will provide an overview of the statutory basis for academic staff governance. Included will be a discussion of academic staff responsibilities in relation to faculty and students. 259 University Center
Legislative Issues Track
2:15 – 2:30 PM BREAK
Light refreshments (i.e. coffee, juice, soda, cookies, and pastries) will be provided in the gathering area outside 275 University Center between 2:00 and 4:00 pm at no additional charge to participants.
2:30 – 3:30 PM BREAK-OUT SESSIONS: GROUP B
A variety of presentations in each of the three Conference tracks-personal and professional development, outreach and collaboration, and legislative issues-will be offered.
EAT THAT FROG!
Presenter(s): Denise Ehlen and Derek Erlitz, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
This session focuses on practical ways to stop procrastinating and get more done in less time. Tips are drawn from Brain Tracy's work "Eat That Frog" and the presenters' experience. 261 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
WP 101: AN INTRODUCTION TO UNRAVELING WHITE PRIVILEGE
Presenter(s): Amanda Goodenough, Thomas Harris, Bee Lo, and Lynette Prieur Lo, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Have you ever had trouble finding posters, postcards, greeting cards or dolls that represented your race? Have you ever suspected that you were pulled over by the police because you were white? When you go shopping, can you assume that you will be treated as a serious customer and not a potential shoplifter? If we are honest with ourselves, whites are given all types of privileges. This interactive session will help us gain a better understanding of how White Privilege works in the United States, including the roles we all play in the systems of privilege and oppression. What are its ramifications on society? How is it actually harmful to whites? How can we use White Privilege to benefit society? We ask that you come with an open mind ready to listen to different perspectives, think deeply, and share in the conversation. 262 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
This session lasts 120 minutes (2:30 – 5:00 pm, including breaks)
CONDUCTING AN ACADEMIC STAFF SALARY REVIEW
Presenter(s): Donna Dahlvang and Tom Gennessey, University of Wisconsin-Superior
This session includes an overview of the Academic Staff Salary Review completed at UW-Superior in March 2008. The Academic Staff Salary Review was completed by Superior's Academic Staff Personnel/Compensation Committee, along with the Human Resource Director. The goal was to identify and correct as many market inequities within academic staff classifications as possible while maintaining budget integrity. The review was conducted by looking at each academic staff member's Hayes/Hill classification and job description and comparing it with CUPA classifications and salary data. Session presenters will discuss the process, the challenges they encouraged, results, and future plans. 264 University Center
Outreach and Collaboration Track
CURRENT LEGISLATIVE ISSUES, THE STATE BUDGET BILL, AND THE IMPACT ON ACADEMIC STAFF
Presenter(s):
Moderator(s)/Host(s): Michael Cohen, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Members of the Assembly Committee on Colleges and Universities will serve as a panel to update Conference participants with current legislation being considered which could affect Academic Staff in the UW-System. An opportunity to suggest topics and questions will be given to the audience. 259 University Center
Legislative Issues Track
3:00 – 4:00 PM Break
Light refreshments (i.e. coffee, juice, soda, cookies, and pastries) will be provided in the gathering area outside 275 University Center between 2:00 and 4:00 pm at no additional charge to participants.
4:00 – 5:00 PM BREAK-OUT SESSIONS: GROUP C
A variety of presentations in each of the three Conference tracks-personal and professional development, outreach and collaboration, and legislative issues-will be offered.
GROWING INTO SOCIAL NETWORKING
Presenter(s): Kim Groshek
Moderator/Host: Ron Buchholz and Giuliana Miolo, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
In this session, the presenter will describe social networking and why it is used. She will also provide suggestions on how to: 1) use social networking tools; 2) avoid getting too involved; and 3) use social networking to achieve your goals. 261 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
WP 101: AN INTRODUCTION TO UNRAVELING WHITE PRIVILEGE (continued)
Presenter(s): Amanda Goodenough, Thomas Harris, Bee Lo, and Lynette Prieur Lo, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Have you ever had trouble finding posters, postcards, greeting cards or dolls that represented your race? Have you ever suspected that you were pulled over by the police because you were white? When you go shopping, can you assume that you will be treated as a serious customer and not a potential shoplifter? If we are honest with ourselves, whites are given all types of privileges. This interactive session will help us gain a better understanding of how White Privilege works in the United States, including the roles we all play in the systems of privilege and oppression. What are its ramifications on society? How is it actually harmful to whites? How can we use White Privilege to benefit society? We ask that you come with an open mind ready to listen to different perspectives, think deeply, and share in the conversation. 262 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
This is a continuation of the session that begins at 2:30 pm.
RETENTION OF MULTICULTURAL STUDENTS THROUGH SHORT-TERM STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
Presenter(s): Freda Briscoe and Elizabeth Ogunsola, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
A study abroad experience can assist student retention. Strategies for increasing multicultural students participation in study abroad opportunities is a collaborative effort between the Office of International Education Programs, Academic Support Services, and other units at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Study abroad is one of the vehicles utilized to retain and graduate first generation/low income students through the provision of diverse global experiences. The topics in this session will include a review of the literature on the impact of study abroad on student retention; the identification of barriers that limit student participation; and the benefits of short-term study abroad experiences. The presenters will also explore the availability of resources to finance study abroad. In addition, presenters will share their experiences. 264 University Center
Outreach and Collaboration Track
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING: WHAT IS IT? HOW DOES IT WORK?
Presenter(s): Peter G. Davis, Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission
Moderator(s)/Host(s): Michael Cohen, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
The first half of the session will be a presentation of the collective bargaining process currently used for unclassified professionals in the State and the Wisconsin Technical College System. Current legislation regarding collective bargaining for unclassified employees in the UW System will be discussed, along with how it would be implemented if some type of legislation is passed. Questions, submitted in advance, will be responded to along with questions from the audience as time permits. 259 University Center
Legislative Issues Track
5:15 – 6:45 PM CONFERENCE RECEPTION/DINNER
Hamilton Center, first floor of the University Center
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
Presenter(s): Richard Telfer, Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
WHEELCHAIR ATHLETICS DEMONSTRATION
Moderator(s)/Host(s): Tracy Chynoweth and Jeremy Lade, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Come enjoy an informational, participatory presentation with representatives of the 2009 National Champion Warhawk Wheelchair Basketball Team. Head Coach Jeremy Lade will describe how this very unique program has found its niche on the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus and with the University of Wisconsin System. The players will introduce themselves and will share the circumstances that led them to Whitewater’s program. Additionally, the players will conduct a very inviting "Q&A" encouraging the audience to ask anything they want to know. There will be an opportunity for the audience to "take a shot at the title" by putting themselves in wheelchairs and "giving it a go" against the Warhawks. This session promises to be very enjoyable and very educational for all.
DINNER
The Conference dinner features the "Impressive Feast." The menu includes beef tenderloin, chicken Marsala, tossed salad, pasta salad, dinner rolls, corn, broccoli, and/or au gratin potatoes with water, coffee, and/or hot tea. The cost of dinner is included in the registration fee.
7:00 PM DESSERT BAR SPONSORED BY TAUWP [tentative]
University Center, room will be announced prior to the Conference date. Dessert and cocktails will be sponsored by TAUWP. Hamilton Center, first floor of the University Center
FRIDAY 24 JULY 2009
7:00 AM – 9:00 PM ACCESS TO WILLIAMS CENTER GYM
The Williams Center Weight Room requires its participants to wear appropriate athletic attire which includes a shirt with sleeves and athletic shoes. Baseball caps are not allowed and headphones are only allowed on the cardio floor. There are locker room facilities available, but you must provide your own lock and towel. Williams Center
8:00 – 9:00 AM CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Academic staff may pick up Conference agendas, maps, name tags, and other materials. Academic staff must pre-pay the registration fee online at www.uww.edu/asa/onthemove by Tuesday 21 July 2009. University Center Information Desk, North Side Main Concourse
8:00 – 9:00 AM PLENARY: "RECOGNIZING LEADERSHIP (or Would you Know a Leader if You Saw One?)"
Speaker: Christine Clements, Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Most of us have some understanding or definition of leadership although it often remains unexamined. In reality, leadership has many different "faces," and our assumptions about what makes someone a leader may say more about who we are than it does about leadership. What are the characteristics and behaviors that make someone a successful leader? Can anyone be a good leader? What characteristics do each of us have that might make us good or bad leaders? Good or bad followers? Why do some leaders "go bad?" These are some of the issues that will be discussed in this presentation. 275A University Center
9:15 – 10:15 AM BREAK-OUT SESSIONS: GROUP D
A variety of presentations in each of the three Conference tracks-personal and professional development, outreach and collaboration, and legislative issues-will be offered.
PREVENTING ACHES AND PAINS AT THE COMPUTER
Presenter(s): Mary Hughes, Fort Health Care
Moderator/Host: Ron Buchholz and Giuliana Miolo, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
You would think that working at the computer would be relatively safe with few physical demands. Yet many people experience muscular fatigue, aches and pains, headaches and eye strain, even the sensation of fingers falling asleep. This discomfort makes us less productive at work and can interfere with our lives outside of the work environment. This presentation will cover the do's and don'ts of computer work: setting up your workstation, chairs and sitting posture, ergonomic accessories, laptops, and inexpensive quick fixes. Stretches as an injury prevention tool will be introduced. 261 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
PANEL DISCUSSION: COMMUNITY PARTNERS’ PERSPECTIVE ON ENGAGING WITH THE UNIVERSITY
Presenter(s): Debra Karp, Dawn Lingo, and Paula Plasky, University of Wisconsin-Parkside
This session will offer insights into how a variety of community partners view the relationship, benefits and challenges of engaging with the local University to address community issues. We will introduce a sampling of partners from the nonprofit and government sectors. We will explain the history of the partnership and its importance to the University. Partners will make a brief presentation and be open for questions. 264 University Center
Outreach and Collaboration Track
CAMPUS POLICIES—REVIEW, UPDATES AND CHANGES
Presenter(s): To be announced
Moderator(s)/Host(s): Michael Cohen, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
This session will go through an example of Campus Policies and determine why the policy is needed and how it relates to the Wisconsin Administrative Code or UW System Policies. This "case study" will give participants the experience of researching and reviewing policies and making changes effective. 259 University Center
Legislative Issues Track
10:15 – 10:45 AM BREAK AND PRIZE DRAWING
Light refreshments (i.e. coffee, juice, soda, cookies, and pastries) will be provided in close proximity to the presentation rooms between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm at no additional charge to participants. Names will be drawn for prize drawings. Gathering area outside 275 University Center
11:00 AM –12:00 PM BREAK-OUT SESSIONS: GROUP E
A variety of presentations in each of the three Conference tracks-personal and professional development, outreach and collaboration, and legislative issues-will be offered.
TWEETING IS NO BIRD CALL: SOCIAL MEDIA AND HIGHER EDUCATION
Presenter(s): Sara Kuhl and Melissa Di Motto, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Twitter. Facebook. YouTube. All the kids are doing it, but what does it mean for the ivory towers of higher education? Find out how you can use today's technology to reach potential students, alumni, and others who can support and spread the word about your campus. 261 University Center
Personal and Professional Development Track
BEST PRACTICES: SEARCHING FOR EXCELLENCE AND DIVERSITY—THE SEARCH AND SCREEN PROCESS
Presenter(s): Elizabeth Ogunsola and Eric Barber, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
It is important to identify applicants to fill job vacancies that will enable the organization to achieve its mission and goals. It is also important to communicate equal opportunity and diversity as an institutional value. During the search and screen process, the organization should ensure that candidates are treated consistently, fairly and that the candidates have a positive experience with the organization. During these procedures, there should always be evidence of compliance with fair employment practices. This session will include the following topics:
- Running an effective and efficient search committee;
- Actively recruit an excellent and diverse pool of candidates;
- Developing a recruitment plan;
- Evaluating the pool of applicants;
- Ensuring a fair and thorough review of candidates;
- Overcoming the influence of biases and assumptions;
- Top ten tips on searching for excellence and diversity; and
- Appropriate and inappropriate interview questions 264 University Center
Outreach and Collaboration Track
ACADEMIC STAFF ISSUES: A CONVERSATION WITH GOVERNANCE
Presenter(s): Dennis Shaw, Academic Staff Representatives Council
Moderator(s)/Host(s): Michael Cohen, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
The session will include a panel of Academic Staff Representative Council members that will describe and discuss the process of communicating and disseminating information regarding academic staff issues. Participants will have the opportunity to raise questions and provide feedback regarding Academic Staff issues and concerns on their campus. 259 University Center
Legislative Issues Track
12:00 PM END OF CONFERENCE AND LUNCH
Box lunches will be available to take as you leave or to enjoy in the University Center. Box lunch options include the club wrap (ham, turkey, bacon, and Swiss cheese topped with lettuce and tomato); Mediterranean chicken wrap (crispy chicken strips, shredded lettuce, tomato, cucumber, feta cheese, and oregano in a flour tortilla wrap); or veggie wrap (lettuce tomato, cucumbers, onion, cheese, peppers served on a flour tortilla). All boxed lunches are presented in disposable containers with napkin, utensils, chips, and a cookie. Bottled water and soda will also be served. 275A University Center [The cost of the boxed lunch is included in the registration fee.]
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