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Winter Drive-In Conference at University at Buffalo

Theme:	Programming
Location:	University at Buffalo
Date:	February 4th
Registration:	Register for the event at ACUI.org
Description:	Join colleagues from around the region for a winter escape to Buffalo to discuss promising practices in programming. Bring fresh ideas, fun examples. and we'll supply the hot chocolate.
Cost:	$20 a person for all until 1/27 $25 a person after 1/27 *cost includes continental breakfast and lunch

Call for Submissions	Steal This Idea!

Schedule:

10am – Check-in, Coffee Hour

11am – Welcome

11:30am – Block 1 Educational Sessions
12:20pm – Block 2 Educational Sessions

1:10pm – Lunch and Small Group Networking

2:00pm – Steal This Idea Showcase

2:45pm – Closing Address

3:15pm – Closing and Departure

Keynote:

Dr. Andrea Costantino, Director of Campus Living at UB will be our keynote presentation. Andrea has over 10 years experience in the field and will talk about building community through programming.

Education Sessions:

The Ed Session are rolling in, but we still need more! This is a great forum for undergraduates and graduates to present, so please consider presenting! Some of you have asked what topics will be covered, so here is a brief list:

- Recruiting

- Alternative Spring Break Programs

- Late Night Programs

- Graduate Student Panel Discussion

- Touring UB’s Student Union

- Students working with Administrators

- Maximize your staff

- Developing a Diversity Programming Board

- Creating Pride and Tradition on your campus through programs

Hot Topic: Suicide Warning Signs and Prevention
January 25 , Noon Eastern
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for college students. This round-table discussion with give you the tools to identify warning signs of suicide and action steps to take to save a life, while giving you the opportunity to ask questions and share examples of resources used on your campus.

Hot Topic: Getting the Most out of the Annual Conference
February 15 , Noon Eastern
Learn more details about the features of the upcoming ACUI annual conference by participating in this round-table discussion. Participants will hear insights about various activities, as well as have the opportunity to ask questions about different conference highlights and programs. This session is a great opportunity for first-time attendees to get prepared for their time in Boston.