56th NAASS Annual Conference
NAASS
The North American Association of Summer Sessions
2019 Annual Conference
November
Platinum-Level Sponsors
Diamond-Level Sponsors
What?
We cultivate community and networking opportunities among members and relevant organizations. We promote the advancement of scholarship and research to enhance the critical nature of summer and special sessions for colleges and universities.
Our conferences provide an opportunity for professional growth and open exchange of ideas to develop quality summer programming and academic standards. A volunteer administrative council, regional representatives, and committees govern NAASS.
Who?
Anyone involved in the administration of summertime or winter educational programs interested sharing or learning more about activities and research that support innovation and best practices in their work.
Where?
Sunday through Tuesday reservations: JW Marriott New Orleans
(Hotel reservations must be made prior to October 14th to secure the conference room rate.)
Arriving prior to Sunday?
– Reserve your hotel for Sunday through Tuesday at the JW Marriott New Orleans. The conference rate deadline is October 14th.
– Rooms at the JW Marriott New Orleans for Saturday night are sold out. You may check local hotel availability and rates for Friday or Saturday nights through your preferred travel site. Using the commercial Marriott website for the dates needed will allow you to see which hotels have availability and the distance to the conference hotel.
Conference Program
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Schedule at a Glance
Submit a proposal
Submit a proposal for a concurrent session: Share what your institution is doing—the successes and lessons learned with your colleagues. Single presentations, group presentations and panels are welcome.
Submit an Award Winning Big Idea Poster Session proposal: Based on previous conference feedback, we are trying something new this year. Instead giving awards, we want everyone to share their award winning idea with all conference attendees. To submit a Big Idea poster session proposal, use the link above and select Big Idea Poster Session in the drop down box on the Add Abstract page. Poster Session Details.
Proposal Submission Deadline has been extended to September 30, 2019.
- Conference Highlights
New Administrator’s Workshop – A valuable opportunity for new – or almost new – summer and special session administrators to share experiences and learn together. The purpose is to provide you with an overview of summer session administration and the basic skills for success.
How to Become a Highly Successful Leader Workshop with Travis Brown – Ready to explore leadership possibilities and take that “next step”? This workshop is for you! Join Travis Brown, nationally-known educational leadership and motivational speaker for this inspiring and energizing workshop.
“Uncover Unique Strategies Guaranteed to Increase Your Influence and Help You Become a Highly Successful Leader”
Travis will unmask the “secrets decisions” you need to make to go from being a good leader to being a great leader. When you learn how to increase your influence, deal with difficult people and situations you can excel at your job! You have the potential, now it’s time to become a highly Successful leader!
Learn what your colleagues are doing with summer and special sessions. You will leave with many excellent ideas to implement for your institution.
Fast paced, fun event to meet and share with your colleagues.
“How to Be Your Best, Reach Your Potential, and Lead Others to Achieve The Same Thing!”
Successful leaders think and act differently than others. They know how tap into their Mojo
and fuel their drive for success every day! Travis’s keynote is guaranteed to inspire, motivate,
and equip you with the tools to transform your leadership and achieve your greatest potential!
Travis is known for his high energy, intense content, and captivating speaking style. His life experiences and stories have proven to be a successful training platform to educate, motivate, and entertain his diverse audiences.
Join your colleagues and continue the networking opportunities on a tour of the history and creativity behind the Mardi Gras floats.
Marketing and promotional items to be shared with conference attendees. Bring or ship (click here for shipping instructions) what you can and take new ideas back to your institution.
- Swag Swap!
Marketing and promotional items to be shared with conference attendees. Bring or ship (click here for shipping instructions) what you can and take new ideas back to your institution.
- Travel
614 Canal Street,
New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 USA
(Driveway entrance on 611 Common Street)
Take Interstate 10 East toward Slidell to exit 234B for Poydras Street (Superdome). Follow Poydras Street eight blocks to Camp Street and turn left. Travel three blocks to Common Street and turn left again. The hotel’s motor lobby entrance is located on the right at 611 Common Street between Camp Street and St Charles Avenue.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Airport Phone: +1 504-464-0831
Hotel direction: 16 miles SE
Sponsorship Opportunities
Want to support NAASS and get some great perks along the way? Consider sponsoring the 2019 Annual Conference. There are 4 main levels to choose from that can fit any budget.