Welcome back! It is time for a recap on all of the conferences that happened across the regions of NACURH this past year! We know you had a fabulous time attending, and we wanted to share some stories and highlights! As part of a new initiative to better educate those involved with NACURH about region-al happenings, the newsletter reflects key highlights from conferences. Please feel free to take a look and see what other regions and students have experienced this conference season.

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Introducing our Conference Recap Issue!

NACURH Network Newsletter

February 2014

N A C U R H S E R V I C E S A N D R E C O G N I T I O N O F F I C E

Inside this issue:

A note from the

CRC

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Regional Con-

ference Recap

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Memorable Conference

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December NACURH OTM

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Mission/Vision

Statement

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Facebook and

Twitter

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Contact

Information

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

A note from the Conference Resource Consultant, “What I feel has gone well this conference season in general, and what I've been quite impressed with, is the overall willingness to help when and where needed and the flexibility I've seen many people display to help ensure conferences are running as smoothly as possible and ultimately we're serving our students to the best of our abili-ties. My overall impression of conference season at this point is that all our confer-ences have gone really well! I've heard many positive comments about the delegate expe-rience, the conference staff experience, the board and office experience, and the advisor experience…it's been a great success! No matter the role they're serving in at the conference they attend, I hope each student is positively challenged, learns something new, and makes a connection with at least one new person during their experience. I hope they leave their conferences with a renewed sense of and passion for leadership. I love conferences for many reasons! One of my favorite reasons, though, is that for most students, a conference is the first time they experience their region or NACURH. It can be a lot of fun to see what path that first conference eventually leads some of them on.”

Christina Aichele

CRC (Conference Resource Consultant)

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Read below for insight from regional conference attendees!

Thomas James: Studying Business Administration at Frostburg State University “The conference went well. There were a few technical difficulties, but we established good ideas for our

region.” Favorite part: Attending NRHH Boardroom

Hannah Malloy: Studying Psychology and Spanish at Slippery Rock University Serving as the CAACURH No Frills 2014 Conference Chair “At our universities it is hard to see that we are part of a bigger picture. CAACURH help see that big pic-

ture.” Favorite Part: Spending time bonding with the RBD and Conference team. Future hopes: That students are encouraged to stay involved and fee like they can “do this.”

Quick Stats: Hosted at the Pennsylvania State University November 8-10

Quick Stats: Hosted at Michigan State University 587 delegates November 22-24

Caleb Goodness Studies Political Science at UW-Platteville Serves as his school’s NCC “This was my first GLACURH and I really wanted it to be special. We also have a great relationship with

our Directorship. I feel like I could walk up to my RCC and talk to her about anything! That’s really im-portant to me as a CC.”

“I measure a conference’s success by my delegate’s reaction, I easily give GLACURH a 9 out of 10!” Favorite Part: CC programming session

Amanda Hohly-Seng Studies athletic training and kinesiology at Michigan State University Served as the GLACURH 2013 Conference Co-Chair “I hope students can walk away from GLACURH 2013 with fresh ides to bring back to their campus for

their students. I also hope they walk away with new friends and new connections with others from differ-ent campuses to use as resources to further expand on their leadership role on their own campuses.”

Favorite part: when everyone entered for opening ceremonies and the conference officially started! Nugget of wisdom: “Peace, love, polarbear!”

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Quick Stats: Hosted at Brigham Young University November 22-24

Elana Levy Studies Fashion and Textiles and Communication Studies at SUNY Oneota Serves as NEACURH’s Regional Director “Our conference was so successful! Some of the highlights were watching all of the schools receiving their

awards at the banquet, seeing all of our new affiliates schools speak up in boardroom, and getting to see all of the conference staff’s hard work pay off!”

“For our first time delegates, they were fully introduced to NEACURH and hopefully fell in love with every little thing about us and Marty the Moose!”

Favorite Part: Seeing special guest participate in cheers and become part of the Moose Family!

Quick Stats: Hosted at Stony Brook University November 15-17

Mila Hall Studies Psychology at NYU Serves on the NACURH Information Center (NIC) Attended IACURH as a special guest “It’s been great. I love meeting new people.” “A lot of new friends, a lot of new ideas to bring back to campuses in terms of programming and a whole

lot of regional pride.” Favorite part: Live tweeting at Roll Call

Nate Track Studies public management and public policy at the University of Arizona. Serves as the IACURH RCCPT (RCC of Publications and Technology) “I love the regional execs. They are great people. We have a lot of fun together.” Favorite Part: being reunited with friends from the region Hopes: new delegates benefited from networking and new ideas

Quick Stats: Hosted at St. Louis University October 25-27

Quick Stats: PACURH’s Largest regional conference November 8-10 Russell Jones was elected the new Regional Advisor

Dan Erosa Studies Psychology and Sociology at the University of Nevada– Las Vegas Serves as the PACURH Regional Director “PACURH 2013 was one of the best conferences I have ever had the pleasure of attending. The conference

staff at Gonzaga University went above and beyond to provide delegates with a holistic conference experi-ences that truly cultivated and enriched the leadership skills and abilities of each attendee.”

Favorite part: “Seeing how much PACURH has grown leading up to your biggest regional conference ev-er!”

Tyler James Treptow Studies Communication at Winona State University Serves as the MACURH AD-NRHH “It’s always so comforting to know that the conference staff has their ducks in a row and that is, with-

out question, the case at MACURH 2013.” “The conference delegates are a mixture of returners and new delegates. They work together to get ac-

climated to the conference atmosphere and are doing so seamlessly.” Favorite part: Boardroom Words to remember: “There is just something about democracy in action.” Hopes: That attendees gain passion and engagement

Heather Mynatt Studies History at the University of Central Missouri Serves as the NRHH Representative “I didn’t expect to fall back into the conference groove so easily, being around all my fellow reps and

delegates, even though we only see each other act conferences, [was] like no time had gone by since we last saw each other.”

“I benefited from this conference by taking away future goals for myself, for my delegates, and for my NRHH to all become more involved in the MACURH region.

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Quick Stats: 700+ attendees Hosted at East Carolina University October 25-27

Rasha Cheek Studies Political Science at UNC-Charlotte Serves as the SAACURH RCC of NRHH & Special Projects. “I think SAACURH 2013 went very well! Some of the highlights include seeing different schools come

out to our conference for the first time like Spring Hill College and Mercer University! Favorite Part: Seeing others attend from new schools and NCARH (North Carolina Association of Resi-

dence Halls) Words of wisdom: “You really cant compare one conference to another because each one has it where

you experience something new and different.”

Kenneth J. Hughes Studies Building Construction at Georgia Institute of Technology Serves as SAACURH Director “Delegates benefit from attending because they have the unique opportunity to step away from their

schools and organizations there to have meaningful discussions about how to better serve the lives of residents.”

Overall thoughts: “This was my eleventh major conference. It was really unique because it was my first time serving as regional director. It was really rewarding because I get to sit back and see the growth of the leaders around me.”

Stephanie Harris Studies Special Education at Texas State University Serves as the SWACURH AD-NRHH “I feel like delegates do get to benefit from conference, especially the SWACURH-U programs where they

get to learn more about conference and their organizations and how they function [and] can function.” Favorite Part: Watching Rolle Call and running NRHH Boardroom Overall thoughts: “This [conference] was completely different because I was running boardroom and part

of the regional board. Before, I was just a delegate. I loved it just as much as my first conference.”

Brad Schniers Studies Animal Science at Texas Tech University Serves as the SWACURH Director “Attendees greatly benefited from the conference experience. By getting to make new friends, learning

about the region, learning about new programs, and having a great time, the delegates gained a lot from attending SWACURH. “

“I’ve been to 7 conferences total. This conference was one of my favorite regional conferences for several reasons. Being on the RBD made a huge impact on what this conference was like. “

Quick Stats: Hosted at Texas Tech University November 14-17 Largest SWACURH ever

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Memorable Quotes!

“I hope that students gain a broader networking group. I think it is important for people to have connections with students all across the region [and] NACURH. It is a great opportunity for when you want to continue onto a career or just go on a vacation.” -

Andrew Haugen, University of

Wisconsin-Green Bay, studies Art, GLACURH AD-NRHH

“My favorite part was actually before closing ceremonies. I was up in my apartment above the bus stop that was taking delegates back to the hotel. I was getting ready for the ceremonies and looked out my window to see a flood of delegates doing MACURH cheers. It was great to look down and see so many people with so much

spirit.” -Rebecca Wallace, studies

Communication Sciences and Disorders, Saint Louis University, MACURH 2013 Conference Chair

Some conference photos

NACURH OTM Winners

November

October

Resident Assistant: Jason Karrels, nominated by Tyler Strohl, Carthage College, GLACURH

Executive Board Member: Elisa Wilson, nominated by Francis Chau, Gonzaga University, PACURH

Residential Community: A Yuma Thanksgiving, nominated by Sarah Mason, University of Arizona, IACURH

Institution Faculty/Staff: Leo Boese, nominated by Claire Logan, University of Southern California, PACURH

Spotlight: Justin Lechleiter, nominated by Tom Betram, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, GLACURH

Advisor: Tim Jordan, nominated by Trisha Gomez, Clemson University, SAACURH

Residence Life Faculty/Staff: Steven Yeagley, nominated by Drew Donahoo, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, GLACURH

First Year Student: Ashleigh Bowers, nominated by Lauren Zack, Arizona State University-Temple, IACURH

Student: Lisa Retting, nominated by Kirsten Hauge, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, GLACURH

Organization: American Sign Language Club, nominated by Alexandria Grant, University of Pittsburgh, CAACURH

Passive Program: Stairs Challenge, nominated by Brianna Pearson, Winona State University, MACURH

Diversity Program: Walk in my Shoes (WIMS): HIV/AIDS Awareness, nominated by Andrew Ritosa, Case Western Reserve University, CAACURH

Social Program: Soup Sippin’ and Socializin’, nominated by Janelle Trieu, University of Utah, IACURH

Educational Program: Red Flag Campaign Photo Shoot, nominated by Austin Harbison, Appalachian State University, SAACURH

Community Service Program: 1000 Ways to Say Thank You!, nominated by Jessica Beaver, University of Pittsburgh, CAACURH

September

Resident Assistant: Alec Walsh, nominated by Kimberly Selinske, Colorado State University, IACURH

Executive Board Member: Koryn Dillard, nominated by Bob Just, San Jose State University, PACURH

Residential Community: Fine Arts Community, nominated by Ty Krueger, Southern Methodist University, SWACURH

Institution Faculty/Staff: Jerry Peters, nominated by Caitlyn Lowry, Perdue University, GLACURH

Spotlight: Chef John Goehler, nominated by KIC Executive Board, Kent State University, CAACURH

Advisor: Harris Mojadedi, nominated by Kenrick Ali, California State University, East Bay, PACURH

Residence Life Faculty/Staff: Harris Mojadedi, nominated by Connie Liao, California State University, East Bay, PACURH

First Year Student: Katie Snyder, nominated by Sam Lazarus, University of Tulsa, SWACURH

Student: Sam Harwood, nominated by Rachel Briscoe, Eastern Washington University, PACURH

Organization: Center for Student Wellness, nominated by Michael Chen, University of Utah, IACURH

Passive Program: The Freshman Fifteen, nominated by Miranda Brayton, Brigham Young University, IACURH

Diversity Program: A Different Life: Growing up LGBT, nominated by Megan Scantlen, Oklahoma State University, SWACURH

Social Program: Friendship Friday, nominated by Elisa Wilson, Gonzaga University, PACURH

Educational Program: To Selfie or Not to Selfie: That is the Question, nominated by Daniel Auber, SUNY Oneonta, NEACURH

Community Service Program: Hiram Farms: Focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder, nominated by Josette Skobieranda Dau, Kent State University, CAACURH

Resident Assistant: Winston Wu, nominated by Antonio Duran, New York University, NEACURH

Executive Board Member: Jordan Thomas, nominated by Jamie Lloyd, Oklahoma State University, SWACURH

Residential Community: 7 South Community, nominated by Jacob Bezold, Perdue University, GLACURH

Institution Faculty/Staff: Chad Trisler, nominated by Justin Schuch, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, GLACURH

Spotlight: 10 Things You Should Know About Res Life, nominated by Antonio Duran, New York University, NEACURH

Advisor: Kyle Myers, nominated by December Lange, Kansas State University, MACURH

Residence Life Faculty/Staff: Joseph Verance, nominated by Nicole Wong, Adelphi University, NEACURH

First Year Student: Yulduz Ismatullaeva, nominated by Tara Prescott, University of California Los Angeles, PACURH

Student: Haley Wilson, nominated by Taylor Bergeron, Colorado State University, IACURH

Organization: James C. Martin Chapter of NRHH, nominated by Melinda Daniels, University of Wisconsin– Eau Claire, GLACURH

Passive Program: *WHAT* did you say?, nominated by Leonie Barkakati, University of Florida, SAACURH

Diversity Program: The Devil Wears Stereotypes, nominated by Amy Vida, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, GLACURH

Social Program: qWest, nominated by Doree Hicks, Kansas State University, MACURH

Educational Program: Green Room Certification, nominated by Kyle Wilson, Missouri State University, MACURH

Community Service Program: Relay for Life Colors 5k, nominated by Valerie Adams, Saginaw Valley State University, GLACURH

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VISION STATEMENT: The National Association of College

and University Residence Halls, NACURH, Incorporated, rec-ognizes living on campus as an integral part of the college ex-perience, and therefore strives to be the organization of choice for residence hall leaders by providing comprehensive oppor-tunities and resources for college and university students seek-ing to create the ultimate residence hall environment and ex-perience.

MISSION STATEMENT: NACURH is the leading interna-

tional organization advocating for the interests and welfare of residence hall students, while also providing opportunities for their personal growth and development. It is an organization of students committed to developing leadership, honoring di-versity, recognizing achievement, promoting scholarship, as well as stimulating engagement and involvement among stu-dents who reside in college and university residence halls. Through programs and services, NACURH provides leadership opportunities for students, shares residence hall programming resources and best practices, and coordinates activities with appropriate professional associations and business partners.

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