Connection Groups are a space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level.

Group Leads host virtual meetings every other month to discuss topics related to shared identities, roles, or institution type. There is no limit to how many Connection Groups a member may participate in, and joining one group discussion does not obligate you to participate again in the future. If you’re ready to connect, visit our event calendar for a list of upcoming groups. We hope to see you at a meeting soon!

The Academic & College Specific Connection Group is for members whose main job/role resides in an academic college, unit, or school for their institution.

 

The BIPOC Connection Group is for members who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

 

The Canadian Specific Connection Group is for members who work within a Canadian-based college or university.

 

The Community Colleges Connection Group is for members who work at community and/or technical colleges.

 

The Event Planners Connection Group is for members whose main job/focus is small or large-scale events and who do not manage or oversee tours and/or tour guides.

 

The HBCU Representatives Connection Group is for members who are employed at a Historically Black College and/or University.

 

The LGBTQ+ Connection Group is for members who identify as LGBTQ+.

 

The Middle Managers Connection Group is for members who oversee day-to-day functions and operations but are between upper management and front-line employees.

 

The New to the Profession Connection Group is for members who are new to the profession or new to a role related to visits and events.

 

The Orientation Programming Connection Group is for members whose main job/role is within their institution’s Orientation or Transition Program Office or who collaborate with those teams.

 

The Parenting Professionals Connection Group is for members who identify as a parent and/or guardian outside of work.

 

The Senior Leadership Connection Group is for members who hold a significant leadership role within their office and/or who have been in their leadership role for beyond 5 years.

 

The Small Colleges & Universities Connection Group is for members who work at small colleges and universities.

 

The Welcome & Visitor Center Connection Group is for members whose main job/role is within their institution’s Welcome/Visitor Center.

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