Past Events

The BIPOC Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and support one another regarding experiences and/or issues in the higher education field. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level. There is no limit to the number of connection groups a member may participate in, and we hope you…

Hosted by the Educational Resources Committee, this webinar is geared towards seasoned CIVSA members or those interested seeking an advanced degree. Hear from CIVSA members who have sought a Masters Degree or PhD, their motivation behind doing so, and how it has helped them in the industry. If you are on the fence about going back to school or want to discover what opportunities exists for an advanced degree, please consider joining us! Register using the link below; the zoom…

The Welcome & Visitor Center Connection Group is for visit and event professionals whose main job/role is within their institution's Welcome Center and/or Visitor Center. This group may also be of value to CIVSA members who are planning to open a new Welcome/Visitor Center. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level. There is no limit to the number of connection groups a member may participate…

The Senior Leadership Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who have been in the higher education campus visits field for seven years or more. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level. There is no limit to the number of connection groups a member may participate in, and we hope you take advantage of these offerings. Register using the link below; the zoom link…

A focused roundtable to discuss institutional protocols and coordinated approaches when responding to inquiries or visits from external agencies. This session provides space to share practices, compare frameworks, and support consistent, informed responses across our campuses. Please note: participants are not serving as subject matter experts on this topic. Register using the link below; the zoom link will be emailed to you.

The Middle Managers Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who are leaders overseeing day-to-day functions and operations, but are between upper management and frontline employees. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level. There is no limit to the number of connections a member may participate in, and we hope you take advantage of these offerings. Register using the link below; the zoom link…

The Canadian Specific Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who work within a Canadian-based college or university. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level. There is no limit to the number of connection groups a member may participate in, and we hope you take advantage of these offerings. Register using the link below; the zoom link will be emailed to you.

Are you responsible for creating or managing your department’s budget? Join this webinar to hear how CIVSA members from two different institutions successfully manage their budgets. Each presenter will share personal experiences, practical strategies they use, and how they navigate budget challenges and changes within their departments. Whether you’re an experienced budget manager or new to the process, this session will provide valuable insights, tips, and tools to help you manage your department’s budget more efficiently and confidently. Register using…