This chat will explore best practices and creative strategies for building meaningful connections with younger students. We’ll share ideas on outreach, interactive programming, and ways to engage the K-8 crowd through fun, impactful, and age-appropriate activities. Register using the link below; the zoom link will be emailed to you.
College and Major-specific visit days can be powerful tools for helping prospective students envision themselves in a particular program or academic community. In this collaborative discussion, we will share ideas and experiences around planning and facilitating these events. Participants are encouraged to contribute examples, challenges, and successes from their own campuses as we explore what…
We invite you and your student staff to join us for this unique student-driven experience, including educational sessions, networking opportunities, campus visits, a keynote speaker, and so much more! See website below for more information and to register.
The Parenting Professionals Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who identify as parents and/or guardians outside of the workplace. The purpose of this group is to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and support one another regarding experiences directly related to being a parent and/or guardian while working in higher education. Connection Groups…
The LGBTQ+ Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who identify as LGBTQ+ 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…
The HBCU Representatives Connection Group is for visit and event professionals employed at a Historically Black College and/or University to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and support one another regarding experiences directly related to HBCUs. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal…
The Academic & College Specific Connection Group is for visit and event professionals whose primary job/role is located within an academic college, unit, or school at their institution. 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…
Student tour ambassadors are often the first connection prospective students make with your campus. As expectations shift, ambassadors must deliver authentic, engaging, and inclusive experiences. This session highlights practical strategies for training and supporting ambassadors, strengthening storytelling, and building meaningful connections with diverse audiences. Whether you’re enhancing an established program or creating a new one,…
The Event Planners Connection Group is for event professionals who do not oversee visit programs or tour guides to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and exchange resources related to event planning in higher education. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and…
The New to the Profession Connection Group is for visit and event professionals with less than 1.5 years in their current role. This group may also be of value to CIVSA members who have a higher education background but are new to visits and events, and/or entering a new role in visits and events. Connection…