Events

Recent research in medicine and psychology has demonstrated that our physical and mental health are significantly influenced by behaviors within our control. As a result, specific lifestyle factors that contribute to greater well-being have been identified. Dr. Cabrera will present the latest science regarding these factors and offer recommendations for behavioral changes that can lead…

The LGBTQ+ Connection Group is for event professionals who identify as LGBTQ+ to share information, have 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…

Calling all CIVSA New Members! You’re invited to join the Member Relations Committee for a New Member Orientation. This orientation is for CIVSA new members who have joined in the past three months and/or have not attended an orientation and have been a member for less than one year. The goal of this orientation is…

The Middle Managers Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who are leaders who oversee day-to-day functions and operations but are between upper management and front-line 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…

Join us for a Region II CIVSA event at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX., located between Houston and Dallas on I-45. We’ll host a full day of learning and campus experiences which will include an educational session on tour and event safety measures, a campus tour, Hot Topic roundtable discussions, Q&A, and fun…

The Orientation Programming Connection Group is for event professionals whose main job/role is within their institution's Orientation or Transition Program Office. This group may also be of value to CIVSA members who collaborate with Orientation and Transition Program Offices for visits and events. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and…

Tailoring campus visit experiences to specific academic programs can make all the difference in engaging prospective students. From Nursing Days to Engineering Showcases, program-specific events help students envision their future on your campus. In this session, we’ll explore best practices for designing and executing these specialized events, share success stories, and discuss strategies to collaborate…

The BIPOC Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to share information, have 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…

Hiring and recruiting students and professional staff can be challenging! Join the Region II team for an open discussion on best practices to leave you feeling empowered to form your best team. Register using the link below; the zoom link will be emailed to you.

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 had a higher education background but are new to visits and events and/or are entering a new visits and events role.…

The Academic College & Department Connection Group is for visit and event professionals whose main job/role resides in an academic college, unit, or school for 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 how…

With DEI programs being dismantled at colleges and universities, many of us are left asking: How do we keep reaching and supporting underrepresented students in meaningful ways? This isn’t a lecture—it’s a real, open conversation about what’s working, what’s not, and how we can lift each other up while navigating these changes. Let’s chat about:…

Curious about how other Welcome Centers and Visitor Centers are designed and operated? Join this interactive session where we’ll share photos, explore setups, and discuss the technology that brings these spaces to life. Bring snapshots of your own center and get inspired by seeing how others create engaging visitor experiences. This collaborative session is all…