APSSA Student Conference Draft 2

Draft 1, May 19th, 2010

s t u d e n tCONFERENCEPROGRAM

Building capabilities and global cooperation for a sustainable future.

The 12th International Asia Pacific Student Services Association Conference 2010

July 6 - 9 2010

July 6 - 9 2010

DRAFT 2 Dated May 19, 2010

*Chris did you want to offer touristy type activities in replace of the workshops?


Time Agenda Location

9:00 am - 5:00 pm Pre-Conference Study TourExcursion to local higher education institutions (includes tour of city landmarks)

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Workshops (optional)

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Workshops (optional)

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Registration Open

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Conference Welcome Reception Old Government House, QUT

7:00 pm Free nightFringe Forum Available

APSSA Student Conference Overview Day 1

Tuesday July 6

*Please keep in mind that Wednesday night is The State of Origin and therefore local delegates will want to be watching this...I assume so at least!



7:45 am - 8:45 pm RegistrationArrival tea and coffee

Z Block Level 4 Foyer

8:45 am - 9:00 am Conference Opening Z 411

9:00 am - 9:30 am Welcome to Country / Welcome AddressAPSSA President, Professor Kang, Opening Address

Z 411

9:30 pm - 10:30 pm Keynote AddressProfessor Don MarkwellHigh quality student learning and development - challenges for a sustainable, globally interconnected future.

Z 411

10:30 am - 11:00 am Morning Tea Z Block Level 4 Foyer

11:00 am 11:45 am Student Conference: Setting the SceneAlissa Phillips (Facilitator)Dare to do it!

11:45 am - 12:30 pm Student Conference: Intro to Break Out Sessions Dare to know yourselfSplit up into groups and place yourself on the continuum.

12:30 am - 1:30 pm Lunch / Poster Presentations and Exhibitors Z Block Level 4 Foyer

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Student Conference: Keynote AddressTony Ryan (Thinkers Keys)Dare to focus on your potential instead of your limitations.

Z 411

2:30 pm - 3:15 pm Student Conference: Break Out Session 1Dare to discuss: “Nothing that is worth knowing can be taught”

3:15 pm - 3:40 pm Afternoon Tea Z Block Level 4 Foyer

3:40 pm - 5:00 pm Student Conference: Workshop on Positive Psychology (Panel) Dare to look on the bright side of life (a) Panelist 1 Pending - Kylie McGowan(b) Alison Triffett(c) Hayden Spensor

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Scavenger Hunt Day 1

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Free Evening - networking options (TBA)


Wednesday July 7: Supporting

*Who is the keynote on this day?*What is the topic of the debate?



7:00 am - 7:45 pm Optional ActivitiesActivity 1: Gardens and river walkActivity 2: Bridge to bridge fun run

8:45 am - 9:00 am Conference OpeningHouse keeping / Notices

Z 411

9:00 am - 10:00 am Keynote Address“Building personal and professional capabilities - Are student affairs professionals doing enough?”

Z 411


11:00 am 11:30 am Student Conference: Setting the SceneAlissa Phillips (Facilitator)Dare to have a voice.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm Student Conference: Keynote AddressAleem Ali (Human Ventures)Dare to stop and think. Working with the community, for the community to create change in the community.

12:30 am - 1:30 pm Lunch / Poster Presentations and Exhibitors Z Block Level 4 Foyer

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm The Great Debate / PanelWhat happens outside the classroom is just as important as what happens in the classroom.

Z 411

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Student Conference: SpeakerMel Boulton (The Big Lift)Dare to make a contributionBuilding leadership through collaboration and service with our communities.

In transit to The Edge

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Afternoon Tea @ The Edge

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Student Conference: Workshop Dare to have conversations that matter.(a) World Cafe (b) Open Space

@ The Edge

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Scavenger Hunt Day 2

7:00 pm - late Conference Dinner The Strand at Rugby Quay


Thursday July 8: Engaging

*Who is the keynote on this day?*What was the problem with the 3:30 - 4:30 time slot?



8:45 am - 9:00 am Conference Notices

9:00 am - 9:45 am Closing Keynotes AddressDaring to do it: How should we be shaping student learning, development and support for a sustainable future?

Z 411

9:45 am - 10:30 am Student Conference: Setting the SceneAlissa Phillips (Facilitator)Dare to be translucent Small Group Break Out Session Final remarks from groups

Z 411


10:40 am - 11:40 pm Student Conference: Workshop Dare to build up yourself and others(a) Social Media (Ehon Chan, YES)(b) Volunteering (Ali Phillips, Bust A Move) (c) Innovation (Engineers Without Borders)

Z 411

11:40 am 12:00 pm Student Conference:Alissa Phillips (Facilitator)Student Conference wrap upDare to do it again!

Z 304

12:00 am - 12:45 pm Conference Wrap UpAnnouncement of next APSSA Conference

Z 411

12:45 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch Z Block Level 4 Foyer

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Optional Post conference tours:A: Visit Bond University, Gold CoastB: Interest Group MeetingsC: Brisbane City TourD: Scavenger Hunt (cont.)

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Student Conference Scavenger Hunt Winner Announced followed by Aussie BBQ

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Friday July 9: Building Capabilities

Documents

APSSA Student Conference Draft 2