Dare To Do It

THE ASIA PACIFIC STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

THE QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY PRESENTS THE...

THE 12TH ANNUAL ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE

- STUDENT CONFERENCEBuilding capabilities and global cooperation

for a sustainable future .

6TH - 9TH JULY, 2010

GARDENS POINT CAMPUSBRISBANE AUSTRALIA

DARETO DO IT

D a r e t o t h i n k .

A GREAT WHAT DOES

LIFE LOOK LIKE?D a r e t o t h i n k a b o u t i t .

about APSSAEstablished in 1988, APSSA was the first student affairs organisation in the world to have a truly international membership and international activities. According to its constitution, the Association has four objectives:

1. To enhance liaison and cooperation among members in the development of student affairs work and student services in the region.

2. To assist in the development of s t uden t a f f a i r s wo r k and t o strengthen its role in the development of tertiary education in the region.

3. To promote the welfare of students in tertiary education.

4. To enhance cultural understanding and develop inter-cultural skills among members.

The association is registered in Hong Kong and its secretariat is based at the Hong Kong Un i ve r s i t y o f Sc i ence and Technology (HKUST). One of the original founders of APSSA, Mr Luke Wong, is a retired Director of Student Affairs from HKUST and was the first President of APSSA (1988-1992).

In 1998, an Institute of Student Affairs (ISA) was established under the APSSA umbrel la to organize tra in ing and development activities for student affairs professionals. Since its formation, the ISA has organised certificate courses for several hundred participants, in a number of countries across the Asia Pacific region.

Besides organizing conferences and training programmes, APSSA also conducts study visits to the region and beyond for the purpose of professional exchanges.

The APSSA international conference is held every two years 2010 being the 12th International Asia Pacific Student Services Conference.

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think to supportStudents of today are immersed in a rapidly changing world. The expectation for delivery of outcomes is stressful and frequent. Need to jump out of that rut?! ‘Think to Support’ will expose students to a series of ideas addressing how one can utilise personal and collective resources in order to enhance their productivity. Learn how to stretch yourself and become comfortable with being the best that you can be.

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think to engageEvery day we all have chance encounters with strangers, passing conversations with neighbors and routine contact with our friends, colleagues or customers. If you don’t think these interactions matter then let ‘Think to Engage’ convince you otherwise. ‘Think to Engage’ will introduce students to the art of conversation. Students will spend the day engaging with one another within processes that facilitate meaningful discussion, debate and deliberate use of language. You have the power...use it!

think to build capabilitiesOne of the greatest misconceptions that people live in is that they don’t really impact the lives of others. Your l i fe can be a path of coinc idence, happenstance, and luck or it can be a purposefully charted course to touch the lives of others and make the difference that only you can make in the world. ‘Think to Build Capabilities’ will be the final day of conference and will challenge students to reflect upon their experiences to date and how they may move forward post conference. What will they sustain in their lives and how will it impact on their ability to learn, grow, shape and communicate in the world?

about the conferenceThe conference will focus on partnerships between Student Support Service professionals, academics and students to build more successful student learning outcomes, personal and graduate capabilities and satisfaction with tertiary education experiences. Conference streams will cover Student Support, Student Engagement and Building Graduate Capabilities.

The parallel student conference – ‘Dare to do it”: Building capabilities and global cooperation for a sustainable future - will adopt the mindset that process is part of the journey and learning and sharing new and different perspectives only deepens ones understanding of the world leading to a more rounded interpretation of study outcomes, personal growth and career development.

The student conference will work with delegates to expose them to processes that teach one how to think as opposed to what to think. Complimented by a range of papers and workshops the conference is expected to cover themes and related sub-topics including learning styles, positive psychology, potential, social responsibility, sustainability, creative thinking and how conversation can act as a catalyst for change.

The Student Conference was created by a QUT graduate, Alissa Phillips, who worked alongside a Steering Committee of current Brisbane based University Students. Read on to learn how the Student Conference will be unpacking the APSSA Conference themes for 2010 and daring to do it...daring to think!

tony ryankeynote speaker / Educational

Consultant / Baby boomer

Tony Ryan is an Australian learning consultant who is obsessed with two things: 1. His own learning; and 2. Everyone else's learning. Tony Ryan is an educator and writer offering professional support throughout the world on issues such as lifelong learning, thinking skills and enthusiasm for just being alive! He has presented over 1500 keynotes and workshops at state, national and world conferences in the past 20 years.

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aleem alikeynote speaker / Founder of

human. / Gen X

Aleem was born in QLD and raised by parents who: juiced (and drank) most pieces of vegetation on their relatively self-sufficient suburban block; boycotted the large, local supermarket because it was owned by a South African company (during the apartheid regime); sent him to both Sunday School and the Mosque; and, had a home computer in the early 80‘s. Consequently, it is little wonder that he has an abiding passion for sustainability, social justice, cultural understanding and technology. Aleem has more than 15 years experience as a cultural worker, entrepreneur, mentor and executive.

alissa phillipsconference facilitator / Founder of

s.p.a.c.e and Think [co] / Gen y

Alissa Phillips works with an authentic sense of purpose. With an intense obsession for social innovation and a background in community development and the arts. Alissa is one of Brisbane's emerging leaders within society. Alissa believes there is potential in everyone and everything. She advocates for the fact that all people and their strengths can be embraced through enhanced innovative thinking, dynamic conversations and education through positive and shared experiences. Alissa is a self confessed over achiever, has met the Australian Prime Minister and regularly travels to Singapore to visit her partner. This week though she remains on home turf to spend the 4 days with the APSSA Student Conference delegates.

key note thinkers

erin gregorQUT Double Degree Bachelor of Business and JournalismErin thinks sister’s are doing it for themselves!”

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student steering committee thinkers

paul thorleyQUT Business Degree and Ernst and Young Graduate AccountantPaul thinks that the privilege of access to education infers an obligation to take advantage of all that is offered.

kirralee parsonsQUT Double Degree of Public Health and Media, Student AmbassadorKirra dared to start a social justice group called ‘Vision Generation’ at QUT to raise awareness about global issues so we can make a difference.

Linda tamUQ Bachelor of Economics, Member of The Bridge Volunteering Society and about to begin a 1 year volunteering experience teaching English in China.Linda thinks that together we can make a difference.

tiffanie ngQUT Bachelor of Business Gradute and PR Officer for the Golden Key QUT Chapter.

mun ting gohQUT Bachelor of Education (Teaching English as a second Language). Volunteer at the Milpera State High School.Ting dared to give every opportunity is life a try and so far has not been let down!

panashe dubeGriffith University Bachelor of Laws/Commerce, currently the Sponsorship and Marketing Co-ordinator Panashe thinks big thoughts but relishes small pleasures.

phil mairuGriffith University, Vice President of the Griffith Indigenous Student AssociationDared to establish the indigenous student association at Griffith.

day 1 orientation9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Pre-conference Study TourExcursion to local higher

education institutions (includes tour of city landmarks).

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Z Block, Level 4 Foyer

Poster Presentations

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm s Block, Level 4, Room 403 Introduction to the

Student ConferenceRegister for this workshop and learn about

the Student Conference from Student Conference Facilitator, Alissa

Phillips and the APSSA Student Steering Committee for 2010.

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Z Block, Level 4 Foyer

Registration Open

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Old Government House

Conference Welcome Reception

* The program is subject to change.

OR

day 2 supporting7:45 am - 8:45 am

Z Block, Level 4 Foyer Registration

Arrival. Tea. Coffee. Register. 10:30 am - 11:00 am Z Block, Level 4 Foyer

Morning Tea

8:45 am - 9:30 am Z Block, Level 4, Room 411 Opening Ceremony

Welcome to country and welcome address by APSSA

President Ouyang Kang.

9:30 am - 10:30 am Z Block, Level 4, Room 411

Keynote AddressProfessor Don Markwell

“Supporting the best student experience for the 21st Century: global trends and challenges.”

11:00 am - 11:45 am S Block, Level 4, Room 403

Setting the SceneJump out of the rut and

go stretch yourself!


LunchPoster Presentations

1:30 am - 3:00 pm S Block, Level 4, Room 408 Keynote Tony Ryan

Realised potential can enhance ourcreativity, strengthen our productivity

and inspire us to embraceour talents. Let Tony will show you how

to support your potential!

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm S Block, Level 4, Room 409

Co-CreationWhat is the relationship betweennot knowing and taking action?

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Z Block, Level 4 Foyer

Afternoon tea

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm S Block, Level 4, Room 403Student Conference

Keynote Alison TriffettImpressions Management

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Garden Walk / BridgeSomething needs to be

written here


World CafeAwakening collective intelligence

through conversations that matter.


6:00 pm - lateNetworking Dinner

Register at the conference registration desk

on Tuesday or Wednesday morning.(optional activity)

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

DO WHAT YOU CAN.

D a r e t o t h i n k a b o u t i t .

day 3 engaging7:00 am - 7:45 am

Optional ActivitiesActivity 1: Garden Walk

Activity 2: Bridge to bridge fun run 10:30 am - 11:00 am Z Block, Level 4 Foyer

Morning Tea


Setting the SceneYou have the power.

Use it!


Keynote AddressDorinda Fung

Building personal and professional capabilities -

partnerships, assessment and e-portfolios.


Aleem AliMethods for engagement when

working in the not-for-profit sector to create change in the community.


LunchPoster Presentations

on display in the Foyer.


The Great DebateUniversities are in

a time warp!

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm The QLD State Library, The Edge Conference Room

Open SpaceLearn an innovative approach for hosting meetings,

conferences, corporate-style retreats and community summit events without any formal agenda, beyond the

overall theme or purpose!

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Students in transitAfternoon tea at The Edge

7:00 pm - lateThe Strand

at Rugby QuayConference Dinner

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm The Edge Foyer

The ContinuumTalkin’ about our

generation.


12:00 am - 12:30 pm S Block, Level , Room 408

The Big LiftVolunteerism.

Why work for free?

day 4 building capabilities


Closing Plenary

12:00 am - 12:45 pm Z Block, Level 4, Room 411 Conference Wrap Up


Post conference optional toursTours to other Australian Universities, Tours of

popular QLD holiday destinations (e.g. Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast,

Tangalooma Dolphin feeding, Fraser Island, Great Barrier Reef)

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

Morning Tea


Ehon Chan / Sarah MoranOnline Communities and the

Social Media Revolution


Setting the SceneBegin charting your course.


Lunch


D a r e t o t h i n k a b o u t i t .

believe

The start to a better world is our belief that it is possible.

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