Optional Pre- and Post-Conference Activities
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NOTE: Pre-conference sessions require pre-registration and are subject to an additional fee. See registration information.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
PRE-CONFERENCE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
8:30-11:45
WORKSHOP #1 - PREPARING FOR A FLU PANDEMIC
How does the threat of a potential H1N1 flu outbreak affect our institutions at home and our partners abroad? What are the implications for our international student advisors, and for international mobility? How are we preparing ourselves for such an event and who is involved? The session will be divided into two sections. In the first section, a panel will briefly present an overview of the H1N1 current situation and how different institutions across Canada are managing and/or adapting their pandemic plans around international issues and initiatives. In the second section, participants will work on developing a set of planning principles, assumptions and list of available (or desired) resources to appropriately prepare for a pandemic crisis, with the intent of documenting and sharing the best practices around international students, student mobility, and other international concerns in Canadian universities.
Coordinated by Karen Strang, Nipissing University and Sonja Knutson, Memorial University of Newfoundland.
12:00-13:15 LUNCH (provided to all participants)
CONCURRENT PRE-CONFERENCE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS
Coordinated by Enrique Chacón, Chair, Professional Development & Conferences, SACE, CBIE.
13:30-16:15
WORKSHOP #2 (CONCURRENT) : Two pre-conference professional development sessions for International Student Advisers New to the Field
"So you've been asked to present! Tips for beginners on preparing cross-cultural sessions for faculty and staff."
International Student Advisors are well-qualified to design and deliver presentations to those that interact with our international students both in our institutions and in the local community. We are passionate and well-informed on the impact of cross-cultural adaptation issues that arise in classrooms and in student services. Sometimes, however, we may doubt our abilities to put all of our knowledge into a presentation that will be accepted, respected and useful to a variety of audiences. This session will be interactive and will provide a number of examples of possible formats for cross-cultural presentations.
Facilitated by Sonja Knutson, Memorial University and Julie Snair, Acadia University
"Networking on campus: stretching your resources by partnering with other offices, faculties and services." Facilitated by Enrique Chacón, University of Windsor
13:30-16:15
WORKSHOP #3 (CONCURRENT): Two pre-conference professional development sessions for the More Experienced International Student Advisor
"Study, work, immigrate: Navigating the Canadian immigration landscape for international students and their families in uncertain economic times."
Changes in immigration policies over the past few years have altered the experience of international students in Canada. Yet, as evidenced by the recent recession and by differences in provincial nominee programs, the effect of these changes may not be experienced to the same degree by all students and institutions throughout the country. Using a case study and abbreviated strategic analysis approach (SWOT), participants will be able to "walk in each other's shoes" and gain a broader awareness of the realities faced by their colleagues and of the similar and unique approaches that can be taken to support international students in achieving their employment and post-graduation ambitions.
Facilitated by Derek Tannis, University of Saskatchewan
"Diversity: Lessons Learned while Moving Forward. Inspiration, support, tools and ideas to foster change that promotes an inclusive concept of diversity on our campuses."
Diversity is here to stay. Our campuses continue to become increasingly diverse as Canada competes in the global race for international students to fill our institutions and to stay as permanent residents to supply talent for Canada's shrinking labour pool. As we deepen our understanding of what makes for a culturally and racially diverse learning environment, what have we learned that helps us move forward? What program, event and service ideas promote an inclusive concept of diversity on our campuses? This session will offer analysis of two such programs and provide concrete ideas, tools and network. Participants will be able to reflect back to their own institutions, campus climate, and the challenges and opportunities in moving change forward. Given the economic reality of the moment and the tightening of budgets and resources, it is important that the momentum of progressive change not diminish. Thus it is intended that the session will support and inspire all who accept the responsibility for fostering change.
Facilitated by Rose Aquino, University of Western Ontario
13:30-16:15
WORKSHOP #4 (CONCURRENT) - PRE-CONFERENCE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP ON eLEARNING Cancelled due to insufficient enrolment numbers.
Post-conference activities will be posted as they become available.
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