2018 National Student Parent Symposium Submissions Application
Lifting Generations Together
2018 Symposium
Call for panels, papers and workshops
 
The theme of the 2018 National Student Parent Success Symposium  is “Lifting Generations Together.” The conference will be held at Portland State University, Portland Oregon from June 18th to 20th. “Lifting Generations Together” refers to the well-researched knowledge that when a parent receives a degree, it changes the economic life of that parent’s family in a positive direction for generations to come. We can all have a part in achieving a more equitable society by helping student parents achieve their educational goals.

The Symposium Advisory Committee invites the submission of abstracts for workshops, papers and panels on the Symposium theme. A planning committee reviews the proposals and invites the panelists and facilitators. The peer review process ensures rigor and relevance of the selected programs.  Proposals will be evaluated based on program content; relevance to the theme, evidence of clearly stated goals and outcomes with specific take-aways; contribution to the knowledge, theory, and practice of supporting student parents; and adherence to program submission guidelines. Collaborative proposals are encouraged. Details on the submission process are available at https://sites.google.com/pdx.edu/spss/submit-a-proposal.

The following areas are of particular interest but we also welcome other topics for submissions as well. Sessions may fall into more than one area, in fact, that is encouraged!

Direct Service: Innovative ideas for program administration, development, engagement and retention activities from those that provide services directly students with children. These can be programs that provide services through colleges or universities, or off campus programs which serve this population.

Campus Childcare: For the first time this year, NSPSS will include a focus on campus childcare providers and programs. This includes but is not limited research, funding, curriculum, and parent engagement as they relate to campus childcare.

Policies and research: Informing attendees about current public and college/university level policies and research affecting the lives of students with children.

Student Parents: Presentations/panels designed and led by student parents, and/or designed specifically for the student parent audience.

Program Proposal Deadline: April 15, 2018
Notification of Program Status: May 1, 2018

Use the form below to submit your educational session proposal. The proposal deadline is April 15, 2018 at 11:59, Pacific Time.
 
For questions, please contact us at nspss@pdx.edu.

Thank you in advance for your submissions, and we look forward to seeing you in Portland!

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Presenter Information
Lead Presenter: First and Last Name *
Lead Presenter: Institution/Organization *
Lead Presenter: Email address *
Lead Presenter: Phone Number *
Additional Presenter 1 First and Last Name
Additional Presenter 2 First and Last Name
Additional Presenter 3 First and Last Name
Session Information
Session Title *
The session title should be no longer than 10 words.
Session Abstract *
Please provide a brief description of your program (60-word maximum). Note: your text may be edited by the conference planning committee for brevity and/or clarity. This description will be used in the program if your submission is chosen.
Session Outline
Each session will last 65 minutes. Please provide a brief outline of your presentation. Include your session content, timing, and format. If you have an existing presentation (powerpoint, prezi, etc.), please e-mail it to nspss@pdx.edu.

EXAMPLE:
- Introduction of topic and theory (10 minutes)
- Survey of the audience - using social media and clickers (10 minutes)
- Presentation of the analysis of the audience data compared to data collected from our institution. What are the common themes we found? What is surprising or different? (10 minutes)
- Small groups work on a case study; then shares out in the larger group (15 minutes)
- Create individual action plans on how this will be applied to their role/institution (10 minutes)
- Conclusion, Q&A (5 minutes)
- Powerpoint will be e-mailed to nspss@pdx.edu
Session Outline *
Be sure to include your session CONTENT, TIMING, and delivery FORMAT. Remember, we are looking for sessions that are engaging and give participants specific take-aways.
Session Categories *
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Learning Outcomes *
Please identify two to three learning outcomes of your session.
Target Audience *
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Session Format *
Methods of engagement
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Technology/Equipment Needs *
Presenters will need to supply their own laptops, cords and supplies. Please indicate below if any additional technology is needed.
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