Monday, March 10, 2008

Drive In - The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and College Student Personnel Association of New York State

Hello CSPA Members!

Below is a reminder about a professional development opportunity for you sponsored by the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and CSPA. Feel free to share with your colleagues and to attend!

Best Practices: The Increased Importance of Risk Management In Higher Education

Thursday, March 13, 2008 , 9am- 2pm

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Student Union, Troy, New York

Hosted by: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and College Student Personnel Association of New York State

Participants will have a chance to learn and discuss:

updates on new laws, policies, procedures and standards

overviews of common risk management definitions and terms

recommended steps for implementing better risk management practices

ways to identify challenges, key issues and common mistakes


The conference will include an overview of the significance of risk management concepts followed by a series of panel presentations focusing on key risk management areas such as Event Programming, Travel, Study Abroad, Athletics, Hazing, and Alcohol/Drug issues. Panelist include: Charles Carletta, General Counsel, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Jack Buttridge, Risk Management Consultant for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Richard A. Vohden, Marsh Risk Consulting Dennis McDonald, V. P. for Student Affairs, The College of Saint Rose Travis Apgar, Assistant Dean of Students/ Greek Life, Cornell University, Matt Milless, Director of Student Activities, Union College Kevin Beattie, Acting Director of Athletics, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Deadline for Registration is March 6, 2008. Please reference the attached newsletter for the registration form.


E-mail Kimberly Williams, Syracuse University with any questions: knwillia@syr.edu

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