North Central 2006 Regional Conference
Convener Interest Form

The North Central Regional Conference Committee invites you to serve as a concurrent session convener at the North Central Regional Conference. It's an enjoyable way to participate in the conference and support SCUP's educational programming.

What does a session convener do?

Session conveners assist the presenters during their presentations and facilitate the smooth running of their session. They serve an important role and contribute to the quality of the educational sessions and the overall success of the conference. Conveners are listed in the final conference program beneath the session they convene. See the specific responsibilities of a session convener below.

I'm interested. What next?

If you will be attending the conference and are interested in serving as a convener, please complete the electronic form below and submit it to SCUP. Conveners will receive detailed information about their role and the session they will convene by October 2. If you have questions regarding any aspect of the convener role, please call April Pichlik at 734.998.9172, or email april.pichlik@scup.org.

If you register interest as a convener, please let us know if your availability changes by contacting April via phone or email. SCUP may limit the number of conveners from any one firm or institution.

Responsibilities of a Session Convener
  • Arrive at the session door 10 minutes before the session begins
  • Open and close the session on time
  • Introduce the presenter(s)
  • Moderate questions and answers at the request of presenter(s)
  • Distribute and collect session evaluation forms
  • Collect CD of presentation materials from presenter(s)
 
SCUP is unable to extend complimentary registrations to conveners. Conveners are required to register for the conference.
If you are interested in serving as a session convener, please provide the information requested below and click the "submit" button. SCUP may limit the number of conveners from any one institution or firm.
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Planning Interest

Please tell us your primary areas of interest, in order of interest. This information will be used when possible to match you with an appropriate session. Keep in mind that most of the concurrent sessions have multiple planning foci.

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Availability

Please indicate below any times when you will NOT be able to convene (e.g., due to conflicts related to travel plans, meeting schedules, etc.).

Times you are NOT available:

Monday (10/16)*
None AM PM All Day

Tuesday (10/17)*
None AM

Comments

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First Name*

Last Name*

Job Title*

Organization*

Address*

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City*

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Zip/Postal Code

Country*

Phone*

Fax*

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