| NACWAA National Convention |
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| October 7-10, 2006; Sacramento, CA |
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Making Change Happen is our goal and we are embracing change to achieve it. NACWAA believes the possibilities are endless for women in collegiate athletics administration. We believe it takes commitment and hard work for advancing women in athletics administration. Are you ready to commit? Are you ready to advance? So what is the next step? Attending the NACWAA National Convention this October 7-10 in Sacramento, California!
For more information on the Board of Directors candidates and Nominating Committee candidates, download a detailed PDF here.
Online Registration is now open!
Download the Registration Brochure for complete convention details and information. |
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Arrangements for the appearance of Gail Evans made through BigSpeak, Inc., Santa Barbara CA, www.BigSpeak.com |
Gail Evans, Author, Play Like A Man Win Like A Woman, Former Executive Vice President, CNN News Service |
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Dr. Joseph Crowley,
Author, In the Arena: The NCAA's First Century, Interim President,
University of Nevada-Reno |
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Dr. Myles Brand,
President NCAA |
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Ann Meyers Drysdale,
Women's Basketball Legend and TV Sports Analyst |
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Carlyle Carter,
Executive Director, Commission on Athletics, Community College, League of California |
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Mary McElroy,
Director of Athletics, Georgia State University |
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2006 beginning at 9am
The ABCs of Wine and Tour
Do you put red wines with red meat or chicken? What's the difference between zinfandels, pinots and Bordeaux?
Gosh, this wine stuff is too complicated. If you ever felt this way join us on Saturday, October 7, we will experience the charm of northern California wine country with a day trip exploring the Amador Wine Country. Located in the heart of the historic Sierra foothill Gold Country, visitors experience the rich history of a community born of gold that today is flourishing on the nectar of distinctive, world-class wines. We will check out the 2006 wine grape harvest at the Amador Vintners' annual "Big Crush" Harvest Festival. You'll learn wine basics as you visit wineries,
taste delicious food and experience live music. The program fee includes transportation, wine basics session, all "Big Crush" activities and a commemorative, vintage-dated wine glass. Fee: $55.00 |
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, beginning at 2pm
JUST ADDED
Still looking for an activity to do during the Sunday afternoon Networking/Mentoring programs? Golf Anyone?
While we are unable to hit the links, we are able to work on our games. Renee Baumgartner, Sr. Associate Athletics Director/SWA at the University of Oregon and successful golf coach will take the lead in providing skills, drills, and activities to enhance your game. There will be three one hour and 15 minute sessions for up to 18 people each. You will have an opportunity to work on your putting, chipping and full swing in 20-minute time blocks. In addition, you will receive a booklet for reference on assistance when you get home. If you are looking to advance your game, take advantage of this opportunity. Session I-2:00pm-3:15pm Session II-3:30pm-4:45pm Session III-4:45-6:00pm.
If you are interested in attending the Golf Anyone? sessions, send an email to nationalconvention@nacwaa.org with your NAME and WHICH SESSION you would like to attend.
Diversity in the Workplace: A Cultural Experience
The longest continuously operating art museum in the West, the Crocker Art Musum was founed in 1885 and remains the leading art institution for the California Capital Rgion and Ce tral Valley. This museum houses an outstanding collection of California art, as well as changing exhibits from around the world. It's in an imposing century-old Italianate building, with an ornate interior of carved and inlaid woods. The Crocker Mansion Wing, the museum's \ most recent addition, is modeled after the Crocker family home and contains works by Northern California artists from 1945 to the present. Fee: $6.00
Managing the Unexpected: Playing More Than One Role
Today women are playing multiple roles in their work and personal lives; as we strive to keep balance and triumph, perhaps learning how other women from our past and present accomplish it will add to our own success. This outing will give you the opportunity to visit the California Museum for History, Women and the Arts, a vibrant world-class museum, dedicated to the stories, the struggles and the triumphs of California. The museum promotes the artistic and cultural heritage of California and is the first California museum to include a permanent gallery space dedicated to telling the history of California's remarkable women. As you explore you will find an active, engaging center that serves as a bridge from the past to the future. This museum experience reminds us that history museums are not simply showcases of the past. They honor those who blazed trails and opened doors, as well as inspire new generations to dream their own dreams. Fee: $8.00
Understanding Your Working Environment: Does History Repeat Itself?
California's Gold Rush era remains alive in Old Sacramento a 28-acre historic district along the Sacramento River. It is designated as a State Historic Park and officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy museums, entertainment, restaurants, and lots of interesting shops at this region's top visitor draw. Fee: Free
California State Railroad Museum
Old Sacramento is home to the finest and most visited interpretive railroad museum in North America – The California State Railroad Museum. A highlight of Old Sacramento the 100,000 square-foot museum is not just for train buffs, the museum displays 21 meticulously restored locomotives and cars, and more than 40 one-of-a-kind exhibits tell the important story of railroad history from 1850 to the present. They are true works of art. You can watch a 20-minute film on the history of the Western railroads, and then peruse related exhibits that tell the amazing story of the building of the transcontinental railroad. Fee: $8.00
Discovery Museum Gold Rush History Center
History, science, space and technology come together at the Discovery Museum, it is your departure point for hands-on exploration of the past, present and future. Explore a brick replica of the Sacramento's 1854 City Hall and Waterworks, which houses artifacts from the city's past. Enter the Gold Rush through a mineshaft in the Gold Gallery and experience the beauty, utility and profound influence of California's signature metal. Fee: $5.00
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Saturday Workshop I
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Saturday Workshop II
Women Athletics Administrators - Now and in the Future
Speakers: Anita Baker, Director of Athletics, California State University - Chico (I); Renee Baumgartner, Senior Associate Athletics Director/SWA, University of Oregon; Debra Gore-Mann, Executive Director of Athletics, University of San Francisco; Cynthia Spiro, Senior Associate Athletics Director/SWA, University of Pacific (I)
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Saturday Workshop III
Let's Reframe Superwoman
The Superwoman Model is based on the male hierarchical model and it alone will not lead to balance. Everyone wants success in business and a great life at home. To succeed in both arenas requires POWER, which leads to BALANCE. Success at home and at work is about the interaction between our effective use of personal power and our ability to understand and manage our surroundings. Knowledge of the "rules" of the workplace along with knowledge of the unique strengths and assets that women bring to the world can lead us to personal power. Knowledge IS Power! Balance will Follow! Learn the strategies that are found to be effective for women who have found success, power, and balance at work and at home.
Speaker: Dr. Carolyn C.W. Hines, President , C.W. Hines and Associates, Inc. |
| 2006 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients |
| The Lifetime Achievement Award presented by NIKE is bestowed annually to athletics administrators who have dedicated their professional careers to advancing women in sport and because of their tireless efforts, girls and women participating in sport can enjoy competitive athletics or athletic career opportunities. This award is given to individuals who have retired or resigned from intercollegiate athletics administration and who have rendered meritorious service. |
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Jane Betts
Senior Associate Athletics Director (retired), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, First part-time Executive Director of NACWAA |
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Jeannine McHaney
(posthumously) Texas Tech University |
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Mary Jean Mulvaney
Director of Athletics (retired), University of Chicago |
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Joan Parker
Executive Director (retired), Bear Backers, Former Associate Athletics Director,UC-Berkeley |
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Dr. Katherine "Kit" Saunders-Nordeen
Director of Women's Athletics,(retired),University of Wisconsin |
The Lifetime Achievement Awards are donated by Jostens who are a NACWAA preferred supplier. |
Bridging the Gap
Details to follow |
Integration: What Does It Mean, Look Like and Strategies for Achievement (Division III focus)
The goal of the session is to discuss and engage in dialogue about the meaning of the term "integration" within a Division III institutional context. The goal of the session will be to create a series of strategies to assist with the creation of a comprehensive approach to integrating intercollegiate athletics into the life of a college campus.
Speaker: Debbie Lazorik, Director of Athletics, Marietta College
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Making Policy for Addressing LGBT Issues in Athletics:
A Strategy Session for Administrators
Developing and enforcing policy and procedures that ensure a safe and respectful athletic climate for all athletes and coaches regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity require thoughtful and proactive strategizing to avoid crisis management decision-making. Bring your questions, problems, and solutions and leave with a list of practical and equitable ideas for such topics as addressing parent questions about lesbian or gay coaches and athletes, relationships on teams, anti-gay prejudice or name-calling, negative recruiting, athletes coming out, anti-gay discrimination, transgender athletes, religious-based anti-gay perspectives.
Speaker: Pat Griffin Ed.D., Director, It Takes A Team! , Education Campaign for LGBT Issues in Sport, Women's Sports Foundation
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You Want to Advance? Take A Step!
Speakers: Betsy Alden, President, Alden & Associates; Andi Seger, Consultant, Alden & Associates, Director of Athletics Emeritus, Ball State University
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| Give N' Take Roundtables |
| *NEW THIS YEAR* Meet and network with NACWAA members, share best practices with your peers, address athletic issues, brainstorm solutions and discover resources and how to access them. More than 20 roundtable discussions with experts facilitating a vast array of current athletics and management topics including: How to Work with Search Firms; You have a New Boss, What Now?; - The Student-Athlete's "Official Visit"; Facilities; Event Management; Fundraising; Technology; Competitive Equity; Ethical Compliance; LGBT Issues; Legal Issues; Marketing Women's Sports; Contract Negotiations; The Millennium Student-Athlete/Parents; Two-Year Institutions Issues; and more.. |
| Professional Development Sessions |
Winning Networks: Mentoring as a Powerful Tool for Developing Leaders
The numbers of women in athletic leadership roles has declined since the inception of Title IX; furthermore women employed in college athletic programs are failing to make significant strides in leadership advancement. Many factors have been attributed to this decline; one common concern that resonates with many women in athletics administration is that, "There is no clear roadmap for how to be a successful woman leader. Mentoring has been consistently cited as an effective method to foster the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women with aspirations of leadership in athletics. This workshop will focus on mentoring as a powerful tool for developing women athletic leaders.
Speaker: Jean Conway, Success Coach, Jean Conway Coaching, Inc.
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Servant Leadership
Servant Leadership is not a model for leadership but a way of being. It is a reflection of individuals yearning for a more caring way of working together. This session will explore the philosophy of Robert K. Greenleaf who wrote, "the servant leader is servant first…it begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve first. The conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead…..Advance your understanding of Servant Leadership by focusing on the essential elements that will inspire you and challenge you to explore the servant-as-leader philosophy.
Speaker: Dr. Pam Walker, Associate Vice President, American River College
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Career Advancement through Fundraising and Networking
Ask anyone what skills are necessary to advance in collegiate athletics and fundraising is at the top of the list. This session will identify "challenges" of fundraising, assist in defining success when setting realistic goals and identify positive benefits of mentors and advisory boards. Become aware and empowered to fundraise by creating your professional development plan. Also case studies of signature fundraising events and selecting the ones compatible to your campus and community.
Speakers: Cherri M. Mankenberg, Consultant, Project FUNdrais$e, LLC; Rosie Stallman, Former Director of Education Outreach, NCAA
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Television and Media for All
Speakers: Andy Clark, Scoutware; James Delaney,Commissioner, Big Ten Conference; Tim Pernetti, Senior Vice President, Programming, College Sports Television; Carol Stiff, Director Programming, ESPN and ESPNU; Nada Usina, President, XOS
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| 2006 Administrator of the Year Honorees |
| The Administrator of the Year Award is presented to NACWAA members for significant contributions made as an administrator of intercollegiate athletics. This award, recognizing administrative excellence, is presented annually to members in NCAA Divisions I-A, I-AA, I-AAA; II; III; NAIA/Junior/ Community Colleges and Conferences/Organizations. Honorees will be presented with their awards during the NACWAA National Convention at the Administrator of the Year banquet. |
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Division I-A
Sandy Barbour, Director of Athletics, University of California-Berkeley |
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Division I-AA
Darlene Bailey, Ph.D., Associate Athletics Director/SWA, Missouri State University |
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Division I-AAA
Mary McElroy, Director of Athletics Georgia State University |
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Division II
Dianthia Ford-Kee, Associate Athletics Director, Shaw University |
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Division III
Glada Munt, Ph.D., Director of Athletics Southwestern University |
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NAIA/NJCAA/ CC
Lynne Levesque, Director of Athletics, Brookhaven College |
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Conference/ Organization
Debbie Corum, Associate Commissioner/SWA, SEC |
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Nell Jackson Award
Jacqie Carpenter, Associate Director of Championships, NCAA |
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| The Administrator of the Year and Nell Jackson Awards are donated by Jostens who are a NACWAA Preferred supplier. |
| Honor Award |
| Tora and Irv Grossman, Founder, The Honda Award |
| Passing the Gavel |
Jean Lenti Ponsetto, President of NACWAA , Director of Athletics, DePaul University
Joan Cronan, President-Elect of NACWAA, Director of Women's Athletics, University of Tennessee |
| Welcome To NACWAA Orientation and Social |
| This special event gives new members, first time convention attendees and non members of NACWAA a special opportunity to learn about the benefits of NACWAA membership, network with the seasoned veterans of NACWAA and experience support and empowerment of women in athletics. |
| Welcome Party |
Experience the Glitz, Glitter and Gold of California at this year's Welcome Party being held at Memorial Auditorium. The Memorial Auditorium an ornate masterpiece with extensive terra cotta work and elaborate detailing is a registered historical landmark built in 1926, it host some of Sacramento's most diverse entertainment and cultural activities. The Local Organizing Committee has planned an evening of fun and celebration. You won't want to miss this special occasion!
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| Sunrise Fitness |
Sunday Oct. 8th to Tuesday Oct. 10th from 6:30am to 7:30am
Kick your convention days off with a blast! Workout with your fellow NACWAA members Sunday, Monday and Tuesday try a boot camp routine, yoga, hiking, walking or for a run. Get more information and sign-up onsite at the convention registration desk.
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| NCAA CWA & NACWAA Alumnae Reception |
| The NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics and NACWAA partner to host this reception for NACWAA/HERS and Executive Institute alumnae to re-connect and network. This is a stellar example of positive alliances for advancing women in athletics administration. |
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Registration Information |
Registration
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Early Bird
By 8/25 |
Regular
8/21 - 9/8 |
On Site
After 9/8 |
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| Member |
$295 |
$375 |
$450 |
| Non-member |
$470 |
$550 |
$625 |
Retiree/Student/
Intern |
$195 |
$275 |
$350 |
Additonal
Staff * |
$195 |
$300 |
$400 |
| Guest |
$200 |
$300 |
$400 |
Exhibit Booth
only Staff
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$300 |
$400 |
N/A |
(*for 3rd staff person from same institution)
Download the PDF Registration Form. Online registration will be available by the end of this week |
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Hyatt Regency Sacramento at Capitol Park
1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Make your hotel reservations online
or by phone: 916-443-1234 or 800-233-1234
NACWAA National Convention attendees receive a special room rate of $145 per night. This rate is available until 9-8-06. Be sure to mention NACWAA National Convention
The 2006 National Convention Headquarter Hotel the Hyatt Regency Sacramento at Capitol Park is SOLD OUT! The overflow hotel will be the Sheraton Grand Hotel located at 1230 J Street (just around the corner from the Hyatt). The NACWAA convention rate of $145 is available until September 15, 2006. Beginning Tuesday, September 5 you will be able to make your hotel reservations by calling the hotel directly at (916) 447-1700. |
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Networking and Mentoring Programs
Join us in exploring all that Sacramento has to offer! In Old Sacramento, experience Sacramento at a time of the Gold Rush. Enjoy museums, entertainment, restaurants, and over 125 shops. In Sacramento you can visit the California Museum for History, Women and the Arts, or take a tour of the State Capital. Westfield Downtown Plaza offers over 100 specialty shops and eateries for you to enjoy.
There is a special opportunity for you to learn all about the ABC's of winemaking and take a tour of a local winery. Meet new friends, and celebrate old friendships by indulging in Sacramento's rich history, culture and entertainment! |
Awesome Auction
Sunday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m.
All Aboard Awesome Auction Express
Next stop, Sacramento, California!
Sunday, October 8, the NACWAA Foundation Fund will ride the rails to "Discover Gold". The trip couldn't be complete without YOU! So get your ticket, head for the platform, hop on board and enjoy the ride. Choo! Choo! "All Aboard!!" for an evening filled with music, dance, and laughter.
The Awesome Auction Express pulls into the Hyatt Regency Sacramento station on Sunday, October 8, at 7:00 pm. You will have the opportunity to network, re-connect and socialize while raising monies by bidding on hotel stays, gift baskets, dinners, apparel, tickets to special events, memorabilia, etc. All proceeds from the auction benefit the NACWAA Foundation Fund. The Foundation Fund assists in providing quality educational programming and professional development opportunities; it also supplies grants for research, scholarships and internships.
The Awesome Auction, the signature fundraising event for the NACWAA Foundation Fund needs your support; we invite you to be a part of this success by making a donation to the auction. "We think we can, We think we can…" last year the auction set an all time high for funds raised for the 2006 Awesome Auction the -- possibilities are endless. We are asking all our members and friends to come on aboard and contribute; the auction offers a unique opportunity to support the association as well as highlight your talents, expertise, favorite city, or vacation home(s), whatever you can think of. Our train conductor and auctioneer extraordinaire Chris "Cha-Ching" Voelz joins us again to ensure we receive top dollar for your donation.
Download the Awesome Auction donation form: PDF | Microsoft Word.
Visit the Awesome Auction page for more information.
Sign-up now to Catch the Fever! and showcase your UNIQUE talent at this year's Awesome Auction. Send an email to awesomeauction@nacwaa.org
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Travel Information
Getting to the Hotel
Shuttles
SuperShuttle is the exclusive provider of on-call van and sedan service at Sacramento International Airport. Pickup areas for passengers are located in the ground transportation area adjacent to baggage claim in Terminal A and at the center island curb in front of Terminal B. Please call 800-258-3826 for more information.
Taxis
On-Demand taxi service is provided by the Sacramento International Taxi Owners Association (SITOA). You can locate a taxi in the ground transportation area adjacent to the baggage claim area at Terminal A and across from the airport hotel at Terminal B. The rates are: $2.80 for the first mile, $2.40 for each additional mile. One-way between the airport and downtown is approximately $27.00. Round-trip between Sacramento International Airport and downtown Sacramento is $50.00. Seniors and military personnel are eligible for a 20% discount. Reservations/Information please call (916) 457-4862
Public Transportation
Yolobus offers daily public bus service to the airport and connection to Regional Transit. Yolobus offers hourly nonstop bus service between the Sacramento International Airport and downtown Sacramento. The fare is $1.50 from the airport. Call (530) 666-2877 or | |
