Note: Badges must be worn to gain admission to concurrent sessions and featured speakers. There will be a $5 replacement fee for lost badges. For information about full and single-day registrations, as well as guest passes, click here.
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COUNCIL, COMMITTEE, AND TASK FORCE MEETINGS
A Full or Single-Day Convention Registration is required to attend MCCA Council, Committee, and Task Force Meetings. Lunch will be provided and special meal requests to meet specific dietary, medical, and religious needs can be made when registering.
A Full or Single-Day Convention Registration is required to attend MCCA Council, Committee, and Task Force Meetings. Lunch will be provided and special meal requests to meet specific dietary, medical, and religious needs can be made when registering.
12:00 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. |
Fire Subcommittee |
Hensley Ferry 2 |
12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. |
Payroll Directors |
Cooper Creek 2 |
12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. |
Trustees |
Bee Creek |
12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. |
Executive Assistants |
Silver Creek |
12:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. |
Workforce Development Council |
Short Creek 1 |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Marketing, Communication, & PR |
Compton Ferry |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Presidents & Chancellors Council (P/C) |
Fall Creek |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
IT Directors |
Hensley Ferry 1 |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Chief Academic Officers (CAOs) |
Roark Creek |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Chief Student Affairs Officers (CSAOs) |
Short Creek 3 |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) |
Boston Ferry |
12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Classified Staff |
Short Creek 4 |
1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
IR Council |
Cooper Creek 3 |
2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
HR Directors |
Cooper Creek 2 |
2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Advancement & Fundraising Directors |
Short Creek 2 |
2:15 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Presidents & Chancellors Council and Trustees |
Cooper Creek 1 |
2:30 P.M. - 2:45 P.M. |
Exhibitor Briefing |
Bee Creek |
3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. |
Career and Technical Education Professionals (CTE) |
Short Creek 1 |
8:45 A.M. - 9:35 A.M.
Shaken Not Stirred - Generations in the Workplace
Why can't we all just get along? Historically, the workplace consisted of two groups: the old-timers and the new hot-shots. Today the workplace mix is a lot more complicated. For the first time in history there could be five generations working side by side: The Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, and the Millennials. This presentation will illustrate the generational differences and consider how we can learn to respect and learn from one another and work towards harmony and understanding.
Cooper Creek 2
Beverly Jennings, Instructional Services Coordinator, Metropolitan Community College
LeAnn Zech, Senior Executive Assistant, Metropolitan Community College
Brace for Impact: Conducting and Using a College Economic Impact Study
Given the important role that community colleges play in workforce and economic development, it is essential that colleges have the ability to demonstrate the value of those contributions to stakeholders. Conducting an economic impact study can provide colleges with the ability to quantitatively demonstrate these contributions as well as return on investment for students, taxpayers and other stakeholder groups. This session will cover how to conduct an economic impact study, providing guidance on both internal and external options, and review the research work required when working with an external partner. We will also cover how to use and communicate impact study results for community and governmental relations.
Short Creek 3
Matthew Simpson, Chief Research and Planning Officer, Ozarks Technical Community College
Dr. Hal Higdon, Chancellor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Winter is Here: What Game of Thrones has taught us about higher ed. leadership
Unlike in Westeros, where each noble house fights for the Iron Throne, Community Colleges are working toward a common goal, or at least they should be. Whether that is revenue growth, expansion of programs, new programs, or expanding employment opportunities for our students, colleges are forced to learn how to develop and manage employees of all personalities in order to meet that goal. But as anyone who works in higher ed knows, that's often easier said than done. Once we look past the "White Walkers" and "Dragons", we can actually find several valuable lessons from Game of Thrones that are applicable to today's Community Colleges.
Short Creek 4
Rich Flotron Director of Law Enforcement Training, Mineral Area College
Help the Hungry and Be the Change: Addressing Food Insecurity on College Campuses
Attend this dynamic and interactive presentation if you wish to "be the change" on your college campus. Food insecurity is a growing epidemic among college students. The presenters will detail how to implement a food pantry program strictly through donations. With the help from mission minded students, civic organizations, clubs on your campus, and your desire to truly make an impact in the lives of students, you too can make a difference. Let us help you get started!
Roark Creek
Ellen Miller, Reading Instructor, Mineral Area College
Mrs. Jennifer Sikes, Department Chair of Early Childhood Education, Mineral Area College
Transcript Verification Blues? No Fear, the BH Transcript Process is here!
The content will focus on the demonstration of how I created this automated storage system for faculty transcripts. This includes the training document that I created for accessing this process. I will provide copies of the training document during my presentation.
Boston Ferry
Cheryl Fowler, Human Resources Records Technician, St. Louis Community College
Resources & Strategies for Engaging Online Students
A five-person moderated panel will share tools and strategies for engaging and addressing the needs of online students within community colleges. As this sector of the student population continues to grow, community colleges are looking to improve outcomes and engagement. Through a faculty research project, OTC has developed tools methods for increasing engagement with this diverse student population. Additionally, panelists have explored addressing barriers students may have and have developed new counseling and behavioral techniques to meet their needs. The experiences panelists share will help both faculty and staff improve online education to further the goals of both students and institutions.
Compton Ferry
Joyce Bateman, Dean of Students, Ozarks Technical Community College
Stephanie Davenport, Department Chair – Social Sciences, Ozarks Technical Community College
Karen Foresee, English Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Misty Tollett, Research & Strategic Planning Analyst, Ozarks Technical Community College
Melissa Wittmer, Mathematics Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Culturally Competent Teaching Strategies to Connect to 21st Century Students
Despite all of the focus, research, and resources aimed at solving the achievement gap, its presence remains. Clearly, this is the largest problem we face in the 21st century. Deficit-thinking has long been used to explain away the achievement gap and remove the responsibility from the system and the educators within in it. Singleton and Linton (2006) further explain that when educators place the blame outwardly, they avoid difficult self-assessment and [taking] responsibility (5). However, the existence of schools consistently successful with students typically seen as hard to educate calls that entire line of thinking into question. There must be a shift in the questions we ask. Rather than asking why can't these students learn, we must ask why can't we teach these students?
Cooper Creek 1
Dr. Bret Cormier, Ed. D., Associate Professor, Southeast Missouri State University
Why can't we all just get along? Historically, the workplace consisted of two groups: the old-timers and the new hot-shots. Today the workplace mix is a lot more complicated. For the first time in history there could be five generations working side by side: The Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, and the Millennials. This presentation will illustrate the generational differences and consider how we can learn to respect and learn from one another and work towards harmony and understanding.
Cooper Creek 2
Beverly Jennings, Instructional Services Coordinator, Metropolitan Community College
LeAnn Zech, Senior Executive Assistant, Metropolitan Community College
Brace for Impact: Conducting and Using a College Economic Impact Study
Given the important role that community colleges play in workforce and economic development, it is essential that colleges have the ability to demonstrate the value of those contributions to stakeholders. Conducting an economic impact study can provide colleges with the ability to quantitatively demonstrate these contributions as well as return on investment for students, taxpayers and other stakeholder groups. This session will cover how to conduct an economic impact study, providing guidance on both internal and external options, and review the research work required when working with an external partner. We will also cover how to use and communicate impact study results for community and governmental relations.
Short Creek 3
Matthew Simpson, Chief Research and Planning Officer, Ozarks Technical Community College
Dr. Hal Higdon, Chancellor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Winter is Here: What Game of Thrones has taught us about higher ed. leadership
Unlike in Westeros, where each noble house fights for the Iron Throne, Community Colleges are working toward a common goal, or at least they should be. Whether that is revenue growth, expansion of programs, new programs, or expanding employment opportunities for our students, colleges are forced to learn how to develop and manage employees of all personalities in order to meet that goal. But as anyone who works in higher ed knows, that's often easier said than done. Once we look past the "White Walkers" and "Dragons", we can actually find several valuable lessons from Game of Thrones that are applicable to today's Community Colleges.
Short Creek 4
Rich Flotron Director of Law Enforcement Training, Mineral Area College
Help the Hungry and Be the Change: Addressing Food Insecurity on College Campuses
Attend this dynamic and interactive presentation if you wish to "be the change" on your college campus. Food insecurity is a growing epidemic among college students. The presenters will detail how to implement a food pantry program strictly through donations. With the help from mission minded students, civic organizations, clubs on your campus, and your desire to truly make an impact in the lives of students, you too can make a difference. Let us help you get started!
Roark Creek
Ellen Miller, Reading Instructor, Mineral Area College
Mrs. Jennifer Sikes, Department Chair of Early Childhood Education, Mineral Area College
Transcript Verification Blues? No Fear, the BH Transcript Process is here!
The content will focus on the demonstration of how I created this automated storage system for faculty transcripts. This includes the training document that I created for accessing this process. I will provide copies of the training document during my presentation.
Boston Ferry
Cheryl Fowler, Human Resources Records Technician, St. Louis Community College
Resources & Strategies for Engaging Online Students
A five-person moderated panel will share tools and strategies for engaging and addressing the needs of online students within community colleges. As this sector of the student population continues to grow, community colleges are looking to improve outcomes and engagement. Through a faculty research project, OTC has developed tools methods for increasing engagement with this diverse student population. Additionally, panelists have explored addressing barriers students may have and have developed new counseling and behavioral techniques to meet their needs. The experiences panelists share will help both faculty and staff improve online education to further the goals of both students and institutions.
Compton Ferry
Joyce Bateman, Dean of Students, Ozarks Technical Community College
Stephanie Davenport, Department Chair – Social Sciences, Ozarks Technical Community College
Karen Foresee, English Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Misty Tollett, Research & Strategic Planning Analyst, Ozarks Technical Community College
Melissa Wittmer, Mathematics Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Culturally Competent Teaching Strategies to Connect to 21st Century Students
Despite all of the focus, research, and resources aimed at solving the achievement gap, its presence remains. Clearly, this is the largest problem we face in the 21st century. Deficit-thinking has long been used to explain away the achievement gap and remove the responsibility from the system and the educators within in it. Singleton and Linton (2006) further explain that when educators place the blame outwardly, they avoid difficult self-assessment and [taking] responsibility (5). However, the existence of schools consistently successful with students typically seen as hard to educate calls that entire line of thinking into question. There must be a shift in the questions we ask. Rather than asking why can't these students learn, we must ask why can't we teach these students?
Cooper Creek 1
Dr. Bret Cormier, Ed. D., Associate Professor, Southeast Missouri State University
10:15 A.M. - 11:05 A.M.
Civic Engagement: Inspiring Faculty, Staff and Students to Go Bold!
A team of faculty members from Jefferson College will share their story about their successful efforts to increase interest in Civic Engagement on their campus and describe the creation of a cross-campus effort which has launched into the community in a new and vibrant way. Participants will have opportunities to engage with the presenting panel/team, consider their own ability to learn about the development and implementation of a Civic Engagement Action Plan and brainstorm about ways they might launch similar efforts on their own campuses. Jefferson College's Campus Compact Civic Engagement Action Plan team will share firsthand experience of the strengths and challenges of connecting with the community in a Community Connections Event (led by members of the faculty and student representatives) and the ways in which this led to an increase in high impact educational experiences (HIEE) and increased opportunities to create and experience reciprocal relationships with community members.
Boston Ferry
Dr. Amy Kausler, Professor of Psychology and Service-Learning Coordinator, Jefferson College
Suzie Welch, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Social Work and Civic Engagement Coordinator, Jefferson College
Dr. Ken Boning, Professor of Teacher Education and Teacher Education Program Coordinator, Jefferson College
Susan Todd, Professor of English and Honors Program Coordinator, Jefferson College
Matt West, Instructor of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Jefferson College
Business Office Roundtable
This session is open to anyone working within the Business Office (Vice President of Finance, Controller, Financial Services Director, Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Cashier, Accounts Payable, Purchasing/Inventory, Payroll, etc.). The goal of this session is to provide an avenue for fellow colleagues to discuss best practices and challenges that we experience as a community college, as well as share new ideas and network with others. Main discussion topics would include areas that impact student accounts receivable such as 1098-T changes, Missouri Debt Offset, collections, payment plans, and refund policies. Other topics such as inventory and purchasing practices, accounts payable, payroll, and general accounting will also be discussed.
Compton Ferry
Christina Cullers, Controller, Crowder College
Joseph Brenner, Accounts Receivable Manager, Crowder College
Developing A Cultural Paradigm Shift: Inclusive Like Thinking & Practices for Community Colleges
This workshop is designed to explore how understanding micro-inequities and inclusive like thinking can create a more productive and welcoming workplace. This engaging and interactive workshop will provide participants tools to foster a more inclusive work environment and a groundwork on what diversity means for us as faculty and staff within the Community College systems and campuses. The core question will be asked, what obligation do we have towards diverse like thinking? This presentation will utilize engaging components that will help each person gain a valuable perspective on creating change.
Cooper Creek 1
Robert Page Jr., Chief Diversity Officer, Metropolitan Community College
MoSCORES and More -- Linking Occupations to Training and Outcomes
Researching career and training options can be a daunting task for students of any age, making information and data key parts of the decision-making process. A new tool, MoSCORES, links education and training to wage, employment and credential outcomes for both credit and noncredit programs. Additional career exploration resources, such as an enhanced Missouri Connections; career pathways; and customizable reports with in-demand occupations help to identify options for those seeking career opportunities. In this session, learn how to use these resources to assist students in their search.
Cooper Creek 2
Ronda Anderson, Workforce Research Manager, MERIC (Missouri Economic Research and Information Center)
Melissa Giese, Director of Institutional Research, Metropolitan Community College
Improving the International Student Experience: How Can We Be of Service?
This session, hosted by the Missouri Consortium for Global Education, will focus on how we can best serve our international and DACA students, from their first contact in enrollment to their placement in courses and eventual graduation or transfer. Included will be the essential pieces of communication between Student Affairs and Academic Affairs as well as ways to foster students' integration into their new environment. The presenters and guests will also discuss the latest developments concerning DACA as well as policies in play at community colleges. International students on the panel will share their experiences with culture shock and adjustment. These students will offer their perspectives on how they can best be served.
Cooper Creek 3
Dr. Dawn Huffman, Chair, Academic English as a Second Language and Intensive English, St. Charles Community College
Barrington Armstrong, Coordinator for Student Development and International Programs, Ozarks Technical Community College
Building Trust and Achieving Outcomes
The relationship between administrators and faculty may be stressful even in the best of times. Challenging budgets and enrollments, as well as assessment and accreditation, can complicate relationships. These differences may lead to communication breakdown and, eventually, distrust. There are ways to repair and strengthen trust. The original research on community college faculty in this session will help administrators understand ways to improve faculty buy-in on assessment and strengthen faculty trust in chairs, deans and vice presidents.
Short Creek 3
Dr. Sandra Arumugam-Osburn, Professor, St. Louis Community College
Darren Osburn, Professor, St. Charles Community College
Chat with Core Curriculum Advisory Committee member regarding MOTR CORE 42
Informal open discussion regarding the Core Curriculum Advisory Committee and MOTR CORE 42 with a member of the committee. After a brief explanation of the CCAC and MOTR CORE 42, focus will be on answering questions .
Short Creek 4
Leslie Buck, Professor of Psychology and General Education Program Coordinator and Core Curriculum Advisory Committee member, Jefferson College
Recruiting Talent for Workforce Training
Learn how to recruit local talent to provide workforce training through grassroots, digital and traditional marketing campaigns.
Roark Creek
Joel Doepker, Vice President - External Relations, East Central College
A team of faculty members from Jefferson College will share their story about their successful efforts to increase interest in Civic Engagement on their campus and describe the creation of a cross-campus effort which has launched into the community in a new and vibrant way. Participants will have opportunities to engage with the presenting panel/team, consider their own ability to learn about the development and implementation of a Civic Engagement Action Plan and brainstorm about ways they might launch similar efforts on their own campuses. Jefferson College's Campus Compact Civic Engagement Action Plan team will share firsthand experience of the strengths and challenges of connecting with the community in a Community Connections Event (led by members of the faculty and student representatives) and the ways in which this led to an increase in high impact educational experiences (HIEE) and increased opportunities to create and experience reciprocal relationships with community members.
Boston Ferry
Dr. Amy Kausler, Professor of Psychology and Service-Learning Coordinator, Jefferson College
Suzie Welch, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Social Work and Civic Engagement Coordinator, Jefferson College
Dr. Ken Boning, Professor of Teacher Education and Teacher Education Program Coordinator, Jefferson College
Susan Todd, Professor of English and Honors Program Coordinator, Jefferson College
Matt West, Instructor of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Jefferson College
Business Office Roundtable
This session is open to anyone working within the Business Office (Vice President of Finance, Controller, Financial Services Director, Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Cashier, Accounts Payable, Purchasing/Inventory, Payroll, etc.). The goal of this session is to provide an avenue for fellow colleagues to discuss best practices and challenges that we experience as a community college, as well as share new ideas and network with others. Main discussion topics would include areas that impact student accounts receivable such as 1098-T changes, Missouri Debt Offset, collections, payment plans, and refund policies. Other topics such as inventory and purchasing practices, accounts payable, payroll, and general accounting will also be discussed.
Compton Ferry
Christina Cullers, Controller, Crowder College
Joseph Brenner, Accounts Receivable Manager, Crowder College
Developing A Cultural Paradigm Shift: Inclusive Like Thinking & Practices for Community Colleges
This workshop is designed to explore how understanding micro-inequities and inclusive like thinking can create a more productive and welcoming workplace. This engaging and interactive workshop will provide participants tools to foster a more inclusive work environment and a groundwork on what diversity means for us as faculty and staff within the Community College systems and campuses. The core question will be asked, what obligation do we have towards diverse like thinking? This presentation will utilize engaging components that will help each person gain a valuable perspective on creating change.
Cooper Creek 1
Robert Page Jr., Chief Diversity Officer, Metropolitan Community College
MoSCORES and More -- Linking Occupations to Training and Outcomes
Researching career and training options can be a daunting task for students of any age, making information and data key parts of the decision-making process. A new tool, MoSCORES, links education and training to wage, employment and credential outcomes for both credit and noncredit programs. Additional career exploration resources, such as an enhanced Missouri Connections; career pathways; and customizable reports with in-demand occupations help to identify options for those seeking career opportunities. In this session, learn how to use these resources to assist students in their search.
Cooper Creek 2
Ronda Anderson, Workforce Research Manager, MERIC (Missouri Economic Research and Information Center)
Melissa Giese, Director of Institutional Research, Metropolitan Community College
Improving the International Student Experience: How Can We Be of Service?
This session, hosted by the Missouri Consortium for Global Education, will focus on how we can best serve our international and DACA students, from their first contact in enrollment to their placement in courses and eventual graduation or transfer. Included will be the essential pieces of communication between Student Affairs and Academic Affairs as well as ways to foster students' integration into their new environment. The presenters and guests will also discuss the latest developments concerning DACA as well as policies in play at community colleges. International students on the panel will share their experiences with culture shock and adjustment. These students will offer their perspectives on how they can best be served.
Cooper Creek 3
Dr. Dawn Huffman, Chair, Academic English as a Second Language and Intensive English, St. Charles Community College
Barrington Armstrong, Coordinator for Student Development and International Programs, Ozarks Technical Community College
Building Trust and Achieving Outcomes
The relationship between administrators and faculty may be stressful even in the best of times. Challenging budgets and enrollments, as well as assessment and accreditation, can complicate relationships. These differences may lead to communication breakdown and, eventually, distrust. There are ways to repair and strengthen trust. The original research on community college faculty in this session will help administrators understand ways to improve faculty buy-in on assessment and strengthen faculty trust in chairs, deans and vice presidents.
Short Creek 3
Dr. Sandra Arumugam-Osburn, Professor, St. Louis Community College
Darren Osburn, Professor, St. Charles Community College
Chat with Core Curriculum Advisory Committee member regarding MOTR CORE 42
Informal open discussion regarding the Core Curriculum Advisory Committee and MOTR CORE 42 with a member of the committee. After a brief explanation of the CCAC and MOTR CORE 42, focus will be on answering questions .
Short Creek 4
Leslie Buck, Professor of Psychology and General Education Program Coordinator and Core Curriculum Advisory Committee member, Jefferson College
Recruiting Talent for Workforce Training
Learn how to recruit local talent to provide workforce training through grassroots, digital and traditional marketing campaigns.
Roark Creek
Joel Doepker, Vice President - External Relations, East Central College
11:20 A.M. - 12:10 P.M.
MCC Registered Apprenticeships: More Than Learning
The MCC Modern Apprenticeship program is more than Learning. The MCC U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program is a fully customizable program that allows students a chance to learn and earn, giving businesses the opportunity to grow their own. Since spring of 2017, MCC has worked to develop a fully operational Apprenticeship Department which is focused on agility in order to serve all apprentices in a wide variety of industries within the greater Kansas City region. The objectives of the department are to develop and serve MCC Registered Programs, create fast track Associates degrees for students who have completed outside apprenticeships and serve our many business partners who have Registered Apprenticeship programs.
Boston Ferry
Shonda Atwater, Apprenticeship Director, Metropolitan Community College
Joseph Roche, Associate Vice Chancellor Workforce and Economic Development, Metropolitan Community College
Using Curriculum Analysis Tools to Educate, Engage, and Employ
Training programs which lead to careers, whether it is career and technical education training (CTE), apprenticeship training, or college training all benefit from efforts to align with employer demands and needs. With record numbers of skilled jobs remaining unfilled contrasted with record low unemployment, it is more critical now than ever that training programs effectively prepare the workforce for the needs of the future. In this session, we will highlight tools and processes used to align training with industry needs. The session will also provide an overview for how to determine skill levels needed for entry into training programs. Session discussion will also demonstrate the coordination of these tools as used by employers and educators.
Compton Ferry
Julie Gibson, Director, Workforce Development, Client Relations, ACT
Dr. Carol Ogletree, Senior Industrial/Organizational Psychologist, ACT
CHOOSE: Serving Mix Generation Identity Students
The interactive and engaging workshop will provide the opportunity for discussion around serving multi-racial identify students. The program will explore the historical, social and current context of the multiracial population. In addition, allow for communication about the recognition of multiracial issues as opposed ethnocentric values. Participants will have the opportunity. Learn to be allies to multiracial students and communities. Participants will leave this session with a better understanding that racial identity is a social construct, is changing, and will affect our campuses in a positive manner.
Cooper Creek 1
Robert Page Jr., Chief Diversity Officer, Metropolitan Community College
New Marketing Trends - SEO, Email, Digital, Social and Content Strategies
Straight from Digital Summit Chicago, hear about managing and marketing to millennials, using email to communicate, captivating and connecting with students, optimizing your website for the best SEO results, everyday behavioral science for better conversion optimization and understanding how to best collect, capture and harness data for smarter marketing and more.
Cooper Creek 2
Jay Scherder, Director of Public Relations, East Central College
Building a Culture of Assessment
This presentation explores the redesigning of course level assessment and program review. Specifically, the session will focus on changes made and the platforms used to implement this new plan throughout the college. Attention will also be given to the measures put in place to build faculty buy-in and establish a strong culture of assessment.
Roark Creek
Dr. Crystal Johnson, Division Chair of Social Science and Business, Metropolitan Community College
Dr. Dreand Johnson, Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Metropolitan Community College
Baby-boomer Teacher and Gen Z Students: Overcoming Classroom Disconnects through Teaching Adaptations.
When late Millennials and Gen Z students hit the classroom, faculty expectations and student reality often clash, especially for many Baby Boomer and Gen X teachers. This discussion is about adaptive teaching techniques that allow faculty to maintain their expectations and goals while adjusting to new generational preferences in classroom interaction. The presenter will share some of his thoughts and plans, then open the session for discussion and ideas from others. The goal is for instructors to feel confident in covering course material, preparing students to function in a variety of work environments, and creating a positive learning environment for a new generation of students. Takeaways will be ideas about syllabus structure and classroom instruction. Bring current syllabi to share ideas and make notes for change.
Short Creek 3
Dr. Gary Phillips, Professor, Missouri State University, West Plains
So You Got Your Grant, Now What?
This session will assist fiscal and program staff in understanding the basic concepts and responsibilities of managing grants. Review and discussion will cover the grant life cycle, common terms and grant elements, budget management and some helpful insight to the new OMB Circular related to cost principles, key accounting system requirements, written policies and procedures, internal controls, match, timesheets, reporting documentation tips, audits, and other related financial requirements. Session participants will develop knowledge about effective financial and grants management, discuss challenges and opportunities for financial management growth and explore ways to enhance and improve current grant management practices.
Short Creek 4
Dawn Drinkard, MoWINs State Director, MCCA
Susan Serrano, Director of Grants and Finance, Metropolitan Community College
Legal Issues with Kate Nash
Join Kate Nash, attorney with Tueth Keeney, in this dazzling presentation about hot legal topics affecting community colleges today.
Cooper Creek 3
Kate Nash, Attorney, Tueth Keeney
The MCC Modern Apprenticeship program is more than Learning. The MCC U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program is a fully customizable program that allows students a chance to learn and earn, giving businesses the opportunity to grow their own. Since spring of 2017, MCC has worked to develop a fully operational Apprenticeship Department which is focused on agility in order to serve all apprentices in a wide variety of industries within the greater Kansas City region. The objectives of the department are to develop and serve MCC Registered Programs, create fast track Associates degrees for students who have completed outside apprenticeships and serve our many business partners who have Registered Apprenticeship programs.
Boston Ferry
Shonda Atwater, Apprenticeship Director, Metropolitan Community College
Joseph Roche, Associate Vice Chancellor Workforce and Economic Development, Metropolitan Community College
Using Curriculum Analysis Tools to Educate, Engage, and Employ
Training programs which lead to careers, whether it is career and technical education training (CTE), apprenticeship training, or college training all benefit from efforts to align with employer demands and needs. With record numbers of skilled jobs remaining unfilled contrasted with record low unemployment, it is more critical now than ever that training programs effectively prepare the workforce for the needs of the future. In this session, we will highlight tools and processes used to align training with industry needs. The session will also provide an overview for how to determine skill levels needed for entry into training programs. Session discussion will also demonstrate the coordination of these tools as used by employers and educators.
Compton Ferry
Julie Gibson, Director, Workforce Development, Client Relations, ACT
Dr. Carol Ogletree, Senior Industrial/Organizational Psychologist, ACT
CHOOSE: Serving Mix Generation Identity Students
The interactive and engaging workshop will provide the opportunity for discussion around serving multi-racial identify students. The program will explore the historical, social and current context of the multiracial population. In addition, allow for communication about the recognition of multiracial issues as opposed ethnocentric values. Participants will have the opportunity. Learn to be allies to multiracial students and communities. Participants will leave this session with a better understanding that racial identity is a social construct, is changing, and will affect our campuses in a positive manner.
Cooper Creek 1
Robert Page Jr., Chief Diversity Officer, Metropolitan Community College
New Marketing Trends - SEO, Email, Digital, Social and Content Strategies
Straight from Digital Summit Chicago, hear about managing and marketing to millennials, using email to communicate, captivating and connecting with students, optimizing your website for the best SEO results, everyday behavioral science for better conversion optimization and understanding how to best collect, capture and harness data for smarter marketing and more.
Cooper Creek 2
Jay Scherder, Director of Public Relations, East Central College
Building a Culture of Assessment
This presentation explores the redesigning of course level assessment and program review. Specifically, the session will focus on changes made and the platforms used to implement this new plan throughout the college. Attention will also be given to the measures put in place to build faculty buy-in and establish a strong culture of assessment.
Roark Creek
Dr. Crystal Johnson, Division Chair of Social Science and Business, Metropolitan Community College
Dr. Dreand Johnson, Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Metropolitan Community College
Baby-boomer Teacher and Gen Z Students: Overcoming Classroom Disconnects through Teaching Adaptations.
When late Millennials and Gen Z students hit the classroom, faculty expectations and student reality often clash, especially for many Baby Boomer and Gen X teachers. This discussion is about adaptive teaching techniques that allow faculty to maintain their expectations and goals while adjusting to new generational preferences in classroom interaction. The presenter will share some of his thoughts and plans, then open the session for discussion and ideas from others. The goal is for instructors to feel confident in covering course material, preparing students to function in a variety of work environments, and creating a positive learning environment for a new generation of students. Takeaways will be ideas about syllabus structure and classroom instruction. Bring current syllabi to share ideas and make notes for change.
Short Creek 3
Dr. Gary Phillips, Professor, Missouri State University, West Plains
So You Got Your Grant, Now What?
This session will assist fiscal and program staff in understanding the basic concepts and responsibilities of managing grants. Review and discussion will cover the grant life cycle, common terms and grant elements, budget management and some helpful insight to the new OMB Circular related to cost principles, key accounting system requirements, written policies and procedures, internal controls, match, timesheets, reporting documentation tips, audits, and other related financial requirements. Session participants will develop knowledge about effective financial and grants management, discuss challenges and opportunities for financial management growth and explore ways to enhance and improve current grant management practices.
Short Creek 4
Dawn Drinkard, MoWINs State Director, MCCA
Susan Serrano, Director of Grants and Finance, Metropolitan Community College
Legal Issues with Kate Nash
Join Kate Nash, attorney with Tueth Keeney, in this dazzling presentation about hot legal topics affecting community colleges today.
Cooper Creek 3
Kate Nash, Attorney, Tueth Keeney
1:45 P.M. - 2:35 P.M.
Cyber Security Landscape for Higher Education - 2018/2019
While Cyber Attacks continue to grow in higher education, how can you compete? Especially with continual budget cuts and short staff??
Boston Ferry
Brendan Lehan
Web Conference Class Adventures (from inception to now)
When faced with enrollment challenges and a need to grow programs, we have to get creative. Across campus locations, low enrollment courses can be a nemesis. Students need them to move forward. What if online isn’t an option or isn’t an option for every student? We have to find ways to bring classes to where students are and combine numbers. The potential benefits: fewer low enrollment courses, combined cost-sharing and an opportunity to bring additional courses to students in a quality learning format. A solution: web conference courses.
Compton Ferry
Cara Barth-Fagan, Division Chair & Education Program Coordinator, State Fair Community College
Jessica Hoskins, LMS Administrator-AV Specialist, State Fair Community College-Ellucian
Hannah Painter, Boonville Campus Navigator, State Fair Community College
Dara Bigler, Director-Clinton Campus, State Fair Community College
Diversity Council
The Division on Equity & Inclusion is an initiative that will engage MCCA members and member institutions in the education, engagement, recognition and celebration of our rich diversity in all aspects of the community college experience and with our community partners. This system wide initiative will provide MCCA members with tools necessary to advance diversity and leverage existing programs that will prepare students for our changing society and our global education.
Cooper Creek 1
Dr. Robert Page, Executive Director, Metropolitan Community College
Let's Go Solar: Solar Options for Higher Education
Facilities across the country are turning to solar power to dramatically cut their utility costs. This session will highlight the benefits and considerations for solar power systems as well as an overview of how to implement solar power on your campus through an energy savings performance contract. A case study highlight of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s solar array will be shared.
Cooper Creek 3
Sterling Miller
Strategies for Engaging Students in Online Learning
We invite attendees to have a dialogue about things they’ve faced in their online classrooms (or face to face classes with an online component).
Short Creek 4
Robin Harris, DNP, RN Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate Teaching Professor, University of Missouri
Investing in the Future of the St. Louis Workforce
2018 celebrates the tenth anniversary of St. Louis Community College's State of the St. Louis Workforce Report. Over that period the College and its research partners have tracked the recovery and growth of our region’s workforce, as well as its continuing challenges, through the research and production of this report. The proposed presentation in lecture and question & answer format would provide an overview of the results of the recent report as well as examples of how St. Louis Community College uses the report to develop and deliver workforce solutions through both credit and non-credit offerings.
Roark Creek
Hart Nelson, Associate Vice Chancellor, St. Louis Community College
Alan Spell, Research Manager, MERIC - Department of Economic Development
How to Prepare Students for a Successful Transfer
A majority (about 80%) of students who enroll at a community college eventually plan to transfer to a 4-year college or university, but only 25% transfer and 17% persist to graduation (Community College Research Center, 2015). There are many different reasons as to why this happens, but those of us who work with these students want to offer support in helping them reach this goal of bachelor’s-degree attainment. In this session, we will share some of our experiences and tips in working with community college transfer students but ask that you join us in the conversation! We expect this will be an open dialogue where we can learn from one another and share best practices in helping students prepare for a successful transfer.
Cooper Creek 2
Christina Gilbert, Associate Director for Transfer Recruitment & Community College Partnerships
Kelsey Bourne, Transfer & Articulation Coordinator
Equity + Affordability + Retention + Employability
A discussion on increasing achievement by providing equitable, day-one access to course materials at reduced prices. As well as exploring additional student support services with 24/7 tutoring, and career success and employability tools to help connect the student’s academic path the their career path.
Short Creek 3
Laura Vogel, Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, Pearson
While Cyber Attacks continue to grow in higher education, how can you compete? Especially with continual budget cuts and short staff??
Boston Ferry
Brendan Lehan
Web Conference Class Adventures (from inception to now)
When faced with enrollment challenges and a need to grow programs, we have to get creative. Across campus locations, low enrollment courses can be a nemesis. Students need them to move forward. What if online isn’t an option or isn’t an option for every student? We have to find ways to bring classes to where students are and combine numbers. The potential benefits: fewer low enrollment courses, combined cost-sharing and an opportunity to bring additional courses to students in a quality learning format. A solution: web conference courses.
Compton Ferry
Cara Barth-Fagan, Division Chair & Education Program Coordinator, State Fair Community College
Jessica Hoskins, LMS Administrator-AV Specialist, State Fair Community College-Ellucian
Hannah Painter, Boonville Campus Navigator, State Fair Community College
Dara Bigler, Director-Clinton Campus, State Fair Community College
Diversity Council
The Division on Equity & Inclusion is an initiative that will engage MCCA members and member institutions in the education, engagement, recognition and celebration of our rich diversity in all aspects of the community college experience and with our community partners. This system wide initiative will provide MCCA members with tools necessary to advance diversity and leverage existing programs that will prepare students for our changing society and our global education.
Cooper Creek 1
Dr. Robert Page, Executive Director, Metropolitan Community College
Let's Go Solar: Solar Options for Higher Education
Facilities across the country are turning to solar power to dramatically cut their utility costs. This session will highlight the benefits and considerations for solar power systems as well as an overview of how to implement solar power on your campus through an energy savings performance contract. A case study highlight of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s solar array will be shared.
Cooper Creek 3
Sterling Miller
Strategies for Engaging Students in Online Learning
We invite attendees to have a dialogue about things they’ve faced in their online classrooms (or face to face classes with an online component).
Short Creek 4
Robin Harris, DNP, RN Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate Teaching Professor, University of Missouri
Investing in the Future of the St. Louis Workforce
2018 celebrates the tenth anniversary of St. Louis Community College's State of the St. Louis Workforce Report. Over that period the College and its research partners have tracked the recovery and growth of our region’s workforce, as well as its continuing challenges, through the research and production of this report. The proposed presentation in lecture and question & answer format would provide an overview of the results of the recent report as well as examples of how St. Louis Community College uses the report to develop and deliver workforce solutions through both credit and non-credit offerings.
Roark Creek
Hart Nelson, Associate Vice Chancellor, St. Louis Community College
Alan Spell, Research Manager, MERIC - Department of Economic Development
How to Prepare Students for a Successful Transfer
A majority (about 80%) of students who enroll at a community college eventually plan to transfer to a 4-year college or university, but only 25% transfer and 17% persist to graduation (Community College Research Center, 2015). There are many different reasons as to why this happens, but those of us who work with these students want to offer support in helping them reach this goal of bachelor’s-degree attainment. In this session, we will share some of our experiences and tips in working with community college transfer students but ask that you join us in the conversation! We expect this will be an open dialogue where we can learn from one another and share best practices in helping students prepare for a successful transfer.
Cooper Creek 2
Christina Gilbert, Associate Director for Transfer Recruitment & Community College Partnerships
Kelsey Bourne, Transfer & Articulation Coordinator
Equity + Affordability + Retention + Employability
A discussion on increasing achievement by providing equitable, day-one access to course materials at reduced prices. As well as exploring additional student support services with 24/7 tutoring, and career success and employability tools to help connect the student’s academic path the their career path.
Short Creek 3
Laura Vogel, Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, Pearson
3:50 P.M. - 4:40 P.M.
Emotional Intelligence Benefit College Students
Emotional Intelligence has been shown to be an indicator for college retention and completion.
This presentation will be broken down into two sections. The first section will focus on research. Research suggests that 4 of the 15 areas of emotional intelligence have a correlation to college success. The second section will focus on the implantation of an emotional intelligence curriculum in a Trio program.
Boston Ferry
Chad Majeske, Academic Advisor/Student Government Advisor, Mineral Area College
Legislative Panel
Planning for the 2019 legislative session is well underway. Join us for an insider’s look at the current climate in the Capitol and the challenges and opportunities we expect to encounter in the coming year.
Compton Ferry
Brian Millner, President/CEO, MCCA
Bardgett and Associates
Campus Safety: Your New Normal
You learned what to do, now connect with your students, and inspire action!! Your mental mindset will impact your success. The new normal includes the possibility that you may need to respond to an intruder in the classroom, work space (mall, church, outdoor event!). How do we as educators overcome the "I don't like to think about it" attitude? The Run, Hide, Fight videos are disturbing, if I talk about it I will be planting the idea mentality that is so commonplace in education. Can WE be the game changers?
Cooper Creek 1
Diane Scanga, Director of Public Safety Programs/Campus Police Chief, Jefferson College
Paul Ferber, Associate Professor, Jefferson College
Rebranding, Revamping and Revitalizing Summer Community Education Programs
Learn how one college revamped its summer offerings to children and teens in the community, rebranded the program and revitalized its enrollment by more than 50 percent.
Cooper Creek 2
Jay Scherder, Director of Public Relations, East Central College
Joel Doepker, Vice President of External Relations, East Central College
Divided by the State Line: Comparing Undocumented Immigrant Experiences at Colleges in DREAM and non-DREAM States
The most common path to post-secondary education is through our community college institutions. But, are there things we can do to better accommodate these students? This presentation looks at the efforts of community colleges in a DREAM Act state and compares the different activities and how the students themselves perceive their experience at the college. Suggestions for future practice will be offered, as well as time for discussion.
Cooper Creek 3
Dr. Steve Pankey, Enrollment Manager, Metropolitan Community College
The Art of Change Management: Moving People from Point A to Point B
Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. This participatory workshop will address the differences between project management and change management, review the three phase change management process, and discuss how change management is important to move organizational ideals and change forward. Participants will learn about who they are during change and be given strategies to assist with working through the uncertainty as the change occurs.
Short Creek 3
Mysha Clincy, Academic Advisor, St. Louis Community College
APR: Set Yourself Apart
Earning Accreditation in Public Relations is a journey toward becoming a more strategic communications counselor. Accreditation is a recognized standard for effective, skilled public relations professionals, and shows a commitment to life-long learning.
Short Creek 4
Nez Savala, APR, Communications Manager, St. Louis Community College
Academic Advising: Understanding Its Impact on Student Success!
The national dialogue continues to center on college completion; in response community colleges are placing more focus on academic advising and its impact on student success. With survey findings collected from over 130,000 community college students across more than 200 institutions, Show Me the Way: The Power of Advising in Community Colleges confirms that students who receive more advising, more time with advisors, and more in-depth discussions in their sessions are more engaged. Join us as we discuss the student experience with academic advising and planning, and learn how a five-campus district has transformed the advising experience through implementation of case management, degree planning and student success plans.
Roark Creek
Dr. Kathrine Swanson, Vice Chancellor of Student Success and Engagement, Metropolitan Community College
Dr. Linda Garcia, Assistant Director of College Relations, Center for Community College Student Engagement
Emotional Intelligence has been shown to be an indicator for college retention and completion.
This presentation will be broken down into two sections. The first section will focus on research. Research suggests that 4 of the 15 areas of emotional intelligence have a correlation to college success. The second section will focus on the implantation of an emotional intelligence curriculum in a Trio program.
Boston Ferry
Chad Majeske, Academic Advisor/Student Government Advisor, Mineral Area College
Legislative Panel
Planning for the 2019 legislative session is well underway. Join us for an insider’s look at the current climate in the Capitol and the challenges and opportunities we expect to encounter in the coming year.
Compton Ferry
Brian Millner, President/CEO, MCCA
Bardgett and Associates
Campus Safety: Your New Normal
You learned what to do, now connect with your students, and inspire action!! Your mental mindset will impact your success. The new normal includes the possibility that you may need to respond to an intruder in the classroom, work space (mall, church, outdoor event!). How do we as educators overcome the "I don't like to think about it" attitude? The Run, Hide, Fight videos are disturbing, if I talk about it I will be planting the idea mentality that is so commonplace in education. Can WE be the game changers?
Cooper Creek 1
Diane Scanga, Director of Public Safety Programs/Campus Police Chief, Jefferson College
Paul Ferber, Associate Professor, Jefferson College
Rebranding, Revamping and Revitalizing Summer Community Education Programs
Learn how one college revamped its summer offerings to children and teens in the community, rebranded the program and revitalized its enrollment by more than 50 percent.
Cooper Creek 2
Jay Scherder, Director of Public Relations, East Central College
Joel Doepker, Vice President of External Relations, East Central College
Divided by the State Line: Comparing Undocumented Immigrant Experiences at Colleges in DREAM and non-DREAM States
The most common path to post-secondary education is through our community college institutions. But, are there things we can do to better accommodate these students? This presentation looks at the efforts of community colleges in a DREAM Act state and compares the different activities and how the students themselves perceive their experience at the college. Suggestions for future practice will be offered, as well as time for discussion.
Cooper Creek 3
Dr. Steve Pankey, Enrollment Manager, Metropolitan Community College
The Art of Change Management: Moving People from Point A to Point B
Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. This participatory workshop will address the differences between project management and change management, review the three phase change management process, and discuss how change management is important to move organizational ideals and change forward. Participants will learn about who they are during change and be given strategies to assist with working through the uncertainty as the change occurs.
Short Creek 3
Mysha Clincy, Academic Advisor, St. Louis Community College
APR: Set Yourself Apart
Earning Accreditation in Public Relations is a journey toward becoming a more strategic communications counselor. Accreditation is a recognized standard for effective, skilled public relations professionals, and shows a commitment to life-long learning.
Short Creek 4
Nez Savala, APR, Communications Manager, St. Louis Community College
Academic Advising: Understanding Its Impact on Student Success!
The national dialogue continues to center on college completion; in response community colleges are placing more focus on academic advising and its impact on student success. With survey findings collected from over 130,000 community college students across more than 200 institutions, Show Me the Way: The Power of Advising in Community Colleges confirms that students who receive more advising, more time with advisors, and more in-depth discussions in their sessions are more engaged. Join us as we discuss the student experience with academic advising and planning, and learn how a five-campus district has transformed the advising experience through implementation of case management, degree planning and student success plans.
Roark Creek
Dr. Kathrine Swanson, Vice Chancellor of Student Success and Engagement, Metropolitan Community College
Dr. Linda Garcia, Assistant Director of College Relations, Center for Community College Student Engagement
9:00 A.M. - 9:50 A.M.
Becoming an Ability Ally
Within the context of higher education, an ally can be viewed as someone changing the campus, which includes advocating to improve representation, policies, available resources, and education around inclusion (Myers, Lindburg, & Nied, 2014). This interactive presentation includes information regarding how one can become an ally for inclusion for people with disabilities. Topics of this include ally development, access, five (5) models of disability, the letter and spirit of disability law, and inclusive language. Participants have the opportunity to consider their own experience and areas where they can commit to becoming an ally in their own environment.
Compton Ferry
Dr. Mark Pousson, Assistant Professor, Higher Education Administration, St. Louis University
Carolyn O'Laughlin, Manager of Campus Life, St. Louis Community College
Students Connect with UConnect
In creating a guided pathway for General Studies students, Crowder College has created "UConnect - A cohort learning community with peer support". Through enrolling a group of students in the same pre-determined condensed schedule of courses, UConnect aims to foster an environment of collaboration and camaraderie, while removing roadblocks to graduation. This is accomplished through assigned advising, Supplemental Instruction, and scholarship for educational expenses. With all credit earned aligned with the Missouri Core Transfer Curriculum, UConnect serves as a foundation, rather than a stepping stone, for students to transfer with their Associate of Arts degree in four semesters. Participants to this session will receive a background in the methodology used to create the UConnect Program, copies of materials used for planning and enrollment, as well as insights from the program's Activity Director.
Cooper Creek 2
Keith Zoromski, Title III Curriculum Specialist / Activities Director, Crowder College
Board of Directors Orientation
Welcome new board members! This is an initiation to board service; an introduction to MCCA, its mission, and programs; clarification of time demands; an opportunity to get to know other team members; and a chance to form an educated foundation for the coming years on the board.
Roark Creek
Karen Fink, Board President, MCCA, Administrative Assistant, Agriculture Department, Crowder College
The Mamas & The Papas: Delivering Comprehensive Case Management for Pregnant/Parenting Students Under Title IX
Students who are pregnant or parenting are considered a protected class under Title IX, and can be an interesting demographic to serve on community college campuses. Developing a structured case management system can allow any professional on campus to provide support, advocacy and encouragement to Pregnant/Parenting students, and increase their likelihood for persistence and completion.
Short Creek 4
Autumn Porter, Assistant Title IX Coordinator, Ozarks Technical Community College
Challenge of Title IX on Community College Campuses
Title IX regulations and related federal mandates were written with four-year residential colleges in mind. Community Colleges face unique challenges when it comes to compliance and meeting the needs of students in matters that may be at the forefront of public opinion. Learn about these issues as well as best practices for addressing sexual assault, harassment and intimate partner violence complaints on your campus.
Short Creek 3
Mary Zabriskie, Director, Student Conduct/Title IX Coordinator, St. Louis Community College
The Unexpected Benefits of Books
Most of us have heard of books like What the Best College Teachers Do. But, have you ever thought about what advice parenting books can have for transforming relationships with college students? Books about technology and their influence? Mindset work? These ideas particularly can influence those of us who teach corequisite support courses for students. Hear one developmental/corequisite faculty member's ideas and how they have influenced her, and discuss your own.
Cooper Creek 3
Beth Marchbanks, Associate Professor of Language and Literature, Moberly Area Community College
Practical Mindfulness for Today
Being fully present is thought of as a luxury in today's world, but by incorporating practical mindfulness techniques into your life, being present can be a common occurrence. Mindfulness can also increase energy, focus, and enhance every day experiences.
Cooper Creek 1
Lindsey Argo, Kom Hot Yoga
Phi Theta Kappa: Creating Student Leaders
This session will provide knowledge and understanding of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society on your campus and how it can assist with your campus' mission, student leadership, and foster student success.
Boston Ferry
Steven Fritts, Lead American Sign Language Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Jo Fritts, Middle College Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Within the context of higher education, an ally can be viewed as someone changing the campus, which includes advocating to improve representation, policies, available resources, and education around inclusion (Myers, Lindburg, & Nied, 2014). This interactive presentation includes information regarding how one can become an ally for inclusion for people with disabilities. Topics of this include ally development, access, five (5) models of disability, the letter and spirit of disability law, and inclusive language. Participants have the opportunity to consider their own experience and areas where they can commit to becoming an ally in their own environment.
Compton Ferry
Dr. Mark Pousson, Assistant Professor, Higher Education Administration, St. Louis University
Carolyn O'Laughlin, Manager of Campus Life, St. Louis Community College
Students Connect with UConnect
In creating a guided pathway for General Studies students, Crowder College has created "UConnect - A cohort learning community with peer support". Through enrolling a group of students in the same pre-determined condensed schedule of courses, UConnect aims to foster an environment of collaboration and camaraderie, while removing roadblocks to graduation. This is accomplished through assigned advising, Supplemental Instruction, and scholarship for educational expenses. With all credit earned aligned with the Missouri Core Transfer Curriculum, UConnect serves as a foundation, rather than a stepping stone, for students to transfer with their Associate of Arts degree in four semesters. Participants to this session will receive a background in the methodology used to create the UConnect Program, copies of materials used for planning and enrollment, as well as insights from the program's Activity Director.
Cooper Creek 2
Keith Zoromski, Title III Curriculum Specialist / Activities Director, Crowder College
Board of Directors Orientation
Welcome new board members! This is an initiation to board service; an introduction to MCCA, its mission, and programs; clarification of time demands; an opportunity to get to know other team members; and a chance to form an educated foundation for the coming years on the board.
Roark Creek
Karen Fink, Board President, MCCA, Administrative Assistant, Agriculture Department, Crowder College
The Mamas & The Papas: Delivering Comprehensive Case Management for Pregnant/Parenting Students Under Title IX
Students who are pregnant or parenting are considered a protected class under Title IX, and can be an interesting demographic to serve on community college campuses. Developing a structured case management system can allow any professional on campus to provide support, advocacy and encouragement to Pregnant/Parenting students, and increase their likelihood for persistence and completion.
Short Creek 4
Autumn Porter, Assistant Title IX Coordinator, Ozarks Technical Community College
Challenge of Title IX on Community College Campuses
Title IX regulations and related federal mandates were written with four-year residential colleges in mind. Community Colleges face unique challenges when it comes to compliance and meeting the needs of students in matters that may be at the forefront of public opinion. Learn about these issues as well as best practices for addressing sexual assault, harassment and intimate partner violence complaints on your campus.
Short Creek 3
Mary Zabriskie, Director, Student Conduct/Title IX Coordinator, St. Louis Community College
The Unexpected Benefits of Books
Most of us have heard of books like What the Best College Teachers Do. But, have you ever thought about what advice parenting books can have for transforming relationships with college students? Books about technology and their influence? Mindset work? These ideas particularly can influence those of us who teach corequisite support courses for students. Hear one developmental/corequisite faculty member's ideas and how they have influenced her, and discuss your own.
Cooper Creek 3
Beth Marchbanks, Associate Professor of Language and Literature, Moberly Area Community College
Practical Mindfulness for Today
Being fully present is thought of as a luxury in today's world, but by incorporating practical mindfulness techniques into your life, being present can be a common occurrence. Mindfulness can also increase energy, focus, and enhance every day experiences.
Cooper Creek 1
Lindsey Argo, Kom Hot Yoga
Phi Theta Kappa: Creating Student Leaders
This session will provide knowledge and understanding of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society on your campus and how it can assist with your campus' mission, student leadership, and foster student success.
Boston Ferry
Steven Fritts, Lead American Sign Language Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Jo Fritts, Middle College Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
10:05 A.M. - 10:55 A.M.
Difficult Conversations: Preparation is Key
Even though community college professionals may wish to dialogue with community college students about sensitive societal issues, many professionals express concern about how to effectively facilitate these conversations (Goodman, 1995; Toproek & Worthington, 2014). This interactive presentation includes Obear's (2007) research on difficult dialogue preparation addressing the emotional triggers within the community college employee that may impede the facilitation of the dialogue. While the research focused on student affairs professionals and difficult conversations with students, the findings can be more broadly applied to anyone.
Compton Ferry
Dr. Mark Pousson, Assistant Professor, Higher Education Administration, St. Louis University
Carolyn O'Laughlin, Manager of Campus Life, St. Louis Community College
Connecting vs. Communicating
We live in a world of constant communication and the need to connect is more crucial than ever and it goes beyond just words. Join our fire side chat as we look at and discuss Five Principles and Five Practices of Connecting when we communicate. We will learn from others in our higher education setting invaluable insights into how we can make those important connections in our day-to-day communications.
Cooper Creek 1
Sharon Holt, Administrative Assistant, St. Louis Community College
SkillUP Roundtable
If you work on the SkillUP grant at your college, plan to attend this round table session. Bring your ideas and issues to share with your colleagues.
Short Creek 4
Ramona Mundwiller, Director, Grants Administration, Missouri Community College Association
MizzouMACC: From Pilot to Prolific
In the fall of 2017 MU and MACC launched a collaborative and innovative co-enrollment program - MizzouMACC. Starting with a maximum of 30 students and no publicity the pilot program aimed to better serve students interested in starting their academic careers at MACC and ultimately transferring. In the coming fall of 2018 the program is poised to grow to over 200 students! Join us to learn about best practices and lessons from the pilot year and beyond.
Roark Creek
Michelle McCall, Dean of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management, Moberly Area Community College
Cecilia Olivares, Senior Student Services Coordinator, University of Missouri - Columbia
Improv for the Classroom
This session introduces the concepts of improvisational comedy and demonstrates their effective use in the classroom, the board room, and in life. Topics will include classroom management, student anxiety, creativity, and fostering teamwork.
Boston Ferry
Steve Fritts, Lead American Sign Language Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Jo Fritts, Middle College Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Community Connection with Gift of Hope
Meet new people and network while giving back to our host city through a partnership with Gift of Hope. In this session, Jennifer Costella will share how her organization positively impacts the Branson community and serves those in need. Attendees will assemble backpacks with nutritious food for students showing signs of hunger to eat each weekend when the school meal program is not available. Learn more about the Backpack Club here.
All Annual Convention attendees are encouraged to donate one of the following items for Gift of Hope's Christmas Share:
Even though community college professionals may wish to dialogue with community college students about sensitive societal issues, many professionals express concern about how to effectively facilitate these conversations (Goodman, 1995; Toproek & Worthington, 2014). This interactive presentation includes Obear's (2007) research on difficult dialogue preparation addressing the emotional triggers within the community college employee that may impede the facilitation of the dialogue. While the research focused on student affairs professionals and difficult conversations with students, the findings can be more broadly applied to anyone.
Compton Ferry
Dr. Mark Pousson, Assistant Professor, Higher Education Administration, St. Louis University
Carolyn O'Laughlin, Manager of Campus Life, St. Louis Community College
Connecting vs. Communicating
We live in a world of constant communication and the need to connect is more crucial than ever and it goes beyond just words. Join our fire side chat as we look at and discuss Five Principles and Five Practices of Connecting when we communicate. We will learn from others in our higher education setting invaluable insights into how we can make those important connections in our day-to-day communications.
Cooper Creek 1
Sharon Holt, Administrative Assistant, St. Louis Community College
SkillUP Roundtable
If you work on the SkillUP grant at your college, plan to attend this round table session. Bring your ideas and issues to share with your colleagues.
Short Creek 4
Ramona Mundwiller, Director, Grants Administration, Missouri Community College Association
MizzouMACC: From Pilot to Prolific
In the fall of 2017 MU and MACC launched a collaborative and innovative co-enrollment program - MizzouMACC. Starting with a maximum of 30 students and no publicity the pilot program aimed to better serve students interested in starting their academic careers at MACC and ultimately transferring. In the coming fall of 2018 the program is poised to grow to over 200 students! Join us to learn about best practices and lessons from the pilot year and beyond.
Roark Creek
Michelle McCall, Dean of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management, Moberly Area Community College
Cecilia Olivares, Senior Student Services Coordinator, University of Missouri - Columbia
Improv for the Classroom
This session introduces the concepts of improvisational comedy and demonstrates their effective use in the classroom, the board room, and in life. Topics will include classroom management, student anxiety, creativity, and fostering teamwork.
Boston Ferry
Steve Fritts, Lead American Sign Language Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Jo Fritts, Middle College Instructor, Ozarks Technical Community College
Community Connection with Gift of Hope
Meet new people and network while giving back to our host city through a partnership with Gift of Hope. In this session, Jennifer Costella will share how her organization positively impacts the Branson community and serves those in need. Attendees will assemble backpacks with nutritious food for students showing signs of hunger to eat each weekend when the school meal program is not available. Learn more about the Backpack Club here.
All Annual Convention attendees are encouraged to donate one of the following items for Gift of Hope's Christmas Share:
- Family hygiene products
- Children's Clothing: Socks, underwear, and pajamas
- Winter Outerwear: gloves, hats, and coats
- Blankets and pillows
- Monetary donations are accepted to assist in paying bills for rent, propane, and electric
Schedule subject to change
