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Session 1.1 Preaching to the Masses: Connecting Your Message to Any Audience

Have you ever given an admissions presentation to group of students who did not look or talk like you? Chances are we all have.  This session is design for new admission counselors to assist them in recruiting diverse populations.  Using a systematic approach participants will leave this session more prepared to connect with their high school audience and more comfortable presenting in urban, rural, and suburban classrooms.

Presenter:
Eric Stokes
Assistant Director Undergraduate Admissions
The University of Tennessee

Session 1.2 Introduction to FERPA

FERPA is 35 years old! The basics in light of current higher education environment. Discussions on identity management, electronic signature, Soloman Amendment, and Health & Safety.

Presenter:
Beth Rogers
Director of Records & Registration
Tennessee Technological university


Session 1.3 Getting the Most from Social Networks

Everyone has heard of Facebook by now, but Facebook is just the beginning of the social networking tools available for free or at little cost to your institution.  In many cases, you can use these tools to leverage your position online and increase your communication with all levels of constituencies for little to no cost.  If you’re ready to move beyond Facebook, this session is for you.

Presenter:
Tim Amyx
Director of Admissions & College Registrar
Volunteer State Community College



Session 1.4 Certified eTranscripts Now!: Create, Secure and Deliver

The method for transcript ordering, delivery and tracking is matched well with our current 24/7/365 client base of students, alumni, employers and other 3rd party recipients.  Avow Systems offers the very first end-to-end solution for document creation, security and delivery for any official document, especially transcripts.  Learn about the Avow +ADDS solution and how our "hands off" system supports greater efficiency, security, service and a "Go Green" initiative.

Presenter:
Dennis J. Dulniak, Ed.D.
Vice President for Higher Education Services
Avow Systems, Inc.
 


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