ASACCU Program and Schedule

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Welcome Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About ASACCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 About Neumann University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Conference Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Keynote Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Concurrent Sessions & Roundtables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Helpful Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2018 ASACCU Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Our Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

On behalf of the Mission and Ministry Unit, I welcome you to the ASACCU 2017 Conference: “Journey for the Dream.”

We are especially pleased to share this experience with you at Neumann University whose Catholic Franciscan tradition provides our students with a uniquely personal education rooted in the values of Reverence, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship.

Welcome Messages

Welcome to Neumann University! The Office of the President extends a warm welcome on behalf of the Neumann University family to ASACCU 2017 participants. It is our privilege to host ASACCU 2017 and to support efforts to enhance Catholic identity across our institutions in matters of student affairs. Thank you for your personal investment in Catholic higher education and may God continue to bless you and all you do for our institutions and students.

We know you will also enjoy the experience beyond our campus as you visit Philadelphia, “The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.”

Please take advantage of all the sights, sounds, and tastes of the greater Delaware Valley during your stay.

May you be blessed with our Franciscan hospitality, enriching conversation, and new learnings during these days.

Sister Marguerite O’Beirne, OSF Vice President for Mission and Ministry

Welcome to this Holy Hill that we call Neumann University!

It is our pleasure and honor to serve as your host institution for the 2017 ASACCU Conference: “Journey for the Dream.” Over these next few days we will join together as servant leaders in Catholic higher education.

We will pray together, learn and discern together, socialize, and break bread together. We will then return to our campuses refreshed and energized with a deeper and richer knowledge of how to best support and lead our students and our institutions in their “Journey for the Dream.”

During your stay I am confident that you will be surrounded by the blessed warmth of our Franciscan hospitality and our infamous Philadelphia culture.

Peace and enjoy!

Dianna C. Dale, PhD Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

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About ASACUU

About ASACCU

ASACCU

MISSION The purpose of ASACCU is to promote an understanding of the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and its relevance for student affairs professionals who are working or will be working at Catholic colleges and universities.

Through its activities and programs, the association will encourage and facilitate the sharing of ideas and cooperative efforts among its members.

HISTORY The Association for Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities (ASACCU) was founded in 1999.

ASACCU was created by student affairs professionals working at Catholic institutions who had attended the Institute for Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges (ISACC). ISACC (1995-99) was a five-day summer program that was sponsored by the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU) and funded in part by the Lily Endowment, Inc. ISACC was held on the campus of John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio. The goals of ISACC were: 1) To learn about the Catholic intellectual tradition, 2) To network with student affairs professionals at Catholic colleges and universities across the nation and internally, 3) To discuss how to ground our work in the Catholic identity of our institutions, and 4) To apply this understanding to issues on campus.

By 1999, over 220 student affairs professionals from 59 Catholic colleges and universities had attended ISACC. Many of these participants asked, “What’s next?” ISACC was a formation experience that one attended once.

What was needed now, they said, was an opportunity for ongoing dialogue and connection. ASACCU was created to provide this opportunity. ASACCU convenes annually in July for a three-day conference on the campus of a member institution. Each year, different topics related to student affairs and Catholic identity are explored.

SANDRA M. ESTANEK AWARD In 2000, ASACCU established the Young Alumni Award. Each year, we invite the institution that is sponsoring that year’s annual conference to name one recently graduated alumnus or alumna to receive the Sandra M. Estanek, PhD Young Alumni Award. This person exemplifies the qualities of leadership and service that the conference host institution seeks to instill in its graduates.

This year, Neumann University, will recognize Maria Sotomayor-Giacomucci, a 2013 graduate, who is the Civic Engagement Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition (PICC). Maria was born in Ecuador and raised in Pennsylvania. As a DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipient, Maria has shared her experience as an undocumented immigrant and has advocated for immigrants’ rights and integration into society as part of PICC’s mission.

While a student at Neumann University, Maria made significant contributions to the University Community.

Maria founded Fashion for a Cause, a student organization that combined students’ love of fashion with community service. She was member of the Campus Ministry Team and Neumann Media. Maria was a Presidential Ambassador and member of the Institute for Student Leadership Formation. As an alumna of Neumann University, Maria continues to give back and volunteer at the University.

PRINCIPLES OF GOOD PRACTICE For Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities Principle One welcomes all students into a vibrant campus community that celebrates God’s love for all.

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Principle Three enriches student integration of faith and reason through the provision of co-curricular learning opportunities.

Principle Four creates opportunities for students to experience, reflect upon and act from a commitment to justice, mercy and compassion, and in light of Catholic social teachings to develop respect and responsibility for all, especially those most in need.

Principle Five challenges students to high standards of personal behavior and responsibility through the formation of character and virtue.

Principle Six invites and accompanies students into the life of the Catholic Church through prayer, liturgy, sacraments, and spiritual direction.

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Principle Two grounds policies, practices and decisions in the teachings and living tradition of the Church.

It builds and prepares the student affairs staff to make informed contributions to the Catholic mission of the institution.

Principle Seven seeks dialogue among religious traditions and with contemporary culture to clarify beliefs and to foster mutual understanding in the midst of tensions and ambiguities.

Principle Eight assists students in discerning and responding to their vocations, understanding potential professional contributions and choosing particular career directions.

MISSION INTEGRATION AWARDS As the voice for student affairs in Catholic higher education, the intent of this annual project is to highlight model programs in various student-life areas that intentionally articulate Catholic identity as an integral part of a student life program.

Through the mutual sharing of ideas and their practical applications, interplay between Catholic identity and the ever-changing complexity of contemporary circumstances and student life issues on our campuses, the Mission Integration Awards recognize programs or practices in the areas of residence life, student activities, and diversity and inclusion that contribute significantly to their area and integrate Catholic teaching and identity. These awards seek to recognize innovative and effective approaches in mission integration using the “Principles of Good Practice in Catholic Higher Education” developed by ASACCU, ACCU, and JASPA in 2009.

2017 AWARD RECIPIENTS In the category of Dean of Students, Residence Life, Housing, and related: Regis College for Leveraging Students as a Part of Your Sexual Violence Prevention Efforts. This comprehensive program articulates a close connection between Regis’ Student Peer Bystander Group “PrideStanders” and the institution-wide effort in support of educational efforts required under Title IX and VAWA. The program thoughtfully connects these efforts with the institution’s Catholic mission of “service to the Dear Neighbor” and frames student involvement with a social justice lens.

In the category of Diversity and Inclusion: Siena College for the Diversity Workshop in the Classroom & Diversity Education Peer Advisor Program. The Damietta Cross-Cultural Center provides workshops in the classroom for faculty members and their students. Students are trained as “Solidarity Advisors” and facilitate two to three classroom workshops per semester. The overarching goal of the program is to highlight the habits of the Franciscan community and demonstrate acceptance and affirmation of the dignity and uniqueness of each individual from diverse backgrounds.

In the category of Student Activities, Leadership, and Orientation and related: St. Vincent College for the Benedictine Leadership Studies Program. The BLS program is a student affairs initiative in partnership with academic affairs and faculty to help students develop a meaningful understanding of God’s purpose. The program components include knowledge seminars, leadership conferences, internships, personal reflection, and a subsidized study-abroad trip. Up to twenty first-year students are selected during their first year and continue as a cohort throughout their college tenure.

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About ASACCU

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kathleen J. Byrnes, JD Chair of the Board Associate Vice President for Student Life Villanova University Villanova, PA William M. Fischer, JD Vice President for Student Development University of Dayton Dayton, OH Jay J. Fostner, O. Praem, PhD Vice President for Mission and Student Affairs St. Norbert College DePere, WI Kristine C. Goodwin Vice President for Student Affairs Providence College Providence, RI

Richard Satterlee, PhD Vice President for Student Life Manhattan College Riverdale, NY Richard Trietley, Jr. Vice President for Student Affairs Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Carmen M. Vazquez Vice President for Student Affairs University of San Diego San Diego, CA Catherine M. WoodBrooks, PhD Vice President for Student Affairs Assumption College Worchester, MA

Karen J. Johnson Vice President for Student Affairs Saint Mary’s College Notre Dame, IN The Board expresses gratitude for service on the Board of Karen Johnson, whose term expires in 2017.

2017 Incoming Board Members: Linda McMurdock, PhD Vice President for Student Affairs Marymount University Arlington, VA

Ruth Rodgers Vice President for Student Success & Engagement Marian University Indianapolis, IN

ASACCU 2017 CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE MEMBERS Michael Webster, Chair Megan Camp Shedia R. Christopher Lee DelleMonache Bridget A. Haines-Frank Scott Hammell Sr. Eileen V. Kulacz, OSF Maria A. Marx Alexandria L. Maurizzio Patrick J. McKenzie Je’Nai L. Righter Laura Strubeck

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When the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia opened the doors of Our Lady of Angels in September, 1965, the total enrollment was 115 women students. Today, as Neumann University, the college educates about 3,000 women and men, engages more than 13,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in Aston Township, PA. Neumann University offers undergraduate majors in Arts and Sciences, Business and Information Management, Education and Human Services, Nursing and Health Sciences, and Continuing Adult and Professional Studies; master’s degrees in Accounting, Education, Nursing, Organizational and Strategic Leadership, Pastoral Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Sport Business; and doctoral degrees in Educational Leadership, Pastoral Counseling, and Physical Therapy.

UNIVERSITY MISSION Neumann University educates a diverse community of learners based upon the belief that knowledge is a gift to be shared in the service of others and that learning is a lifelong process.

UNIVERSITY VISION Neumann University strives to be a teaching university of distinction, providing innovative, transformational education in the Catholic Franciscan tradition. Neumann RISES on the core values of Reverence, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship and lives the actions which these values inspire. Neumann’s curriculum promotes thoughtful and ethical leadership in service and response to a global and technologically complex world.

CATHOLIC FRANCISCAN TRADITION

About Neumann University

About Neumann University

The Franciscan intellectual tradition is rooted in the spirit and vision of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi.

From the lives of St. Francis and St. Clare, scholars developed a theological and philosophical tradition. Over time, St. Bonaventure of Bagnoregio and Blessed John Duns Scotus became the dominant voices for the tradition. Beginning in the late 20th century and continuing to the present time, scholars have been trying to articulate the meaning of the Franciscan intellectual tradition for the contemporary world.

The Franciscan worldview includes the recognition that 1) God is relational and exists as a Community of Love; God is Trinity; 2) God shares Love generously and freely through the whole of Creation and through the Incarnation (God becomes human and lives among us); and 3) made in God’s image all creatures are related as brothers and sisters. The Franciscan worldview emphasizes the dignity of the human person, the goodness of all creation, the responsibility to care for all creatures as sisters and brothers, and the importance of gratitude for all creation as a gift from a generous God. The tradition is inclusive of all people and cultures, critical of injustice, prophetic in looking beyond the present reality, and practical in service of others.

CORE VALUES OF THE UNIVERSITY The way of life which Francis and Clare of Assisi and their followers embraced was modeled on the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The values which guided their lives were rooted in the Jewish and Christian Scriptures, the Old and New Testaments. These values cannot be summarized in a few words; however, institutions often highlight certain values which seem particularly relevant for their mission and the time.

Neumann has chosen to give special emphasis to five values: Reverence, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship (RISES). Flowing from these values are others which are of particular significance to the university community: hospitality, compassion, care of creation, peace-making, and a commitment to justice. According to the University Vision Statement, Neumann RISES on the values of Reverence, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship and lives the actions these values inspire. In “living the actions these values inspire,” we seek to promote and integrate Catholic Social Teachings. In the spirit of Francis of Assisi we are invited to Preach the Gospel always and, if necessary, use words.

The views expressed in presentations made at ASACCU meetings or other ASACCU events held on Neumann University campus are those of the speaker and not necessarily Neumann University. Presentations at Neumann University campus, or the presence of vendors at ASACCU events on Neumann University campus, does not constitute an endorsement of the vendor or speaker’s views, products or services.

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Conference Schedule

TUESDAY, JULY 18 2:00 PM Pre-Conference Gathering for First-Time Attendees Divine Hospitality Suite, Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development 3:00 PM Tour of Our Lady of Angels Convent Meet at Neumann Circle 4:00 PM Opening Mass Our Lady of Angels Convent Chapel

5:30 PM Opening Reception Bayada Atrium, Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development 6:30 PM Opening Banquet

Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center 9:00 PM Evening Hospitality Student Multipurpose Hall, John J. Mullen Communications Center

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19 7:30 – 9:00 AM Breakfast

Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center

1:00 – 2:00 PM Concurrent Sessions

Bachmann Main Building

8:00 AM

2:15 – 3:00 PM Functional Area Roundtables

Bachmann Main Building

Mass Sacred Heart Chapel, Bachmann Main Building

9:00 AM Opening Keynote – Sister Mary Scullion, RSM Meagher Theatre, Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center 10:15 AM

Coffee Break Bachmann Main Building Lobby

10:45 AM

Concurrent Sessions Bachmann Main Building

11:45 AM

Lunch Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center

3:00 PM

Snack Break Bachmann Main Building Lobby

3:30 PM

Concurrent Session Bachmann Main Building

Dinner on Your Own/Off-Campus Hospitality 5:00 PM Philly Phun Loop Bus Outside LLC2 5:30 PM Dining Under the Stars Shuttle Every half hour, Outside LLC2

THURSDAY, JULY 20 7:30 – 9:00 AM Breakfast

Thomas A. Bruder Jr. Life Center 9:00 AM Plenary Address Tom Burgoyne and Matt Fullmer Arena, Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development 10:00 AM Coffee Break Bayada Atrium, Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development 10:30 AM Plenary Roundtables Arena, Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development 11:15 AM Book Signing Bayada Atrium, Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development

11:30 AM – Association Meeting with 1:00 PM Awards Luncheon Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center 1:30 PM

Concurrent Sessions Bachmann Main Building

2:30 PM

Snack Break Bachmann Main Building Lobby

3:00 PM Closing Keynote – Fr. Daniel P. Horan, OFM Meagher Theatre, Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center 5:00 PM

6:30 PM ASACCU 2017 Philly After Party Mirenda Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development

FRIDAY, JULY 21 6:00 – 10:00 AM Continental Breakfast and Check-Out

Ground Floor Lobby, Living and Learning Center 2

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Closing Mass Our Lady of Angels Convent

Sister Mary Scullion, RSM Executive Director and President, Project HOME Sister Mary Scullion has been involved in service work and advocacy for homeless and mentally ill persons since 1978. She was a co-founder, in 1985, of Woman of Hope, which provides permanent residential and support services for homeless, mentally ill women. In 1988, she founded the first Outreach Coordination Center in the nation, an innovative program coordinating private and public agencies doing outreach to chronically homeless persons living on the street.

In 1989, Sister Mary and Joan Dawson McConnon co-founded Project HOME, a nationally recognized organization that provides supportive housing, employment, education and health care to enable chronically homeless and low-income persons to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Under their leadership, Project HOME has grown from an emergency winter shelter to over 700 units of housing and three businesses that provide employment to formerly homeless persons. Project HOME also prevents homelessness in a low-income neighborhood in North Philadelphia. This initiative includes economic development, homeownership for the working poor, and the Honickman Learning Center and Comcast Technology Labs – a 38,000 square foot, state-of-the-art technology center that offers comprehensive educational and occupational programming.

Keynote Presentations

Keynote Presentations

In 2015 Project HOME opened the Stephen Klein Wellness Center. The Stephen Klein Wellness Center is a model for integrated health care including primary care, behavioral health, dental, a YMCA, pharmacy and wellness services. It serves those that are homeless and is located in the second poorest zip code in Philadelphia.

Sister Mary is also a powerful voice on political issues affecting homelessness and mentally ill persons. Her advocacy efforts resulted in the right of homeless persons to vote as well as a landmark federal court decision that affects the fair housing rights of persons with disabilities.

Sister Mary has received numerous honorary doctorates for her leadership in the City of Philadelphia. She was named 2011 Citizen of the Year by the Philadelphia Inquirer and selected by Time Magazine as one of the “World’s Most Influential People in 2009.” In addition, Sister Mary and Joan Dawson McConnon received the Laetare Medal from the University of Notre Dame in 2011. She was awarded the Eisenhower Fellowship in 2002 as well as the Distinguished Alumnus Eisenhower Award in 2010.

Sister Mary serves on the Board of Trustees of St. Joseph’s University; the Board of the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation and Chaired the Hunger and Homelessness Committee for Pope Francis’s visit to Philadelphia in 2015.

For a complete bio please visit www.neumann.edu/ASACCU2017/keynote.asp

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Plenary Speakers/Keynote Presentation

Daniel P. Horan, OFM Daniel P. Horan, OFM, is a Franciscan friar of Holy Name Province (NY), visiting assistant professor of systematic theology at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, and the author of several books including the award-winning The Franciscan Heart of Thomas Merton: A New Look at the Spiritual Influence on his Life, Thought, and Writing (2014). His latest book is titled, God Is Not Fair and Other Reasons for Gratitude (2016).

He is the author of more than 120 popular and scholarly articles; is a frequent lecturer and retreat director around the United States, Canada, and Europe; and has previously taught at Siena College, St. Bonaventure University, and in the School of Theology and Ministry of Boston College. Fr. Dan currently serves on the Board of Directors of the International Thomas Merton Society and previously served as the Catholic Chaplain at Babson College in Wellesley, Mass. and as a columnist for America magazine. He received his PhD in theology from Boston College, MDiv and MA from the Washington Theological Union (DC), and a BA (Honors) from St. Bonaventure University. In addition to several other recognitions, he was awarded an honorary doctorate by Felician University (New Jersey) in 2015. For more information, visit www.DanHoran.com

Tom Burgoyne A certifiable Philadelphia sports nut, Tom has been dressing up in costume and making people laugh since his high school days as the Hawk at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia, PA. He started his life as the Phillie Phanatic in 1989 as the back-up to the original Phanatic, Dave Raymond, and took over as the game day Phanatic in 1994. Tom not only appears as the Phanatic at all Phillies home games, but has traveled around the country and around the world bringing the Phanatic’s special brand of humor to fans everywhere.

Tom’s new book, Pheel the Love! ™ — How the Most Powerful Force in the Universe Builds Great Companies, shows how leaders can use Phanatic-style loving principles to generate customer and employee loyalty. Tom has coauthored two other books about Phillies baseball — More Than Beards, Bellies and Biceps – The Story of the 1993 Philadelphia Phillies (and the Phillie Phanatic, Too) and Movin’ On Up and has written fifteen children’s books about Philadelphia’s “phavorite” mascot.

Now in his 29th season as the Phillie Phanatic, Tom has become an energetic and inspiring public speaker and encourages people of all walks of life to reach for the stars and Pheel the Love!

Matt Fullmer With a Masters in Educational Leadership and an MBA-on- the-way, Matt is without a doubt a scholar, but it’s his contributions in Campus Ministry that Matt is most well-known.

Inspired by the Jesuit teachings, Matt has worked at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, PA for the past 12 years, counseling thousands of students. Most notably, Matt directs the wildly popular Appalachian Experience Spring Break service immersion program — an outreach program that positively impact hundreds of families in the under-served Appalachian region. Each year 500 students, faculty, and alumni travel to 17 different locations to make a difference and to learn about the culture and concerns of the people in this area.

Matt also collaborates with Tom Burgoyne and Evan Marcus, co-authors of the ground-breaking business book, Pheel the Love! ™ to help them share their message of love in sports, life and business.

As a Dad of four young kids, Matt can’t be found in one place too long, but if you need to reach him, try 610-937-3155 or matt.fullmer@gmail.com

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Diversity Workshop in the Classroom & Diversity Education Peer Advisor Program (Diversity and Inclusion) Christa Grant, Director of the Damietta Cross-Cultural Center, Siena College Br. George Camacho, Assistant Director of the Damietta Cross-Cultural Center, Siena College Going on its 6th year, the Damietta Cross-Cultural Center has been providing diversity workshops in the classrooms for faculty members and their students since 2011. The main goal of these workshops is to enhance the curriculum for academic courses and to help students become more cross-culturally competent in order to build an inclusive community that is just, peaceable and humane.

The diversity workshops were designed to prepare students to gain a better understanding of themselves and others through the multicultural lens. Based on a peer to peer model, the diversity workshops are facilitated by Solidarity Advisors, a non-paid student leadership position, through which students are trained to facilitate diversity training for their peers and the Siena community. By attending this session, participants will receive an overview of this program and learn the necessary steps to apply on their respective campuses.

Principle: 1 |

Room: Bachmann 228

Trends in Catholic Higher Education Dr. Rebecca A. Sawyer, Vice President, Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities The one million students attending a Catholic college or university come from different backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, faith traditions, socio-economic status, and ability. This session will discuss the diversity of Catholic higher education on a national level and explore the implications of shifting demographics for individual institutions. National data will highlight how Catholic higher education compares to other higher education sectors and will lead to a discussion on where we are excelling and where we need to focus our attention in the future.

Principles: 1, 6, 7 | Room: Bachmann 318

Concurrent Sessions & Roundtables

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 10:45 AM – CONCURRENT SESSION, BLOCK ONE

Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Students Maria Sotomayor-Giacomucci, Civic Engagement Coordinator, PICC In the wake of the recent presidential election — fueled by anti-immigrant rhetoric — immigrant communities have been experiencing an increase in anxiety, fear, and uncertainty. Given that the current administration’s immigration enforcement policies are not yet clear, the resulting uncertainty has overwhelmed communities. During this workshop you will gain an understanding of issues facing immigrant and refugee students today. You will learn about the immigration process in the United States through the experiences of immigrants — ­ documented and undocumented, refugee students and their families. We will also discuss the different ways that college campuses can serve as a space where all students feel safe and welcomed, regardless of their race, religion, nationality, sexuality, gender, or immigration status.

Principle: 1 | Room: Bachmann 230

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Concurrent Sessions & Roundtables

Developing Global Citizens: Our Future Depends on It! Elise Gower, Loyola University Maryland Danielle Roberts, Catholic Relief Services Are we developing students simply to be leaders on campus or to be lifelong leaders and global citizens? Staff from Catholic Relief Services and Loyola University Maryland will facilitate dialogue and reflection to identify opportunities for student affairs staff to form students beyond the college experience, as members of an increasingly connected world. Partnerships between CRS and universities across the country provide opportunities for leadership development, advocacy on current issues, and participation in national and international networks to direct students’ compasses toward global solidarity and justice. Join us to explore ways of engaging students in working towards a future that gives life to Catholic Social Teaching.

Principles: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8

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Room: Bachmann 229

Living Our Vocation as Role Models of Compassion Ricky Bevington, Residence Director, Stonehill College In a world that desperately needs bold love and understanding, are we as student affairs professionals doing enough to role model compassion for our students? While many professionals aspire to be compassionate, few take the steps necessary to transform their practice into one that radiates the deep care we hope our students take into the world.

This session will argue for the importance of providing professional development in the art of compassion and will discuss strategies for designing and implementing this type of training. Through considering themes such as trust, immersion, and sacrifice, participants will be able to articulate appropriate next steps for their unique staffs as we all work together to guide our students to become a loving presence in our world.

Principle: 5

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Room: Bachmann 246

Community Means Everyone: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students at Catholic Institutions Laura Gentner, Coordinator of LGBTQ+ Support Services, University of Dayton Bill Fischer, JD, Vice President for Student Development, University of Dayton Christine Schramm, Associate Vice President and Dean of Students, University of Dayton Care for the whole student is the hallmark of Catholic higher education. LGBTQ+ identifying students at any institution must daily navigate climates that range from dismissive to hostile toward their identities and experiences.

This can significantly impede students’ ability to succeed academically and to engage meaningfully with their educational community. Catholic institutions have unique opportunities, through our values and principles, to support LGBTQ+ students, and to connect them with the resources and services that will help this marginalized population persist, thus gaining equal access to the benefits of higher education. This session will outline how one Catholic university developed a program for LGBTQ+ support that is rooted in its Catholic and Marianist values and teachings. The session will include examples of structures, services, education, programming, and training, and will close with time devoted to questions for student development administrators who have been part of the development of LGBTQ+ support services.

Principles: 1, 2, 4, 7

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Room: Bachmann 331

Student Life in Catholic Higher Education: An Amuse Bouche Dr. Sandra Estanek, Faculty, Canisius College Kathy Byrnes, JD, Associate Vice President for Student Life, Villanova University Kristine Goodwin, Vice President for Student Affairs, Providence College Dr. Lisa Kirkpatrick, Vice President for Student Affairs, St. Edward’s University Student Life in Catholic Higher Education: Advancing Good Practice is a new comprehensive resource for student affairs professionals at Catholic Colleges and Universities. The book is organized around the Principles of Good Practice for Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities and covers many topics. An amuse bouche is a “little taste” of the range of topics covered in the new book. Each of the presenters is the author of one of the chapters. Each will briefly discuss the topic of her chapter, including working with diverse students and understanding our work within the context of Catholic hospitality. Also, a general overview of the many topics covered in the book will be discussed.

Principles: 1, 5, 6

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Room: Bachmann 315

Benedictine Leadership Studies Program Mary Collins, Vice President for Student Affairs, Saint Vincent College Mark Abramovic, Faculty, Saint Vincent College The Benedictine Leadership Studies Program began in 2012 when Saint Vincent College Vice President for Student Affairs Mary Collins and Dean of Students Bob Baum were approached by a Business Administration Faculty Member Mark Abramovic. Mark had a vision for a leadership program based on the college’s Catholic, Benedictine heritage, including The Rule of Saint Benedict. Mark, Mary, and Bob worked together to build the program, along with the support of some of Saint Vincent’s Benedictine monks and other professors and administrators. In this session, learn how, with little funding but lots of prayer and hope, this program was established and centered on knowledge, action, and personal awareness.

Principle: 5

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Concurrent Sessions & Roundtables

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 1:00 PM – CONCURRENT SESSION BLOCK TWO

Room: Bachmann 328

atholicism 101: Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Catholicism but C Were Afraid to Ask Fr. Dennis Tamburello, OFM, Faculty, Siena College An introduction to the basic teachings and practices of Catholicism, including the meaning of faith, the Catholic approach to Sacred Scripture, major Catholic doctrines, the essentially communal nature of Catholicism, the centrality of the sacraments, and the basic principles of Catholic social teaching. The session will focus on questions raised by the participants.

Principles: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6

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Room: Bachmann 250

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Concurrent Sessions & Roundtables

Mission Integration: A Compass for Our Communities Dr. Tim Gossen, Vice President for Mission, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Colleen Dunne, Director of Campus Ministry, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota seeks to engage faculty, staff, and students in intentional opportunities for mission, education, and formation. These mission-integration opportunities provide a systemic foundation for how our mission is transmitted and lived on our campus through the residential, spiritual, and academic experience.

In addition, our programming provides guidance for co-curricular learning and student life engagement and assessment. As a Lasallian Catholic school, our mission “awakens, nurtures, and empowers learners to ethical lives of service and leadership,” through collaborative formation programs with other Lasallian institutions and mission programs hosted on our campus. Attendees will learn how a comprehensive approach to mission touches every corner of our campus and keeps us all moving forward together. Attendees will also gain ideas for mission programming in their own communities.

Principles: 1, 3, 5, 6

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Room: Bachmann 317

Pave their Path! Creating Intentional Moments for our Students Alexandria Maurizzio, Assistant Director of Residence Life for Programming, Neumann University In the spirit of Catholic education, student engagement, and applying theory to practice, this interactive session will discuss ways to create intentional moments on campus while keeping your institution’s mission and values at the heart of your student interactions. Taking a closer look at ASACCU’s Seven Principles of Good Practice for Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities, this session will focus on ways to incorporate the principles into your daily practices and moments with your students.

Principles, 1, 2, 3, 4 5, 6, 7, 8

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Room: Bachmann 318

Leveraging Students as a Part of Your Sexual Violence Prevention Efforts Kelly Golden, Assistant Dean of Students, Regis College Bridget Buoniconti, Director of Residence Life, Regis College This comprehensive program articulates a close connection between Regis’ Student Peer Bystander Group “PrideStanders” and the institution-wide effort in support of educational efforts required under Title IX and VAWA. The program thoughtfully connects these efforts with the institution’s Catholic mission of “service to the Dear Neighbor” and frames student involvement with a social justice lens.

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Senior Student Affairs/Senior Mission Officers Room: Bachmann 317

Health/Wellness/Counseling Room: Bachmann 322

Housing and Residence Life Room: Bachmann 315

Student Success/Student Transition/ Student Retention Room: Bachmann 335

Campus Ministry Room: Ministry Center, Bachmann 137 Service Learning Room: Bachmann 334

Athletics and Campus Recreation Room: Bachmann 233 Academic Affairs/Faculty Room: Bachmann 229

Student Life & Engagement Room: Bachmann 327

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 3:30 PM – CONCURRENT SESSION BLOCK THREE Your First Villanova Birthday!

Kristy Sillay, Assistant Director of Health Promotion, Villanova University Looking for new and innovative ways to reach the freshman on your campus? Come celebrate YOUR First Villanova Birthday with us! Our birthday program has helped us reach over 400 freshman students on our campus. This informal outreach initiative is an easy program that any campus can implement. Through this program, peer educators use motivational interviewing strategies to educate new students on several topics such as protective drinking strategies, alternative ways to celebrate — such as weekly campus events and activities, campus resources, and more! We have adapted this program to reach our commuter and off-campus students as well as those who have birthdays over the holidays and breaks. If you are looking for a fun and easy way to reach your first-year students, come celebrate “Your First Villanova Birthday” with us!

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 2:15 PM – FUNCTIONAL AREA ROUNDTABLES

Room: Bachmann 230

Student Veterans’ Academic Pilgrimage: Supporting their Journey and Providing Direction Dr. Paula Scraba, OSF, Faculty & Minister in Residence, St. Bonaventure University Dr. Barb Trolley, Faculty, St. Bonaventure University Rick Trietley, Vice President for Student Affairs, St. Bonaventure University Michael Leonard, Director Military Aligned Students Program, St. Bonaventure University Greg Masiello, Coordinator Veteran Pilgrimage Program, Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs Statistics suggest that, since 2001, more than 5 million veterans have used their education benefits through the Post9/11 and Montgomery GI Bills, and that 325,000 active duty service members enrolled in postsecondary courses in 2011. These student veterans entering college often face numerous transitions such as re-integration into family life, social circles, and the community at large, often experiencing multiple deployments. They are also typically older than the average college student, have families and financial pressures, and are confronting physical, emotional, and moral injuries. It is essential that these students are recognized for their strengths, supported in their academic study and psycho-social needs. At the core of Catholic Franciscan Education, St. Bonaventure University’s mission is to provide students with an opportunity to explore their own spiritual development and meaning of life, and engage in activities to promote the common good all in a global society.

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Faithful Catholic Accompaniment of LGBTQ+ Students Kristine Goodwin, Vice President for Student Affairs, Providence College Dr. Dana Dillon, Faculty, Providence College Navigating between fully supporting LGBTQ+ students and being faithful to Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality is complicated and can be challenging at times. The divisions and awkward silences around this issue place further burdens on students trying to navigate issues of sexual orientation and/or gender identity while also trying to find their place on our Catholic campuses. This session will explore the ways that attention to the full range of Catholic teachings invites us to the accompaniment and support of ALL students. These teachings include not only those on sexual morality, but also the Gospel call to solidarity, inclusion, and accompaniment, and are echoed by Pope Francis’ call for a “culture of encounter” and a Church that “goes to the margins.” The speakers will address ways that cross-campus partnerships can help student affairs professionals support students more effectively.

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Modeling the Way: Encouraging Spiritual Formation with Professionals Fr. Peter Walsh, CSC, Director of Campus Ministry, St. Edward’s University Dr. Lisa Kirkpatrick, Vice President for Student Affairs, St. Edward’s University Dr. James Puglisi, Associate Director of Campus Ministry, St. Edward’s University Marie-Louise Bridgeman, Assistant Director of Residence Life, St. Edward’s University Andy Lemons, Director of Campus Recreation, St. Edward’s University As student affairs practitioners, it can be easy to encourage spiritual development and self-care in our students while ignoring those same attributes in ourselves and our staffs. This session will provide details on a program designed at St. Edward’s University to foster staff spiritual formation and self-care. By living these principles ourselves, staff learn the value of faith formation, self-care, wellness, and are better positioned to articulate these values to students in their daily work.

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Navigating a Hook-Up Culture and Guiding Students Elizabeth Small, Small Steps Working in campus ministry requires professionals to acknowledge the mixed signals students receive about sex, relationships, and faith. The current hook-up culture requires our campus ministry professionals to address this trend while also promoting the values of the Catholic faith. This lecture will discuss studies from Donna Freitas’ book, Sex and the Soul, current statistics from college campus on sexual behaviors and experiences, and passages from spiritual writers and scripture that can assist professionals at religious institutions in these conversations.

There will be a special focus on how we can assist students in their journey to be authentic individuals who make decisions that are cohesive with the Catholic faith.

Principles: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

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Julianne Wallace, Director of Campus Ministry, Alvernia University Dr. Beth Roth, Dean of the College of the Arts and Sciences, Alvernia University As educational travel programs become more accessible to students, it is important to ensure learning opportunities that are meaningful, mission-centered, and reflective of the Principles of Good Practice for Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities. This session presents a model for growing international programs that is founded in mission, led by staff and faculty, and connected to local contexts so that learning is sustained.

In particular, we will discuss an established program in which we partner with Alvernia’s founding order, the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters, in the Dominican Republic. Then we will discuss our new venture with the Sisters’ mission in Brazil. Lastly, we will share how we integrate global learning into our campus culture and local community. This “glocal” consideration allows our learning community to appreciate the diverse and vibrant cultural connections close to home and around the world.

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The Occasional Nightmare Dr. Maryellen Gilory, Vice President for Student Affairs, Siena College John Felio, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, Siena College Sometimes our “Journey for the Dream” involves the occasional nightmare causing us to question, why are we doing this and/or why did we do that? This session will focus on those difficult, funny, disturbing, and challenging situations with students, parents, colleagues, supervisors, that truly test our commitment to ground policies, practices, and decisions in the teaching and living tradition of the Church. Program attendees will be asked to share their stories.

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Living Mission in a “Glocal” Context

THURSDAY, JULY 20, 1:30 PM – CONCURRENT SESSION BLOCK FOUR Navigating the Journey to Welcome Transgender Students Fr. Doug Mullin, OSB, Vice President for Student Development, Saint John’s University Mary Geller, Vice President for Student Development, College of Saint Benedict How might two single sex, Catholic, Benedictine, residential, liberal arts colleges collaboratively navigate the deep and powerful waters of their respective institutional traditions and identities through the turbulent crosscurrents that flow out of evolving understandings of gender identity in order to develop and implement policies regarding transgender students? The College of Saint Benedict (for women) and Saint John’s University (for men) together identified this as one of six gender-related institutional research projects of their Open Pathways Quality Initiative as they seek reaccreditation through the Higher Learning Commission. The vice presidents for student development of CSB and SJU will share stories of their journey toward developing, getting board approval, and now implementing these policies intended to guide the education of transgender students in ways consistent with the Catholic and Benedictine character as well as the single-sex mission of the two institutions.

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Character Development & the Hall Security Assistant Program Amy Love, Community Director, The Catholic University of America Mat Maddatu, Community Director, The Catholic University of America The Hall Security Assistant (HSA) Program at The Catholic University of America (CUA) started in 2003 and has since expanded within the Office of Residence Life into a prominent program. While working at a desk in the entrance of a residence hall, HSAs create a welcoming environment, maintain safety of students and guests, collaborate with Resident Assistants, and hold students accountable for University and Residence Life policies. The unique opportunity the program offers for students is a peer supervision and accountability through the context of residence hall safety. Through training and practice, HSA’s focus on collaboration, crisis response, and ethical decision making. The purpose of this presentation is twofold: to share the model of peer mentorship related to residence hall safety developed at CUA and to give attendees the opportunity to brainstorm applications of this program within their university campus.

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“ Listen with the ear of your heart”: Integrating Benedictine Spirituality and Interfaith Dialogue in Religious Identity Dr. John Hopkins, Associate Dean of Students/Director of Service & Diversity, Saint Martin’s University Angela Carlin, Director of Campus Ministry, Saint Martin’s University The exploration of faith plays a central role in the development of college students at faith-based institutions.

Listening to others is essential in this exploration to “listen with the ear of your heart” within a Benedictine context and a hallmark of community living. The Benedictine value of listening informs the meaning and practice of interfaith dialogue at Saint Martin’s University. In this presentation, we share the challenges and successes of implementing interfaith dialogue in a small, Benedictine Catholic university. Using the Benedictine value of listening and interfaith research, we propose a model of interfaith engagement that can guide college campuses in helping students explore religious identity and social issues. This presentation will help participants gain a better understanding of the meaning and practice of interfaith on their campus. It will also engage participants in activities that will help them develop the basic skills to lead students in interfaith dialogue.

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Room: Bachmann 230

Politics Beyond Elections Dr. Ammad Sheikh, Director of the Career Center, Notre Dame of Maryland University Understand the challenges of conservative students and how to be supportive. Campuses around the United States saw a rise in complaints from Conservative and Republican students. This program will unfold and discuss some of the challenges and possible recommendations.

Principles: 1, 3, 5, 6

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Room: Bachmann 229

Stacey Andes, Director of Health Promotion, Villanova University Paul Pugh, Dean of Students, Villanova University In 2012, the President of Villanova University commissioned a year-long study to critically examine the University’s efforts to prevent alcohol abuse and promote healthy behaviors among undergraduate students. Through the lens of more than 40 members of the community, this cross-campus approach examined high-risk drinking around four thematic areas: student health, training and education, policy and enforcement, and the campus culture.

The culminating document, “Report on the State of Alcohol at Villanova,” was approved in 2013. This report described the current stage of alcohol use and abuse, proposed strategies to reduce high-risk alcohol use and to promote healthy behaviors among students, and charted a five-year plan marked by intentional assessment and measurement of goal achievement. Following a year-long presentation campaign to key University constituencies, an implementation team was formed. This year marks the fourth year of the five-year plan.

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Room: Bachmann 315

We’re All In: Creating a Collaborative Culture of Learning Communities on Campus Richie Gebauer, Director First-Year Experience, Cabrini University A Learning Community (LC) program cannot occur independently on a college campus but instead must happen collaboratively, with a high level of involvement from faculty and staff across campus. Bridging that gap between student engagement, academic affairs, and enrollment management in an effort to collectively work together to offer a seamless LC Program is essential to ensuring student success and exciting students to engage in the journey to dream.

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Room: Bachmann 328

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o Dream the Impossible Dream: Leveraging Senior-Level Support for Alcohol T Abuse Prevention and Health Promotion

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Helpful Information

Welcome to ASACCU 2017 Here’s some information to help you navigate Neumann University!

HOSPITALITY LOUNGE We have set up a hospitality lounge in Living and Learning Center 2 on the Second floor common area and kitchen.

We hope to provide you with all your snacking and caffeine needs! You will also find some common travel items.

If you need anything else, feel free to alert any member of the ASACCU 2017 Team!

FORGOT SOMETHING? Check the Hospitality Lounge and if your missing item is not available there, you can find convenience items at our Campus Bookstore, located on the ground floor of the Bachmann Main Building, open 8:30 am-5 pm. The nearest pharmacy is Walgreens (3620 Concord Rd, Aston, PA 19014, 610-485-8102). The nearest supermarket is Giant Food Stores (3400 Concord Rd, Aston, PA 19014, 610-497-5375).

LAUNDRY Laundry is free in each building and we have left detergent and dryer sheets in each laundry room. There is an iron and ironing board available for your use in the laundry rooms. The laundry rooms are located in the lobbies of Living and Learning Center 2 and 3.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION Should you need to call 911 for an emergency, please inform them of both of the buildings name and street address.

You are staying at 519 Convent Road in Living and Learning Center 2 and 3.

For non-emergency situations, help is available around the clock through Campus Safety, located in the Rocco Abessinio Building, Room 101. Phone: 610-558-5555. Campus Safety is able to assist with mobility needs as well.

Give them a call, and they can take you to your next stop.

NEED TO CONNECT? WiFi access is available in all buildings on campus. Connect to any of the “NUStudents” networks. If you need assistance, the Help Desk is located on the ground level of the Bachmann Main Building in the Open Lab of the Computer Center. The phone number is 610-558-5620.

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2018 ASACCU Conference

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Visioning Contemporary Catholic Higher Education: Preparing Changemakers to Confront Today's Urgent Challenges

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July 17-20, 2018

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