NACADA Leadership Program Participant Information

NOTE: The NACADA Leadership Program is currently being reviewed and changes are being discussed for revamping this program. Once a new leadership program has been developed and is ready for implementation, this web page will be updated and the link to the participant form reactivated. Thank you for your interest in this program.

Expectations:

1. Communicate interest in the program via completion of an application.
2. Maintain contact with assigned Leader on issues of concern.
3. Participate in Leadership Program events at the regional and national conferences.
4. Consider leadership positions within the organization.
5. Participate in the program for up to two years.

Participant Online Application Form (currently not available)

Participant applications can be submitted electronically from the site above or copied from the site and faxed to the NACADA Executive Office at 785-532-7732, or mailed to NACADA, 2323 Anderson Ave., Ste. 225, Manhattan, KS   66502.

Networking Opportunities:

• E-mail lists have been established for leaders and program participants to discuss current Association issues and provide a history of past discussions.  
• An orientation session during the national conference will provide an opportunity for networking and a face-to-face meeting of leaders and program participants. 
• Regional conferences will be encouraged to provide a networking opportunity for program participants.

Volunteer Opportunities—

Commissions and Interest Groups: Volunteer opportunities may be available within the individual Commissions and Interest Groups (IGs) to which you belong. The Chairs of these units often need members to assist with activities and tasks, such as representation at regional and state meetings, web page development and maintenance, newsletter writing, research, writing articles for NACADA publications, assisting with the Commission and Interest Group Fair at national conference, reviewing conference proposals, and serving on special committees. To volunteer, contact the Chair of those Commissions or Interest Groups to which you belong.

Regional Conferences: Volunteer opportunities that may be available with the regional conferences include collating registration materials, distributing and collecting evaluations, moderating sessions, and assisting with registration. To inquire about volunteer opportunities at your regional conference, please contact the Regional Conference Chair for your region.

Regions: Volunteer opportunities may also be available within your region, which may include newsletter writing, assisting with state drive-in meetings, web page development and maintenance, and serving on special committees. To inquire about and volunteer for these opportunities, contact your Region Chair.