The can't miss moments are the amazing educational opportunities that are provided each day. Now, this means there are a lot of can't miss moments, but really, the programming at the AM is always very good.
Here are some tips on getting the most out of your educational program attendance:
1. Be intentional. About what topics are you most in need of education? Come to the AM with this list in mind. Then, review the list of educational programs and aim to attend one program about each topic.
2. Come early. Presenters work hard to put the program together and some will be more crowded then others. Out of courtesy to the presenters and in the hopes to get the best seat, come early!
3. Participate. Not every program will be highly interactive (and we should all be ok with that!) but when you have the chance, contribute. This may mean responding to questions, asking questions or simply asking your neighbor what she/he thinks about the topic at hand.
4. Take notes. In an effort to be more sustainable, many presenters will not bring copies. That's ok because copies promote passive learning anyway. Commit to taking notes for each program and then review them once you get back home. List all of the programs you attend and then write down the ONE thing that you took from each that can inform your practice. This will make your learning intentional!
There is so much to do at the AM; however we're there to advance our skills relative to supporting fraternity and sorority communities in student affairs. Attending educational programs and doing so with intention is the most important thing you can do at the AM.
This year we have more than 130 educational programs coming to Denver. Be sure to be on the look out for the Program Book, scheduled to make its debut on the AFA website about the 24th of November, and begin to chart your personal learning experience for the Annual Meeting.
Have your own "can't miss" moment? Log onto the AFA Facebook Group page and share your own "can't miss moment" on the Discussion Board. The Annual Meeting Planning Team wants to hear from you.
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