Agenda

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April 9th

6:00pm-8:00pm

Pre-Conference Social

Killian’s Restaurant

April 10th

7:30am-8:30am

Conference Registration & Silent Auction Drop Off

Jacket Legacy Room 202

 

8:30am-9:30am

Welcome

Carissa Deming – SD ASPIRE President

Keynote

Dr. Jane Klug – Leading With Passion Purpose & Joy

Jacket Legacy Room 202

 

9:45am-10:45am

Break-Out Sessions

 

11:00am-12:15pm

TRIO Achiever’s Luncheon

The Joy Center

 

12:15pm-12:45pm

BHSU Campus Tour

The Joy Center

 

1:00pm-2:00pm

Break-Out Sessions

 

2:00pm-3:00pm

Social: Coffee/Snack Break

BHSU TRIO SSS Space – Woodburn Hall office #107

 

3:15pm-4:15pm

Large Group Session

Stephanie Iverson – Stress Management

Jacket Legacy Room 202

 

4:15pm-5:15pm

State Meetings

SD Room: Lookout Mountain

ND Room: JLR SU 202

 

7:00pm-8:30pm

5K Fun Walk

NHSU Donald E. Young Circle Center

April 11th

7:00am-8:15am

Breakfast

The Hive at BHSU Student Union

 

8:15am-9:00am

Large Group Session

Dr. Nic Van Cley – Engaging With Games

 

9:00am-9:45am

Break-Out Sessions

 

10:00am-11:30am

DOE/COE/ASPIRE Updates & Conference Closing

Jacket Legacy Room 202

 

11:30am-11:45am

Break/Silent Auction Closes

 

11:45am-12:15pm

State Meetings (if needed)

SD Room: Lookout Mountain

ND Room: JLR SU 202

About us

“Welcome to the ND/SD 2024 ASPIRE TRIO Conference, where inspiration meets action. Aspire TRIO is more than just an event; it’s a catalyst for growth, empowerment, and transformation. With a focus on advancing educational equity and supporting underrepresented students, our conference brings together TRIO professionals from across North and South Dakota to share knowledge, build networks, and drive positive change. Join us as we unite in our commitment to student success, celebrate diversity, and chart a course towards a brighter future. Together, let’s aspire to elevate lives, empower communities, and shape tomorrow’s leaders.”