July 19, 2024
EXTENDED Program proposal submission deadline
August 23, 2024
Early registration deadline
October 4, 2024
Regular registration deadline
October 18, 2024
Hotel block deadline for guaranteed rate
November 1, 2024
Late registration deadline
NASPA Western Regional Conference: Navigating New Horizons and Strengthening Communities with Heart, Healing & Intention
Regional Annual Conferences Community Region V Region VI AVP or "Number Two" Graduate Mid-Level New Professional Senior Level Undergraduate VP for Student Affairs
November 9 - November 12, 2024 San Diego, CA
Presented By
Welcome to the 2024 Western Regional Conference
Dear NASPA Western Regional Conference Attendees,
We are thrilled to welcome you to this year's conference in San Diego, CA, on behalf of the NASPA Western Regional Conference Committee. As we gather this year, we recognize the various issues affecting our institutions - from geopolitical conflict abroad to domestic elections and everything in between. While there is understandable apprehension about an uncertain future and shifting horizons our students may face, I am confident in the resiliency of our colleagues and the student affairs profession to navigate them successfully as we have always done.
Our time together will be a chance to be in community, create space to celebrate achievements, and strengthen connections to further our work supporting and transforming students. We hope this conference provides the ideal environment for your heart, for your healing, and the creation of joyful intention.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Floyd Lai
NASPA WRC 2024 Conference Chair
Associate Dean of Students
University of California-Irvine
Call for Programs
The theme of this year’s conference is “Navigating New Horizons and Strengthening Communities with Heart, Healing & Intention”. Vital to our work as student affairs professionals, we navigate different spaces while looking for solutions in various institutional horizons. We are intentional with our efforts to enhance the lives of students and move post-secondary educational goals forward; while also navigating our own communities and lead with Heart and Intention. In San Diego, these navigational nuances can be challenging and we hope we are able to come together and heal as a community of Student Affairs Professionals. We are especially interested in program submissions that provide opportunities for professionals to connect, converse, dismantle barriers to equity, develop new skills, honor our authentic selves, and be invigorated by our work.
For questions or updates, please contact Dr. Renzo Lara or Dr. Kenny Lopez at naspawrc@naspa.org.
The deadline for program submission is EXTENDED until July 19, 2024 at 11:59pm Hawaii Standard Time (HST)
Registration Rates
While we are closed for registration for a brief period, we will be accepting on-site registation at the Late Registration Rate.
| Registration Type | Early: 6/17/24 - 8/23/2024 |
Regular: 8/24/24 - 10/4/24 |
Late: 10/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| NASPA Member | $395 | $445 | $495 |
| Non-NASPA Member | $595 | $645 | $695 |
| NASPA Student | $225 | $275 | $325 |
| Non-NASPA Student | $275 | $325 | $375 |
| NASPA Member Retiree | $300 | $350 | $400 |
| Add-ons for Registration | Early: 6/17/24 - 8/23/2024 |
Regular: 8/24/24 - 10/4/24 |
Late: 10/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| NUFP Institute (limited to Fellows) |
$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Graduate Student Institute | $50 | $75 | $100 |
| New Professional Institute | $100 | $125 | $175 |
| Community College Institute | $125 | $150 | $200 |
| Mid-Level Professional Institute | $150 | $175 | $225 |
| Assessment Institute (new) | $150 | $175 | $225 |
| AVP/DOS Institute | $150 | $175 | $225 |
| SSAO Institute | $175 | $200 | $250 |
Registration as a member is based on individual membership status at the time of the event. If your current membership will expire prior to the event, you will have the option to renew at the time of registration to receive the member rate AFTER checkout and BEFORE payment.
If you are not a current member and are employed by a college or university that is an institutional member, you can join as a professional affiliate member for $80. If your institution is NOT a member, you can join as an associate affiliate member for $250. Both membership types provide access to the individual member rate for the event. Please visit the membership section of the NASPA website to learn more about membership types and benefits. We hope you’ll consider joining today!
For a comprehensive listing of NASPA registration policies, please visit this page.
Venue
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
San Diego, CA
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina dazzles guests with spectacular views of the marina or downtown skyline. Experience San Diego with a central location in the heart of the harbor, yet just minutes from San Diego Airport with a free shuttle. Enjoy being near downtown, Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Zoo, and Petco Park, for a fun time in the city. Our newly renovated marina tower shines with coastal hues and modern amenities and our light-filled accommodations have a private balcony with seating. Enjoy picturesque views of the bay or marina in the classic bay tower guest rooms that also boast private balconies with seating. Stop by Quinn’s Alehouse for a refreshing brew or enjoy dining al fresco at Shoreline Cantina. Enjoy our sprawling outdoor pool complex, with ample opportunities to soak in the San Diego sun or large fitness center. Featuring over 130,000 sq ft of venue space accentuated by waterfront views, our San Diego Harbor Hotel is an inspired choice for weddings and meetings.
Hotel Block Information
Hotel Block Reservations are officially closed! Please look to make other accomodations at nearby hotels.
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
1380 Harbor Island Dr., San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 291-2900
Travel
Hotel Address
1380 Harbor Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 291-2900
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Hotel distance: 0.5 miles
Hotel shuttle service info:
Complimentary airport shuttle service to and from San Diego International Airport; runs daily every 30-40 minutes from 4:45 AM – 12:00 AM. Confirm the next available time with the front desk.
Driving directions from San Diego Airport to the Hotel
Head northwest on Airport Terminal Rd toward Airport Terminal Rd. Continue onto Airport Terminal Rd. Continue straight. Continue onto Harbor Island Dr. Hotel will be on the right
John Wayne Airport - Orange County (SNA)
Hotel distance: 87 miles
Hotel shuttle service Not Available
Approximate cost for Uber/Lyft from SNA to the hotel: ~$200-$300
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hotel distance: 124.0 miles
Hotel shuttle service Not Available
Approximate cost from LAX to the hotel: ~$300-$400
Transportation
Ride Share
Ridesharing, commonly associated with Uber and Lyft, is a convenient option for visitors to get around the destination, no matter where you are in San Diego. It’s as simple as downloading the rideshare app of your choice, inputting some information, and waiting for your ride to show up.
Car Rental
John Wayne Airport (Orange County)
Los Angeles International Airport
Bus Station
Subway Station
Train Station
Old Town Transportation Center
PARKING
Daily self-parking is available for $49
Local Restaurants
Local Restaurants
We are excited to showcase wonderful local food options. Every restaurant in the PDF is hyperlinked with their location on google maps.
Things To Do
Explore San Diego
Visit our Local Colleges and Universities
Local Colleges and Universities
We are excited to showcase some of the wonder institutes in the San Diego area!
Local Restaurants
Local Restaurants
We are excited to showcase wonderful local food options. Every restaurant in the PDF is hyperlinked with their location on google maps.
Visit the San Diego Zoo
Intrustions for discounted tickets (limit is 6 per purchase)
- Visit sdzwa.org
- Select Zoo or Safari Park and click "Tickets."
- Select 1-Day Pass Any Day Ticket for Zoo or Safari Park and click "Save Now."
- Select number of tickets desired and click "Add to Cart."
- Disclaimer: Click and Go Wild code will not work on 2-Visit Pass Upgrade. (Pop-up). Disclaimer: Click and Go Wild code is not eligible for the 2-Visit Pass upgrade purchases.
- In the shopping cart, type in the promotional code into the "Enter Code" field and click "Apply."
San Diego Food and Wine Festival
https://www.sandiegowineclassic.com/
10% off tickets when you use the code: NASPA10
Schedule at a Glance
The schedule is designed to provide attendees interactive and engaging opportunities for deeper discussion and networking. All times are Pacific Standard Time and are subject to change.
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Conference Check-in/Help Desk Open |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Assessment Institute (NEW) |
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
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NUFP Institute |
12:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
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Graduate Student Institute |
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
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New Professionals Institute |
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
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Mid-Level Institute |
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
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AVP/DOS Institute |
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM |
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Community College Professional Institute |
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
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All-Institute Reception |
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM |
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Conference Check-in/Help Desk Open |
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Assessment Institute (NEW) |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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NUFP Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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Graduate Student Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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New Professionals Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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Mid-Level Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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SSAO Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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Community College Professional Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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AVP/DOS Institute |
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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Exhibits Open |
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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NASPA V Regional Advisory Board Meeting |
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM |
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NASPA VI Regional Advisory Board Meeting |
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM |
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Region V & VI KC Reps Meeting |
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
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Newcomers Welcome |
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM |
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Conference Opening |
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
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Opening Reception |
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
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Morning Walk, Service Project, Senior Student Affairs Officers (SSAO) Breakfast |
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM |
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Conference Check-in/Help Desk Open |
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Debrief Room, Wellness Room |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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NASPA Updates/Featured Speakers Session |
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
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Exhibits Open |
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
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Concurrent Sessions #1 |
9:30 AM – 10:10 AM |
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Concurrent Sessions #2 & SA Speaks #1 |
10:30 AM – 11:20 AM |
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Networking Luncheon |
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM |
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Concurrent Sessions #3 |
1:00 PM – 1:50 PM |
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Concurrent Sessions #4 & SA Speaks #2 |
2:00 PM – 2:50 PM |
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Concurrent Sessions #5 |
3:30 PM – 4:20 PM |
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Unconference Session #2 |
3:00 PM – 3:50 PM |
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Region V & VI Business Meetings |
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
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Dinner on Your Own |
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Knowledge Communities & Affinity Group Gatherings |
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
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Campus & Exhibitor Receptions |
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
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Region V & VI Receptions |
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
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Conference Check-in/Help Desk Open |
8:00 AM - 10:50 AM |
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Debrief Room, Wellness Room |
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
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Concurrent Sessions #6 |
9:00 AM – 9:50 AM |
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Concurrent Sessions #7 |
10:00 AM – 10:50 AM |
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Conference Closing Brunch & Closing Keynote |
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
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NASPA WRC 2023 Committee Wrap-Up |
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM |
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NASPA WRC 2024 Committee Meeting |
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM |
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NASPA WRC 2023 & 2024 Transition Meeting |
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM |
Pre-Conferences
The planning committee has select pre-conference sessions that will enrich and enhance your attendee experience and require participants to pre-register for a fee.
Pre-Conference Details
Assessment Institute (NEW)
NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program (NUFP)
The NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program (NUFP) Institute fosters a community for undergraduate fellows interested in working in the field of student affairs/higher education by providing them with mentorship, personal and professional development, navigational skills, knowledge, and tools from professionals in the field.
Graduate Student Institute
The Graduate Student Institute fosters a community of learning and development for graduate students in the field of student affairs/higher education. Participants will get to meet and learn from various professionals in the field. From leading authentically to how to navigate the journey of higher education, the Graduate Student Institute is designed to support and prepare you for your trajectory in student affairs and higher education.
New Professionals Institute
The New Professional experience marks a pivotal and influential phase in our Student Affairs journey. Transitioning lessons and experiences from graduate programs or previous roles into leadership foundations for higher education demands deliberate effort. The New Professionals Institute (NPI) will assist you in developing strategies to confront imposter syndrome, establish healthy boundaries, managing overwhelming moments, and explore diverse career avenues through a comprehensive approach that ensures that you not only thrive in your current role but also pave the way for sustained growth and fulfillment in your career.
Mid-Level Institute
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Leverage intergenerational strength and foster understanding and cooperation among teams.
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Identify strategies to navigate turbulent socio-political and economic challenges in higher education.
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Reflect on personal experiences that may impact leadership effectiveness and develop strategies to navigate these while maintaining professionalism and integrity.
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Cultivate a culture of well-being for yourself and teams through modeling and advocacy.
Community College Institute
As community college professionals, community is where our hearts work and play as we navigate new horizons. The Community College Institute (CCI) is a pre-conference workshop where administrators, staff, and faculty will discuss national, regional, and local higher education trends that impact community colleges. This year's schedule (as voted on by region V and VI community college colleagues) will be focused on current leadership perspectives, emerging research, and local examples of best practices on topics such as basic needs, mental health, civic engagement, and culturally relevant assessment tools. The CCI schedule will also provide ample space to connect, share ideas and network with other community college professionals throughout the region so that we can strengthen our communities with heart, healing, and intention.
Tentative Agenda
Day 1: Saturday, November 9 – 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Welcome and Community Connection Exercise
- Vice President of Student Services Panel
- Q and A
- Local Discussions
- Community College Research Symposium
- Basic Needs
- Mental Health
- Diversity
- Institute Reception
Day 2: Sunday, November 10 – 8:30am to 12:00pm
- Anti-Racism Data Practices: A Framework to Get Started Being an Anti-Racist Data Practitioner Workshop
- Tips for Taking Tools back to our Communities
- Healing Practices
- Intentional Data Usage
- Leading with Heart
Associate Vice Presidents/Dean of Students Institute
Associate Vice Presidents /Deans of Students are key leaders within the higher education landscape. These positions continue to experience added layers of complexity with increased expectations for student success outcomes, evolving campus strategic priorities, increased expectations to identify alternative funding sources, and community and governmental expectations for institutions to operate in defined ways. The AVP/DOS Institute will provide an active learning and networking environment focused on conversations and strategy development around topics that will support participants’ continued success within the role.
Senior Student Affairs Officers (SSAO) Institute
Calling all Senior Student Affairs Officers (SSAO) in Region V and VI! The SSAO institute is an opportunity for Chief Student Affairs Officer/Vice Presidents of Student Affairs to discuss topics and issues relevant to the roles.
WRC 2024 Conference Committee
Sponsorships & Exhibitors
Sponsorships & Exhibitors Details
NASPA Western Regional Conference brings together the best of San Diego, CA with the best of NASPA Regions V and VI!
NASPA 2024 Western Regional Conference (WRC) in the beautiful coastal city of San Diego, CA, November 9-12 (Pre-Conferences: 11/9-11/10; Conference: 11/10-11/12). The NASPA WRC will bring together at least 700 student affairs educators for in person shared learning experiences, networking, and future planning.
Here is where you come in!
As we look toward the 2024 WRC, we invite YOU to be a key part of the conference by sharing your organization’s story, expanding your network/contacts, and engaging and building relationships with a broad range of decision makers and influencers on campuses throughout NASPA Region V (Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington) and NASPA Region VI (Aotearoa/New Zealand, Arizona, Australia, California, China, Guahan/Guam, Hawai'i, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore).
Make an impact on the future with NASPA Regions V and VI!
NASPA remains the leading association for the advocacy of student success, inclusion, social justice, research, scholarship, professional development, and sustainability of the student affairs profession. And, this conference brings together our extensive and diverse membership from across 17 states, territories and countries.
Sponsorship opportunities give you high visibility, many opportunities for relationship building, and the chance for positive ROI overall!
Sponsors are key partners in ensuring that Student Affairs educators and students are positioned for success! Your involvement and participation is critical to ensuring that the conference experience is transformational, celebratory, and that conference outcomes ultimately make a difference for college students. Sponsorship benefits for the November 2024 conference (dependent on specific sponsorship levels) include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Opportunity to address conference attendees at a signature event (e.g., Opening session, Senior Student Affairs Officer/SSAO Institute, AVP/Dean of Students Institute, awards ceremony, and more!)
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Public recognition during the WRC opening session.
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Public recognition during a WRC keynote or closing session.
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Public recognition and speaking opportunity during a reception or constituent gathering.
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Company and Sponsorship signage in prominent and highly visible locations during the conference.
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Access to the conference attendee mailing list.
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Being linked to the event in conference publications and promotions using multiple modalities, including social media, webpages, conference programs, and more!
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Brand recognition via your organizational logo on WRC mobile app and WRC websites.
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Invitation to attend the Sponsorship/Exhibitor and Senior Student Affairs Officer (SSAO) Reception.
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Included conference registrations (the number is dependent on sponsorship level), allowing you to participate in learning alongside Student Affairs educators.
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Option to exhibit during the entire conference (one 6-foot table).
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Accessibility to the key decision-makers and influencers at colleges and universities
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Increased visibility and exposure of your products and services.
What does it take?
Choose a sponsorship level and get ready to engage some amazing Student Affairs educators!
2024 Sponsorship levels are:
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Platinum: $30,000 - includes all listed sponsorship benefits and possibility of a program session.
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Gold: $20,000 - includes sponsorship benefits #3-#13.
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Silver: $10,000 - includes sponsorship benefits #5-#13.
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Bronze: $5000 - includes sponsorship benefits #7-#13.
Ready to set up on site?
Beyond the sponsorship opportunities, your company may consider being an exhibitor at the conference. Exhibitors will be placed near heavily trafficked areas of the conference to help maximize visibility and contact. These areas are utilized mostly pre- and post-keynotes and educational sessions.
Exhibitor Opportunities - includes benefits #10-#13.
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NASPA Member Exhibitor Booth (includes one conference registration) - $1,500
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Non-NASPA Member Exhibitor Booth (includes one conference registration)- $2,000
Ready to commit?
Please use the following Sponsorship/Exhibitor Intake Form.
We look forward to you joining us at the 2024 Western Regional Conference in San Diego, CA! Thank you for engaging with us. If you have questions, please let any one of us know.
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Dee Uwono, University of Hawai'i at West O'ahu, deeuwono@hawaii.edu, WRC Sponsorships Co-Chair
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Joanna Royce-Davis, Pacific Lutheran University, Roycedjc@plu.edu, WRC Sponsorships Co-Chair
Nam Nguyen, California State University, San Marcos, pnguyen@csusm.edu, WRC Exhibits Chair