
NASPA Arizona
Region VI
Our Vision
To cultivate an inclusive home for Arizona’s higher education professionals that advocates for opportunity, belonging, and continuous development.
Our Mission
As a Region VI State Chapter of NASPA (Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education), AzNASPA is committed to providing professional development, academic advancement, and community for higher education professionals through the dissemination of resources, innovation, and advocacy within Arizona.
Executive Committee
About - NASPA Arizona
Our Guiding PrinciplesAzNASPA is guided by three principles in fulfillment of its Vision and Mission. AccessWe commit to quality, affordable, statewide programming by continuously evaluating and aligning with intentional, equitable practices. InclusionWe recognize all identities and life/lived experiences by promoting shared acknowledgement, perspective-taking, participation, and connection. Learning & EmpowermentWe encourage discovery, advocacy, and development by coordinating learning opportunities grounded in community experiences, best practices, thought, research, and theory.
Our Strategic PrioritiesThe Strategic Plan begins Spring 2023 and ends Spring 2026. To organize AzNASPA’s decisions within this timeframe, three priorities have been identified. ConnectionCultivate a sense of community and belonging among members. Professional DevelopmentCreate opportunities for members to continuously learn and lead. AdvocacyAmplify the experiences and needs of members, as well as the identities they hold and communities they serve. |
2025 Arizona NASPA Drive-In Conference
Friday, September 26, 2025
We will be exploring the following topics:
- Preventing burnout among student affairs professionals and trauma-informed care practices
- Promoting Cultural Competence among staff and students
- Leadership development for student affairs professionals
- Innovative approaches to student engagement
Conference Registration
Cost Information
Registration Type
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Regular
(Before September 12 ) |
Late/On-Site
(Sep 12-Sep 19) |
General Registration - NASPA Member
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$50
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$75
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General Registration - Non-Member
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$90
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$125
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NASPA Student Member
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$30
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$40
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Student Non-Member
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$40
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$50
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Registration Costs
$50- Members, $90 for Nonmembers, $ 30 for Student Members, $ 40 for Student NonMembers
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.
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!
If you are experiencing financial hardship, you may qualify for a NASPA Foundation Membership Scholarship, which can be used for membership dues.
For a comprehensive listing of NASPA registration policies, please visit this page.
Speakers and Panelists
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Margot Saltonstall, Vice-President of Student Affairs, Northern Arizona University

Schedule
Conference Schedule:
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9:15 Registration Opens
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10:00 Conference Commences- Welcome from the Board
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10:15 Keynote Address
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11:00 Panel
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12:15 Networking Lunch
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1:00 Breakout rooms (there will be 2 total)
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Top Topic 1 - Preventing Burnout among SA Professionals / Trauma Informed Practices
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Top Topic 3 - Innovative Approaches to Student Engagement
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1:45 Breakout rooms (there will be 2 total)
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Top Topic 2 - Promoting Cultural Competence among Student Affairs staff
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Top Topic 4 - Leadership Development for Student Affairs Professionals
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2:30 Networking Session (Level | Functional Area)
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Grad/Entry Level
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Mid/Senior Level
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3:00 Closing Session
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3:30 Conference Concludes
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