The National Women’s Studies Association
Program Administration And Development
2008 Pre-Conference
Thursday June 19, 2008
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8:00am to 9:00am REGISTRATION (8A-12N)
LITE BREAKFAST South: 232
Welcome by:
Dr. Valerie Hardcastle, Dean, College of Arts & Sciences, University of Cincinnati
8:15am to 9:30am Breakout Sessions
006. Roundtable
How Nwsa Works South: 233
This session will begin as a joint session with PA&D and the Women's Centers Caucus, will learn about how NWSA functions as an organization, what it can offer to you and your Women's Studies program, and how you can get involved in NWSA activities.
Barbara Howe, West Virginia University
Allison Kimmich, National Women's Studies Association
Valda Lewis, NWSA
Rebecca Ropers-Huilman, University of Minnesota/National Women's Studies Association Journal
Sherry B. Shapiro, Meredith College
Thursday June 19, 9:00am to 9:45am
009. Panel
Women Of Color Leading
South: 233
Sponsored by the Women of Color Leadership Project, this panel features women of color scholars/activists/theorists in dialogue, exploring such areas as the invisibility, historical realities, and mentoring of, as well as coalition-building with, women of color/Third World women in NWSA.
010. Roundtable
"User-Friendly" Assessment In Women's Studies
South: 234
Many Women's Studies administrators dread assessment, though they understand its importance. This session is designed to provide an overview of strategies currently being used by Women's Studies programs, together with practical suggestions and examples of best practices. Participants will be invited to contribute their own practices and models.
Amy K. Levin, Northern Illinois University
Phyllis Lynne Baker, University of Northern Iowa
Kristine Blair, Bowling Green State University
Moderator: Colette Morrow, Purdue University, Calumet
011. Panel
From Minor To Major: Challenges And Strategies
South: 235
Through structured self-reflection and dialogue about the process of developing a women's studies major at their individual campuses, the panelists will discuss challenges in the transition from minor to major and offer concrete strategies for meeting those challenges. Panelists include representatives from programs at public and private colleges, comprehensives and doctoral granting institutions, and campuses that range in size from four to fourteen thousand. The presentations will address three related topics: the proposal and approval process, infrastructure and budget issues, and pedagogy.
Carole McCann, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Betsy Eudey, California State University, Stanislaus
Nancy Slonneger Hancock, Northern Kentucky University
Sally Winkle, Eastern Washington University
Sheila Hassell Hughes, University of Dayton
Jan Doolittle Wilson, University of Tulsa
Moderator:
Jodi Kelber-Kaye, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
012. Roundtable
Distance Education In Women's Studies: The Wave Of The Future?
South: 236
Distance education has become increasingly popular at our institution where we will offer our first on-line Introduction to Women's Studies class this coming semester. In a rural state such as ours distance education offers an opportunity for many nontraditional women students to get the education they desire. At the same time, on-line courses challenge the very nature of feminist pedagogy, which relies on personal interaction. This roundtable will explore the ways in which distance education both challenges and enhances our Women's Studies curriculum.
Ann Schonberger, University of Maine
Mazie Hough, University of Maine
Carol Nordstrom Toner
Moderator:
Sarah Hall Sternglanz, SUNY at Stony Brook
013. Panel
Introducing Women's Studies: Thinking About The Role Of The Introductory Course(s)
South: 237
Explores the 'introductory' course in Women's Studies and the role of program administrators in articulating its function and purpose. How does the intro course operate to define the field/discipline as a whole — for ourselves, for students, for colleagues, for administrators? Presenters from a variety of institutional contexts and locations will examine how this course works to both reflect and shape particular understandings of what counts as Women's Studies.
Karlyn A. Crowley, St. Norbert College
Annalee Elizabeth Lepp, University of Victoria
Catherine M. Orr, Beloit College
Alison Piepmeier, College of Charleston
Katherine Side, Memorial University of Newfoundland
Denise Witzig, St. Mary's College
Moderator: Ann Braithwaite, University of Prince Edward Island
11:30am to 12:45pm Breakout Sessions
014. Panel
New Directors Workshop
South: 233
This workshop is designed for new program directors attending the PAD conference for the first time; we hope it will offer tips to new directors (from a wide range of programs/institutions) on how to flourish, especially in their first few years. We are looking for experienced directors to share not only their proven strategies and creative ideas, but also mistakes they've made and approaches they've learned to avoid.
Elizabeth Hackett, Agnes Scott College
Lisa M. Logan, University of Central Florida
Claire Lynn Sahlin, Texas Woman's University
Nancy Theriot, University of Louisville, KY
015. Panel
Writing An Annual Report
South: 234
Often required of department chairs, annual reports can also be strategic tool for program growth at the hands of coordinators of small programs. But how do you create an effective document? What should you cover, how should you present it, and to whom should it be directed? Whether you've never written a report before or would like to make yours more effective, our presenters (experienced in a wide variety of institutional settings) will offer practical advice and respond to questions. Participants will also be invited to share their own experience and advice.
Phyllis Lynne Baker, University of Northern Iowa
Jill M. Bystydzienski, Ohio State University
Jan Schaeffler, New College of Florida
Lois Rita Helmbold, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Susan G. Cumings, Georgia College & State University
Moderator:
Susan G. Cumings, Georgia College & State University
016. Roundtable
From Me To You: Inter-Generational Conversations About Turning Over And Letting Go Of Programs
South: 235
The transition of leadership within Women's and Gender Studies Programs provides tremendous challenges and opportunities, both for those who hand over programs and those who inherit them. This roundtable will provide ideas and strategies for handling transitions. Inter-generational pairs will focus on the following themes: the issues involved in transition and letting go, and practical suggestions about how best to handle a transition; different generational perspectives and how they have shaped assumptions, expectations, and strategies involved in transitioning leadership; and models of inter-generational collaboration and mentorship that provide alternatives to the paradigm of "letting go."
Sheila Hassell Hughes, University of Dayton
Patricia A. Johnson, University of Dayton
Amy K. Levin, Northern Illinois University
Moderator: Heather Hewett, SUNY-New Paltz
017. Roundtable
More Men In Women's Studies Classes: What Works, What Doesn't, And The Consequences
South: 236
For most women's studies programs gender parity in their classes would mean a near doubling of their enrollments. This roundtable is planned to be a practical and theoretical discussion of research on the current status of male students in women's studies, thoughts from men in women's studies classes, the techniques that have been used to try to increase the percentage of men, strategies and assignments used to engage male students with women's studies in meaningful ways, and the consequences of increasing the male presence on content, women's studies as a "safe space", and potential social change.
Ann Burnett, North Dakota State University
Elizabeth Birmingham, North Dakota State University
Kathryn Jean Schmidt, Valdosta State University
Kim Miller, Wheaton College
Kelliann Flores, Stony Brook University
Ravyn L. Wilson-Bernard, Wabash College
Patricia Rae Stokes, Stanford University
Shannon M. Risk, University of Maine
Steven Reginald Hammer, North Dakota State University
Erienne Fawcett, North Dakota State University
Ritchie Calvin, SUNY at Stony Brook
Moderator: Sarah Hall Sternglanz, SUNY at Stony Brook
018. Roundtable
Balancing Act: The Dance Of Managing A Women's Center And A Women's Studies Program
South: 237
Scheduling classes, teaching in the academic program, and advising students are at the core of all women's and gender studies programs while programming, working with students outside the classroom, and often counseling students are just a few of the issues that face a women's center. On many campuses both the academic program and the student affairs responsibilities are handled by the same person. This panel explores the benefits of being in charge of both as well as the conflicts that can arise over such important issues as resources.
Mary C. Carruth, University of Mississippi
Susan Haworth-Hoeppner, Aquinas College
Karla Bohmbach, Susquehanna University
Moderator: Kathleen Underwood, Grand Valley State University
1:00pm to 2:00pm
LUNCH WITH DISCUSSION TOPICS
South: 232
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Career Cycles: Projects after tenure and mentoring through the faculty lifecycle: Elizabeth Hackett, Agnes Scott College
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Developing Research Methodology Curriculum: Judith Grant, Ohio University
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Race and Class in the WS Curriculum: Patricia A Millhoff, University of Akron
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Campus Service: Positive & Negative Impact on WS Programs: Judith M Roy, Century College
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Increasing Enrollments: Linda Garber, Santa Clara University; Sarah Sternglanz, SUNY Stonybrook
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Work/Life Balance: Kim Miller, Wheaton College; Peggy Rivage-Seul, Berea College
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Risks of Campus Activism: Beth Martin Birky, Goshen College
2:30pm to 3:30pm Meeting
Current Business And Future Planning
South: 232
3:30pm to 4:45pm BREAKOUT SESSIONS
029. Panel
No Budget, No Director, No Faculty Lines: Doing Women's And Gender Studies Anyway
South: 233
This panel will address concerns of small women's and gender studies programs with limited budgets, few or no devoted WGS faculty lines, and no full-time directors or staff. Panelists will describe ways in which they have achieved success in their programs despite such challenges and will also seek the participation of audience members who have faced similar situations.
Christie Launius, Fill Me In
Sally O'Driscoll, Fairfield University
Miriam Wallace, New College of Florida
Amy Reid, New College of Florida
Julie Amberg, York College of Pennsylvania
Moderator: Julie Amberg, York College of Pennsylvania
030. Roundtable
Still Making It Sexy: Branding, Selling, And Promoting Women's And Gender Studies, Part 2
South: 234
Last year, this panel began exploring the public relations or "PR" of Women's and Gender Studies. Panelists discussed such topics as: publications, products, promotional materials, and event planning and outreach. This year, panelists focus on logos/icons, slogans, branding, and marketing of Women's and Gender Studies. Each panelist will investigate one of these particular aspects of PR and encourage participants to consider (even bring) PR from their own programs to examine and develop.
Karlyn A. Crowley, St. Norbert College
Astrid Henry, Saint Mary's College
Alison Piepmeier, College of Charleston
Denise Witzig, St. Mary's College
Moderator: Karlyn A. Crowley, St. Norbert College
031. Panel
Critical Issues In Job Recruitment/Placement At NWSA
South: 235
In anticipation of the inclusion of a recruitment/placement process at the November 2009 NWSA conference, this session will provide information regarding the status of preparations for the placement process, best practices in conference recruitment, strategies to assist PAs as they prepare for recruiting new faculty, strategies for preparing students for the job market/conference recruitment, and opportunities to offer recommendations for the conduct of the placement process. Panelists will provide resource materials to assist PAs with recruitment, and after brief introductions to the above topics will allow the session to focus on those issues which are most pressing to the attendees.
Betsy Eudey, California State University, Stanislaus
Loretta Kensinger, California State University, Fresno
Lisa Burke, Lesbian Caucus, Chair; The College of New Jersey
Moderator: Nancy Patteson, University of Massachusetts Amherst
032. Roundtable
Planning A Conference: Tips And Checklists From The Trenches
South: 236
Planning any conference is a challenge, but coordinating a meeting with attendees from beyond your campus entails many new concerns, such as publicity, regional networking, speaker bookings, transportation/lodging arrangements, costs and fees, and the sheer logistics of coordinating all necessary campus services. Join us for tips from five different NWSA regions on how to plan and conduct a successful meeting, from a one-day faculty-led workshop to a multi-day regional conference with nationally prominent speakers.
Sally Winkle, Eastern Washington University
Patti Lou Watkins, Oregon State University
Deborah Mindry, University of California, Los Angeles
Susan V. Castagnetto, Scripps College
Kris Peleg, Century College
Coral Wayland, UNC Charlotte
Moderator:
Karen E. Weekes, Pennsylvania State University
033. Panel
External Advising Friends Of Women's Studies
South: 237
Past and Present Board Members of the University of Cincinnati Friends of Women's Studies will discuss the the past and present of this ground-breaking organization and the successes it has had as a fund raising, political, and social body that has served and continues to serve as a national model.
Patricia O'Reilly University of Cincinnati
Jane Anderson University of Cincinnati
Marquita Mclean University of Cincinnati
Beatrice Winkler University of Cincinnati
Ruth Joffe University of Cincinnati
Dorothy Blatt University of Cincinnati
4:45pm to 5:15pm
CLOSING REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING
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