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in concert
IN CONCERT
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IN CONCERT
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WHERE TO GO
I’M HERE. NOW WHAT?
EMBASSY SUITES EAST PEORIA - CONFERENCE CENTER LEVEL
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THANK YOU FOR JOINING US IN CONCERT!
Our conferences are planned to not only serve
the educational needs of the Illinois financial
aid community, but also to provide a forum
for spirited discussion, a venue for sharing our
own insights and accomplishments, and a
destination for friends both old and new. We are
able to provide these conferences and out other
workshops for our members due solely to the hard
work and dedication of our members. In this most
fundamental way, we support one another and
are truly one community working in concert.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to plan this
conference for you!
ENJOY THE SHOW!
HELPFUL TIPS TO ROCK THIS CONFERENCE!
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THE INTERNET CODE AND PASSWORD IS: IASFAA
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YOU CAN FIND THE OFFICIAL CONFERENCE SOUNDTRACK PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY UNDER: ILASFAACONFERENCE2015
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GET TO KNOW YOUR VENDORS BY PLAYING VENDOR TRIVIA. TURN IN YOUR COMPLETED ANSWER SHEET FOR A CHANCE
TO WIN THIS YEAR’S PRIZE.
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A COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST BUFFET IS AVAILABLE TO HOTEL GUESTS FROM 6-9AM EACH MORNING
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A COMPLIMENTARY EVENING RECEPTION, FEATURING DRINKS AND SNACKS, IS AVAILABLE TO HOTEL GUESTS FROM 5-7PM
EACH NIGHT
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REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR BRAND-NEW, ILASFAA CONCERT T-SHIRT TO DINNER ON THURSDAY NIGHT TO HELP YOU ROCK
OUT TO JAMMSAMMICH!
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DON’T FORGET TO TURN IN YOUR COMPLETED CONFERENCE SURVEY IN TO THE INFORMATION DESK, WHERE THERE WILL
BE A SPECIAL GIFT AWAITING YOU
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HELLO
EAST PEORIA!
ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?
2014/2015 EXECUTIVE BOARD
THE LINEUP
PRESIDENT
JANET INGARGIOLA, DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PRESIDENT-ELECT
AMANDA FIJAL, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
VICE PRESIDENT SENIOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
MARCHELLO JOHNSON, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO –
CHICAGO
SECRETARY
RUTH PUSICH, ELMHURST COLLEGE
PAST PRESIDENT
MARY SHAW, UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
TREASURER
JAMIE PETERSEN, OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
MICHELLE CORNELL, ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
CHICAGO REGIONAL COORDINATOR
MONICA KRAMER, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
VICE PRESIDENT COMMUNITY COLLEGES
JO BRANSON, SPOON RIVER COLLEGE
NORTHERN REGIONAL COORDINATOR
ALEX DELONIS, OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
VICE PRESIDENT HEALTH PROFESSIONS
MICHELLE WORTEL, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS – CHICAGO
VICE PRESIDENT PRIVATE COLLEGES
SOUTHERN REGIONAL COORDINATOR
CHARLES “BUDDY” MAYFIELD, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS –
URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
KARENBELLING, WHEATON COLLEGE
VICE PRESIDENT PROPRIETARY INSTITUTIONS
MARCUS SZMANOSKI, DEVRY UNIVERSITY
EX-OFFICIO
SAM NELSON, ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION
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GUESTS AND SPEAKERS
JUSTIN DRAEGER
PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMINISTRATORS (NASFAA)
Justin serves as the primary voice of NASFAA and as the liaison between the association members, the U.S. Congress,
federal agencies and the media. Most of Justin’s career has been devoted to assisting disadvantaged populations
achieve their educational goals and better their communities. Since 2002, Justin has been engaged in either
administering, interpreting, communicating, or developing student financial aid policy. His prior experiences include
working as a financial aid director, regulatory and policy analyst, and spokesperson. He has held senior positions
overseeing government relations, communications, and policy work. Justin is frequently quoted in the press and
has appeared on The Today Show on NBC, National Public Radio, APM’s Marketplace, Fox Business News, CNBC,
and C-SPAN, and is often quoted in national news outlets. Justin currently serves on the boards of directors of Baker
College, the Association Mutual Health Insurance Company, and other organizations that promote health and
education. He earned his undergraduate from Brigham Young University and his MBA from Baker College. Justin
lives in Fairfax, VA with his wife and three children, where he spends his free time shuttling children to various events,
playing racquetball, running or swimming.
ANGELA SMITH
TRAINING OFFICER, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Angela Smith has spent her entire adult life as a public servant. At the age of 17 Angela began working for the U.S.
Office of Personnel Management as a high school work-study student in 1988. She worked at OPM intermittently
during summer breaks from college until she graduated from Western Illinois University in 1993. She returned to OPM
for a brief period of time before she transferred to the U.S. Department of Education in 1995, and for the nine years
that followed she worked as an Account Manager with the Federal Direct Loan Program. When the appropriation
for the Direct Loan Account Management Group expired in 2004, Angela was reassigned to the position of Training
Officer for ED’s Federal Student Aid office, where she’s served to this day.
When not serving in her federal capacity, Angela spends her spare time entertaining friends and family, training to be
a runner (she recently completed her seventh half-marathon), and working in her garden.
ERIC ZARNIKOW
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION (ISAC)
Eric Zarnikow was appointed Executive Director of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) in February 2012.
At ISAC, he leads 350 coworkers in three locations in support of ISAC’s mission to help make college accessible and
affordable for Illinois students. ISAC’s programs include a range of grants and scholarships, student loan servicing and
default prevention, high quality and informed research, college access and outreach activities and oversight of the
529 prepaid tuition program.
Prior to joining ISAC, Eric was the Associate Administrator for the Office of Capital Access with the U.S. Small
Business Administration (SBA) in Washington, DC, where he was responsible for all agency programs and operations
concerning financial assistance to small businesses, reporting to the head of the SBA. At the SBA he managed
distribution channels with over 5,000 financial partners and supervised 800 employees and contractors, along with a
$90 billion loan and investment portfolio.
Eric has over 20 years of experience in the private sector, most recently as Senior Vice President, Chief Risk Officer
and Treasurer for The ServiceMaster Company, one of the world’s largest residential and commercial service
networks with brand names including TruGreen, Terminix, American Home Shield, ServiceMaster Clean, and Merry
Maids. While at ServiceMaster, he played a major role in the sale of ServiceMaster to a private equity investment
firm for approximately $5.5 billion in July 2007. He also served as Vice President and Treasurer of Gaylord Container
Corporation, a manufacturer of containerboard and corrugated containers, where he completed a $70 million IPO
and listing on the American Stock Exchange. He started his career in public accounting at Deloitte.
Eric currently serves as the Board Co-chair for a national not for profit organization and previously served as an
Independent Director and Audit Committee Chair of a $1 billion revenue publically-traded company.
Eric received his BS in Industrial Administration from Iowa State University, his MBA from Drake University and is a
Certified Public Accountant.
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GUESTS AND SPEAKERS CONTUNIED
KATHARINE GRICEVICH
DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS, ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION
Katharine Gricevich is Director of Government Relations and legislative liaison for the Illinois Student Assistance
Commission. She previously worked as a legislative analyst for the Illinois General Assembly on education and local
government issues.
SARA BETH HOLMAN
MASFAA PAST PRESIDENT
Director of Financial Aid, Lawrence University
Sara Beth Holman currently serves as the MASFAA Past-President. She is the Director of Financial Aid at Lawrence
University in Appleton, Wisconsin.
BEN BURTON
PRESIDENT-ELECT, INDIANA STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ASSOCIATION (ISFAA)
CHIEF STUDENT FINANCIAL RESOURCES OFFICER, IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Ben received his Bachelor’s degree in business from Indiana State University and his MBA from Indiana Wesleyan
University. He has worked for Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana for the last 28 years and current serves as their
Chief Student Financial Resources Officer. Ben has served on state, regional and national task forces, and testified
on behalf of students at both state and national levels. Ben is currently the President-Elect of the Indiana Student
Financial Aid Association (ISFAA).
The Illinois Alliance for Community Foundations
The Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations is a membership organization focused on the professional
development of the community foundations serving Illinois. We also network around issues that have a state-wide
effect, such as early childhood care & education, workforce development, land use, and the arts.
Individual community foundations are separate 501c3 organizations serving donors and non-profits. We steward
donor-designed funds such as Donor Advised, Designate, Field of Interest, Scholarship, and Agency Endowments.
We are the experts in endowment and strive to improve the quality of life in our communities through leadership and
philanthropy.
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MUSIC EXPRESSES THAT WHICH CAN
NOT BE PUT INTO WORDS AND THAT
WHICH CAN NOT REMAIN SILENT.
– VICTOR HUGO
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PERFORMERS
UIS CAMERATA SCHOLARSHIP ENSEMBLE
The UIS Music Camerata is a group of talented non-major music scholarship students who perform in a variety of
musical combinations for UIS campus events and beyond throughout the academic year. For more information
please visit www.uis.edu/music.
PICK PERCSSIONS / PULSE OF PEORIA DRUMLINE
PICK Percussions Pulse of Peoria Drumline is dedicated to serving the inner-city youth in our community. Pulse of
Peoria Drumline offers the students opportunities to be involved in a positive community based outreach program
through an engaging musical performance. By becoming a member of the PICK Percussions family you are
empowered to make good life -choices, self-esteem to succeed in school, a sense of commitment to serve our
community. Acquire teamwork skills, self-respect and respect for others; develop leadership skills, discipline and the
competitive edge needed to compete for college scholarships. PICK PERCUSSIONS we are Pushing Inner City Kids.
SCOTT KACZINSKI
Scott Kaczinski is a singer/songwriter who performs original songs and a wide variety of music for various venues.
Scott plays guitar and harmonica and covers song styles ranging from the 1960s to the present. His vocals have
been compared to a number of musicians from James Taylor and Cat Steven to Keith Urban and Howie Day. Scott
has recorded 5 albums and is currently working on his 6th in his corn crib studio, Barn Again Recording. Scott has
been in full-time Christian music ministry for 12 years in which he performs concerts and also ministers to the elderly
and special needs with his music. Scott and his wife Annette have 4 grown children and live in rural Charlotte, Iowa.
For more information, please visit www.scottkministries.com.
THE RIVER CITY STRING DUO
The River City String Duo is comprised of professional musicians from the Peoria area, including Jane Hoffmire on
violin and Carol Wessler on Cello. The group has been providing delightful music for Peoria area clients for the past
20 plus years. The duo plays for weddings, receptions, and other events that require exceptional, live string music.
JAMMSAMMICH!
We have always been careful to not refer to ourselves as the “best” band in our neck of the woods. We are
confident that we are surrounded (and inspired) by far-superior musicians. Many of them are our friends.
However, there is something about the combination–the mindset–of the members of JammSammich that makes
the band special. We are committed to the eternally packed dancefloor and to the ultimate good time. Our
songlist is tailored to guarantee an “I-can’t-believe-they-played-that-song” reaction every time and is scientifically
proven to cause uncontrollable shaking of the booty. 8 years strong, JammSammich is enjoying what seems to be
an ever-peaking run in the crowded Central Illinois music scene. It should come to no surprise that the readers of
the River City Times voted JammSammich “Peoria’s favorite band” in 2004, 2005, 2006 and that the band continues
to enjoy record crowds at Central Illinois’ most renowned venues and headlining slots at prestigious festivals and
events.
The formula of groove-driven funk and R&B, retro 80’s tunes, island jams, and liberal doses of comedy has proven
to be one of the most potent in the last decade and, in the spirit of flattery, has become an imitated commodity.
The versatile Sammich songlist means that the band is perfect for EVERY event, whether it be a dance, wedding
reception, private party, club date, festival, etc. With tunes from 4 decades, including Motown, disco, funk, hip-hop,
retro 80’s, Buffett, and rock, Sammich is the TRUE variety band–there REALLY is something for everyone.
Guaranteed Party. Every Time. It’s science, Holmes.
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ILASFAA CHARITY
Individual ILASFAA members will be donating amazing baskets
to be raffled at the conference. Baskets will be available
for viewing in the ILASFAA Support Area, where you can also
purchase your raffle tickets. Prior basket themes have included
Chocolate Lover’s, Wine & Friends, Kid Friendly Fun, Movie Night,
School Spirit & Sportswear, Hotel Weekend Stays, Conference
Theme and many more!
Members of the Facilities, Program, Registration and Diversity
Committees will be available during the conference to collect
your basket donations. Be sure to seek out our volunteers who
will be available throughout the conference wearing their red
aprons with raffle tickets for sale. Proceeds from the raffle will be
donated to our upcoming Reality Store.
The following is information from the 2014 Reality Store:
Financial Aid Administrators throughout the state of Illinois gathered at Kershaw Elementary
School in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood for our annual Reality Store on Friday, November
21, 2014. 74 students, grades 6-8, took part in the Reality Store this year-a small but lively group
of students. 94% of the students enrolled at the school are classified as low-income. Each
participant, upon “check out”, received a bag filled with items donated by ILASFAA member
schools; each student also received an ILASFAA/Kershaw Reality Store t-shirt designed by our
own Michelle Wortel.
Here are a few statistics from the 2014 Reality Store:
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Educational institutions represented: 20
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Out-of-state institution represented: 1
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Lender/servicer representatives: 3
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Proprietary institutions: 1
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Public, 4-year: 7
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Public, 2-year: 4
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Private: 8
In addition, 10 volunteers attended their first Reality Store in 2014. The purpose of the Reality
Store is to provide financial literacy education to young people through experiential learning by
allowing students to make real-life decisions akin to those their parents make on a day-to-day
basis. Thank you to all the members that made this day a “reality”!
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WEDNESDAY’S SCHEDULE
Wednesday, April 8
9:00 – 10:30 AM EXHIBITOR SET-UP – RIVER F
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM REGISTRATION DESK OPEN – REGISTRATION BOOTH
10:00 – 11:00 AM
COMBINED 2014/15 AND 2015/2016 BOARD MEETING
10:30 – 11:30 AM
EXHIBITOR AREA OPEN – RIVER F
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM GENERAL SESSION & LUNCH – RIVER E
1:30 – 2:30 PM
NASFAA UPDATE WITH JUSTIN DRAEGER – RIVER E
2:30 – 4:00 PM EXHIBITOR AREA OPEN – RIVER F
2:30 – 2:45 PM BREAK
2:45 – 3:45 PM
INTEREST SESSIONS
3:45 – 4:00 PM BREAK
4:00 – 5:00 PM
INTEREST SESSIONS
6:30 – 9:00 PM
ILASFAA SUPPORT APPRECIATION EVENT – RIVER E-F
“
IT TAKES GENEROSITY TO DISCOVER
THE WHOLE THROUGH OTHERS. IF YOU
REALIZE YOU ARE ONLY A VIOLIN, YOU
CAN OPEN YOURSELF UP TO THE WORLD
BY PLAYING YOUR ROLE IN THE CONCERT.
– JACQUES YVES COUSTEAU
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WEDNESDAY’S FOOD & FUN
Wednesday, April 8
LUNCH – COMFORT BUFFET
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Seasonal Greens
Pasta Salad
Potato Salad
Seasonal Fruit Display
Smoked Pork Chops with Apples, Spinach, and Bacon Dressing
Grilled Chicken with Tyhme infused Jus Lie, Artichokes, Roasted Red Peppers, and Mushrooms
Fresh Seasonal Vegetable
Baked Artisan Rolls and Breads
Signature Dessert Display
Iced Tea, Iced Water, and Coffee
AFTERNOON BREAK – SNACKS
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Gourmet Tea Assortment, Iced Water, and Coffee
Snack Mix
Mini Pretzels
ILASFAA SUPPORT APPRECIATION NIGHT
HOT HORS D’OEUVRES
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Asian Vegetable Spring Rolls
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Meatballs in Bourbon BBQ Sauce
COLD HORS D’OEUVRES
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Crab Louie Salad with Endive in Mini Martini Glass
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Traditional Bruschetta
SEASONAL VEGETABLE DISPLAY
SEASONAL FRUIT DISPLAY
BEEF CARVING STATION SERVED WITH ROLLS, HORSERADISH, AND PAN JUS LIE
SWEET TREATS
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Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
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Brownie Bites
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Assorted Grand Cru Petit Fours
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Cream Puffs
CASH BAR
PLEASE JOIN US IN THE EXHIBITOR AREA FOR OUR ILASFAA SUPPORT APPRECIATION NIGHT, STARTING
AT 6:30PM. ATTENDEES WILL BE SERENATED BY THE MUSICAL STYLINGS OF SINGER/SONGWRITER SCOTT
KACZINSKI WHILE ENJOYING AN ASSORTMENT OF FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES, SUCCULENT HORS
D’OEUVRES, AND INDULGENT DESSERTS. THE EVENT WILL ALSO FEATURE A CASH BAR.
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
NEWCOMER’S SESSION – 10:30 – 11:30 AM
HOSTED BY: BRANDON HUINER, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
ROOM: COLE / SCHERTZ
This session is aimed at first time ILASFAA Conference attendees and will focus on ways to make the most of your
Conference experience. It will include a chance to get to know your fellow newcomers, meet some of the executive
board members, and even learn Brandon’s patented* “Introvert’s Guide To The Conference”, full of tips and tricks for
surviving, and even thriving at an event much better suited towards extroverts. We also promise that there will not be any
awkward icebreaker activities, although there may be some fun & games, including prizes.
*Patent Pending
Theme Song: Be Our Guest – Beauty and the Beast
WEDNESDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 2:45 – 3:45 PM
FINANCIAL AID AND THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
HOSTED BY: BRIGET JANS, DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: KATHY BANGASSER, HIGHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Institutions have to be mindful of complying with hundreds of regulatory restrictions, which can sometimes appear
to contradict one another. This session will explore the relationship between federal financial aid regulations and the
Americans with Disabilities Act, examining points of intersection, as well as points of conflict in the laws, offering guidance
on when aid administrators can and cannot help students.
Theme Song: We Can Make It Happen - Chicago
EATING THE FROG AND OTHER KEY PRINCIPLES OF TIME MANAGEMENT
HOSTED BY: BILL HENDERSON & DOUG HESS, GREAT LAKES HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: CHRISTINA ROSE, DISCOVER STUDENT LOANS
You can’t change aid processing deadlines, but you can change how you approach your work. Learn to make the most
effective and efficient use of your time and get the most out of your workday. We’ll share strategies, including eating the
frog first, that can help you make the most use of your time.
Theme Song: I’m In A Hurry (And I Don’t Know Why) – Alabama
THE FINANCIAL AID GAP: WORKING WITH THE FIRST GENERATION STUDENT
HOSTED BY: SYLVIA PONCE DE LEON, GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: NATHAN EATON, HEARTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
This session will focus on issues that are often unique to the first generation population, and challenges that students may
face when moving from a two- to four-year college
Theme Song: (Talking About) My Generation – The Who
BENEFITS FOR ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS
HOSTED BY: GREG CARLO, NAVIENT
ROOM: COLE / SCHERTZ
MODERATOR: CANDACE MCNEAL, DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
In acknowledgment of our students and borrower’s service to our country, there are special benefits and repayment
options for student loans available from the US Department of Education and the US Department of Defense. The Service
members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) provides benefits, for example, on interest rate cap, deferments, and — for some
situations — public service forgiveness.
Theme Song: Danger Zone – Kenny Loggins
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
WEDNESDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 4:00 – 5:00 PM
VERIFICATION
HOSTED BY: ANGELA SMITH, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: BETH JUEHNE, MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY
This session will cover verification requirements for 2015-16. We will also discuss Unusual Enrollment History (UEH), common
issues, and key trends in verification selection.
Theme Song: Would I Lie to You - Eurythmics
DECODING CDR REPORTS AND CORRECTING DATA
HOSTED BY: BILL HENDERSON, DOUG HESS, & JAMIE MALONE, GREAT LAKES HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: AESHA WILLIAMS, ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Do you know how to review your report for accuracy? Learn how you can review CDR reports and when to challenge,
appeal and adjust to ensure your school’s rate is an accurate reflection of your borrower’s experience in repayment.
Specific topics covered include: Cohort Default Rate (CDR) cycle; Loan Record Detail report; Challenges, Adjustment
and Appeals; and common appeal errors to avoid.
Theme Song: Bridge Over Troubled Water – Simon & Garfunkel
FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
HOSTED BY: NATHAN ERNST, MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY & TOM RAEMAKER, INCEPTIA
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: NICOLAS CATLETT, DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Looking at creating financial literacy for graduate professional students- possible examples may include pre-enrollment
information and on-going literacy plans during enrollment
Theme Song: Money Changes Everything – Cyndi Lauper
CHALLENGING NEGATIVE ATTITUDES
HOSTED BY: MINDY HAGER, FIRST MARBLEHEAD CORPORATION
ROOM: COLE / SCHERTZ
MODERATOR: BOBBI SMITH, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Participants will learn various techniques which will allow them to control the impact of negative situations and negative
people, use distraction and disputation to enhance optimism, cope with the negativity that results from change, and
identify and eliminate the negative norms present in their organization
Theme Song: Let It Go – Idina Menzel
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THURSDAY’S SCHEDULE
Thursday, April 9
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM REGISTRATION OPEN – REGISTRATION BOOTH
8:30 – 9:30 AM
INTEREST SESSIONS
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM EXHIBITOR AREA OPEN – RIVER F
9:30 – 945 AM BREAK
9:45 – 10:45 AM
INTEREST SESSIONS
10:45 – 11:00 AM BREAK
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
INTEREST SESSIONS
12:00 – 12:30 PM LUNCH – RIVER E
12:30 – 12:45 PM ILASFAA BUSINESS MEETING – RIVER E
12:45 – 1:45 PM AN ISAC UPDATE WITH ERIC ZARNIKOW & KATHARINE GRICEVICH, ISAC
1:45 – 2:45 PM INTEREST SESSIONS
2:45 – 4:10 PM EXHIBITOR AREA OPEN – RIVER F
2:45 – 3:00 PM BREAK
3:00 – 4:00 PM INTEREST SESSIONS
4:00 – 4:10 PM BREAK
4:10 – 5:00 PM INTEREST SESSIONS
7:00 – 8:00 PM DINNER – RIVER A-E
8:00 – 11:00 PM CONCERT WITH JAMMSAMMICH!
“
MUSIC DOESN’T LIE. IF THERE IS
SOMETHING TO BE CHANGED IN
THIS WORLD, THEN IT CAN ONLY
HAPPEN THROUGH MUSIC.
– JIMI HENDRIX
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THURSDAY’S FOOD & FUN
Thursday, April 9
MORNING BREAK – DRINKS
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Gourmet Tea Assortment, Iced Water, Coffee
LUNCH – BISTRO BUFFETT
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Fresh Salad Greens
Pasta Salad
Potato Salad
Fresh Fruit Display
Assorted Breads
Deli Meats – Ham, Turkey, and Beef
Cheeses – Cheddar, Pepper Jack, and Provolone
Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, and Sweet Gherkins
Lemon Pepper Mayonnaise with Basil, and Course Ground Dijon Mustard
House made Potato Chips
Dessert Display
Iced Tea, Iced Water, and Coffee
AFTERNOON BREAK – SNACKS
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Gourmet Tea Assortment, Lemonade, Iced Water, and Coffee
Snack Mix
Mini Pretzels
DINNER – ITALIANO BUFFET
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Caesar Salad
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Antipasto Vegetable Salad
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Bowtie Pasta
•Linguine
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Marinara Sauce
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Parmesan Cream Sauce
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Meat Lasagna with Primavera Vegetable and Savory Cream Sauce
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetable
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Garlic Breadsticks
•Tiramisu
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Mini Cannolis
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Iced Tea, Iced Water, and Coffee
CONCERT SNACKS – CHIPS, CHIPS AND MORE CHIPS
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Tortilla Chips with Salsa and Queso Dip
Fresh made Potato Chips with French Onion and Ranch Dip
Sweet Potato Chips
Assorted Sodas
Iced Tea, Iced Water, and Coffee
CASH BAR
DON’T FORGET TO GRAB YOUR BRAND NEW ILASFAA CONCERT T-SHIRT TO HELP YOU ROCK OUT TO JAMMSAMMICH!
ENJOY A CASH BAR AND LATE NIGHT SNACKS AS YOU PACK THE DANCEFLOOR TO THEIR UNIQUE ASSORTMENT OF
GROOVE-DRIVEN FUNK AND R&B, RETRO 80’S TUNES, ISLAND JAMS, AND LIBERAL DOSES OF COMEDY. GUARANTEED
PARTY. EVERY TIME. IT’S SCIENCE, HOLMES.
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
THURSDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 8:30 – 9:30 AM
GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL FORUM
HOSTED BY: KATHY FACENDA, SALLIE MAE, EMILY OSBORN, NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY & MICHELE WORTEL, UNIVERSITY OF
ILLINOIS - CHICAGO
ROOM: COLE
MODERATOR: NANCY PERRYMAN, SAINT FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER COLLEGE OF NURSING
Open forum to discuss graduate/professional issues and learn from each other on some best practices. The ILASFAA
Graduate/Professional community will be surveyed prior to the conference for topics, issues and best practices areas of
interest to form the agenda
Theme Song: With A Little Help From My Friends – Joe Cocker
THE ABCS OF THE ISAC AUDIT PROCESS (PART 1)
HOSTED BY: KIM ECK, ISAC
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: NATHAN EATON, HEARTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
This session will provide details about each phase of the ISAC review process, including guidance on how to prepare for
the audit, information on the types of materials that are required, the communication process, and a list of common
findings.
Theme Song: ABC, 123 - The Jackson 5
ALL POLITICS ARE LOCAL: OUTREACH, ENGAGEMENT & BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR
GOVERNMENT
HOSTED BY: REBECCA NOVAK & MARCUS SZYMANOSKI, DEVRY EDUCATION GROUP
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: TERRI VANMEENEN-MISFELDT, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
This session will explore how you can make a difference through outreach, grassroots engagement, and building
relationships in your community and with legislators
Theme Song: Let’s Work Together - Canned Heat
ONE THING 100% OF SCHOOLS SHOULD CARE ABOUT: TENDING TO YOUR DEFAULT RATE
HOSTED BY: TOM RAMAEKER, INCEPTIA
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: THOMAS DREYER, PNC BANK
Student loan default isn’t strictly a student issue. Rather it affects everything from enrollment to graduation rates. With
nearly every campus in poor standing, schools are scrambling eto figure out how to minimize the risk associated with
high loan default rates. Learn how you can reverse the default outcome early by harnessing data to shape effective
financial education and communication strategies that put students, and your campus. on the right track for financial
success.
Theme Song: Busy Earnin’ - Jungle
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
THURSDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 9:45 – 10:45 AM
FINANCIAL AID 101 FOR FACULTY AND NON-FINANCIAL AID STAFF
HOSTED BY: BRIGET JANS, DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: ANGIE ROBINSON, METHODIST COLLEGE OF NURSING
Talking about financial aid regulations to others on your campus can be a bit like speaking Klingon. It becomes even
more complicated when actions that they take have a negative impact on your institutions’ compliance with federal
and state regulations. This session will cover the basic topics that faculty and non-financial aid staff at your institution
should know to keep the entire institution in compliance.
Theme Song: Strange Magic – Electric Light Orchestra
HELP FOR THE MOST COMMON ISAC AUDIT FINDINGS (PART 2)
HOSTED BY: KIM ECK, ISAC
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: BETH JUEHNE, MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY
This session will discuss the most common ISAC audit findings and provide guidance and resources for avoiding them. It
will conclude with a Q & A discussion.
Theme Song: Help! – The Beatles
UNDERSTANDING DIRECT LOAN CONSOLIDATION
HOSTED BY: DOUG HESS & JAMIE MALONE, GREAT LAKES HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: AESHA WILLIAMS, ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Changes to Direct Loan Consolidation offer more choices to borrowers. Attend this session to review the pros and cons
of consolidation and how to help students navigate the new application process. The new consolidation process allows
borrowers to select their repayment plans and their servicer. Before borrowers choose consolidation, they need to
understand the financial consequences of the plan. Attend this session so you can effectively counsel your borrowers
before they apply for a consolidation plan.
Theme Song: Come Together - The Beatles
CONSOTIUM AND CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS
HOSTED BY: BEN BURTON, IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ROOM: COLE
MODERATOR: HEATHER CALVERT, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
“I’ve been everywhere” appears to have become a normal practice for many students. Unlike any other time in the
history of post-secondary education, students seem to be taking courses a multiple institution. Be it 2+2 programs, 3+1
programs, or a mixture of on-line/hybrid/brick and mortar courses from different institutions, students are putting together
educational paths that best suit their educational learning styles. In many of these cases, this places institutions in the
position of needing to create consortium agreements in order to help the student finance their education. This session
will talk about the “in’s and out’s” of both consortium and contractual agreements: including the controversial 3+1
scenario.
Theme Song: I’ve Been Everywhere – Johnny Cash
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THURSDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
YOUR FIRST DAY AS DIRECTOR PANEL
HOSTED BY: MAUREEN AMOS, NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, KAREN BELLING, WHEATON COLLEGE, BEN BURTON, IVY
TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGES, AMANDA FIJAL, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, & DOUG HESS, GREAT LAKES HIGHER EDUCATION
CORPORATION
ROOM: SCHERTZ
MODERATOR: ALEX DELONIS, OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Are you a new Financial Aid Director or aspire to be one? New aid directors face unique challenges in their first days on
the job. This panel discussion will allow for insights from four seasoned financial aid directors and will help you successfully
transition to the role of financial aid director.”
Theme Song: Movin’ On Up (The Jeffersons’ Theme) - Jeff Barry & Ja’net Dubois
TAKIN’ CARE OF BUSINESS WITH GAP ACCESS
HOSTED BY: DAVID PERRY, ISAC
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: EMILY HENSON, SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOIS COLLEGE
GAP Access is the online system used to take care of business associated with the Monetary Award Program. It is also
used for the annual budget reporting process and a few other important operational activities. This session will provide an
overview on how to use the system and the data that it contains.
Theme Song: Takin’ Care of Business - Bachman-Turner Overdrive
BEGINNER: PROFESSIONAL JUDGMENT
HOSTED BY: BRUCE FOOTE, UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: NATHAN EATON, HEARTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Participants will gain an understanding of the areas of financial aid administration to which professional judgment may
be applied. They will also be able to apply guiding principles and learn when to appropriately exercise professional
judgment.
Theme Song: My Prerogative – Bobby Brown
BEING THEIR ADVOCATE: ASSISTING HOMELESS YOUTH WITH HIGHER EDUCATION ACCESS
HOSTED BY: CYEKEIA LEE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION OF HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTH
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: BETH JUEHNE, MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY
This session will define students that are classified as unaccompanied homeless youth, provide an overview of
national and state data on unaccompanied homeless youth, and discuss barriers to higher education access for
unaccompanied homeless youth. This session will also provide an overview of the McKinney-Vento Act educational
rights for K-12 homeless children and youth, and the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA), which helps
unaccompanied homeless youth access higher education. This session will discuss the four types of McKinney-Vento
professionals that can determine a student’s unaccompanied homelessness youth status and how these verifiers can
work together to promote access, retention, and graduation of homeless youth. National, state, and local resources will
be provided to better assist unaccompanied homeless youth, and to eliminate barriers these youth experience when
transitioning from high school to post-secondary education programs
Theme Song: Man in the Mirror – Michael Jackson
RETURN OF TITLE IV
HOSTED BY: ANGELA SMITH, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: ELYSE HILLER, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY - CARBONDALE
The Return to Title IV (R2T4) funds process can be a bit confusing. This session will focus on the basics of the R2T4 funds
provisions.
Theme Song: Return to Sender - Elvis Presley
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THURSDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 1:45 – 2:45 PM
MANAGER: INSIGHTS FROM A FORMER FED
HOSTED BY: BRIGET JANS, DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: RUTH PUSICH, ELMHURST COLLEGE
This session will look at the process of federal program reviews and audits from the perspective of a former Institutional Review
Specialist with the Chicago regional office of the U.S. Department of Education. There will be time set aside to get your
questions answered about how the Department works behind the scenes, as well as what you can expect when your institution
has been selected for a federal program review.
Theme Song: Don’t Fear the Reaper – Blue Oyster Cult
DIVERSITY HOT TOPICS
HOSTED BY: DIVERSITY COMMITTEE & FRIENDS
ROOM: SCHERTZ
MODERATOR: CHILWANA THOMPSON, MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY
This session will a number of topics using a panel of representatives from the ILASFAA membership. We will explore the
varying issues that affect the college going or potential college going population; challenges that different colleges face
due to institutional size; issues panelists face at their employment level; challenges faced in their region due to population,
infrastructure, etc.
Theme Song: Hot Stuff, Donna Summer
LOAN REPAYMENT OPTIONS AND THE GRADUATE / PROFESSIONAL STUDENT
HOSTED BY: GREG CARLO, NAVIENT
ROOM: COLE
MODERATOR: NANCY ASKINS, MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY
As undergraduate and graduate students exit or leave school, many do not understand the various repayment options
available to them which can be especially helpful when difficult situations arise or they haven’t quite found that high paying
job yet. Additionally, by understanding all of the federal repayment options, financial aid counselors can better assist their
students as well as help drive down their cohort default rate. This session will teach attendees how to effectively communicate
to exiting students, especially those students with Graduate Student Loans, about various repayment options as well as how to
manipulate through the repayment lifecycle of a student loan. Attendees will leave with vast knowledge regarding repayment
plan scenarios/strategies as well as understand what borrowers are facing upon graduation and beyond.
Theme Song: Bills, Bills, Bills – Destiny’s Child
AN UPDATE ON STATE AND FEDERAL PROGRAMS FOR STUDENT VETERANS
HOSTED BY: KIM ECK, ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION & DAN WELLMAN, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS’ AFFAIRS
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: CHRISTINA ROSE, DISCOVER STUDENT LOANS
This session will provide an update on state and federal programs for student veterans such as the Illinois Veteran Grant and
the Post-9/11 GI Bill, as well as a review of other important initiatives and resources that can help you proudly serve your student
veterans.
Theme Song: Proud to be an American – Lee Greenwood
SCHOLARSHIPS DON’T’ FIT LIKE THEY USED TO
HOSTED BY: JULIANNE BECK, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GRUNDY COUNTY, JOY BORUFF, MOLINE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, &
JESSICA DILLON, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: HEATHER CALVERT, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
The first community foundation in the nation (Cleveland) celebrates its 100th Anniversary this year – and we community
foundations have been managing scholarship funds ever since. But…today’s students aren’t the same as they used to be.
Does the scholarship system work for them anymore? Are there ways to update the scholarship system to help more students
complete their degrees? During this session we will talk with members of three community foundations who hold long-time
scholarship funds and learn about their efforts to take a new message to donors so that new scholarship funds are designed to
be more flexible and impactful. We will also brainstorm with the audience about what students need today and how we can
partner when we are talking with donors and the community to encourage them to set up scholarship funds.
Theme Song: Send Me an Angel – Real Life
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
THURSDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 3:00 – 4:00 PM
POSITIONING YOURSELF ON CAMPUS
HOSTED BY: SARA BETH HOLMAN, LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: BOBBI SMITH, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Building relationships with key colleagues on campus is critical in ensuring that your voice is heard before things happen
. . . rather than being the person who has to figure out how to adapt after they have happened This session will highlight
how your actions can help make the connections that will move you to the next level. With some humor and eye-rolling
thrown in, learn how to demonstrate strong leadership, build a solid team, and be recognized as the person who “plays
well with others”.
Theme Song: On Top of the World - Imagine Dragons
MAP AND THE TIMES, THEY ARE A-CHANGIN’
HOSTED BY: DAVID PERRY & ELLEN GREENAN, ISAC
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: TERRI VANMEENEN-MISFELDT, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
ISAC has been charged with implementing new initiatives related to the Monetary Award Program in an effort to
maximize the program’s effectiveness. Come hear the latest on MAP Advising Recommendations and the Dislocated
Worker Pilot Program, as well as a discussion about the possibility of MAP payment tables.
Theme Song: The Times They Are A Changin’ – Bob Dylan
BEGINNER: FEDERAL METHODOLOGY (FM)
HOSTED BY: BRANDON HUINER, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
ROOM: COLE
MODERATOR: MARY LAWSON, WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Participants will learn the underlying principles of financial need analysis, as well as the basics of the Federal
Methodology for conducting such analysis
Theme Song: The Formula – D.O.C.
ASK A FED
HOSTED BY: ANGELA SMITH, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: ELYSE HILLER, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY - CARBONDALE
The Return to Title IV (R2T4) funds process can be a bit confusing. This session will focus on the basics of the R2T4 funds
provisions.
Theme Song: Hit Me With Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar
VETERAN ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION
HOSTED BY: BRUCE FOOTE, UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
ROOM: SCHERTZ
MODERATOR: ELLEN FROST, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS – URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
This session will be a round table discussion related to serving veteran students. Bring your questions and topics to find out
the most up to date veteran information and what “best practices” institutions are using.
Theme Song: Ragged Old Flag – Johnny Cash
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
THURSDAY INTEREST SESSIONS – 4:10 – 5:10 PM
TAKING AN ACTIVE ROLE IN STUDENT LOAN COUNSELING: DEVELOPING A PREFERRED LENDER LIST
HOSTED BY: KATHY FACENDA, SALLIE MAE, ELYSE HILLER, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY – CARBONDALE, & DEBBIE KANE,
BENEDICTINE UNIVERSITY
ROOM: COLE
MODERATOR: MARIE GILLIBRAND, ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
In today’s environment, there is a heightened focus on ensuring that students are aware of their funding options. Join
this discussion of the rules and best practices regarding the use of a preferred lender list. Our session will help you better
understand preferred lender arrangements, the various types of lender lists, and how a list can help students differentiate
between private loan lenders to select an option that is best for them. We will also discuss the perspective of schools
that do not have a preferred lender list and how students find ways to cover their gap need.
Theme Song: I Prefer You – Etta James
USING TECHNOLOGY TO DRIVE FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND RESPONSIBLE BORROWING
HOSTED BY: TOM SAKOS, DEVRY EDUCATION GROUP
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-F
MODERATOR: BETH JUEHNE, MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY
Learn how to use existing data within your school systems to create an in house tool enabling your students to monitor
their complete borrowing history, including public, private, and institutional loans – via one centralized tool. Show your
students where they stand in relation to aggregate loan limits and graduation, and illustrate the future impact of today’s
enrollment and borrowing decisions. You will also learn how to utilize triggered messaging and integrate key financial
awareness communication throughout the student life cycle within one centralized tool. Whether your institution is large
or small and has numerous systems, you’ll walk away with information about the benefits of leveraging your data to
create a centralized student facing tool.
Theme Song: The Payback, James Brown
LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDING
HOSTED BY: ABBEY FISHER, SOUTHER ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY – CARBONDALE & BRANDON PHIPPS, ACADEMIC WORKS
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
MODERATOR: TERRI HARFST, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY - CARBONDALE
Join us as we review how Southern Illinois University has improved their scholarship awarding process through
implementation of a campus-wide scholarship management solution from AcademicWorks. During the presentation we
will provide a general overview of SIU’s new scholarship application and selection process. We will review best practices
and lessons learned in rolling the system out to SIU’s colleges and departments including integration, implementation,
training, and ongoing support. We hope you are able to attend!
Theme Song: Virtual Insanity - Jamiroquai
CULTIVATING PARTNERSHIPS THROUGH COMMUNITY OUTREACH
HOSTED BY: BETSY HENKEL, ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY & KENDRA WILLIAMS, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY – EDWARDSVILLE
ROOM: RIVER G
MODERATOR: CHRIS WISE, WAUBONSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Financial Aid can be extremely confusing for our student and families and we, as Financial Aid administrators, can serve
as the channel for this information. This session will discuss how to take a proactive approach to providing timely and
correct information for our parents and students to better prepare them for the cost of college. We will discuss the how
to identify potential partnerships, how to secure a partnership, how to improve community and campus relations, and
creative techniques to inform and educate our student population
Theme Song: (Reach Out) I’ll Be There - Four Tops
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FRIDAY’S SCHEDULE
Friday, April 10
9:00 – 10:00 AM SECTOR MEETINGS
10:00 – 10:45 AM
BRUNCH
10:45 – 11:45 AM
FEDERAL UPDATE WITH ANGELA SMITH, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
ILASFAA WRAP-UP
FRIDAY’S FOOD & FUN
Friday, April 10
BRUNCH – RIVERFRONT GRAND BRUNCH
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Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display
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Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar Cheese and Fresh Herbs
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Country Style Sausage Links
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Potatoes O’Brien
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Carving Station: Roast Baron of Beef
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Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Arugula, Grape Tomatoes, and Herb Buerre Blanc
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Caramelized Salmon with Heirloom Tomatoes and Basil Salsa
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Seasonal Fresh Vegetable
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Breakfast Pastry Display
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Low Fat Yogurt Display
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Assorted Cold Cereals with Milk
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Assorted Breads
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Signature Dessert Display
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Gourmet Tea Assortment, Orange Juice, Iced Water, and Coffee
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SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
FRIDAY SECTOR MEETINGS – 9:00 – 10:00 AM
HEALTH PROFESSION INSTITUTIONS
ROOM: FON DU LAC F
PROPRIETARY INSTITUTIONS
ROOM: SCHERTZ
COMMUNITY COLLEGES
ROOM: RIVER G
PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS
ROOM: FON DU LAC D-E
PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
ROOM: FON DU LAC A-C
EXHIBITORS AND VENDOR ORGANIZATIONS
ROOM: COLE
“
WORKING TOGETHER IN CONCERT MORE
SMOOTHLY NOT ONLY HELPS US MOVE MORE
QUICKLY; IT CHANGES THE NATURE OF WHAT
WE CAN UNDERTAKE. WHEN WE HAVE THE
CONFIDENCE THAT WE CAN ORCHESTRATE
THE GROUP EFFORT REQUIRED TO REALIZE
THEM, WE DARE BIGGER DREAMS.
– JUSTIN ROSENSTEIN
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EXHIBITORS
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2015/2016 EXECUTIVE BOARD
THE LINEUP
PRESIDENT
AMANDA FIJAL, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
PRESIDENT-ELECT
MAUREEN AMOS, NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
VICE PRESIDENT SENIOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
MARCHELLO JOHNSON, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO –
CHICAGO
SECRETARY
JENNY STOUT, EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
PAST PRESIDENT
JANET INGARGIOLA, DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
TREASURER
JAMIE PETERSEN, OAKTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
TREASURER-ELECT
PAM LYTEL, PARKLAND COLLEGE
MICHELLE CORNELL, ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
VICE PRESIDENT COMMUNITY COLLEGES
SHERRY SUMMARY, JOHN A. LOGAN COLLEGE
CHICAGO REGIONAL COORDINATOR
MARY (BROWN) POPOCA, ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY
VICE PRESIDENT HEALTH PROFESSIONS
TAMMY GARZA, LAKEVIEW COLLEGE OF NURSING
NORTHERN REGIONAL COORDINATOR
RUTH PUSICH, ELMHURST COLLEGE
VICE PRESIDENT PRIVATE COLLEGES
KARENBELLING, WHEATON COLLEGE
SOUTHERN REGIONAL COORDINATOR
DAWN GOOD, PARKLAND COLLEGE
VICE PRESIDENT PROPRIETARY INSTITUTIONS
MARCUS SZMANOSKI, DEVRY UNIVERSITY
EX-OFFICIO
SAM NELSON, ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION
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UPCOMING STOPS ON
THE FINANCIAL AID TOUR
Hilton Lisle-Naperville
April 6-8, 2016
CORALVILLE MARRIOTT HOTEL
AND CONFERENCE CENTER,
CORALVILLE, IA
OCTOBER 4-7, 2015
THANK YOU
AND GOOD NIGHT!
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