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 CALL FOR WORKSHOP PROPOSALS

The Illinois TRIO Professional Development Conference Committee, is seeking professionals to volunteer to present at the Virtual Illinois TRIO Annual Professional Development Conference on Wed, April 14 - Fri, April 16, 2021. Our President Lolita L. Mack's theme this year is “Utilizing Transparency and Integrity to Strengthen our Foundation. We are seeking professional development workshops that are engaging and interactive.
 
Possible topics may include, but not limited to:
•          Work/ Life Balance - during COVID-19 pandemic and related topics
•          Financial Literacy
•          Technology
•          Government Relations and Advocacy
•          Resources for Undocumented Students
•          Recruitment and Retention Strategies
•          STEM Education
•          The New SAT
•          Alumni Tracking Resources
•          Addressing Mental Health Issues
•          Legislation and Regulations
•          Program Best Practices
•          Fostering Student Civic Engagement
•          IL TRIO Association - Getting Involved in Committees
•          Staff Management Best Practices
•          Building Relationships with EOP Programs
•          Sustaining Relationships within Your Program/School/Community
•          Self-Care & Self- Love
•          Student Success Stories
•          Access & Equity
•          Diversity & Inclusion
Workshop Proposals will be reviewed based on interest, content and relevance to the conference theme. 

Concurrent sessions will be Thursday, April 15 from 10:00am - 11:00am and 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Each session will last 60 minutes. Please let us know if you are able to present for both time frames.
The deadline for the submissions are Monday, March 22, 2021.

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* 1. Presentation Title:

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* 2. Please select preferred time (s) for your concurrent session (check all that apply) :

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* 3. Please select the subject/topic area that best fits your presentation.

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* 4. Presenter Information

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* 5. Co-Presenter Information (If Necessary)

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* 6. Co-Presenter Information (If Necessary)

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* 7. Co-Presenter Information (If Necessary)

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* 8. Target Audience: Check all audiences that would benefit from your presentation.

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* 9. Would you be available to facilitate your session (twice)?

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* 10. Please identify the type of presentation. (All sessions will be 60 minutes including Q&A):

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* 11. Presentation Abstract (200 words or less):
Briefly describe your presentation and include session objectives/learning outcomes. Abstract will be posted in the Whova Application & in the program booklet.

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* 12. Presenter/Co-Presenter's Bio. (100 words or less for each presenter) will be used as introduction and will be posted in the Whova Application & in the program booklet.

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* 13. Describe your engaging session activity or interactive portion (provide an example).

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* 14. Would you be available for a virtual presenter's meeting prior to the conference?

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* 15. Please provide us with any additional vital information or comments. Thank you!

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