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From the desk of Cindy Potter - Loving what we do, even when times are hard
Cindy shares a personal story about what made 2021 hard for her, how it changed her, and how she chooses to remain happy and positive moving into 2022.
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| Cover story |
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 CoSIDA is as strong as ever.
We all know about the tough times in which we're living and we're collectively doing everything we can to meet our challenges head on. In 2021, as a profession and a national association we adapted, pivoted, changed, grew and — most importantly — we stuck together.
In the spirit of all those popular year-in-review lists, here's a look at the best from CoSIDA in 2021. Click to read
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| Member features |
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The novelists and book authors among us
How CoSIDA wordsmiths are captivating readers outside the traditional SID writing roles. Featuring published authors Jerry Price, Melissa Dudek and Bill Little. Click to read
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Sibling sound off
Sara and Ryan Legarsky weigh in on sibling subjects like who writes the best game notes, who stats the most sports and who's Mom's favorite. Click to read
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Family values
Volunteering together at championship events has become a bonding experience for Eric Rhew and family. Click to read
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| Advocate • Connect • Educate • Honor • Support |
A future of significant change for CoSIDA
"If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got." - Henry Ford
As we head into a new calendar year, Executive Director Doug Vance highlights three big ways CoSIDA is preparing for change in 2022, including the All-In Membership model launching in August, the strategic branding review, and the hiring of a new executive director. Click to read
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| #CoSIDA22 Convention |
 Registration and hotel reservations open Feb. 9; great rates available
#CoSIDA22 Convention registration and hotel reservations at the Mandalay Bay or Delano will open on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Noon (ET).
Convention registration rates are unchanged from what was planned in 2020 for Las Vegas, including only $350 for early-bird registrations.
Rates at the Mandalay Bay are among CoSIDA's lowest in several years. Most nights are only $165 per room (higher on Saturday), and a four night stay from Saturday-Wednesday will average only $176 per night, plus tax.
Nightly hotel rates are available at CoSIDA.com/2022Convention now. More information will be added to the homepage when available.
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2022 CoSIDA Convention Grant application deadlines
NCAA Inclusion Grant deadline: Jan. 21 (Midnight ET)
CoSIDA Attendance Grant deadeline: Feb. 4 (Midnight ET)
Applications are currently being accepted (opened Dec. 6) for both the 2022 CoSIDA Convention Attendance Grant and the NCAA Inclusion Grant for CoSIDA members interested in financial assistance to attend the #CoSIDA22 Convention in Las Vegas June 26-29.
The CoSIDA grant includes reimbursement of up to $1,000 in expenses related to travel, lodging and meals in addition to a complimentary convention registration. The NCAA grant will provide attendance at the CoSIDA Convention, mentorship and leadership opportunies throughout the year, plus an NCAA national office visit. Click here for more details.
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| Updates, news & notes |
CoSIDA members eclipse 50k hours in community volunteerism
Shortly before the calendar turned to 2022, the CoSIDA Volunteer 15 program, initiated by the Goodwill & Wellness Committee in 2014-15 and designed to help promote the great efforts and success our members have in their communities, rolled over into unprecedented territory — 50,000 cumulative hours of recorded community service.
Huge congratulations to all CoSIDA members who helped the association reach this major mileston in volunteer service. Click here for more ways to engage with Goodwill & Wellness initiatives in 2022.
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Young Professionals CoSIDA Coffee Shop — Jan. 13
Arielle Gordon (PSAC) and Joy Smith (Washburn) of the Young Professionals Committee will host a coffee shop on Thursday, Jan. 13 at 4 PM (ET). The session will focus on reflections and New Year's resolutions ALL are welcome!. Sign up at CoSIDA.com/CoffeeShop.
Send topic ideas for future coffee shops to any CoSIDA staff member.
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Publications & Digital Design Contest Committee still needs volunteers
Those interested in judging Spring contests can contact committee chair Gene Cassell at gene.cassell@washburn.edu
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Academic All-America® basketball nominations
Make sure to mark your calendars for Tuesday, Jan. 25 when nominations open for men's and women's basketball Academic All-America in all NCAA and NAIA divisions. Current members can nominate at CoSIDA.com/Awards.
NEW! The Academic All-America Core Committee recently approved a new release schedule for All-America teams which will begin with the basketball announcements. All divisions for a sport will now be announced at the same time. All men's basketball teams in all NCAA and NAIA divisions will be released at Noon (ET) on Tuesday, March 15, followed by all women's basketball teams on Wednesday, March 16. A similar model will be followed for remaining spring sports.
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Nominate for 2022 CoSIDA Special Awards by Jan. 31
Please gather supporting materials and nominate deserving colleague for our 2022 Special Awards. Deadline to submit is Jan. 31 by Midnight (PT).
More information about awards categories can be found HERE. Then, go to CoSIDA.com/Awards to log in and nominate.
Questions can be directed to Barb Kowal, CoSIDA Director of Professional Development and External Affairs at barbkowal@cosida.com.
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| The SID Life |
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How would you describe your job to a 10-year old? Plus, important things we're learning, New Year's resolutions, proudest accomplishments and much more. Click to read
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