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MACURH-U 2010

 

First Session Programs (9:00 – 9:35 p.m.)

MACURH 101 (Student Union 313)

Presented by Rexann Whorton and Tamera Dunn

MACURH 101 is designed for representatives and delegates who are fairly new to regional and national involvement.  You will learn more about how the region works and what it means to be a part of it.  We will also provide information about how to get involved with the region and what the region can do for you and your school as a student and a leader.

 

MACURH 201 (Siceluff 411)

Presented by Sammy Nabulsi and Alex Debner

MACURH 201, presented by current members of the Regional Board of Directors (RBD), will provide experienced delegates with a deeper, yet general, understanding of the Midwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls (MACURH).  Spectators will be introduced to the financial wing of MACURH, learn how to further engage themselves as returning members of the organization, develop ways to assist new and first-time delegates, and listen to the testimony of the current RBD regarding the future of the organization and the direction in which it is heading.

 

Second Session Programs (9:40 – 10:15 p.m.)

Bidding For RBD (Siceluff 320)

Presented by Sammy Nabulsi and Jacob Mendez

Bidding for the RBD will provide spectators with the nuts and bolts regarding positional bids.  Presenters will lay the framework for the program by providing students with their different options for positional opportunities, and then dive into the bid writing and presentation process.  Attendees will leave the program with a deep understanding of the duties of all positions, the requirements of the written bid, an understanding of the direction of the region, and learn about bidding online for RBD positions.

 

Conference Bidding 101(Siceluff 322)

Presented by Tyler Lesthaeghe and Jon Stubblefield

Ever been to a conference and thought that it would be really cool to host one at your school?  If so, stop by Conference Bidding 101 and find out what is involved in conference bidding from start to finish.  The MACURH 2010 and No Frills 2011 Conference Chairs will go through the process step-by-step, share their experiences, and answer any questions. 

 

Parli Pro Mock Boardroom (Siceluff 411)  

Presented by Tamera Dunn and Logan Fletcher

Parliamentary procedure is often a “Dance in the Dark” for many MACURH attendees.  Rather than being “Speechless” and letting others sink their “Teeth” into the know-how of parliamentary procedure, join in the “Love Game” and develop your parliamentary procedure skills in this mock boardroom setup.

 

Writing Great Award Bids (Siceluff 324)

Presented by Emily Hollander and Alex Debner

Would you like to learn how to write an amazing, winning award bid?  This program is right for you!  At this program we will discuss what are the required elements for any bid as well as how to add in some great components to put the icing on top.  Discussion will include the following: content, formatting, letters of recommendation, quotes, graphics, and more. 

Five Minutes of Fame (Siceluff 326)

Presented by Chris Lupardus

Five Minutes, all the leadership info that you can get and much more.  Learn how to apply many aspects of being a leader and how to get your younger members pumped up to do bigger and better things.  A great program for presidents whose RHA is struggling to retain new members.

 

Third Session Programs (10:20 – 10:55 p.m.)

NRIS: NRHH RHA Investigative Service (Siceluff 320)

Presented by Tamera Dunn and Ryan Brinkman

Have you ever wondered how the popular CBS show NCIS relates to your on-campus organizations and your recruitment?  Follow the NRIS (NRHH RHA INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE) and fellow members of the MACURH region as we help bring out new ideas to recruit new members into your organization and help them not only succeed on campus, but help them recruit new members as well!

 

Got Milk?  Becoming your Campus Milkman: The Essential Ingredients of an NCC 

(Siceluff 411)

Presented by Bradley Bartlett 

Wanting to generate MACURH spirit on your campus?  Whether you are already an NCC or you are interested in learning about the NCC position, this program is intended to help you understand how to define this special role on your campus.  We will discuss spreading MACURH spirit on your campus, recruiting for and building strong delegations, how to get the most out of your delegation meetings, working with e-boards, transitioning for the future, and boardroom etiquette; all the essential ingredients of an NCC!

 

How to be the Best PCC Ever! (Siceluff 322)

Presented by Rexann Whorton

In the whole long history of MACURH, PCCs are in their infancy as positions both in the region and at their schools (and do not even get me started about the nation).  With so little history, it can be hard sometimes to know what do with yourself.  At this program we will discuss what it means to be a PCC and how you can be the best ever.

 

A Diamond Dynasty (Siceluff 324)

Presented by Emily Hollander and Jon Stubblefield

At this program you will become more familiar with the history of NRHH as well as the four pillars of NRHH.  We will have an activity for each pillar of Recognition, Service, Leadership, and Scholastics.  The program will be interactive and filled with great information that you can take back to enhance your NRHH chapter.

 

President and NCC Relations (Siceluff 326)

Presented by Jacob Mendez and Ali Wilbert

Bridging the gap between presidents and NCCs can be a constant power struggle.  Come share some ideas and find how many other presidents and NCCs tackle this issue.


 

Program Session 1

 

Program Name: Journey to the Center of Yourself

Presenters: Matt Glascock & Matthew Jones

School: Missouri University of Science & Technology

Location: Siceluff 324

Description: Come embark on an imaginary journey that will open a window into your true self.  You will discover what you value most in your life and contemplate your purpose for the future.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, RHA/RC members, and Advisors

 

Program Name: Pump Up Your Advertisement!

Presenter: Barbara Braga

School: Kansas State University

Location: Siceluff 127

Description: Do you ever feel like your programs are not well attended?  That, your program is awesome and people are missing out by not coming to it?  Did you ever consider that maybe your advertisement for your program is falling a little short and people are not attracted by them?  This interactive program will help you learn better ways to advertise to reach out to your residents.  WARNING: Be prepared to use your creativity and Advertise, Advertise, Advertise! 

Program will benefit: first time delegates, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: 101 Ways to Recognize

Presenters: Megan Carson & Kyle Smith

School: Northwest Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 117

Description: 101 Ways to Recognize is a great way to learn how recognize people.  Not only will you learn how to recognize people, but you will also learn how recognition can help the people you recognize grow psychologically.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Getting Donations & Sponsorships for Your Events

Presenters: Houston Perrett & Marie Hansen

School: University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Location: Siceluff 418

Description:  The cost of programming can really start to add up when you are putting on large events or doing them frequently.  Philanthropies can provide more money to charities if supplies for the program are donated.  This roundtable will discuss what kind of situations/programs are appropriate for donations, various methods of collecting donations, how to establish good relationships with businesses in the community, and ways to obtain sponsorships for your RHA.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: The Price Is Diversity

Presenters: Earl Lee & Adam Lutz

School: Drake University

Location: Siceluff 224

Description: Do you think diversity programs are boring?  WRONG!!  They can be really entertaining and fun.  Diversity is so much more than race, gender, and sexual orientation.  COME ON DOWN and learn what diversity is and how you can incorporate it into your programs.  Because the PRICE IS DIVERSITY!!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: MACURH Triple Action Plan 101

Presenter: Mike Madden

School: University of Missouri – Columbia

Location: Siceluff 222

Description: Want to earn spirit points that would count toward the end of the year???  Learn more about the NEW MACURH PROGRAM, called the Triple Action Plan, which allows schools in the region to earn spirit points by putting on awareness and funding programs for multiple charities during the year!!!  Lots of points are available...

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (pdf)

 

Program Name: Picturing a Healthy Body Image

Presenter: Annie Hildebrand

School: University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Location: Siceluff 320

Description: Whenever people get their photo taken, the first thing they usually do is look at it and then put themselves down. This program combines arts and crafts with fostering a healthy body image.  Students (and attendees of this program!) decorate pictures of themselves while the leader facilitates discussion on body image, pointing out just how easy it has become for us to negatively look at ourselves.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, RAs/CAs, RHA/RC members, and Advisors

 

Program Name: Haunted House

Presenters: Kayla Wies & Andrew Rubenbauer

School: University of Northern Iowa

Location: Siceluff 404

Description: The Haunted House occurred in the basement of one of the residence halls put on by the senate. After much careful planning by the committee, the student body of UNI and surrounding areas were invited to attend the Haunted House, which occurred on the Friday and Saturday of Halloween. There was an admission with all the proceeds going to the two different charity activities later sponsored by the senate.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name:  The Report Card for Ethical Leadership

Presenters: Leonas Firme & Sean Ryan

School: University of North Dakota

Location: Siceluff 412

Description: This program is designed to recognize and effectively apply an ethical approach to leadership positions.  We will address what makes a good leader, such as integrity, persuasiveness, decisiveness, and selflessness.  Another part of the program's vision is share the three D's (desire, dedication, and determination) of ethical leadership, and the core values of ethical leadership: honor, courage, commitment. The program will also look at ethical leadership in the news and media.  There will be a chance to discuss ethical and unethical leadership, and how certain situations properly and improperly execute ethical principles.  It will also allow the sharing of experiences in leadership situations and examples seen in everyday life.

Program will benefit: first time delegates and experienced delegates

 

Program Name: TV Guide: Tune in to Leadership

Presenters: Leah Nolander & Katie Lampkin

School: Creighton University

Location: Siceluff 125

Description: Leadership is everywhere, but can you identify it in your favorite television shows?  At this program, you will learn effective leadership styles and skills through analyzing the different leadership styles of characters in hit television shows.  Everyone will take something away from this program, from the beginning leader to an experienced RHA president.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (pub)

 

Program Name: You Make A Difference Recognition Program

Presenters: Nancy Blum & Angie Lohse

School: Winona State University

Location: Siceluff 326

Description: Come and learn how to let hundreds of people across your campus and residence halls know that they make a difference!  It is an easy and exciting way to let people on your campus know that they are appreciated.  An exciting way to bring your entire NRHH chapter together to complete a fun and extremely rewarding recognition program.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: How do YOU see yourself?

Presenters: Crystal Taylor, Kaisley Zimmerman, & Katie Robinson

School: Pittsburg State University

Location: Siceluff 322

Description: The purpose of our program is to provide participants with a better sense of self by having them test their reactions in certain situations, such as walking in a forest.  In the forest, various aspects such as a hut and a waterfall will be presented, and participants will decide their reaction based on their own personality traits.  There are no right or wrong answers; however, at the end, there are explanations for each decision made.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Mr. Prentiss Pageant

Presenters: Wenonah Jaworski & Stephanie Wick

School: Winona State University

Location: Siceluff 411

Description: Looking for a service project that incorporates it all?  Rockets, interpretive ribbon dancing, epic rock-n-roll PB&J making, and skateboard breaking are just the beginning of a hilarious show to raise the roof and money for your charity of choice.  Giving your residents a talent show worth waiting for.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, RAs/CAs, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Leadership Magic the Gathering Style

Presenters: Lukas Miller

School: Missouri University of Science & Technology

Location: Siceluff 420

Description: Do you like Magic the Gathering?  Do you want to learn about leadership?  Come and learn how different Magic cards and the colors of the game relate to leadership styles, and how a diverse group of leaders makes the group more effective.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, executive board members, and RAs/CAs

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (pdf)

 

Program Name: Bang for your Buck: Budgeting for Success

Presenter’s Names: Renee Carter and Nick Brainard

School: Kansas State University

Location: Siceluff 119

Program Description: Ever wonder how to make the most of your organizations funds? Learn how to maximize your funds for programs and for your organization to disburse. Think about how to exhaust your campus resources before you purchase unnecessary supplies. Bang for your Buck aims to shed light on the topic of balanced budgeting and budget mindful programming.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

 

Program Session 2

 

Program Name: It’s Easy Being Green

Presenter: Jeff Fink

School: Iowa State University

Location: Siceluff 224

Description: We all have the potential to live green and change the world.  This program is to teach you what Iowa State University has done to live Green and what you can do to be Green because we all have the responsibility to help save the world.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (ppt)

 

Program Name: CU! WELL (Wellness, Education, Leadership, Learning)

Presenters: Morgan Ostertag & Alex Sniffen

School: Creighton University

Location: Siceluff 127

Description: CU! WELL encourages all types of organizations to contribute wellness programming to all students and faculty members.  Their programs can benefit wellness as well as philanthropic ideals.  The program encompasses various activities supported by a variety of student and campus organizations, while encouraging students to actively participate on campus and get involved.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: The Cinderella Dinner

Presenter: Raghav Anatharaju

School:  University of Iowa

Location: Siceluff 117

Description: Spice up the typical dinner party.  This event is about building and nurturing a bond between different floors in a residence hall.  An event that is easily organized and can be modified to be an educational experience as well as a great social activity. 

Program will benefit: RAs/CAs

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)  

 

Program Name: Beauty Fits Every Size

Presenters: Emily Kay & Lauren Dow

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 326

Description: When constantly bombarded with images from the media, it is easy to fall victim to the idea that you need to be size 00 or have a six pack.  Come learn about the importance of promoting a healthy body image on your campus and different programs you can put on to accomplish that.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Doing It In the Dark: Blind Dinner Party

Presenters: Kelsey Smith & Bradley Bartlett

School: Truman State University

Location: Siceluff 420

Description: Imagine spending life in the dark.  What would your existence be like without the ability to see?  The sense of sight is often taken for granted.  Come enjoy this unique and tasty dining experience with new friends.  We guarantee to challenge your senses and explore judgments perceived because of sight.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Super Legit Programming

Presenter: Rexann Whorton

School: Regional Board of Directors

Location: Siceluff 320

Description: Do you sometimes have trouble coming up with programs that are super legit?  Come to this program to learn an awesome way to brainstorm for programs that are super unique and will bring residents out in a big way!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: “What chutalkin’ about?” Body Language:  In’s and Out’s

Presenter: Casey Cables

School: North Dakota State University

Location: Siceluff 418

Description: Ever get that bad vibe from someone?  Ever think that you are sending out that same vibe?  This program is geared to show what good body language is in many situations, whether it is being a leader, discussing items with an instructor, or trying to attract the opposite sex.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Poker Face

Presenters: Yabrell Mewman & Megan Cain

School: Truman State University

Location: Siceluff 125

Description: Poker Face is an ice breaker on steroids that puts teams of two against each other. Poker Face includes elements from game shows like "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" with lifelines, and in the end, you can jeopardize it all or double your points.  You and your partner should be willing to step out of your comfort zone and leave your shame at the door.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, RAs/CAs, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite

Presenter: David Mariott

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 222

Description: What is a bed bug?  Why are they becoming such a hot topic in the news?  This program will inform delegates about the history of bed bugs, why they have made a recent resurgence around the globe, the steps that universities and colleges are taking to respond to them, and what students can do to prevent them.

Program will benefit: first time delegates and experienced delegates

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: iBREAK the Ice!

Presenter: Dee Goines

School: St. Louis University

Location: Siceluff 119

Description: We will all ride the pony at least once in our life!  This program presents other ice breakers that can be used for community building, conferences, retreats, or whatever the case may be!  You will not be the only one looking silly!  Let’s play!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Handout (docx)

 

Program Name: What's Your Fundraising Profile?  Getting the Most Out of Your Fundraisers

Presenter: Angela Powell

School: OCM

Location: Siceluff 322

Description: This program is designed to help RHA members gain knowledge on successful fundraising guidelines.  Delegates will learn information about budgeting, logistical planning, marketing, and evaluating as they plan fundraisers.  They will learn the importance of creating a profile and checklist that will assist them in implementing great and profitable fundraisers.

Program will benefit: first time delegates and executive board members

 

Program Name: Gamers

Presenters: Sarah Jackson & Dusty Kriegel

School: University of Northern Iowa

Location: Siceluff 412

Description: By gradually increasing the number of members of a group and having them attempt to complete a task, participants can experience how communication changes as numbers increase and the types of communication strategies that are effective.  Participants can use what they learn to improve their personal communication skills to more effectively reach goals on their own campus. 

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Handout (docx)  

 

Program Name: Plungering the Hole!

Presenters: Crystal Taylor, Kaisley Zimmerman, & Katie Robinson

School: Pittsburg State University

Location: Siceluff 404

Description: Participants will leave the program with further knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases by indulging themselves in the interactive activity provided.  Our hope is that participants will enjoy themselves but still recognize the seriousness of the issue and how to prevent it.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Making Memories with RHA

Presenters: Ashley Kaempfe & Caiti Currie

School: Southeast Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 324

Description: In this program you will learn how to build campus community through social programming. These ideas serve as alternatives to the "typical" college parties/entertainment and provide a great opportunity for students to interact with others from all over the campus.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Session 3

 

Program Name: The No Sweat Guide to Student Staff

Presenter: Kathleen Rudd

School: University of Missouri – Columbia

Location: Siceluff 404

Description: Are you an RHA delegate and a student staff member?  Are you interested in getting your RAs more involved in the RHA process?  Come learn how to incorporate student staff as means of communication, resources, and residents themselves!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members,

 

Program Name: Free Ice Cream Sex

Presenters: Kathy Withrow & Rita Lopez

School: Missouri University of Science & Technology                                                               

Location: Siceluff 320

Description: Our program will teach delegates how to effectively advertise without using words that explicitly advertise anything free, food, or sex.  The program is, in best terms, a self-betterment.  Basically, just holding yourself to a higher standard.

Program will benefit: first time delegates

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (docx)

 

Program Name: Picture Train Meltdown

Presenters: Spencer Wheeler & Sara Larsen

School: University of North Dakota

Location: Siceluff 224

Description: Picture Train Meltdown will show you how an idea, such as a word or a picture, can change as different people receive and transmit it.  You will be grouped together and then given a stack of paper. When the timer starts, participants will write down the first idea that comes to their mind and then pass the whole stack of paper to the next person.  When you get a stack, flip the paper over then draw a picture of what was written, then pass it.  Continue until you receive your stack of paper back and see how your idea changed.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Throw Rocks at Orphans

Presenters: Jack Mershon & Lena Tran

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location: Siceluff 420

Description: A unique experience to gain a new lens with which to view and dissuade ill-conceived ideas while maintaining a positive relationship.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Creating Communities Free of Sexual Violence

Presenter: Alisa Garbisch

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 326

Description: You have probably heard the statistic, one out of four college women will be a victim of sexual violence during her college career.  As a student leader you have asked yourself, what can I do to make this statistic less alarming and make a difference on my campus?  This program will examine the many different ways you can make a difference on your campus to fight back again sexual violence.  Come unite in the fight against violence.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, RHA/RC members, and Advisors

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name:  Lessons of Leadership and Motivation through Excursions in Poker, Caribbean Islands, and a Pit of Fiery Lava

Presenters: Nick Rolston, Sean Carruthers, & Sean Ryan

School: University of Iowa

Location: Siceluff 222

Description: What do musical chairs, poker, and Caribbean islands have in common?  They are all interconnected with motivation and leadership.  In this session you will play a game of poker, be stranded on a Caribbean island, and forced to cross a pit of fiery doom.  Along this adventure, these experiences will serve as a metaphor for your future residence hall escapades. 

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (pdf)

 

Program Name: Scholarship Hall Olympics

Presenters: Brian Hillix, Robery Halloran, & Kat Leslie

School: University of Kansas

Location: Siceluff 322

Description: Scholarship Hall Olympics is an opening-week program that unites all 12 of the scholarship halls through healthy competition and fun, while strengthening your relationship inside your own hall.  To top it all off, new students learn about the other halls and buildings on campus.  This includes a variety of activities, from a trivia contest to a volleyball tournament.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, executive board members, and RAs/CAs

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Bufa Bufa

Presenters: Danielle Noring & Kelsey Smith

School: Truman State University

Location: Siceluff 412

Description: This is a game that will get participants up and moving while allowing them to interact with people from different cultures.  Participants will discuss the cultural differences that were portrayed and relate the interactions to their daily lives.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, and RAs/CAs

Materials: Handout (doc)

 

Program Name: More Than Just An Icebreaker: Winter Olympics

Presenters: Heidi Barth & MacKenzie Barry

School: University of North Dakota

Location: Siceluff 125

Description: Looking for winter ideas?  Here is your chance!   Come watch and listen to some of the great winter activities that you can put on for your school.  Bring your spirit outside and brave the cold with some fun games everyone will love.

Program will benefit: first time delegates

Materials: Handout (docx)

 

Program Name: Video Programming: The Cutting Edge Look

Presenter: Nic Perry

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 324

Description:  How can you be sure that your program goes off without a hitch?  Hate public speaking?  Make it a video program!  With video programs you have all the time you need to re-do things and get it perfect.  Come learn how to make a great video of your own, as well as where you can get and share pre-made programming and training videos for free!  Learn about ResLifeVideos.com, how you can make a video people will enjoy, and ask any questions you have about cameras and video production.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (jpg)

 

Program Name: Let's Get This Party Started!!!!!!!

Presenters: Ty Gaddy & Hannah Briggs

School: Northwest Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 119

Description:  This program is a fun and engaging educational activity, focused on learning more about the effects of alcohol in a carefree party environment.  Come let loose with RHA, have a few drinks, and learn some cool and interesting facts.  This program is a big hit with residents and easy to replicate on any college campus.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Session 4

 

Program Name: Paint it Pink

Presenter: Kathleen Rudd

School: University of Missouri – Columbia

Location: Siceluff 404

Description:  Come on down and learn how to have a "Paint it Pink" week, a week devoted to donating money to breast cancer research.  Learn how to create a successful week-long event for any charitable cause from members of Mizzou RHA who have put on this event for nearly a decade.  We raised over $3000 this year for Susan G. Komen, and you can, too!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Icebreakers and You: Breaking the Ice Without Scaring People…Too Much

Presenter: Austin Henshaw

School: Iowa State University

Location: Siceluff 127

Description:  This program is for those of you who want to effectively facilitate icebreakers for all groups of people.  Some icebreakers are geared more toward extroverts, and others more to introverts.  With this program, learn how to work with both and even learn some non-traditional icebreakers from other people.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Does This Look Infected?

Presenters: Jack Mershon & Seira Elford

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location: Siceluff 420

Description:  We aim to provide information on whether a cut needs a band aid or a doctor, and facilitate peer-to-peer critical issue chats.  This is anything from someone with a sprained knee to staff infection, and the ice breakers to start a healthy conversation to correct it.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Building your Leadership Resume

Presenters: Adam Bartz

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location: Siceluff 322

Description:  This program will help students of all experience levels build their leadership experiences and beef up their leadership resume.  Delegates will be able to take away new skills to help themselves as well as their RHA/RHAC.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Photoshop 101

Presenters: Casey Cables

School: North Dakota State University

Location: Siceluff 418

Description:  Ever want to know how to quickly and effectively use Photoshop, but never had the time to learn?  This program will give you some quick and easy tips on how even the most novice of learners can learn to use Photoshop for bids, advertisement, and whatever else you can think of! 

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: THEMES!

Presenters: Natalie Kuehn & Melissa Greff

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 125

Description:  When using themes it gets more people involved and excited for the event.  It also helps to publicize for the event.  This program will give you new ideas of themes that you can use at your university.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Drunk Goggles

Presenters: Lauren Stelly & Kayleen Nymeyer

School: Winona State University

Location: Siceluff 220

Description:  Are you looking for a fun and creative way to relay alcohol awareness to your residents?  If so, then look no further because we have the program for you.  Put on some drunk goggles and race some relays while learning how alcohol can impair not only judgment but also lead to further health issues.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Handout (pdf)

 

Program Name: The Amazing Race: MACURH Edition

Presenters: Emira Deumic & Arlene Freudenberg

School: University of Iowa

Location: Siceluff 320

Description:  The Amazing Race:  MACURH Edition challenges its competitors to race around the room solving problems within a residence hall.  Working in teams of 4-5 people, the competitors will decode conflicting schedules, discover animals through silence, debunk dilemmas within a residence hall, and draft a program while maneuvering around challenges all while racing the clock.  Think you are good enough to win it all?

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Cash Elevator

Presenters: Darrell Boyer & Brooke Qualls

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 224

Description:  This program is a replication of Cash Cab.  In this program students were asked questions related to Missouri State and Wells House while riding the elevator.  Students who answered questions correctly received X number of "Bertha Bucks" (our version of study bucks) that can be redeemed at the end of the semester at the Wells House auction. 

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, RAs and CAs

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Blast this STEREOTYPE

Presenter: Dee Goines

School: St. Louis University

Location: Siceluff 119

Description:  What do you know about stereotypes?  This interactive program will give you the opportunity to learn what stereotypes exist within different cultures and learn from them.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Understanding Through Jell-O

Presenters: Joni Snyder & Adam Hinrichsen

School: University of Northern Iowa

Location: Siceluff 326

Description:  A fun and messy trivia game where participants are broken up into teams.  The teams dig through Jell-O to retrieve questions about sexual health and safety practices.  Teams will be awarded prizes for answering questions correctly.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: House Olympics

Presenters: Deidra Sieck & Rebekah Zimmerman

School: University of Northern Iowa

Location: Siceluff 412

Description:  Each team is from a community in a residence hall.  Each team will compete in the activities. Points will be awarded for each activity and order of completion.  The team with the most points at the end of the competitions will be the Olympic winner.  

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Handout (docx)

 

Program Name: FINE

Presenter: Alex Neubauer

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location: Siceluff 117

Description:  FINE is a program that is meant to make it fun and easy for people to talk about conflict resolution as it pertains, to but not limited to, conflicts between roommates, coworkers, and parents.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, executive board members, and RAs/CAs

 

Program Name: RHA Homecoming Kickoff Tailgate

Presenters:  Kevin Rush & Kimberly Folk

School:  University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Location: Siceluff 411                   

Description:  Come see how the UNL RHA effectively hosted our 2010 homecoming kickoff tailgate.  Also, see how we collaborated with other organizations and departments to increase collaboration on your campus.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, NRHH members, RHA/RC members, and Advisors

 

Program Session 5

 

Program Name: The Price is Always Right

Presenters: Dustin Dye & Kat Clark

School: University of Nebraska – Kearney

Location: Siceluff 127

Description:  The price is right if the price is free!  This program is perfect for anyone who works with event planning.  We will show you how to use campus resources to beat those budget cuts and the best way to get donations from your community. 

Program will benefit: first time delegates, RAs/CAs

Materials: Slideshow (pptx) | Handout (docx)

 

Program Name: MACURH Tea Garden

Presenters: Maria Dobelmann & Damian Chavez

School: Truman State University

Location: Siceluff 119

Description:  The MACURH Tea Garden is an opportunity to experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and learn to become a tea master for your school.  Come relax and drink hot tea with your kimono-wearing tea masters while learning about the Japanese culture.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Fighting Freshmen Fears

Presenters: Courtney Cocks & Chris Lupardus

School: Missouri University of Science & Technology

Location: Siceluff 125

Description: Weird roommates, failure, being alone... these are common fears freshmen face as they enter college.  Many lessons are learned in the first few weeks, but the process of settling into a new environment takes time and help.  Learn how to address the fears of freshmen, and how to encourage them to become a comfortable and involved member of your school.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs , and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Grilled Cheese Night

Presenters: Laura Dalton & Thomas Plummer

School: University of Kansas

Location: Siceluff 411

Description:  Do you love grilled cheese, music, and getting to know people?  So do we!  That's why every Thursday night we have grilled cheese night, a harm-reduction program to reduce the negative effects of alcohol consumption.  Come check it out to learn more about harm reduction and why it works...or just to get a bite to eat!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Got a Game Plan?!

Presenters: Moriah Miles, Hilary Geesman & Jeff Olson

School: Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location: Siceluff 117

Description:  Does recruitment and retention seem like a nightmare to you?  Come gain knowledge of methods that Minnesota State University, Mankato has implemented in their RHA Game Plan.  They have ignited their RHA spirit, increased visibility and created significant ties with their student government. It is all about big ideas and real world thinking.  Get your game on!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, and RAs/CAs

 

Program Name: Rich Uncle Pennybags: Friend or Foe?

Presenters: Jeanette Patrick & Nicol Corcoran

School: Truman State University

Location: Siceluff 220

Description: Did you ever stop to think maybe Grandma WASN'T cheating at Monopoly?  Maybe she was set up for success and had the rules on her side.  Come play the game everyone loves to hate and maybe learn something along the way!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Post-session handout (pdf)

 

Program Name: H.E.R.O. Training

Presenters: Danielle Hoskins & Andy Kutcher

School: University of Iowa

Location: Siceluff 222

Description: In an effort to train our Hall Association Executive Board members this year, we decided to do a daylong session that would provide individuals with focused, positional training within their own halls and on campus.  Having great success with our training, we want to share our experiences and help others achieve the same level of success.

Program will benefit: executive board members, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Vital Information: RHA President’s Roundtable

Presenter: Susie Kekec

School: Missouri State University

Location: Siceluff 404

Description: Attending the program will provide RHA presidents an environment for learning more about effective leadership, discussing successes, troubleshooting challenges, and learning about the latest happenings at other universities.

Program will benefit: RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Night on the Green Carpet

Presenters: Alaina Shelton, Ryan Felber & Nick Brainard

School: Kansas State University

Location: Siceluff 224

Description: Night on the Green Carpet will be a night to remember!  Activate your campus toward a sustainable future by hosting a Night on the Green Carpet fashion show.  Get your whole school involved in different aspects of large-scale programming.  Learn how to create an effective energy saving competition for your school.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, RAs/CAs, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Transitioning first year members

Presenters: : Daniel Muccino & Annie Hildebrand

School: University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Location: Siceluff 320

Description: New RHA members can be overwhelmed when they first step into their new leadership role.  This roundtable is for first-year members and experienced members of RHA.  We will discuss some problems that first-year members may have, some tips for dealing with these problems, and what various schools have done in the past to make them feel involved and welcome.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

 

Program Name: Leadership Xchange - The Role of Leadership Advisors

Presenter: Taylor Dukes

School: University of Missouri – Columbia

Location: Siceluff 412

Description: The Leadership Advisor program will teach current leaders on campus how to cultivate leadership in the upcoming freshman class.  It teaches leadership-based activities (Xchanges) and how to effectively advise residence hall councils and other leadership roles on campus.

Program will benefit: executive board members, RAs/CAs, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: Back to School Bash

Presenters: MiKayla Sanocki & Elizabeth Brunner

School: Winona State University

Location: Siceluff 326

Description:  Are you looking for a way to welcome all your students and staff back to school after the long summer break?  If so, then look no further because our Back to School Bash is nothing short from the best welcoming party any new and returning student would want to attend.  It is the best way to start the year off meeting up with fellow classmates and faculty that you have not seen because of summer break.  So come celebrate the best way to kick of your school year with Winona State's Back to School Bash!

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Slideshow (pptx)

 

Program Name: The Pulse

Presenter: Kevin Rush

School: University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Location: Siceluff 420

Description: The Pulse - University of Nebraska-Lincoln RHAs' traveling night club.  This event took place every other Thursday of the month and traveled to the different residence halls on campus.  Come see the set-up that took place to put on this event as well as the ways that we worked the program to enhance the quality of the event. 

Program will benefit: experienced delegates, executive board members, and RAs/CAs

 

Program Name: Extreme Makeover: Green Edition

Presenters: Lauren Calderon & Nicholas Stukel

School: Creighton University

Location: Siceluff 324

Description: Sustainability is something we hear about every day, but when it comes to living this idea, many of us do not know where to start. Join us as we "makeover" conventional sustainability practices and apply them to collegiate life. Break out your work clothes as we create green items.

Program will benefit: first time delegates, experienced delegates, executive board members, RAs/CAs, NRHH members, and RHA/RC members

Materials: Handout (docx)


MACURH 2010: Come on Down! | Missouri State University | November 5-7, 2010 | (417) 837-3500