Global Leadership, Learning, and Research-Program 2013

6 Latin American University Presidents The Abraham S. Fischler School of Education is offering the second annual seminar for Latin American university presidents. The seminar centers on two critical topics: the global concern of accreditation of higher education institutions and the establishment of a philanthropy/development office for higher education. It offers a forum for presidents of universities from Latin America to hear experts’ presentations on the processes involved in applying for accreditation of a university and the infrastructure required for such accreditation. The second topic, the establishment of a philanthropy/development office, will deal with boosting philanthropic commitment, strategically focusing on fund-raising efforts, and tailoring fund-raising solutions to the specific needs of each institution ranging from alumni campaigns to endowments. University presidents from the following countries are attending this important seminar: Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, and Peru. Name Badges All conference attendees will receive an ID badge. The badge must be worn at all times during regularly scheduled conference activities. Students using NSU-sponsored bus transportation must wear their conference badges or they will not be allowed to board the buses. Badges are also required to use the interactive center at the Disney Contemporary Resort. NSU/FSE Student Engagement Reception All students are invited to join their NSU colleagues and faculty for great conversation, networking, food, refreshments, music, and fun—free of charge. Guests are also welcome—at a cost of $35.00 per person payable at the Shark Shop by the East Registration desk before the reception. The reception is on Tuesday, July 16, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Fantasia Ballroom G–J. The attire is business casual and all guests must be older than 18 years old. NSU Student SharkCard ID The NSU SharkCard is the official NSU identification card. All students, faculty members, and staff members are required to carry the NSU SharkCard for identification purposes. Students who do not have an NSU SharkCard will have the opportunity to obtain one in the Pacific room at designated times during the conference. Parking Fees Daily parking is available at the Disney Contemporary Resort, Disney Polynesian Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, and the Disney Coronado Springs Resort. All of the resorts provide self-parking free of charge. Valet parking is available at select resorts for a fee (check the resort for rates). Phi Gamma Sigma The primary purpose of the international professional society, Phi Gamma Sigma, is to celebrate the academic excellence of outstanding doctoral graduates. Phi Gamma Sigma provides an opportunity to recognize outstanding doctoral alumni of FSE who have excelled and made significant professional contributions. Phi Gamma Sigma’s booth, open Sunday through Wednesday at times indicated in the program book, will provide society members and current doctoral students with a unique opportunity to engage with each other during the summer conference. Special Accommodations Should any person require special assistance under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the conference office (West Registration) upon arrival. 2013 Conference on Global Leadership, Learning, and Research