November 2006

There’s still time to register!
NPR/Fox-TV Analyst Juan Williams speaks Sunday
Why not join nearly 1,200 CASE colleagues who have already registered for CASE V’s 32nd Annual Conference, “Exceeding Expectations” Dec. 10-12 at the Chicago Sheraton Hotel and Towers. Deadline to register before the conference is Friday, Nov. 24.

Don’t miss the district conference opening extravaganza being held at an earlier time this year. Be there at 3:45 p.m. and hear national political correspondent, Juan Williams, talk about his life as an author and news analyst for National Public Radio and Fox TV, and what higher education can expect.

For registration details and complete conference information (sessions, roundtables, newcomers and pre-conference workshops, early bird and group discounts) see the conference Web site.

Hotel registration is due Nov. 24
If you’ve registered for this year’s conference but haven’t reserved a room, don’t delay! The deadline to get the great room rate—$129 plus tax per night—is Friday, Nov. 24. Register now!

Volunteer to help at the conference
Planning to attend the CASE V conference? Then, consider volunteering to help make the event great. Volunteers are needed for session hosts, the information center and the registration desk. Sign up now to take advantage of this great way to network with colleagues from throughout the Great Lakes!

Parting shot II …
What used to be a parking lot is now an amazing environment for learning across six acres at Harper College in Palatine, Ill. The Avanté, Center for Science, Health Careers and Emerging Technologies, has opened with the promise of high achievement. Parting shot II.

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