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NASPA Regions’ celebrate 50 years

March 19, 2015 Danny Anzueto NASPA

My time at NASPA can be compared to going to a family reunion with extended cousins you haven’t seen in a long time, about 14,000 of them. I joined the NASPA family about two years ago and was immediately welcomed into seven regional families. I was immediately blown away by the amazing work that our volunteer leadership does every day to offer excellent programs and events to members.

My role allows me the opportunity to work with regional conference committees to plan dynamic events geared towards providing professional development to student affairs professionals globally, although it is usually limited to phone and email communication. I’m extremely lucky to get the opportunity to travel to the regions to work with them on-site and always appreciate the opportunity for engaging with our members.

My first regional conference as a NASPA staff member was in November 2013 at the Region I Conference in Rockport, Maine. This was my first trip as a representative of NASPA, so to say that I was nervous was an understatement. But from first step out of the airport, I was welcomed to the Region I family with opens arms (Thanks Patrick!). The entire experience showed me that the passion that I had when I was on campus at Florida International University was felt throughout the country and that there were so many other like-minded people who were committed to student success. This conference was also special because I celebrated my birthday right in the middle of it and the regional advisory board sang me happy birthday and even gave me a cake!

Since that time, I have traveled to four other regional conferences and have many more coming in the next few months. Each time I get to a hotel or convention center, I look forward to walking into the committee office because I know that the people gathered have spent all year working two jobs (their campus job and their NASPA job) to make this event a reality. They are just as excited as I am to see the event be a success and you can truly see their commitment in everything they do.

The regions have shown me what family means in an association and I thank each of them for the time they have given to welcome me. It’s especially exciting to work with each regional director at the conference because I learn a little more about them and why they are committed to NASPA. Their passion for NASPA and their region empowers me to work harder every day and provide better service to our members. But who better to tell you why they love the regions than the regional director’s themselves.

Region I
Rich DeCapua

The hallmark of Region I is that we are a family.  Being a part of it for 15 years now I have witnessed first-hand the depth of the passion and commitment of my fellow professionals. We flourish on debate and creating new programs to ensure the success of our students. More than that, our 50-year history is a window into who we are as colleagues - a group continuously striving to establish strong relationships with one another for the betterment of our profession.  

Region II
Deb Moriarty

NASPA Region II welcomed me with open arms when I moved to Maryland in 2004 and since that time, it has been an important part of my professional network and development. It is interesting to watch the evolution of a region – many who have served in leadership roles that have helped build the region have gone on to assume leadership positions at the national level. We like to boast about those who have been president/chair of the board and the fact that they are always part of NASPA Region II, even if they no longer work in the region.   The future is very bright for the region as we transition to a new leader (Kathy Woughter) who will lead the largest, most diverse Advisory Board in the history of the Region.

Region III
Becky Spurlock

Region III is the biggest region, whether you look at geographic mass or members, encompassing 11 states. Our size has been a source of strength and sometimes consternation. At least three different points in our history, we've considered whether we were too big but have come back each time to the idea that although our size can be a challenge, it's much more of a strength. Region III has also been notable because of our rich ties to countries like Mexico, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, having Board Representation from both Mexico and the Gulf Region for the last 10 years.

We are also proud of our relationship with other significant organizations that serve the same geographic region such as SACSA and TACUSPA.  Through our key programs such as the New Professionals Institute, Mid-Managers Institute and Summer Symposium, we believe we bring NASPA close to home in Region III.

Region IV-East
Peggy Burke

Happy Anniversary to the NASPA Regions! What we know about our region is that 50 years ago, we were known as Region V. In 1967, after redistricting the regions, we became NASPA IV-East. NASPA IV-East should be very proud of its contributions to NASPA: we had two pioneering deans in our profession (Scott Goodnight, University of Wisconsin and Fred Turner, the University of Illinois), and Bowling Green State University in Ohio houses the official archives of the student affairs profession. In NASPA IV-East we are thrilled to be at the heart of our profession’s beginnings and at the forefront of our profession’s future!

Region IV-West
Wayne Young

NASPA has been critical to my development as a professional. From the time I was an undergraduate student through my role today on the Board of Directors, I can honestly state that NASPA has been a game-changer for me and my professional development.

NASPA Region IV-West is not only my link to NASPA, it is my family in student affairs. From moment one I have always been welcomed, supported, and included in every aspect of Region IV-West life.  Honestly, that is what that region aspires to be---including and empowering for all. 

Region V
Leslie Webb

I grew up on the campus of The Evergreen State College in the 70's. I distinctly remember tracing my finger along the serpent library staircase mural painting, up and down I'd go. Up and down while waiting for my father to finish his work in the English Department. This was my second home. I found a place here. I continue to find a place in institutions of higher education across the region. Each with its distinct and unique character, but with common commitment to providing opportunity for higher learning. I am a product of this region, and am drawn to the myriad of scenic vistas in which to live and learn. The region offers a vast openness and inclusion of peoples and ideas.

Region VI
Lori Ideta

Why do I love Region VI? Let me count the ways. Our history of standing up for social justice issues, our amazing diversity, our authentic inclusiveness, and our sustaining of family. Our future is unlimited in its greatness as our work reflects our dynamic membership. Region VI rocks!