Conference Connection, April 29, 2025

What’s New?

Flying to New Orleans?

On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities

Help Build Community by Facilitating an Affinity Space

We’re looking for volunteers to facilitate and guide discussion for two affinity spaces. Note that facilitators will not be listed in any meeting materials. If we are unable to identify facilitators, we will still offer the spaces for informal gatherings at the dates and times below. If you are interested in volunteering, contact education@acha.org.

Thursday, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

BIPOC Affinity Group

Affinity groups are spaces where individuals with shared identities come together for discussions and reflections. These spaces are for you to speak about your own identity, not to learn about the racial or ethnic identity of others.

Thursday, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

LGBTQIA2S+ Community Space

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Two Spirit, Plus (LGBTQIA2S+) identifying ACHA colleagues are invited to gather for some community care. Join us in a radically inclusive space where we can just be. Enjoy a calming atmosphere with self-guided activities.

Do Well-Being Your Way!

We are again offering a variety of activities designed to enhance your sense of well-being. These activities provide a chance to challenge your physical and emotional self in the same way you stretch your intellectual muscles during educational sessions. So take a break from classroom learning and don’t be afraid to try something new!

Find Out More About the Wellness Activities!

Bystander Response Training!
Tuesday, May 27, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

ACHA is partnering with NOLA Ready to offer a three-hour combined Bystander Response Training. NOLA Ready is the city’s Emergency Preparedness Campaign, providing a direct connection between New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness’ (NOHSEP) and the city. The combined training includes three courses:

  • Hands-Only CPR
  • Stop the Bleed
  • Overdose Response

Advanced sign up is required as there are limited spots available.

Sign Up Today!

Important Reminders:

  • Don’t miss out on the Pre-Conference Workshops, designed to give you actionable strategies to take back to your campus! ! You can add a workshop to your registration by going back into the site with the same login you used initially and adding it.
  • Pick up a couple of full-size hygiene items and give back to the community. We’re having a donation drive to benefit The Covenant House in New Orleans.
  • Primary Presenters – If you haven’t yet registered for the meeting, do so today. And don’t forget to complete your AV Request Form so we can make sure you have what you need for a successful presentation.

And to get even more out of your meeting experience:

  • Let’s Talk About It! Bring your breakfast and join your ACHA colleagues Friday, May 30, 7:00 am – 8:00 am for small-group discussions on navigating the evolving sociopolitical landscape in college health and well-being.
  • Help first-time meeting attendees navigate the meeting. Sign up to be a table facilitator at the Newcomer’s Orientation, Wednesday, May 29, 7:30 am – 8:45 am (breakfast provided!).
  • Volunteer to be a Session Presider or Facilitator. ACHA presenters rely on presiders and facilitators to assist them during their presentations. If you are interested in signing up, contact education@acha.org.
  • Sign up to be a mentee and spend 40 minutes with a seasoned ACHA member talking about a topic of your choice. You are only one click away from making a great connection!
  • Did you have a mentor early in your career in college health and well-being? Now it’s your turn to be that impactful person for someone else. Sign up to be a mentor today and make a difference!

Please note: The volunteer opportunities listed above are not open to attendees who are Guests, Sustaining Members, or Exhibitors

 

Explore New Orleans!

Each week we’ll showcase several local businesses recommended by your colleagues in New Orleans and/or New Orleans & Company. Make time during the week to show your support! 

  •  The Daily Beet
    “Offering healthy choices for breakfast (served all day), bowls, salads, smoothies, and juices.”
  • “I love the mission of the organization. They have created an internship program for young adults in the city to get on the job training to get them off the street.
  • Lebanon Cafe
    “Serves Middle Eastern dishes, from creamy homemade Hummus and the area’s finest Kabobs to Chicken Shawarma and Rosemary Lamb Chops”