WASFAA 2018 Conference




 

WASFAA 2018 CONFERENCE
Together We Rise
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The annual WASFAA conference is a unique training and professional development opportunity that will equip Financial Aid Administrators (FAA) with the tools necessary to better serve students and families. Each year, more than 300 student aid professionals from across the Western region attend the conference to learn, network, and share best practices.

Keeping up with the ever-changing laws and regulations that govern the Title IV student financial aid programs has become increasingly difficult. It is crucial that we stay up-to-date on the changing requirements and related implementation and changes on our campuses.

Conference attendees will benefit from individual guidance from U.S. Department of Education trainers, networking with our NASFAA colleagues and learning about support programs and software innovations from our partner exhibitors.

  • Registration Fee - $325 (through March 19, 2018) plus 2018-19 Membership Fee - $50
  • Late Registration Fee - $375 (after March 19, 2018) plus 2018-19 Membership Fee - $50

Cancellation and refund Policy - 100% refund for event cancellations 21 calendar days before event. After 21 calendar days there is no refund. Unpaid invoices 30 calendar days prior to event must be confirmed or the registration will be cancelled.

WASFAA 2018 Conference Hotel

The Grove Hotel Boise
Located in downtown Boise, Idaho

The Grove Hotel Boise has “perfected the art of hosting without hovering” with “staff that are knowledgeable and well-connected”. The proximity of the hotel to downtown restaurants, museums, events, and attractions makes it easy for guests to access any number of unique experiences and excursions in the beautiful City of Trees.

In and Around

  • Located in Downtown Boise with access to more than 60 restaurants and cafes, shopping, museums, and cultural sites.
  • Short walk to the Idaho State Capitol Building
  • Across the street from the Basque Museum and Cultural Center
  • Short drive or walk (within 1-2 miles) to the Boise Train Depot, Albertson’s Stadium (blue turf!), Zoo Boise, multiple museums and memorials, the Discovery Center, Old Idaho Penitentiary and Idaho Botanical Gardens
  • Don’t miss local treasures such as Freak Alley, CW Moore Park, Homage to the Pedestrian (interactive art installation), Boise Record Exchange, and many more!

Hotel Info

The hotel conference rate is $155 for a Queen with two beds or a King bed plus taxes and charges. The rates are available until March 30, 2018 or the room block is filled, whichever comes first. There is an additional charge for more than double occupancy.

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Getting There

Airport – Boise (BOI) International Airport
The Grove Hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to/from the Boise airport. Round trip transportation to/from the Boise airport is also easy and accessible via car, taxi, or a ride share service.

WASFAA PreConference Training

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WASFAA Training Committee is pleased to provide two pre-conference sessions! Choose the one that interests you and join your colleagues in a quality learning experience.

Sunday, April 22
8:30 -11:30 am
Cost for WASFAA Members: $45

From NASFAA U: Consumer Information
NASFAA U offers a nationally-recognized, consistent, and rigorous program of education in administering the Title IV student financial aid programs. In this session you will learn all about the required disclosures of institutional information, financial assistance information, campus and fire safety, completion and transfer-out rates, and athletics. Make sure your campus is in compliance! You will receive a copy of the self study guide and a voucher which will allow you to take the test to earn your NASFAA credential in this topic. (A $616 value when done directly through NASFAA)

Re-Imagining the Financial Aid Experience
In this session, you will earn about how to provide the next level in customer service. Join us for an interactive session on creating magic in the financial aid office, inspired by concepts from the Disney book Be Our Guest, Perfecting the Art of Customer Service. This session was provided to the individual WASFAA states as a Fall Training event and was very well received. If you missed it this fall, this is your opportunity to join the fun! Participants will receive a copy of the book to take back to the office.

2018 WASFAA Conference Charitable Organization: Details coming soon!

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