Ceremonies and Programs to Connect with Alumni
Celebrations and Convocations for New Students
Ceremonies Commemorating Those Whose Lives Have Been Lost
The Power of Traditions in Creating Culture
The Use of Symbols and Icons in Branding Educational Institutions
Ceremonies as a conduit to Connect with Donors
Click here to download a complete copy of the onsite brochure.
Click here to learn more about the details of the complete conference schedule.
The Conference will be held at the
AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center, located on the campus of
The University of Texas at Austin and positioned between the historic University of Texas Tower and the Capitol Building of the State of Texas. Hotel facilities for the conference are located within the AT&T Center.
Night Out in Austin
A NAACO conference tradition, the annual “night out” program includes finding a creative and entertaining way to expose conference attendees to the culture of our host city.
In Austin, few things define our culture or are celebrated more than music. And as a special celebration of being in the Live Music Capital of the World, we’ll be treated to a private concert featuring the nine-time GrammyTM-winning, “Kings of Texas Swing," Asleep at the Wheel led by the legendary Ray Benson. This uniquely Texas concert will take place in the heart of downtown Austin, on Willie Nelson Boulevard and at the Moody Theater, the new home of ACL Live and the iconic Austin City Limits television show.
This will be a night out in Austin that will long be remembered!
Registration is now available for the 2012 Conference. Rates for the registration fees are:
Current Member Registration Fee: $695.00
Non-NAACO Member Registration Fee: $895.00*
REGISTER NOWA $50 "Late Fee" will be assessed on all registrations received after January 16, 2012 so plan ahead and register early.
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NAACO Membership is available for only $200.00 per institution. There are no limits to the number of individuals from a member institution (affiliates) who can register for the conference at the member rate. Registration Fees are based on US currency.
Hotel Room Reservations
Hotel room rates for the AT&T Center will be $149 (US) per night plus taxes.
Reservations may be made online or by calling 1-877-744-8822. To qualify for the conference rate, please reference the group code:
NAACOF0212 (Please note the "F" is followed by a zero not the letter "O"). Space is limited so you are encouraged to make your reservations early! The conference rate may be applied up to three days prior and following the conference based on availability.
Deadline to secure your hotel room at the conference rate is January 16, 2012.
UPDATE as of January 23, 2012: Reservations have reached the maximum capacity for conferees a The AT&T Center. A very limited number of rooms have been reserved at a nearby hotel. If you still need to secure a room, please contact Christina Loughlin at 1.877.622.2606.
Corporate Showcase
The NAACO Corporate Showcase is a vital part of our conference and provides direct access to the leading corporate resources for commencement and convocation professionals. Industry representatives will be present to showcase their products and services as well as share their vast knowledge and experience regarding the core tools needed for commencement and convocation professionals to be successful. Corporate partners represented will include NAACO's Corporate Sponsors and exhibitors listed below.
To learn more about becoming a NAACO Corporate Sponsor or Conference Exhibitor, please call 877.622.2606.
First-Time NAACO Conference Attendees Mentor Program
Mentor- A wise and trusted counselor or teacher.
For those attendees who are new to NAACO or have not attended a previous conference, a mentor program is available. The mentor program will pair new attendees with an established member of the association. The mentor program provides the opportunity for first time participants to establish quick relationships and gain valuable advice and guidance in getting the most out of the conference. Those who indicate that they are a first-time attendee on their conference registration will be contacted by email prior to the conference with more information on how to participate in the program.
Conference Charity
As a way to give back to the community hosting the annual NAACO conference, the conference committee selects a local charitable organization and collects funds that are presented on behalf of association to say thank you and to give back to the community.
The 2012 NAACO Conference Charity will be The University of Texas Autism Project. The UT Autism Project seeks to provide services, knowledge and best practices for those who work and live with children with autism, and to help create a “virtual family” of support.
The 2012 conference charity has special significance for NAACO. This past spring, NAACO co-founder, Carol Switzer passed away. Carol was an advocate and ally for families living with Autism. In addition to giving back to the community, funds collected will be given in Carol’s memory to honor her life and the contributions she made to our association.
Austin, Texas
While you're in Austin, we hope you'll be able to visit some of the landmarks of our city:
Campus Tours of The University of Texas at Austin
Blanton Museum of Art Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center
Texas Memorial Museum
Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum
Texas State Capitol Building...and those are just the attractions within a short walk of the AT&T Center!
To learn about even more opportunities, visit the
Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau website: www.austintexas.org
We hope you will be able to join for what promises to be a unique and highly informative educational conference. Our objective is to create an experience for attendees that will help them enhance the valuable contribution each makes, in their core roles, at their respective institutions. Our goal is to provide an environment that will help attendees connect with a community of peers, mentors and industry resources. Our hope is the experiencee will be of lasting value to all who attend. We hope to see you soon in Austin.
Thank you.
2012 Conference Committee
Doug Bolin, The University of Texas at Austin
Lois Ferguson, Baylor University
Gretchen Voight, Southern Methodist University
Co-Chairs
Updated: January 23, 2012
Additional information on the conference schedule and program details will continue to be provided as they become available.
The following corporate partners will be participating in the 2012 NAACO Conference and will be a part of our Corporate Showcase:
For more information about the 2012 NAACO Conference, please call 1.877.622.2606.
