2024 WCTF Conference - Call for Workshop Proposal Form

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Good day,

You are invited to submit a workshop proposal for the WCTF 42nd Annual Career Conference, which will be held on March 1, 2024.

We are accepting proposals for both in-person and virtual sessions until 5 pm on December 15, 2023.

Please submit your presentation proposal materials for the 90-minute workshop via this Google form in order for your application to be considered.

This year an honorarium is available for eligible speakers. If you are an U of M employee, please check with your department/unit to determine if you are able to receive these funds.

Workshop registration should be expected in the 200-500 person range per session. Please be proficient in managing Zoom breakout rooms if this function is needed for your workshop.

Conference theme: Centering the Voice of Women of Color: Navigating the Digital Age and Cultural Change

Online registration for the 42nd Annual WCTF Career Conference will open in January 2024.

Please contact the WCTF conference planning team at wctf-faqs@umich.edu should you have any questions regarding this form.

Thank you for your interest and support of the WCTF annual career conference.

Janice S. Reuben, 2024 WCTF Conference Chair / Doreen Tinajero, WCTF President
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March 1, 2024, WCTF 42nd Anniversary Career Conference (Tentative Schedule)

8:30 am Keynote Session
10:00 am Break

10:30 am Morning Workshops - A Sessions
11:45 am Break

12:00 pm Luncheon
1:30 pm Break
2:00 pm Afternoon Workshops - B Sessions (Zoom Meeting platform w/ breakout rooms)
3:30 pm Break
3:45 pm Closing Session (Zoom Webinar) - optional
4:00 pm Conference ends

Email *

Workshop Category *

Please indicate your topic area.

A. Leadership Development

B. Career Development

C. Financial Education

D. Health & Wellness (e.g. Mindfulness, Work-Life Balance, etc.)

E. DEI Topics (e.g. Research on WoC experiences in Higher Education)

Time of Workshop *

Please select your preferred time to present a workshop.

Session A: 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

Session B (In-person): 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm

Session C (Virtual): 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm

Workshop Core Competencies (Michigan Expectations Model: https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/final_mem.pdf) *

A. Create value for the diverse communities we serve

B. Create a shared vision (build consensus around a shared vision).

C. Lead innovation and change.

D. Foster and promote diverse teams.

E. Collaborate and build inclusive relationships.

F. Coach and develop others.

Required

Workshop Title *

Please provide a descriptive title (10 words or less) for your workshop. Please avoid jargon; clarity is paramount in describing what subject matter the attendees will expect to be presented in your session.

Workshop Description *

Please provide a descriptive paragraph (40 words or less) for your workshop. Please avoid jargon; clarity is paramount in describing what the attendees will learn/do during your session.

Workshop Format *

A. In-person Lecture

In-person Classroom w/ panel (3 presenters max)

C. Interactive w/ physical movement (Chairs on the perimeter)

Zoom meeting - completely virtual session

Other:

Room Logistics for In-Person Workshops (Seating) *

Boardroom/Conference Table (Square)

Boardroom/Conference Table (U-shape)

Round Tables (6-8 per table)

Open space for physical movement (Chairs on the perimeter)

N/A, No Preference

Other:

Required

Name of Lead Workshop Presenter *

Name and relevant credentials

Email of Lead Workshop Presenter *

Please list the lead presenter’s email address.

Cellphone # for Lead Workshop Presenter *

Lead Presenter Bio (50 words max) *

A brief description of the lead presenter's professional experience (50 words per presenter).

Name of Workshop Co-Presenter

Name and relevant credentials

Email for Workshop Co-Presenter

Please list the email of the co-presenter.

Cellphone # for Workshop Co-Presenter

Co-Presenter Bio (50 words max)

A brief description of the co-presenter's professional experience (50 words per presenter).

Workshop A/V & Logistics: Please check all that apply. *

Powerpoint Slide Presentation

Poll Everywhere (Please have your own account.)

Zoom In-meeting Poll Feature (Support may be provided if received at least 3 weeks before event.)

Video presentation (using a web link or video clip on home computer)

Other:

Required

Please note if you have presented at the WCTF annual career conference in the past years. *

A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.

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