VIA-1 http://www.via1.org VIA-1 Midwest Conference Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:59:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Workshop Themes and Levels http://www.via1.org/workshop-themes-and-levels/ http://www.via1.org/workshop-themes-and-levels/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:32:51 +0000 chan.huynh http://www.via1.org/?p=558 If you’re wondering what’s in store with this year’s programming, look no further! We’ve posted our theme and concept for the content and direction of the 10th VIA-1.

Individual workshop descriptions are not yet posted, but in the meantime you can get a head start and see what choices you will have available for you to make!

Check them out here.

]]> http://www.via1.org/workshop-themes-and-levels/feed/ 0 Calling All Family Leaders! http://www.via1.org/post/ http://www.via1.org/post/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:01:03 +0000 admin http://www.via1.org/?p=505 Have you attended a VIA-1 and loved the experience? Want to help other attendees get the best out of this year’s conference?

If you are:

  • Friendly, caring, responsible, and motivated
  • Passionate about VSA and UVSA Midwest
  • Excited about the VIA-1 Conference
  • Eager to share how you feel about VIA-1 to others

… then we’re looking for you!

If you’re interested, please contact our Hospitality Director (lynn.nguyen@uvsamidwest.org) by February 1st, 2012!

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What is a Family Leader?

Family Leaders are individuals who will help their “families” of attendees at the conference.

They are responsible for informing their attendees of important conference details and updates before and during the conference weekend. They also play a crucial role in shaping the attendee experience.

What are the Family Leader tasks?

The roles and responsibility of a family head includes but not limited to:

  • To be the liaison between the attendees and the conference staff.
  • To take initiative and be the head of the family. TAKE CHARGE!
  • To BE ON TIME and be responsible for all the members within the group.
  • To be warm and welcoming towards the attendees within the group
  • Know when to draw the lines between friends and fooling around and being serious within the group.
  • Get everyone to be involved and participate in the group.
  • Know information regarding the schedule of the conference, the location of the workshops, restaurants in town, meeting times, after set, and etc.
  • Know when to make announcements such as when and where breakfast is served
  • Branch out to all the family members, making everyone feel included

 

If you are interested, please contact the Hospitality Director (lynn.nguyen@uvsamidwest.org) for more information!

 

 

]]> http://www.via1.org/post/feed/ 0 Scholarships http://www.via1.org/post2/ http://www.via1.org/post2/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:09:45 +0000 admin http://www.via1.org/?p=480 Do you want to go to VIA-1 this year? Economy having an effect on your wallet size? Worried about the expenses?

We have an opportunity for you!

UVSA Midwest is excited to be able to bring you the opportunity to attend the 10th Annual Vietnamese Interacting as One Conference on a scholarship! If interested, please fill out the application and submit your personal statements. The application will close at 11:59pm EST on February 26, 2012.

We are offering six scholarships total this year:

  • Two (2) Visionary Scholarships – awarded to the top two applicants which cover the registration and hotel fees – a $100 value
  • Four (4) Leadership Scholarships – which will cover the registration fees – a $50 value
If you’re interested, please check out the Scholarships Page under the Opportunities tab on this website!

10th Annual Vietnamese Interacting as One Conference
University of Cincinnati
March 16-18, 2012
www.via1.org

]]> http://www.via1.org/post2/feed/ 0 We Invite You… http://www.via1.org/post1/ http://www.via1.org/post1/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 02:41:26 +0000 admin http://www.via1.org/?p=419 The VSA at the University of Cincinnati in collaboration with UVSA Midwest cordially invite you to the 10th Annual Vietnamese Interacting as One Conference.

During the conference, hundreds of students and young professionals participate in a multi-day event to hone their leadership skills, hold discussions with speakers, and explore issues in the Vietnamese-American youth community. By coming together, we can achieve solidarity as one group, to collaborate on issues concerning our communities and universities, and to encourage the growth of Vietnamese leaders.

| CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS |

> Inspiring keynote speakers
> Educational, resourceful and interactive workshops
> Formal banquet with entertainment and fine dining cuisine
> Professional and personal networking opportunities

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