Dear Fellow NEOA Board Members, I hope you're all doing well! I'm reaching out regarding the upcoming NEOA Annual Conference, themed "Mirrors & Windows: Reflecting on Yesterday & Framing Tomorrow." We are actively seeking dynamic and engaging workshop proposals, and I know that incredible work is happening in your state! This is a great opportunity to share knowledge, best practices, and impactful programming with colleagues across the region. If you know individuals who have delivered outstanding workshops at your state conferences, institutions, or programs-or presenters with valuable insights to offer-please encourage them to submit a proposal. I'd also appreciate it if you could forward the email and link to those who would make strong presenters. https://forms.office.com/r/pggubdfNpa If anyone has concerns about meeting Friday's submission deadline, please have them reach out to me directly-I'm happy to assist in any way I can. Some suggested workshop topics include, but are not limited to: * Mental Health & Self-Care * Financial Aid & FAFSA Updates * Supporting Students with Disabilities * Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Programs * Social Media & Digital Engagement * Marketing Your Program & Outreach Strategies * Student Leadership & Development ... and so much more! A conference is only as strong as its programming, and we want to ensure our members get real value from their experience. Your help in identifying and encouraging presenters will be key to making this year's conference a success. On behalf of our members, students, and constituents, I Thank you for your leadership and support-I truly appreciate it! [Signature - Stephanie Cruz] Stephanie M. Cruz [NEOA Logo] Mirrors & Windows: Reflecting on Yesterday & Framing Tomorrow April 9-11, 2025 Crowne Plaza, Warwick, RI 02886 [cid:image004.png@01DB7BC7.4203B850] https://www.neoaonline.org/ [Facebook Logo Icon] <https://www.facebook.com/NEOAonline/> [Instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/neoa24_/> [cid:image001.png@01DB7BBD.CD758CB0]