The Biannual Conference
of ALIROW
Was Held on the Beautiful Campus of the
University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
on the weekend of 25, 26, and 27 April of 2003
The Conference was hosted by
EXCELL Learning in Retirement Center
Theme - Senior Learning - The Royal Flush of Aging
Although the attendance at the
conference was less than hoped for, it was an excellent conference with many
ideas passed among the attending groups for improving the participation,
curriculum, organization, campus and outside support, and social enjoyment among
the members.
The EXCELL members led by Mary Pace did an outstanding job of
planning and executing this meeting. Thanks to all.
Some notes from the convention follow. In the near future,
more of the ideas expressed at the
conference will appear in this space.
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Opening Address Searching for Grant Money
Dr. Dawn Neuman |
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Dr. Dawn Neuman UNLV Interim Vice Provost (first session) and Elise Hanseman UNLV EXCELL (second session) went through a Power Point presentation put together for EXCELL's Publicity Chair to use to solicit new members. The presentation was designed to use interesting graphics, pictures and short, punchy dialogue to encourage people to join. Each Power Point picture leads into the next picture to present who, where, what, why, how much. It's designed as a 12 minute presentation with a script so the message is always the same. Offered to clubs, organizations, senior communities, whatever. Followed with a Q and A segment. , |
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Dawn recommended looking pitiful and trying to get used equipment as college upgrades. Her motto -"No shame." Or could have a fund-raiser. Prices are way down now. Laptop and projector Under $3,000.00. She is willing to send you a disc with the printed format. Add your own pictures. Why reinvent the wheel? She can be reached: |
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(702) 895-3394 This is the switchboard. They will transfer. outreach.unlv.edu/excell.htm |
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She can attach it to E-mail if you want. |
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Discussion: have a written plan. So many avenues to try: |
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try to use university resource staff making a video is inexpensive and can be used many ways cable companies Public Service Announcements attach your group to any sponsor publicity that you can doctors'/dentists' offices beauticians press releases -must be timely and always have a picture develop a website, use links with other sites drop off a business card wherever you go Welcome Wagon Church bulletins, real estate offices if near the campus go to marketing person at senior communities. Have better luck use the ads in theaters -very inexpensive join with another community organization (maybe arts council) "Each one, Reach one" campaign with members |
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GET IT IN WRITING |
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Anne Pearson and Elizabeth Seton Stone |
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Administrations change, as do organizations. It's important to have agreements in writing. How are you organized. Be sure documents are signed and dated. |
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A Charter says here we are, we exist and why. Put it in your catalog and hang on the wall. Mission Statement or Memorandum of Understanding similar. A Constitution should be positive and general -who you are, what you're going to do. Entire membership should vote on it. By-Laws can be changed by the Governing Council. Policies are a legal document that spell out how you do things. Committee would meet with chairs, think ofwhat do and eliminate side paths that could cause problems. A master policy tells you what to do. Procedures tell you how to do the policies. Usually detailed.
Make sure you are established as an LIR.
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If changes occur, negotiate over them with your sponsor.Depending on the size of your group, the type of documentation you require may differ, BUT GET IT IN WRITING! Use your name/acronym/slogan/whatever on brochures and pamphlets, websites and links, T -shirts and mugs, any place.
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Following are CLEs Charter and Mission Statement. Constitution and Bylaws are available through CLE, if you are interested. CLE has really done a great job of "Getting It In Writing." |
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CONTINUING LEARNING EXPERIENCES (CLE) CHARTER |
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Residing in Orange County are many retired and semi-retired persons who are very knowledgeable and broadly experienced in many intellectual and professional fields and who appreciate and value learning. These persons have a strong desire to continue their intellectual pursuits in a university environment. They also constitute a substantial reservoir of knowledge and experience that should be maintained and enhanced through continuing study, both for the well-being of the individuals involved as well as for the contributions they can make to the University and the community at large. To organize this group and to meet their special needs, California State University, Fullerton authorizes by this Charter' the establishment of the program for CONTINUING LEARNING EXPERIENCES which will be an integral part of the University, community, functioning under the direction and supervision of the Office of Extended Education. As a program within the University its members can learn and teach in self-directed study groups and participate in the academic programs of the University. The organization, operation, support, membership requirements, privileges, fees and facilities provided by the University will be in accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws of the program for Continuing Learning Experiences as approved by its membership and the President of California State University, Fullerton, or its designated representatives. |
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