Call for Nominations
If you’re interested in helping shape the future of CIVSA, consider seeking a nomination for an Executive Board or Regional Director position for the 2027–2028 CIVSA year. Learn more about the…
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26-27 Connection Groups
These virtual special interest groups provide an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another in a low-pressure environment, both personally and professionally. Check the Event Calendar…
2027 SDI Scholarships Available
We know that attending conferences can be challenging with limited office and professional development budgets. Did you know scholarships are available to attend the 2027 Student Development Institute (SDI)? See below…
Submit a Student Development Institute Session Proposal!
SDI is a national stage for students to shine! Encourage your student leaders to submit a proposal and build their public speaking skills. Not sure who’s attending yet? No problem — you…
2026-27 Involvement Form: Now Open!
We are excited to share that the 2026–2027 CIVSA Involvement Form is now open! CIVSA offers a variety of opportunities for members to get involved throughout the year, whether through committee…
CIVSA Connection Groups are expanding!
We’re thrilled to announce that we’re expanding the CIVSA Connection Groups this fall by introducing five new groups! CIVSA Connection Groups—also known as special interest groups—are designed to help members build…
CIVSA Connection Groups are here!
The goal of virtual connection groups is to have an additional space for members to connect and support one another in the ever evolving visits and events field, on both…
CIVSA Cares: Supporting our Annual Conference Region
Every year at CIVSA’s Annual Conference, we partner with a local organization on a donation campaign known as CIVSA Cares. These campaigns are a valuable opportunity for our members to…
Support from CIVSA
We write to you in support of our CIVSA members whose families, students, and communities were affected by the devastation left by Hurricane Helene across the southeast. We know the…
Committed to care and support
Hello Members, The world of higher education seems to get more complex each year. In light of the increasing number of college campuses experiencing protests and political rallies, many of…
How to Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals
During the 2024 SDI in Atlanta, GA, featured keynote speaker Tom Krieglstein delivered an interactive address that resonated with so many. As the founder, lead facilitator of Swift Kick and…
Discourse: Enhancing Member Connectivity
The CIVSA community stands as a testament to the power of collective knowledge-sharing. Fostering connections among professionals is essential for personal growth and organizational success. At the heart of CIVSA…
SDI 2024: A Student Perspective
CIVSA’s 2024 Student Development Institute (SDI) was held in Atlanta, Georgia Jan. 4 to 6. Students from across the country flocked to SDI to experience student-driven educational sessions, immense networking…
CIVSA Honors: A Journey of Dedication
For Beryl B. Bowden, her journey at New York University (NYU) began in 1988 as an administrative aid in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. Little did she know…
Join us for the 2024 Student Development Institute!
Join us in Atlanta for the 11th CIVSA Student Development Institute (SDI)! A one-of-a-kind program, this student-focused conference is the perfect place for your students to network with others, learn…
The Currency of Praise
At the 2019 Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon, featured keynote speaker Galen Emanuele delivered an interactive address that resonated with so many. Galen continues to #CultureDrop every Tuesday, providing tools…
CIVSA Internship Program
Have you considered participating in the CIVSA Internship Program? The program is designed to match students in higher education graduate programs with CIVSA member institutions for a summer internship. A major…
Re-strategize your Underrepresented Student Programs
Discover how Cal State San Bernardino re-strategized their underrepresented student programs to align with the admissions cycle and meet the demands of students at critical points of their admissions process.…
Quincy University re-opens for tours
After a long two months, we welcomed visitors back to the Quincy University campus on June 1.
Two Perspectives: Hiring and Training
The University of Iowa is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa with 32,948 students. Sabrina Tapps Fee is Assistant Director, Outreach & Recruitment, Campus Tour Program at Iowa.
Member Spotlight: Mandy Harmon
Meet CIVSA member Mandy Harmon, who works in the Admissions Office at Wichita State.
What CIVSA’s Internship Program Meant for NYU
Summer internship programs like NODA and ACUHO-I are designed to match graduate students interested in pursuing Student Affairs and Higher Education with internships at institutions across the country.