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CDPI Spring Conference 2016, April 22, 2016

  • 22 Apr 2016
  • 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Ivy Tech Conference Center in Marion, IN

Registration

  • Quarter page branding space in our annual newsletter, 50% discount on exhibit space at Fall & Spring Conferences, member rate for conference attendees from your organization for sponsorship year.
  • Exhibit/Vendor
  • One free conference registration for sponsorship year, half-page branding space in our annual newsletter and Fall & Spring conference programs, e-mail outreach to membership once per year with your logo and branding, complementary exhibit space at one conference, two minute speaking opportunity at one annual conference prior to a breakout session.
  • Member price available for current CDPI members only.
  • Two free conference registrations for sponsorship year, full-page branding space in our annual newsletter and Fall & Spring conference programs, e-mail outreach to membership twice per year with your logo and branding, opportunity to make presentation at one board meeting per sponsorship year and complementary exhibit space at Fall & Spring conferences.
  • One free conference registration for sponsorship year, quarter-page branding space in our annual newsletter and Fall & Spring conference programs, complementary exhibit space at one conference.
  • Graduate and undergraduate students are welcomed and encouraged to attend.

Spring 2016 Conference:
Generation Z - Engaging a New Generation with New Careers

Friday, April 22, 2016

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST

Ivy Tech Marion Conference Center

261 Commerce Drive

Marion, IN 46953

We are seeking energetic and unique proposals from people within the Career Services field as well as other professionals who can lend their expertise to those of us in the field.  We are encouraging everyone to submit a proposal idea, whether you are new to the event or have been involved in the past.  We would like to make the most of our reserved rooms, so please make sure that your proposal is in by March 25th!


Questions about the Conference? 

Contact Paul Werling (conference.chair@cdpi.org) and Jaime Frey (conference.co-chair@cdpi.org).


Hotel Rooms Still Available!
Comfort Suites in Marion
1345 N Baldwin Ave, Marion, IN 46952
(765) 651-1006

When you call, make sure to press #2 in the menu to connect to the Front Desk to get access to the block of rooms reserved. The special conference rate is $89/room - just let them know you are with the CDPI Conference April 21-22.


Information for Submitting a Proposal

All proposals must be sent to  to conference.programming@cdpi.org by March 25, 2016.  Please type a brief description of your topic and how it will impact the Career Services field in IN.

Topics could include, but are not limited to:

  • Ways technology can be used with Gen Z
  • Employers Strategies for Engaging with Students Virtually and In-Person
  • Gen Z: Born into The Age of Technology
  • Ad hoc, on-demand learning and development learning for Gen Z
  • Savvy Technology: Use it on the Job Hunt & Finding the Perfect Candidate

Presentation Required

Presenters are required to submit a final copy of their presentation  and bio in a PC version of Power Point, which will be posted on the CDPI website.  Presentations are due on or before April 21, 2016 (day before the conference).


Changes and Cancellations

Once the program schedule has been finalized, changes cannot be made. While situations may arise that might cause a presenter to cancel his/her presentation, CDPI encourages presenters to seek every possible alternative, including finding a substitute or co-presenter, prior to making a decision to withdraw from the conference.

With your suggestions we hope to make this a conference you will remember!

Thanks,

Erin Bruce & Sarah Wild
Program/Breakout Sessions Co-Chairs

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

We're excited to host you in Bloomington, Indiana on the beautiful Indiana University Campus, home of the Indiana Hoosiers. 

As you book your trip, don’t forget: Bloomington is on Eastern Daylight Time—in case you are coming from Central Time.  Hotel accommodation fills up quickly, so make your reservation soon!

We’ve reserved a limited number of rooms at the Hyatt Place and Grant Street Inn in downtown Bloomington, a short walk from where the conference is hosted on campus. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

                     


  • Location:Indiana Memorial Union, 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405
  • Our conference will start in the Georgian Room on the first floor of the IMU (click here for map)
  • Parking: There will be some parking available at the IMU, which is $2.50 per half hour or daily rate of $28. Cash and credit card is accepted. There is also hourly parking available downtown in the Poplars Parking Garage and at the Henderson Garage. More parking information is HERE. 


Things To Do In Bloomington

We're excited to show you around and know you'll enjoy our beautiful campus and city with our pre-conference events.  If you are looking for additional things to explore here are a few gems to consider!

Want more recommendations? Click Here!

Accessibility Accommodations

The CDPI strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Rachel Gerber at rsgerber@iu.edu.


Career Development Professionals of Indiana

Questions or suggestions for our website?

Contact the Director of Digital Communications at prcommunications@cdpi.org. 

Career Development Professionals of Indiana, Inc., P.O. Box 2745, Indianapolis, IN 46206.

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