Omicron Delta Kappa deeply recognizes circle advisors’ contribution to our circles’ health and viability. A key focus of OΔK’s 2022-2024 Strategic Plan involves providing more training and support to advisors, as OΔK’s role as a national leadership honor society requires more dedication and involvement from you compared to other advising roles. To support this effort, the Society offers the Circle Advisor Training Workshop. This two-day program features dynamic speakers, opportunities to engage with fellow advisors, and support from the OΔK national headquarters team. You will leave with a deeper understanding of the Society, resources and support to fulfill and enjoy your advising responsibilities, and a new network of colleagues to call on for advice. This event is focused on advisors who are relatively new to the role, generally within the past two years.
DATES: 2024 CATW dates will be announced soon.
REGISTRATION: Limited to 40 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis
LOCATION: The Alexandrian Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia | View Map – Attendees will make their reservations with a block booking number provided after registration.
COST: There is no registration fee for this event. OΔK will cover the costs for the Friday night hotel stay, meals (Friday evening reception; Saturday breakfast and lunch), hotel parking, and event materials.
TRANSPORTATION: Attendees must cover their travel expenses.
Testimonials
“I thought it was beneficial – not just to learn about the value that OΔK has to offer circles and students (and alumni, etc.) but to network and feel supported with others who are working toward similar goals. I am very grateful that you were willing to make this available to us, and just appreciate the enthusiasm, time, expertise and wonderful attitudes of service demonstrated this weekend.”
-Leah Adinolfi, Faculty Advisor, East Tennessee State University (2022 CATW attendee)
“My participation in the CATW brought back wonderful memories of my time as a collegiate member of OΔK, the rich friendships I made and the learning and leadership we cultivated amongst each other and for our campus.”
-Kim McMahon, Circle Coordinator, University of South Carolina (2022 CATW attendee)
Schedule
Download the detailed schedule. CATW 2023 Schedule
Friday, Jan. 6 (begins at 7 p.m.)
- Welcome Activities
- Advisor Reception – get to know your fellow advisors over refreshments
Saturday, Jan. 7 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
- Breakfast
- What is Advising?
- Leadership in OΔK
- Personal Expectations, Opportunities, and Rewards
- Lunch
- Recognizing Leadership Across Campus and Creating Collaboration
- Resources and Strategies for Success
- Closing Remarks
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington
Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington (He/Him/His) has served as an educator, administrator, and consultant in higher education for over 36 years. He is the President & Founder of the Washington Consulting Group (WCG), which was named by the Economist as one of the Top 10 Global Diversity Consultants in the world. A dedicated educator, Dr. Washington is also an invited instructor in the Harvard Graduate School of Education and the Lancaster Theological Seminary. He is the President and Co-Founder of the Social Justice Training Institute and a Past President of the American College Personnel Association (ACPA).
Known as the “The Engagement Specialist,” Dr. Washington sees himself as an instrument of change reaching beyond higher education to working with an extensive list of diverse corporate, non-profit, government, and faith organization clients, from Starbucks to The Peace Corps. Dr. Washington currently serves as the Pastor of Unity Fellowship Church of Baltimore and is an Elder in the Unity Fellowship Church Movement.
Adding to a long list of authored work, Dr. Washington is busy writing two books: “The Ride to the Airport: The real stories about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” and “Called Out, To Serve: LGBTQ+ Clergy, Answering the Call to Ministry.”
Over his career, Dr. Jamie Washington has received many awards and honors, including the University of Maryland Baltimore County’s Legends of Excellence Award for his contribution to the lives and education of Black and LatinX faculty, staff, and students. He is also a proud member of Omicron Delta Kappa and was a keynote speaker for National Leadership Conference.
For more information, visit: https://washingtonconsultinggroup.net/jamie-washington
Nancy Hunter Denney
Nancy Hunter Denney brings four decades of passion for educating college students and providing content-rich professional development for those who serve them. The manner in which she has actualized this passion has taken many shapes and sizes over the years, landing her in the current role of speaker, writer, and event planner.
Her career began in student affairs at Case Western Reserve University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. In 1993 the entrepreneurial spirit took over, and Ms. Denney hit the road as a professional speaker where she focused on non-profit helping organizations, women’s leadership organizations, and higher education. Her high-energy speaking style and dynamic keynote presentations brought her to over 1000 college campuses and to hundreds of state, regional, and national conferences. She has appeared on the national stage with financial advice expert Suze Orman, news correspondent Soledad O’Brien, and talk show host Dr. Phil. Nancy has presented at two OΔK National Leadership Conferences.
Ms. Denney is the author of or contributing author to seven books. Her most recent releases include The Lead365 Reflections Journal, Wisdom Along the Way: Writings on Life and Leadership, Zing! 21 Insights on Maximizing Your Influence – 3rd Edition (Foreword by Dr. Ken Blanchard) and The Now Factors of College Success – 2nd Edition, with Jermaine Davis and Michael Miller. Life by Design was her first book.
Not only is Ms. Denney an avid writer, but she also serves as the editor and project manager for her own publishing company called Zing! Publishing, established in 2010. She welcomes the opportunity to support individuals seeking an inexpensive way to produce hundreds of books at a cost-plus model.
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CANCELLATION/NO SHOW FEES: Because OΔK is agreeing to cover the costs of hotel and meals, we are required to provide final numbers several business days in advance. If an attendee cancels after December 20, 2022, or fails to show, Omicron Delta Kappa will invoice the circle/institution for the full amount of the hotel and meals. When registering for the program, attendees indicate that they have read this cancellation/no-show clause and agree to its terms.
COVID EVENT PROTOCOL: Although the pandemic is easing, we continue to assess the risks in the area local to the event and the current status in the United States. In keeping with the Society’s duty of care and the responsibility as host, O∆K has implemented safety requirements for the Circle Advisors Training Workshop. We ask that all attendees be vaccinated and boosted unless it poses a health risk. We may ask non-vaccinated individuals to be tested if the situation nearer the date of the event requires additional measures. Masking options will be determined as we approach the date of the program.
