8:00 - 9:00
Pre-Conference Registration (for those who have registered for morning pre-conference workshops)
NOTE: Pre-conference workshops require pre-registration and are subject to an additional fee. See registration form.

9:00 - 12:00
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP A (OPTIONAL EVENT)

How to be a cross-cultural communicator (E)

Presenter: Lorna Unger, Carleton University

The development of intercultural awareness begins with self-knowledge and from there moves on to knowledge of the other. In this workshop you will participate in a series of activities that you can later adapt and use with your own staff and students to promote learning about culture - the beliefs and values that shape our attitudes, decisions, and actions. Come to this workshop prepared to actively participate and learn! You will leave with a complete series of handouts and a thorough bibliography to get you started on your own cross-cultural and pre-departure training events.

Separate fee applies ($59).

9:00 - 12:00
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP B (OPTIONAL EVENT)

Foundations for Student Success: International Student Orientation - From Design to Delivery (E)

Presenters: Allison Dunnet, University of British Columbia
Ricky Ramdhaney, University of Windsor

Orientation is more than just workshops and tours! A well planned and responsive international student orientation program can decrease the need for "one on one" student advising, foster greater campus interest in internationalization, and provide a foundation for student success. Facilitators will lead participants through the steps of planning a successful orientation, including: designing for diversity, building campus-wide support, core program content, pre-orientation and transition services, student leadership/volunteers, and evaluation. Participants will work in small groups with institutions of similar student demographics.

Separate fee applies ($59).

13:00 - 18:00
Conference Registration/Information

14:00 - 17:00
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP C (OPTIONAL EVENT)

International Mobility "101" (E)

Presenters: Kate Jennings, Queen's University and colleagues

Designed for those who are new to the field of international mobility and who have responsibility for advising students on study and/or work/internship abroad opportunities, the workshop will focus on a variety of mobility related topics which may include: program promotion; types of education abroad programs; resources, services, and environment of the education abroad office; pre-departure and re-entry programming; health and safety issues, including health insurance; scholarships, awards, and financial aid. This workshop will involve a variety of delivery methods (lecture, small group work and case studies).

Separate fee applies ($59).

14:00 - 17:00
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP D (OPTIONAL EVENT)

Supervisory Skills for New Managers (E)

Presenter: Michelle Szabo Suderman, University of British Columbia

An introductory level workshop targeted at new supervisors, this session introduces key concepts related to supervision of staff in an international education office. This interactive session will include discussion and small group work. Learn more about key responsibilities of a supervisor, building teams, performance management, cultural considerations, and things every supervisor should know.

Separate fee applies ($59).

18:00 - 20:00
International Opening Reception

Join our international guests, including Embassy representatives, at the official inaugural event. Offering the chance to meet and mingle with old and new friends, the Opening Reception will make sure first-time attendees feel welcome to CBIE.