Some people say, there s not enough money at my school to go to more than one meeting a year. For many years I have paid my own way to the regional meeting. Because travel funds are short, I often save my request for the expensive, national meeting. I can afford to pay my way to the regional meeting and I see it as an investment in my career that is worth it to me. The people at SW are real nice, its easy to get involved, and there is no pressure like there often is at the national meeting.
W e are part of a profession and there are lots of ways of experiencing the profession.
I feel like I have been called to do, with others who share the same calling. Think about it and encourage your colleagues who don t normally join us at Southwest to get involved . Reflections On will be a continuing series in which SWAM members can share their professional experiences and observations. The sessions will feature administrators and faculty who have recently dealt with the accreditation process. The workshops should prove helpful for Associate Deans and members of Accreditation committees, but everyone is welcome to attend and learn more about the accreditation process.