Join us for the 2022 conference in Albany, New York.
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Conference Dates
October 23, 2022
October 24, 2022
October 25, 2022
October 26, 2022
Conference Location
Desmond Hotel Albany
660 Albany Shaker Road Albany , NY 12211
Empire State, Global Presence
The 2022 Region X Conference will take place in Albany, New York. Learn, network, and engage with IE professionals dedicated to advancing the field of international education at the Region X Conference! Build lasting partnerships with peers and institutions from across the region and around the world.
Conference Registration
| Full Conference | Regular/Onsite |
|---|---|
| Nonmember | $600 |
| Member | $450 |
| Student Member; Retired Member; Life Member; RISE Fellows; Academy Trainees | $330 |
Health and Safety
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for In-Person Attendees
NAFSA considers the safety of all those onsite at 2022 Regional Conferences as our top priority including our attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and event staff. In an effort to host a safe and productive event, we pledge to follow all guidelines and requirements set by state and local authorities as well as Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines.
NAFSA will require proof of full COVID-19 vaccination for all participants, including all conference registrants, exhibitors, NAFSA staff, vendor partners, and guests. If you have received all recommended doses of a COVID-19 vaccine as authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or listed for emergency use by the World Health Organization (WHO), then you are considered to be fully vaccinated.
Check acceptable COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine proof here. All doses of authorized and approved vaccines must be completed two weeks prior to your arrival at the event. Attendees will receive communication and further instruction on how to easily submit their vaccination credentials in their registration confirmation email, and can also submit vaccination credentials here:
Individual Accountability
NAFSA has preventive measures in place to reduce the spread of COVID-19. NAFSA cannot, however, guarantee that attendees will properly social-distance and that its attendees will not become infected with COVID-19. Attendees agree to COVID-19 specific terms & conditions of attendance as part of the registration process.
If you have tested positive for COVID-19, are waiting for COVID-19 test results, have COVID-19 symptoms, or have had close contact with a person who has tested positive for or who has symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. Be sure to practice everyday preventive actions, including but not limited to social distancing, washing hands often, and monitoring your health daily.
On-Site Safety
On-site safety practices include:
- Masks are required for all attendees at the conference except for when actively eating or drinking. Participants are responsible for providing their own masks.
- Reminders to socially distance when appropriate, wash your hands often, cover your cough, or sneeze and stay away if you are sick.
- Prior to arriving, we encourage each attendee to do the following:
- Be sure to register and upload your proof of vaccination PRIOR to arriving onsite to reduce congestion and forming of lines in the registration area.
- Monitor your daily health and self-assessment prior to traveling.
- Event Management has the right to remove or exclude anyone from the event if they do not follow our Health & Safety policies or do not follow Health & Safety instructions set forth by the Event or venue staff.
Public health guidance on preventing the transmission of COVID-19 continues to evolve, and NAFSA will base its on-site protocol on the latest guidance from the CDC in addition to local regulations.
Hotel Information
Desmond Hotel Albany
660 Albany Shaker Road
Albany, NY 12211
Program and Schedule
The Region X Conference schedule is now available! Through the Online Planner you can view the time, room, presenters, descriptions, and learning objectives of the sessions. You can also star the events you're interested in and create your own conference agenda, to view on the mobile webpage at the conference! There is also information on Sponsors, Exhibitors, and more!
Additional Events
For any questions about the below additional events, please email [email protected].
Newcomer Session
Is this your first time attending the Region X Conference? If yes, this session is for you! Please join us for useful resources and meeting fellow newcomers.
Silent Auction
Silent Auction features baskets packed with various items from New York, New Jersey, and more to raise money for regional grants. If you can help by donating a basket for the event, please reach out to us at [email protected]!
Resume Review
Region X would love to help you make your resume stand out! Join us for a one on one resume review session to gain valuable insight from a Region X mentor.
Fun Run
Join in the tradition of the Region X Fun Run/Walk. All participant registrations include a Region X Fun Run t-shirt.
Barre Class
Let's burn some calories, strengthen those arms and legs, and tone those abs! Join us for a 45 minute in-person or virtual morning energy barre class.
Case Study Competition
Region X is launching its inaugural case study competition at this year's Conference. Collaborate with colleagues to solve a shared challenge and win fun prizes! Please fill out this form to register as a participant, judge or mentor. More information can be found on our handout here.
Volunteering
Volunteering is a fun way to network while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the Conference. It is open to Conference attendees of all backgrounds and experience levels, and we have many opportunities to help in areas such as registration, session moderating, special events, and more. Please sign up here to volunteer and help make our Conference a resounding success!
Mentor/Mentee Program
We will be hosting a mentorship program at the conference to foster networking and knowledge sharing between newer IE professionals and more experienced IE professionals.
Paint and Sip
Join us for an unforgettable evening with friends, painting, and sips galore! Painting supplies and networking opportunities provided. Bring your creativity, imagination, and prepare to have fun with Region X peeps!
NAFSA Region X Discovers Albany
Join us in exploring Albany, the capital of New York State! We'll make a visit to the Capitol which has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880s. The building is a marvel of late 19th century architectural grandeur, built by hand of solid masonry over a period of 32 years. There will also an opportunity to volunteer in the local community before returning to the conference hotel. Full schedule to be announced.
Region X Hoodie
You can purchase a Region X hoodie to help us raise money for Regional grants! It will be $15 at registration and $20 on-site.
Preconference Workshops
| Workshop |
Nonmember |
Member | Student Member; Retired Member; Life Member; RISE Fellows; Academy Trainees | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-1 Student Advising for Beginners | $400 | $300 | $220 |
A must-have training for the new Designated School Official (DSO) to jump-start their career. The workshop offers new advisers a key foundation for understanding the compliance role of the DSO. Participants will benefit from a solid combination of specific knowledge that can be applied to common scenarios as well as understanding how and where to find the regulations for further reading and research. The workshop materials serve as current resources for referral when the DSO is back in the office confronting the daily tasks of advising F-1 students. Following this workshop, participants will be able to:
This workshop is designed for F-1 student advisers with less than one year experience; others who are interested in understanding the fundamentals of the DSO role. |
| J-1 Advising for Beginners | $400 | $300 | $220 |
This essential training, geared for the new Responsible Officer or Alternate Responsible Officer, covers all of the basic regulatory aspects of the J Exchange Visitor Program. New advisers will gain a relevant overview of the current regulatory issues as well as the opportunity to think through how these concepts are applied to your specific educational context. Following this workshop, participants will be able to:
This workshop is designed for International Student and Scholar Advisers, new Responsible Officers (RO) and Alternate Responsible Officers (ARO), and administrators working with an existing J-1 program. |
Exhibitor and Sponsor Information
Contact the NAFSA Region X Marketing and Development Representative for any questions:
Carlo E. Fabros - [email protected], 1.617.321.3230