"Thriving Through Change"

Reimagining Leadership, Learning, and Well-being

In a time of rapid change and increasing demands in both higher education and the workplace, it's time to challenge outdated mindsets and embrace a more energized, resilient, and reality-based approach to leadership, learning, and personal wellness. This transformative conference invites you to step outside traditional boundaries and into a space where innovation meets authenticity.

You’ll leave not only with new tools but a renewed sense of purpose.

Conference Sessions

Take part in the engaging, interactive sessions for 2025.

Leading Forward

Energizing Teams, Reimagining Learning, and Thriving Together
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Leadership in Higher Education during Turbulent Times

How to Rebuild our Inquiry-Based Society
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Re-ignite your Passion

(With Grit and Perseverance)
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Transformational Experiences

Radically Re-envisioning the University for the Future
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Rooted and Rising

Rediscovering your Why
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COSA Feud

Put Your Knowledge to the Test
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Panel Discussion

Best Practice for Staff Council Representatives
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Registration & Payment

The cost to attend the conference is $175.

To simplify your registration experience, you have two convenient options: pay by check or use our secure online card payment system.

To pay by check, please submit your registration form to receive an invoice. You will have the option to mail your check in advance prior to the day of the conference.

Make Check Payable To: VSU Council of Staff Affairs.
Mail Check To: 1500 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698

Accommodations

Holiday Inn and Conference Center
Click here to book now.
Event Rate: $115

Hilton Garden Hotel
Please call 229-219-1011. Double queen and single king rooms available.
Event Rate: $119
Breakfast: $10.95

Drury Plaza Hotel Valdosta
Click here to book now or call 229-253-0023 and use corporate code 322669.
Event Rate
: $110

Event Location

University Center
1203 N Patterson St.
Valdosta, GA 31698
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Contact VSU COSA

Chair, Lynette Hepburn-Richardson:
lmhepburn@valdosta.edu | 229-333-5942

Chair Elect, Alan Sanderson:
amsanderson@valdosta.edu | 229-333-5880


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