2012 Research & Planning Conference

Expanding the Research and Planning Toolkit
April 5-6, 2012  |  Materials now available

This annual conference is the largest gathering of institutional researchers and planners in the California community college system. 

The RP Conference, a two-day event, creates a space for professionals to share tools and strategies, discuss critical and current local and statewide issues, and reflect on how to make evidence-based decisions that support student success and institutional effectiveness.

The 2012 RP Conference, "Expanding the Research and Planning Toolkit," will take place Thursday-Friday, April 5-6, 2012 at the Kellogg West Conference Center in Pomona, CA. Features include twenty-one (21) informative and interactive sessions, updates from the RP Group and the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, a keynote speaker, presentation of the 2012 RP Awards, and ample networking time.

 

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Please visit the "Conference Program" link in the navigation pane on the left for full details. Features include:

- 21 sessions highlighting tools, resources, and insights addressing critical issues surrounding research, planning, and assessment
- Keynote speech by Randy Swing from the Association of Institutional Research
- Presentation of the 2012 RP Awards recognizing excellence in Research, Planning, and Thesis/Dissertation
- Statewide and national updates by the RP Group and the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office
- Numerous opportunities to connect with colleagues, old and new

 

REGISTRATION

Registration is open! Please visit the "Register Now!" link in the navigation on the pane on the left for full details including the registration form, schedule, and services.

 

SCHEDULE

The Conference starts at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 5 and ends at 4:45 p.m. on Friday, April 6.

 

COST

$225 (includes meals - Thursday lunch, Friday breakfast, Friday lunch)

(To receive a refund, you must contact the RP Group and cancel your registration by March 5. There is a $10 processing fee.)

 

LOCATION

Kellogg West Conference Center and Hotel
3801 W. Temple Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768

 

ACCOMMODATIONS

Kellogg West Hotel - $95/single or $49.50/double per night. Contact Kellogg West Hotel directly via 800-KWEST-76 (800-593-7876) to reserve your space. Ask for the RP Group rate.

 

AIRPORT SHUTTLE

Complimentary. The nearest airport is the Ontario International Airport. Contact Kellogg West directly via 800-KWEST-76 (800-593-7876) to make your complimentary shuttle reservations to and from the conference.

 

PARKING

Complimentary. The parking permit can be collected at the Front Desk upon your arrival.

 

WIRELESS HIGH-SPEED INTERNET ACCESS

Complimentary.

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