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Friday, July 21
 

TBA

BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels

SHOPPING HOURS

Friday 7/21
11:00am – 6:30pm:  BB Shop (Briscoe (C105))
11:00am – 5:00pm:  BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Willkie/Union)
7:00pm – 8:00pm & 9:45pm – 10:45pm: BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Auditorium)

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Full BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels schedule under BBLC Resources PG
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11:00am EDT

Conference Registration

Friday July 21, 2017 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Biddle Hotel 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

11:00am EDT

11:30am EDT

Lunch

Friday July 21, 2017 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

11:30am EDT

12:00pm EDT

12:00pm EDT

Welcome Activity: Board Games & Snacks

Join for fun and games in McNutt Formal Lounge (second floor)


Friday July 21, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
McNutt Residence Center 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

12:00pm EDT

Welcome Activity: Leadership Roundtables & Discussions

Join your new friends for leadership activities and roundtable discussions in the Briscoe: Informal Lounge (C120)


Friday July 21, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Briscoe Residence Center

12:00pm EDT

Welcome Activity: Movie Lounge

Movies and relaxing in McNutt Formal Lounge (second floor)


Friday July 21, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
McNutt Residence Center 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

12:00pm EDT

Welcome Activity: Zumba, Games, Dance-offs & Fun

Zumba classes, hula hooping, dance-offs, and fun in the McNutt South Quad!


Friday July 21, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
McNutt Residence Center 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

4:30pm EDT

4:30pm EDT

5:00pm EDT

Welcome Reception

Friday July 21, 2017 5:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:00pm EDT

11:00pm EDT

Dormitory Floor Meeting
Please attend the meeting on the floor of your respective dormitory . 


Friday July 21, 2017 11:00pm - 11:30pm EDT
Briscoe or McNutt Residence Centers
 
Saturday, July 22
 

TBA

BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels

SHOPPING HOURS

Saturday 7/22
6:30am – 8:15am: BB Shop (Briscoe (C105)) & BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Wright Quad)
11:45 pm – 1:15pm: BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Wright Quad)
5:30pm – 7:30pm: BB Shop (Briscoe (C105))
8:00pm – 10:00pm: BB Shop on Wheels – BBFW (Parked onsite @ Dunn Meadow)

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Full BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels schedule under BBLC Resources PG
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6:45am EDT

Breakfast

Saturday July 22, 2017 6:45am - 8:15am EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

6:45am EDT

8:00am EDT

Breakfast

Saturday July 22, 2017 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:30am EDT

Keynote Speaker: Aloha!
Speakers
avatar for Kevin Wanzer

Kevin Wanzer

Motivational Comedian, Kevin Wanzer: Empowering Audiences, One Laugh at a Time
Motivational comedian Kevin Wanzer has been earning rave reviews for over thirty years, and reaching diverse audiences in refreshing ways is all he has ever known. He has been noted nationally as one of the most effective and entertaining speakers for inspiring and empowering audiences... Read More →



Saturday July 22, 2017 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Indiana University Auditorium 1211 E 7t St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:00am EDT

Welcome and Mission Moment

Saturday July 22, 2017 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:15am EDT

Introductions and Board Goals
Saturday July 22, 2017 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:30am EDT

Disability Advocacy
Speakers
avatar for Anastasia Somoza

Anastasia Somoza

Consultant, Shield Institute
Anastasia was born and raised in New York City, is fluent in both English and Spanish, and has been a disability rights advocate and human rights defender since the age of nine.  Currently she works as a consultant with the Shield Institute, an organization that enables people with... Read More →



Saturday July 22, 2017 9:30am - 9:45am EDT
Indiana University Auditorium 1211 E 7t St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:45am EDT

Keynote Speaker: Champion of Choices
Speakers
avatar for Marc Mero

Marc Mero

Founder and Chairman, Champion of Choices
Former WWE Wrestling Champion, Marc Mero, has an extraordinary ability to connect with young people, not because of his former wrestling career but because of his personal story of overcoming insurmountable obstacles throughout his life to achieve success. Marc Mero's enthusiasm is... Read More →



Saturday July 22, 2017 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Indiana University Auditorium 1211 E 7t St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:15am EDT

State of the States
Saturday July 22, 2017 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:45am EDT

Volunteer Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
Saturday July 22, 2017 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Light the Torch
See meeting classroom list for room assignments

Saturday July 22, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

11:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Light the Torch
Advisory Gallery Walk

Saturday July 22, 2017 11:00am - 12:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:15am EDT

Ice Breakers

Saturday July 22, 2017 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:15am EDT

Lunch

Saturday July 22, 2017 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

11:30am EDT

Donor Relations Guru
Speakers
avatar for Lynne Wester

Lynne Wester

Donor Relations Guru, Donor Relations Guru Group
Lynne Wester strongly believes that donor relations is the key to unlocking fundraising success and that organizations must be as dedicated to the donor experience, or DX, as they are to the ask itself. Sometimes referred to as the Olivia Pope of fundraising, Lynne helps organizations... Read More →



Saturday July 22, 2017 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:00pm EDT

Lunch

Saturday July 22, 2017 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:15pm EDT

Lunch

Saturday July 22, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

12:15pm EDT

High School Lunch - CLICK HERE FOR YOUR LUNCH LOCATION
GROUP 1 - MCNUTT DINING HALL
Wisconsin, Nevada, Arizona, Missouri, Ohio, New  York, Illinois, Florida

GROUP 2 - INDIANA MEMORIAL UNION, ALUMNI HALL SOLARIUM 
Maryland, New Hampshire, Expansion, Kentucky, North Carolina, Iowa, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts

GROUP 3 - MCNUTT DINING HALL
California, Indiana, Capital Region, Hawaii, New Mexico, Tennessee, Connecticut, Delaware, Texas


Saturday July 22, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
SEE DESCRIPTION FOR YOUR GROUPS LUNCH LOCATION

12:15pm EDT

Lunch

Saturday July 22, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Food Court 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome and Icebreaker
Saturday July 22, 2017 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome & Icebreaker
Saturday July 22, 2017 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:30pm EDT

Lunch

Saturday July 22, 2017 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:30pm EDT

Lunch & Learn
State of the States: Stephanie Moore, Vice President

Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Moore

Stephanie Moore

Vice President, State Development & Mission Advancement, Best Buddies International



Saturday July 22, 2017 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Georgian Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Best Buddies Basics
Saturday July 22, 2017 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Your Best Buddies Story
Saturday July 22, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:15pm EDT

Donor Relations Guru
Speakers
avatar for Lynne Wester

Lynne Wester

Donor Relations Guru, Donor Relations Guru Group
Lynne Wester strongly believes that donor relations is the key to unlocking fundraising success and that organizations must be as dedicated to the donor experience, or DX, as they are to the ask itself. Sometimes referred to as the Olivia Pope of fundraising, Lynne helps organizations... Read More →



Saturday July 22, 2017 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:15pm EDT

Goal Setting

Saturday July 22, 2017 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome & Icebreaker
Saturday July 22, 2017 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome & Icebreaker
Saturday July 22, 2017 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Light the Torch
Middle school advisors to join at 2:00 p.m.

Saturday July 22, 2017 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Light the Torch
Saturday July 22, 2017 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Hodge Hall Classrooms 1309 E 10th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: A Leader’s Legacy
See meeting classroom list for room assignments

Saturday July 22, 2017 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Call to Action
Saturday July 22, 2017 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Best Buddies Basics
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Empowering Leaders
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: The Gift of Goals
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Focusing on the Mission
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: The Gift of Goals
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: You Best Buddies Story
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:15pm EDT

Program Breakout: A Leader’s Legacy
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Hodge Hall Classrooms 1309 E 10th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:30pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building, Lobby 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Call to Action
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building, Lobby 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Communication Best Practices
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Building a Strong Chapter
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practical Leadership
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practical Leadership
Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Communication and Your Community
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

As a chapter leader, navigating the many types of relationships that support your program are critical to Best Buddies success on your campus and in your community. This workshop will provide best practicies and techniques for developing and fostering the right types of relationships to best support your participants amongst host sites, with support agencies, families, sponsors and school administrators.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1235 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: e-Buddies: Developing Friendships One E-mail at a Time
Limited Capacity seats available

Block One Only; Leaders will learn the basics about e-Buddies, how it fits into the mission of BBI and the benefits of bringing this program to your chapter participants and community members.  By being involved in Best Buddies Colleges and e-Buddies, your participants are further expanding their network of friendships and their experience with the mission of Best Buddies.  This workshop will also provide opportunities to engage and involve associate members.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1002 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Engaging Your Campus and Community: A Lasting Impact
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

This workshop will share how to best integrate peers, leaders, other campus organizations, and members of the community in your vision of the Best Buddies chapter. We will explore how these connections can support your chapter, the buddies, and others in the community, as well as spread the mission of Best Buddies.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2275 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Establishing Excellence: Accountability in Your Officer Corps
Limited Capacity filling up

In an effective officer corps, everyone understands how to contribute in ways that support the chapter outcomes; this teamwork results in success above and beyond what any individual could accomplish alone.  This workshop will focus on creating a cohesive officer corps in which each officer is assigned, understands, and values their responsibilities that work towards creating a stronger, well managed chapter.    

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1004 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Fundraising and Beyond
Limited Capacity seats available

Resources for impactful ways to fundraise. Workshop will highlight ideas and goals for leaders to network, strategize partnerships, and plan events to gain funds and donors.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1120 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Going Above & Beyond
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Feel like you've got a handle on chapter management and are leading an awesome club? This workshop will help you go the extra mile to further enhance your chapter's impact and outreach. Tools and resources for connecting with the community, involvement in fundraising to expand programs statewide, and improving chapter involvement for other chapters will be explored in this workshop.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1201 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Make Your Chapter Rock! Tools for New & Expanding Chapters
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

From recruiting to fundraising to event planning, learn how to make your Best Buddies chapter the most rocking club on campus! This session is designed for new chapters and those chapters who need a little spark

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3125 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Managing Success
Limited Capacity seats available

Leaders will learn specific tools, strategies, and skills to maximize success and ensure their _x000D_leadership results in sustainable friendships, strong leadership, and a positive impact.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1250 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: More than Acceptance: College Inclusion for Students with IDD
Limited Capacity seats available

You’ve probably seen those viral videos of young people with disabilities opening acceptance letters to colleges, but did you know that, until the last 25 years, students with IDD were not welcomed as college students? Attend this session to find out how more and more U.S. institutes of higher education have created post-secondary education programs for students with IDD. We will cover the history of these programs, an overview of what their outcomes are, and suggestions for how Best Buddies can partner with existing programs or advocate for the creation of new ones.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1006 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Peer to Peer Networking: Chapter Meetings and Activities
Limited Capacity filling up

In this workshop students will have the opportunity to learn from their peers in round-table discussions that focus on planning and implementing accessible chapter activities

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3115 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Peer to Peer Networking: Chapter Meetings and Activities
Limited Capacity filling up

In this workshop students will have the opportunity to learn from their peers in round-table discussions that focus on planning and implementing accessible chapter activities

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Classroom Building - 2271 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Sensitivity Training: Getting to Know Your Buddy - Not Their Disability
Limited Capacity seats available

Our programs have a unique opportunity to provide lifechanging friendships for people with and without disabilities. The purpose of Best Buddies is to introduce individuals to each other through inclusive activities and relationship building, not to study the nuances of disability, but rather focus on the person. This session will explore how you can set the expectation for participants and share available resources if/when a sensitivity training about IDD is necessary and appropriate.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3025 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: Taking Care of Business
Limited Capacity seats available

This workshop focuses on the best practices to reach Best Buddies goals and deadlines on campus and online. This will cover hard and soft deadlines and the smartest ways for your chapter to meet every goal with ease.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1255 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: What's Next for You?!
Limited Capacity seats available

Already thinking about your future with the Best Buddies organization after you graduate? This workshop will share ways to engage with the Alumni Association to stay connected with your friends and continue sharing your impact with this powerful mission in the "real world."

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2280 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Workshop: What's Your Story?
Limited Capacity seats available

Before you can successfully share your Best Buddies story with a potential donor, supporter, new participant, legislator or guy in line at the coffee shop that asks about your cool BBI t-shirt, it helps to spend some time developing your message. Workshop will give you an opportunity to work on your own story, as well as tips and strategies for maximizing the power of your delivery.

Saturday July 22, 2017 2:45pm - 3:35pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2101 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Telling Your Story
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:00pm EDT

Partnership Panel
Speakers
avatar for Tommy McFLY

Tommy McFLY

Multimedia Host, CBS
If the Washington Post is right – and Tommy McFly is the “local Ryan Seacrest” – then he’s the multi-platform voice, anchor, and host for the world’s most powerful city and its media ambassador to the rest of the nation. An only child Gemini, rescue dog-loving millennial... Read More →
avatar for Thomas Nucaro

Thomas Nucaro

VP & Chief Tax Officer, Sammons Financial Group Member Companies
Thomas Nucaro is the Vice President & Chief Tax Officer with Sammons Financial Group Member Companies in Iowa, where he also serves as Co-Chair, Community Involvement Committee. Mr. Nucaro is also a Best Buddies Iowa State Advisory Board Member.
avatar for Derek  Smith

Derek Smith

Senior Vice President Commercial Banking, Associated Bank
Derek Smith serves as Chairman of the Best Buddies Wisconsin Advisory Board, which he joined in 2012. Derek also presently serves as co-chair of Associate Forward Abilities Network (AFAN), a colleague resource group supporting individuals with disabilities. He also serves as a member... Read More →
avatar for Sam Spiritos

Sam Spiritos

Managing Shareholder, Shulman Rogers
Best Buddies Maryland Advisory Board Chairman Corporate Walk Chair for the Best Buddies Maryland Friendship Walk
avatar for Mark Walker

Mark Walker

Vice President, Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Mark is responsible for delivering value to i4cp’s member organizations.  With two decades of human capital experience, he works closely with his team to help members use high-performance organization research and data to strategically prioritize their workforce initiatives... Read More →


Saturday July 22, 2017 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, University Club 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Conversational Advocacy
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:15pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Conference Lounge 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:15pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room West 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, In 47405

3:15pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Hodge Hall Courtyard 1309 E 10th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:30pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Conference Lounge 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:30pm EDT

Break
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Conference Lounge 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Focusing on the Mission
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:30pm EDT

Jobs Networking Preparation

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Telling Your Story
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Communication and Your Community
Limited Capacity filling up

As a chapter leader, navigating the many types of relationships that support your program are critical to Best Buddies success on your campus and in your community. This workshop will provide best practicies and techniques for developing and fostering the right types of relationships to best support your participants amongst host sites, with support agencies, families, sponsors and school administrators.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1235 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Engaging Your Campus and Community: A Lasting Impact
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

This workshop will share how to best integrate peers, leaders, other campus organizations, and members of the community in your vision of the Best Buddies chapter. We will explore how these connections can support your chapter, the buddies, and others in the community, as well as spread the mission of Best Buddies.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2275 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Establishing Excellence: Accountability in Your Officer Corps
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

In an effective officer corps, everyone understands how to contribute in ways that support the chapter outcomes; this teamwork results in success above and beyond what any individual could accomplish alone.  This workshop will focus on creating a cohesive officer corps in which each officer is assigned, understands, and values their responsibilities that work towards creating a stronger, well managed chapter.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1004 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Fundraising and Beyond
Limited Capacity seats available

Resources for impactful ways to fundraise. Workshop will highlight ideas and goals for leaders to network, strategize partnerships, and plan events to gain funds and donors.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1120 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Going Above & Beyond
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Feel like you've got a handle on chapter management and are leading an awesome club? This workshop will help you go the extra mile to further enhance your chapter's impact and outreach. Tools and resources for connecting with the community, involvement in fundraising to expand programs statewide, and improving chapter involvement for other chapters will be explored in this workshop.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1201 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Make Your Chapter Rock! Tools for New & Expanding Chapters
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

From recruiting to fundraising to event planning, learn how to make your Best Buddies chapter the most rocking club on campus! This session is designed for new chapters and those chapters who need a little spark

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3125 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Managing Success
Limited Capacity seats available

Leaders will learn specific tools, strategies, and skills to maximize success and ensure their _x000D_leadership results in sustainable friendships, strong leadership, and a positive impact.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1250 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Peer to Peer Networking: Chapter Meetings and Activities
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

In this workshop students will have the opportunity to learn from their peers in round-table discussions that focus on planning and implementing accessible chapter activities

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3115 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Peer to Peer Networking: Chapter Meetings and Activities
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

In this workshop students will have the opportunity to learn from their peers in round-table discussions that focus on planning and implementing accessible chapter activities

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Classroom Building - 2271 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Sensitivity Training: Getting to Know Your Buddy - Not Their Disability
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Our programs have a unique opportunity to provide lifechanging friendships for people with and without disabilities. The purpose of Best Buddies is to introduce individuals to each other through inclusive activities and relationship building, not to study the nuances of disability, but rather focus on the person. This session will explore how you can set the expectation for participants and share available resources if/when a sensitivity training about IDD is necessary and appropriate.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3025 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: Taking Care of Business
Limited Capacity seats available

This workshop focuses on the best practices to reach Best Buddies goals and deadlines on campus and online. This will cover hard and soft deadlines and the smartest ways for your chapter to meet every goal with ease.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1255 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: What's Next for You?!
Limited Capacity seats available

Already thinking about your future with the Best Buddies organization after you graduate? This workshop will share ways to engage with the Alumni Association to stay connected with your friends and continue sharing your impact with this powerful mission in the "real world."

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2280 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: What's Your Story?
Limited Capacity seats available

Before you can successfully share your Best Buddies story with a potential donor, supporter, new participant, legislator or guy in line at the coffee shop that asks about your cool BBI t-shirt, it helps to spend some time developing your message. Workshop will give you an opportunity to work on your own story, as well as tips and strategies for maximizing the power of your delivery.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2101 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:40pm EDT

Workshop: More than Acceptance: College Inclusion for Students with IDD
Limited Capacity seats available

You’ve probably seen those viral videos of young people with disabilities opening acceptance letters to colleges, but did you know that, until the last 25 years, students with IDD were not welcomed as college students? Attend this session to find out how more and more U.S. institutes of higher education have created post-secondary education programs for students with IDD. We will cover the history of these programs, an overview of what their outcomes are, and suggestions for how Best Buddies can partner with existing programs or advocate for the creation of new ones.

Saturday July 22, 2017 3:40pm - 4:40pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1006 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Writing Your Speech
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practical Leadership
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Hodge Hall Classrooms 1309 E 10th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Tools for Talking
Saturday July 22, 2017 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:45pm EDT

Sanford Harmony Presentation 
Speakers
avatar for Annie Middlemist

Annie Middlemist

Training specialist, Sanford Harmony
Annie Middlemist has been praised for her dynamic, engaging and compelling presentations on the impact and importance of Social Emotional Learning in education.  A former special education teacher and Director of After School programs with a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership... Read More →


Saturday July 22, 2017 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:00pm EDT

Program Breakout: Conversational Advocacy
Saturday July 22, 2017 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:10pm EDT

Jobs Networking Transition
Saturday July 22, 2017 4:10pm - 4:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Georgian Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:30pm EDT

4:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Writing Your Speech
Saturday July 22, 2017 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:30pm EDT

Best Buddies Jobs Networking Event

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Georgian Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Communication and Your Community
Limited Capacity filling up

As a chapter leader, navigating the many types of relationships that support your program are critical to Best Buddies success on your campus and in your community. This workshop will provide best practicies and techniques for developing and fostering the right types of relationships to best support your participants amongst host sites, with support agencies, families, sponsors and school administrators.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1235 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Engaging Your Campus and Community: A Lasting Impact
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

This workshop will share how to best integrate peers, leaders, other campus organizations, and members of the community in your vision of the Best Buddies chapter. We will explore how these connections can support your chapter, the buddies, and others in the community, as well as spread the mission of Best Buddies.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2275 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Establishing Excellence: Accountability in Your Officer Corps
Limited Capacity seats available

In an effective officer corps, everyone understands how to contribute in ways that support the chapter outcomes; this teamwork results in success above and beyond what any individual could accomplish alone.  This workshop will focus on creating a cohesive officer corps in which each officer is assigned, understands, and values their responsibilities that work towards creating a stronger, well managed chapter.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1210

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Fundraising and Beyond
Limited Capacity seats available

Resources for impactful ways to fundraise. Workshop will highlight ideas and goals for leaders to network, strategize partnerships, and plan events to gain funds and donors.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1120 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Going Above & Beyond
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Feel like you've got a handle on chapter management and are leading an awesome club? This workshop will help you go the extra mile to further enhance your chapter's impact and outreach. Tools and resources for connecting with the community, involvement in fundraising to expand programs statewide, and improving chapter involvement for other chapters will be explored in this workshop.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1201 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Make Your Chapter Rock! Tools for New & Expanding Chapters
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

From recruiting to fundraising to event planning, learn how to make your Best Buddies chapter the most rocking club on campus! This session is designed for new chapters and those chapters who need a little spark

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3125 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Managing Success
Limited Capacity filling up

Leaders will learn specific tools, strategies, and skills to maximize success and ensure their _x000D_leadership results in sustainable friendships, strong leadership, and a positive impact.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1250 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: More than Acceptance: College Inclusion for Students with IDD
Limited Capacity filling up

You’ve probably seen those viral videos of young people with disabilities opening acceptance letters to colleges, but did you know that, until the last 25 years, students with IDD were not welcomed as college students? Attend this session to find out how more and more U.S. institutes of higher education have created post-secondary education programs for students with IDD. We will cover the history of these programs, an overview of what their outcomes are, and suggestions for how Best Buddies can partner with existing programs or advocate for the creation of new ones.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1006 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Peer to Peer Networking: Chapter Meetings and Activities
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

In this workshop students will have the opportunity to learn from their peers in round-table discussions that focus on planning and implementing accessible chapter activities

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3115 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Peer to Peer Networking: Chapter Meetings and Activities
Limited Capacity filling up

In this workshop students will have the opportunity to learn from their peers in round-table discussions that focus on planning and implementing accessible chapter activities

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2271 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Sensitivity Training: Getting to Know Your Buddy - Not Their Disability
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Our programs have a unique opportunity to provide lifechanging friendships for people with and without disabilities. The purpose of Best Buddies is to introduce individuals to each other through inclusive activities and relationship building, not to study the nuances of disability, but rather focus on the person. This session will explore how you can set the expectation for participants and share available resources if/when a sensitivity training about IDD is necessary and appropriate.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 3025 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: Taking Care of Business
Limited Capacity filling up

This workshop focuses on the best practices to reach Best Buddies goals and deadlines on campus and online. This will cover hard and soft deadlines and the smartest ways for your chapter to meet every goal with ease.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 1255 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: What's Next for You?!
Limited Capacity seats available

Already thinking about your future with the Best Buddies organization after you graduate? This workshop will share ways to engage with the Alumni Association to stay connected with your friends and continue sharing your impact with this powerful mission in the "real world."

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2280 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:35pm EDT

Workshop: What's Your Story?
Limited Capacity seats available

Before you can successfully share your Best Buddies story with a potential donor, supporter, new participant, legislator or guy in line at the coffee shop that asks about your cool BBI t-shirt, it helps to spend some time developing your message. Workshop will give you an opportunity to work on your own story, as well as tips and strategies for maximizing the power of your delivery.

Saturday July 22, 2017 4:35pm - 5:25pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom - 2101 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: In Conclusion
Saturday July 22, 2017 4:45pm - 5:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Empowered Leaders
Saturday July 22, 2017 4:45pm - 5:30pm EDT
Hodge Hall Classrooms 1309 E 10th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Mission in the Money
Saturday July 22, 2017 4:45pm - 5:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

5:30pm EDT

Dinner

Saturday July 22, 2017 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

5:30pm EDT

Dinner

Saturday July 22, 2017 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

5:30pm EDT

6:00pm EDT

Dinner

Saturday July 22, 2017 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

6:00pm EDT

Networking Dinner

Saturday July 22, 2017 6:00pm - 7:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Federal Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

7:30pm EDT

 
Sunday, July 23
 

TBA

BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels

SHOPPING HOURS

Sunday 7/23
6:30am – 8:15am: BB Shop (Briscoe (C105)) & BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Wright Quad)
11:45am – 1:15pm: BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside McNutt)
5:30pm – 7:00pm: BB Shop (Briscoe (C105))
6:30pm – 7:30pm: BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Auditorium)
9:00pm – 11:30pm: BB Pop Up Shop – Friendship Festival (During dance @ IMU)

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Full BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels schedule under BBLC Resources PG
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6:45am EDT

Breakfast

Sunday July 23, 2017 6:45am - 8:15am EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

6:45am EDT

Breakfast

Sunday July 23, 2017 6:45am - 8:15am EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

8:00am EDT

Breakfast

Sunday July 23, 2017 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:30am EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome and Icebreaker
Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:30am EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome & Icebreaker
Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:30am EDT

GROUP 2: Program Breakout: Mission in the Money
Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

8:30am EDT

GROUP 3: Program Breakout: Mission in the Money
Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

8:30am EDT

Program Breakout: Understanding the Global Movement
Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:30am EDT

Best Buddies Talks

Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 9:45am EDT
Indiana University Auditorium 1211 E 7t St, Bloomington, IN 47405

8:30am EDT

GROUP 1: Sanford Harmony Activity & World Café
Sunday July 23, 2017 8:30am - 10:15am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:00am EDT

Welcome and Mission Moment
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:00am EDT

9:00am EDT

Program Breakout: In Conclusion
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:15am EDT

Government Relations
Lisa Derx, Vice President, Government Relations

Speakers
avatar for Lisa Derx

Lisa Derx

Staff, Best Buddies International
Lisa Derx was introduced to Best Buddies while working as an assistant to Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Founder of Special Olympics. In April 1990, Best Buddies Chairman Anthony K. Shriver hired Lisa for what he said was a temporary, six-week job organizing the first Best Buddies Leadership... Read More →


Sunday July 23, 2017 9:15am - 9:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:30am EDT

GROUP 2: Program Breakout: Understanding the Global Movement
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

9:30am EDT

GROUP 3: Program Breakout: Understanding the Global Movement
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

9:30am EDT

Program Breakout: Empowered Leaders
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:45am EDT

Program Breakout: Hooking the Audience
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

9:45am EDT

Roundtable Session #1
Sunday July 23, 2017 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome & Icebreaker
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 10:15am EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Welcome & Icebreaker
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Fundraising Forum
BBNY Programs Board & Best Buddies Staff

Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:00am EDT

GROUP 2: Program Breakout: Practical Leadership - CLICK HERE FOR GROUP LIST
Group One: Arizona, California, Nevada, Hawaii, Connecticut, Delaware, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Expansion, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky

Group Two: Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin

Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:00am EDT

Self Advocacy

Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:00am EDT

Self Advocacy

Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room West 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, In 47405

10:00am EDT

GROUP 1: World Café - CLICK HERE FOR GROUP LIST
Group One: Arizona, California, Nevada, Hawaii, Connecticut, Delaware, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Expansion, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky

Group Two: Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin

Sunday July 23, 2017 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Union Street Residence Center, Auditorium 445 N Union St, Bloomington, IN 47406

10:15am EDT

GROUP 1: Break and Transition
Transition from IMU to Hodge Hall/Godfrey Center Classrooms

Sunday July 23, 2017 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:15am EDT

Program Breakout: Hooking the Audience
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:15am - 11:00am EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:30am EDT

Program Breakout: Conversational Advocacy
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:30am EDT

GROUP 3: Program Breakout: Active Advocacy
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

10:30am EDT

Program Breakout: Conversational Advocacy
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:30am EDT

GROUP 2: Sanford Harmony Activity & World Café
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:45am EDT

Roundtable Session #2
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

10:45am EDT

GROUP 1: Program Breakout: Mission in the Money
Sunday July 23, 2017 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

10:45am EDT

Sanford Harmony Activities
Speaker: Annie Middlemist, Sanford Harmony Trainer

Speakers
avatar for Annie Middlemist

Annie Middlemist

Training specialist, Sanford Harmony
Annie Middlemist has been praised for her dynamic, engaging and compelling presentations on the impact and importance of Social Emotional Learning in education.  A former special education teacher and Director of After School programs with a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership... Read More →


Sunday July 23, 2017 10:45am - 12:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

Program Breakout: e-Buddies Engagement
Sunday July 23, 2017 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Editing the Speech
Sunday July 23, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

Program Breakout: Editing the Speech
Sunday July 23, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

GROUP 2: Program Breakout: Empowered Leaders
Sunday July 23, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:00am EDT

Interview & Follow Up

Sunday July 23, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room West 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, In 47405

11:00am EDT

Work is More Than Just a Job

Sunday July 23, 2017 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:15am EDT

11:30am EDT

Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks

Sunday July 23, 2017 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

11:45am EDT

GROUP 1: Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

11:45am EDT

GROUP 3: Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 11:45am - 1:00pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

12:00pm EDT

Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Food Court 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:00pm EDT

Lunch with Anthony Shriver, Best Buddies Founder and Chairman
Speakers
avatar for Anthony Kennedy Shriver

Anthony Kennedy Shriver

Founder and Chairman, Best Buddies International
Anthony K. Shriver is the Founder and Chairman of Best Buddies International, which he created in 1989 to foster one-to-one friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Recognizing the tremendous volunteer potential of university... Read More →



Sunday July 23, 2017 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:00pm EDT

GROUP 1: Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

12:15pm EDT

Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

12:15pm EDT

Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Food Court 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:15pm EDT

GROUP 2: Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

12:15pm EDT

GROUP 2: Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:15pm EDT

Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Food Court 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

12:30pm EDT

Lunch

Sunday July 23, 2017 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Food Court 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:00pm EDT

GROUP 1: Program Breakout: Practical Leadership
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:15pm EDT

GROUP 1: Program Breakout: Understanding the Global Movement
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

1:15pm EDT

Program Breakout: Advisor Roundtable
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:15pm EDT

GROUP 3: Sanford Harmony Activity & World Cafe
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:15pm EDT

Program Engagement and Training Sessions
See conference scheduling app for detailed agendas and venues

Sunday July 23, 2017 1:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Frangipani Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Challenges at Work
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

1:30pm EDT

Road to a Job

Sunday July 23, 2017 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room West 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, In 47405

1:30pm EDT

GROUP 2: World Café

Sunday July 23, 2017 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Union Street Residence Center, Auditorium 445 N Union St, Bloomington, IN 47406

1:30pm EDT

GROUP 2: Program Breakout: Active Advocacy
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

1:45pm EDT

Program Breakout: Ready to Pass the Torch
Sunday July 23, 2017 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Dogwood Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

GROUP 1: Program Breakout: Empowered Leaders
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:00pm EDT

Group 1: Program Breakout: Active Advocacy
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

2:15pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practicing Your Speech
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classroom 1220 and 1230 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:15pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practicing Your Speech
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 1204 and 1210 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:15pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practicing Your Speech
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Walnut Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Practicing Your Speech
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Maple Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:30pm EDT

Employer Presentations

Sunday July 23, 2017 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

Break
Sunday July 23, 2017 2:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Conference Lounge 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

2:45pm EDT

3:00pm EDT

Break
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Conference Lounge 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:00pm EDT

Break
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building, Lobby 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:00pm EDT

Break
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hodge Hall Courtyard 1309 E 10th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:15pm EDT

Break
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Wright Education Building, Lobby 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:15pm EDT

Optional: Continued Advisors Roundtables
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Oak Room 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:15pm EDT

3:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: The Gift of Goals
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

3:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: The Gift of Goals
Sunday July 23, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

3:30pm EDT

4:00pm EDT

Participant Presentations

Sunday July 23, 2017 4:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:15pm EDT

Program Breakout: Ready to Pass the Torch
Sunday July 23, 2017 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Wright Education Building Classrooms 201 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:15pm EDT

Jobs Closing

Sunday July 23, 2017 4:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, State Room East 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

4:30pm EDT

Program Breakout: Ready to Pass the Torch
Sunday July 23, 2017 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Godfrey Center and Hodge Hall Classrooms See meeting classroom list for room assignment

5:15pm EDT

Dinner

Sunday July 23, 2017 5:15pm - 7:15pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

5:30pm EDT

Dinner
Dinner on your own or with your state delegation


Sunday July 23, 2017 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Community Leader - Dinner on Your Own or with State Delegation

5:30pm EDT

Dinner

Sunday July 23, 2017 5:30pm - 7:15pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

7:30pm EDT

9:00pm EDT

 
Monday, July 24
 

TBA

BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels

SHOPPING HOURS

Monday 7/24 (Staff can purchase items on Monday)
7:30am – 3:00pm: BB Shop (Briscoe (C105))
7:30am – 11:30am: BB Shop on Wheels (Parked outside Union/Willkie, South Tower)

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Full BB Shop & BB Shop on Wheels schedule under BBLC Resources PG
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6:45am EDT

Breakfast*
*If your bus is departing prior to breakfast or lunch, you will receive food while loading the bus for the airport. Be sure to check out and return your key before departing campus.


Monday July 24, 2017 6:45am - 8:30am EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

6:45am EDT

Breakfast*
*If your bus is departing prior to breakfast or lunch, you will receive food while loading the bus for the airport. Be sure to check out and return your key before departing campus.


Monday July 24, 2017 6:45am - 8:30am EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

7:00am EDT

Breakfast

Monday July 24, 2017 7:00am - 8:30am EDT
Indiana Memorial Union, Food Court 900 E 7th St, Bloomington, IN 47405

7:00am EDT

7:00am EDT

7:00am EDT

11:00am EDT

Lunch*
*If your bus is departing prior to breakfast or lunch, you will receive food while loading the bus for the airport. Be sure to check out and return your key before departing campus.


Monday July 24, 2017 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
McNutt Dining Hall 1101 N Fee Ln, Bloomington, IN 47408

11:00am EDT

Lunch*
*If your bus is departing prior to breakfast or lunch, you will receive food while loading the bus for the airport. Be sure to check out and return your key before departing campus.


Monday July 24, 2017 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Wright Residence Center, Food Court 501 N Jordan Ave, Bloomington, In 47406

12:00pm EDT

Welcome Activities: Games, Billiards, Ping Pong & Movies
Games, snacks, billiards, and ping pong will be available in the Willkie Center Building, Ground Floor S002B throughout the day. Join in the fun!

Monday July 24, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Willkie Quadrangle Residence Center 150 N Rose Ave, Bloomington, IN 47406

6:30pm EDT

 


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