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February 2024 Newsletter

Communications Corner 

Hello WASFAA! We hope that the start to the new year has been great for you all. To stay in the loop of other events taking place, check out the WASFAA Calendar of Events page here. 

Please don't forget that you may view all these articles on our website within the News Archive found here. If you have any information you would like to share with membership or have questions, do not hesitate to reach out at communications@wasfaa.org.

A Message from our President

Amanda Cornelius

Associate Vice President

Northern Arizona University

Happy spring term, WASFAA! Many thanks to my friends in Oregon for hosting a fantastic conference. This Arizonan loved the green you have up there, but after three days of rain my lizard skin was looking for some sun! ...

2024 WASFAA Conference Registration Now Open!

Register now for the 2024 WASFAA Conference! No matter if you have experienced a slight drizzle, constant showers, a torrential downpour, or a thunderstorm of changes in financial aid, know that WASFAA's got you covered! Join us, rain or shine, for an exciting mix of presentations covering topics such as; 

        FAFSA Simplification;

        Fraud;

        How to create supportive environments;

        Leadership Skills;

        Cyber Security...and more!

Register here

You're Invited to Join Our Online Community!

The WASFAA community, which will be managed through a collaboration with NASFAA and WASFAA (powered by Slack), aims to provide you opportunities to:

• Network with peers in the WASFAA region
• Gain professional support from like-minded individuals
• Exchange knowledge and resources to support your role and students

Complete the interest form below to be added to the community in the coming weeks! 

WASFAA Online Community Interest Form

IDEEA Committee's Spotlights & Shout-outs

Who is that colleague who continues to support the mission, moves things forward with positivity, takes challenges head on? Share who they are with the IDEEA Committee! 

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Get to Know Your State President: Idaho

Get to know more about your Idaho state president!

Meet Kelley!

Executive Council Meeting in Las Vegas

The next Executive Council meeting will be held in Las Vegas from March 10-March 12, 2024.

Let's Make a Difference ... Together!

Want to know a fun way to connect with others in the financial aid community and give back? WASFAA is always seeking volunteers to join one of our many committees! We have opportunities that fit every commitment level and skill set. Please take a moment to review those listed on our volunteer page and see if one of our many volunteer options interests you! 

Learn more

Curious to Know What Events are Taking Place?

Check out the Calendar of Events page to see what is new! 

Job Postings

Looking for a new position, or want to inspire a friend to become the newest member of the WASFAA family? 

Review Postings

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