Checking In or Checking Out: Working Remotely and Staying Connected

Friday, June 3, 2022

9:30 AM – 10:20 AM MDT

Location: Four Seasons Ballroom 4

The challenges of COVID-19 have affected us all. International education offices have had to be nimble and adjust to a new work environment. Presenters look at three campuses and share lessons learned and model practices. Motivating oneself and other staff members can be particularly challenging, as everyone's journey is different, and we all have different personal challenges to overcome. Supervisors find themselves not only managing work but counseling and giving a safe space for employees. This session was selected as a Region X conference highlight from the NAFSA 2021 All-Region Summit.

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Learning Objectives:

Identify the pros and cons of remote work.
Learn model practices for keeping oneself and staff engaged and maintaining a supportive work environment.
Consider what has been done at other institutions to prepare for the return to the office.

Chair and Presenter(s)

HL

Helen Leonard, MA

Associate Director
New York University

Presenter(s)

EB

Emily Brew, M.A.

ISSS Manager
State University of New York (SUNY)
Gwyneth A. Smith, --

Associate Director
Columbia University