How are presentations chosen for the convention?
There are three kinds of sessions to consider that become part of the convention program in different ways: invited sessions, reviewed sessions, and workshops. Invited Sessions: The Keynote, Featured Sessions, and Special Sessions are all invited. The convention committee works collaboratively with the NASP President to develop lists of potential Keynote speakers based on the convention theme or other important topical issues. Final decisions depend on speaker availability and affordability. Featured Sessions are invited by the President or the Executive Director. These sessions bring high profile speakers to the Convention who might not otherwise participate. Special Sessions are developed by particular workgroups within NASP. These sessions are typically designed to communicate important information to members associated with a specific workgroup’s area of responsibility. Each year, the President develops one or more “strands” related to the convention theme. He or she then invites p
