CUPA-HR Midwest Region
Membership Information
Human Resources professionals in higher education today are continually taking on new leadership roles within their institutions. College administrators are looking to Human Resources to provide strategies to deal with the challenges of recruiting and retaining a highly qualified workforce in the face of changing work environments and shrinking budgets.
Membership in CUPA-HR provides the resources you need to meet these challenges. There are opportunities for networking and professional development as well as access to research and expertise on a variety of HR management issues.
Opportunities provided by the Midwest Region for networking and professional development include:
- A regional newsletter published in February, June & October containing information about regional activities and development opportunities.
- A regional conference each spring that includes:
- Reception for newcomers providing an opportunity to learn about CUPA-HR and become acquainted with colleagues.
- Recognition of member achievements through awards for Institutional Excellence, Individual Excellence in Human Resources Administration, Best Practices, Outstanding Service, Creative Achievement/Publication, Chapter Distinguished Service.
- Institutional roundtable discussions that provide an opportunity to informally visit about issues of mutual concern and interest with colleagues from similar institutions.
- Special opportunities to meet with and learn from those regional HR professionals who have been leaders in the profession and/or CUPA-HR fondly referred to as Legacy Leadership.
- A contact person in each state (State Membership Coordinators) to help you answer questions or share ideas with.
Whether you are working in a community college, small liberal arts institution, or a Big 10 University, CUPA-HR offers you the means of staying on the cutting edge of HR management issues.
For information on becoming a member of CUPA-HR, contact your State Membership Coordinator or a member of the Board of Directors.