President s Message. Dear GASFAA Members,

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1 2015 Annual Conference Peachtree City, GA May 20-22, 2015

2 President s Message Dear GASFAA Members, Welcome to the 2015 GASFAA Conference in beautiful Peachtree City, Georgia. It is the site of golf courses, lakes, trails, state-of-the-art movie studios, and now GASFAA has arrived on the scene! Our membership is why we are here, and our Program Committee is excited to present Lights, Camera, Action, GASFAA! If this is your first GASFAA Conference, we hope that you find the sessions informative, that you engage in the special events, and allow the GASFAA community to welcome you into the family. We have a fabulous offering of topics and speakers to share information that we believe you will find invaluable. Please join us in welcoming these special guests: Clyde Anderson, Financial Life Connection and CNN Financial Contributing Reporter, David Bartnicki, U.S. Department of EducationFederal Training Officer, Tricia Chastain, President of, and Dr. Houston Davis, Executive Vice Chancellor of the University System of Georgia. Not only will we be treated to many excellent speakers, but we have 32 concurrent sessions all jam-packed with info you won t want to miss! It may sound a bit complicated, but Felicia Ailster, GASFAA s Vice President for Programs, has found the perfect solution. She has created a new mobile conference agenda and interactive scheduler to help you make the most of our conference. I would like to thank all of the session presenters for agreeing to share their expertise. Thank you to all GASFAA committee members who have contributed throughout the year and to the GASFAA members who have volunteered to be moderators, to those members who assist with registration, and those doing the jobs we often take for granted seen and unseen. You are all Stars in GASFAA s eyes! On behalf of the GASFAA Executive Board, I would like to extend a special thanks to our vendors and sponsors. Without you, this annual conference would not be a reality. Please accept our gratitude for your continued support. It has been a true honor to serve as your President this year alongside a GASFAA Executive Board that I can only describe as outstanding. I have been surrounded by a group people who are gracious, giving, and supportive. Together, we have endeavored to remain a valuable resource to you by providing information and training that is relevant and timely. We invite you to be involved, engaged, and encouraged as you join us for Lights, Camera, Action, GASFAA! Sincerely yours, Susan A. Smith GASFAA President Page 2

3 Thank you to our Vendors and Sponsors. Gold Silver Inceptia Next Gen Web Solutions Bronze American Student Assistance CMD Outsourcing Solutions Discover Student Loans Educational Credit Management Corporation ECMC Solutions EdFinancial Services Financial Aid TV Financial Aid Services Great Lakes Educational Loan Services, Inc. KHEAA Nelnet Loan Servicing PNC Sallie Mae Student Loan Finance Corporation SunTrust Wells Fargo Education Financial Services (EFS) Page 3

4 Elected Officers President President-Elect Past President Vice President of Programs Vice President of Professional Development Secretary Treasurer Treasurer-Elect Committee Chairs Diversity & Community Action Communications & Technology Membership Development Vendor/Sponsor Coordinator Leadership Development Budget & Finance Legislative Affairs Susan Smith University of North Georgia Sarah Baumhoff Kennesaw State University Cathy Crawley Georgia College & State University Felicia Ailster Georgia Perimeter College Pat Barton Clayton State University Kimberly Morris Southern Crescent Technical College Jody Darby Chattahoochee Technical College Amber Singletary Georgia Northwestern Technical College Janice Balte University of North Georgia Mitchell Fagler Southeastern Technical College Sarah Baumhoff Kennesaw State University Stephen Andersen Georgia Northwestern Technical College Wanda Hicks Athens Technical College Pennie Strong Philip Hawkins University of West Georgia If you build it, he will come. Field of Dreams Page 4

5 Committee Members Awards & Nominations Committee Nancy Ferguson Sylvia M Jones Marcia S Slade Letrell L Thomas Diversity & Community Action Committee Vory L Billups Robin M Forte-Burrell Vanessa M Fulton Stephanie D Gunby Carole J Jones Kimberly B Jordan Julie A Lord Natasha Simpson Tiffany Tuma Leadership Development Committee Marsia Malone Shannon C Simmons Megan P Simpson Angela F Wilson Robin M Winston University of Georgia Wells Fargo [EFS] Shorter University Ogeechee Technical College Atlanta Technical College Atlanta Institute of Music Georgia Institute of Technology Herzing University Georgia Perimeter College Georgia Gwinnett College University of North Georgia Georgia Perimeter College Georgia State University Gwinnett Technical College Georgia College & State University Georgia Highlands College Georgia Perimeter College Professional Development Committee Truitt E. Franklin Lawana J Haynes Kristin Hooks Angela Lewis Shelley Mock-Randolph Irma Molinares Melodie Pirone Russ Romandini Beverly Smyre Hines Truett-McConnell College Georgia Gwinnett College USG Board of Regents University of North Georgia Brenau University ECMC Solutions Southern Crescent Technical College Columbus State University Augusta Technical College Page 5

6 Program Committee Joe Buchholz La-Tonya T Harrell David Haygood Brenda B Hill Syreeta L Monroe Mendi C Morrow Andra Peterson Jill Towns University of West Georgia Georgia State University Sallie Mae Georgia Northwestern Technical College Savannah State University Georgia Gwinnett College Georgia Military College My mama always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get. -Forest Gump Elementary, my dear Watson. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes Wait a minute, wait a minute. You ain't heard nothin' yet! The Jazz Singer Page 6

7 Session Presenters and Speakers Clark Aldridge Clyde Anderson David Bartnicki Pat Barton Sarah Baumhoff Amy Berrier Greg Carlo Michelle Craig Tricia Chastain Robyn Crittenden Cathy Crawley Dr. Houston Davis Ron Day Vanessa Fulton Amy Gerber David Haygood Wanda Hicks Kristin Hooks Kristi Jones Bonita King Colleen Krumweide Nancia Leath, MA, LPC Em McNair Gary Mann Kimberly Morris LaKisha Sanders Kelly Savoie Louis Scott Cathy Shell Susan Smith Monica Stam Pennie Strong Robin Winston KHEAA Financial Life Connection U.S. Department of Education Clayton State University Kennesaw State University SASFAA President-Elect, University of North Carolina at Greensboro Navient Clayton State University Georgia College & State University University System of Georgia NASFAA Past National Chair, Kennesaw State University Georgia Institute of Technology Great Lakes Educational Loan Services Sallie Mae Athens Technical College USG Information Technology Services Nelnet Georgia Perimeter College Financial Aid TV Mental Health Specialist The Extra Edge Professional Development Trainers Southern Crescent Technical College Georgia Piedmont Technical College Sallie Mae Georgia State University NCASFAA President, Lees McRae College GASFAA President, University of North Georgia Inceptia Georgia Perimeter College Bond. James Bond. Dr. No You can't handle the truth! A Few Good Men Page 7

8 Session Moderators Faith Anderson Sarah Baumhoff Dr. Susanna Baxter Rebecca Ethredge Vanessa Fulton Amy Gerber Maria Hammett Niambi Hines David Haygood Wanda Hicks Rhonda Johnson Dr. Joyce Jones Sylvia Jones Bonita King Colleen Krumwiede Marisa Malone Gary Mann Syreeta Monroe Dawn Moore Janifer Morgan Mendi Morrow Stephen Purvis Courtney Ray Russ Romandini Kelly Savoie Doug Tanner Kristie Teasley Jill Towns Darryl Watson Angela Wilson Savannah Technical College Kennesaw State University Georgia Independent College Association Southeastern Technical College Georgia Institute of Technology Great Lakes Educational Loan Services Mercer University Sallie Mae Athens Technical College Mercer University University System of Georgia Wells Fargo EFS Georgia Perimeter College Financial Aid TV Gwinnett Technical College Savannah State University DeVry University Columbus Technical College Wesleyan College Athens Technical College Columbus State University Sallie Mae Valdosta State University Chattahoochee Technical College Georgia Military College There's no place like home. The Wizard of Oz Page 8

9 General Information Badges Networking is important to GASFAA s strength. We want to meet you. When you do meet someone new, your name is important. If we don t know you, we would like to get to know you! Please wear your name badge to all sessions and meal functions. Meeting Etiquette Please silence or turn off all cellular phones and other devices during all conference sessions and meals. Please refrain from talking during presentations, and remember that loud conversations held outside of a meeting room may be disruptive to others. Guests If you have brought a guest with you, we cordially welcome him or her to our conference. If he or she wishes to attend any meal function(s), please visit the Registration Desk for meal prices. Conference Attire Business casual attire is encouraged. Rooms may be cool, so please plan accordingly. Vendor Area Our vendors are vitally important to GASFAA s successes. As such, please visit these important GASFAA partners as they have some great information for you to take back to your offices. See the detailed schedule in the Program for the hours of operation of the Vendor Area. The Vendor Area is closed during general sessions and meals so that our partners can join us Recording Devices No sessions may be recorded or taped without the permission of the presenter(s). We appreciate your cooperation in this matter. Session Presentations The concurrent session presentations are provided on the GASFAA website for members to access. Any that may not be listed were not provided before the conference. As they are provided, the Program Committee will ensure they are published to the membership as well. No wire hangers, ever! Mommie Dearest I have always depended on the kindness of strangers. A Street Car Named Desire Striker: Surely you can't be serious. Rumack: I am serious...and don't call me Shirley. -Airplane Page 9

10 Facility Map Wyndham Peachtree Hotel and Conference Center Page 10

11 Tuesday, May 19th 1:00pm 5:00pm Executive Board Meeting 2:00pm 5:00pm Program Committee Meeting Clayton A & B Spalding 6:00pm 8:00pm Dinner (Executive Board, Leadership, Professional Development, & Program Committees) Terrace Dining Restaurant Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death! Auntie Mame Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary. -Dead Poets Society My mother thanks you. My father thanks you. My sister thanks you. And I thank you. Yankee Doodle Dandy Page 11

12 Wednesday, May 20th 7:30am 8:30am Continental Breakfast McIntosh Foyer Executive Board, Pre-Conference Attendees, Program, Professional Development and Leadership Committees 8:00am 4:00pm Registration Open 8:00am -11:30am Exhibitor Set-Up Peachtree Ballroom Foyer Peachtree Ballroom Foyer 9:00am 11:00am Hot Topic Sessions 1. Institutional Responsibility & the Management of McIntosh A Title IV Funds Presenter: Leadership Development Committee 2. Verification Topical Discussion McIntosh C Presenter: Professional Development Committee 11:00am 11:50am First Time Attendees and New Member Welcome Peachtree Ballroom Foyer 11:30am 5:00pm Exhibitor Area Open (closed during lunch) Peachtree Ballroom Foyer 11:30am 12:30pm Past Presidents Luncheon 11:30am 12:30pm Welcome Lunch 12:30pm 1:50pm Opening Session Terrace Dining Restaurant Peachtree Ballroom Peachtree Ballroom President s Welcome Welcome to Peachtree City, Mayor Vanessa Fleisch Recognition of Guests and Vendors Regional and State Association Updates Keynote Speaker Tricia Chastain, President, Page 12

13 2:00pm 2:50pm Concurrent Sessions Sector Meetings Georgia Independent College Association Private/Proprietary Colleges and Universities Technical College System of Georgia Schools University System of Georgia Schools Cobb Highland McIntosh C McIntosh A 3:00pm 3:50pm Concurrent Sessions Addressing the Needs of Students with Emotional Challenges Highland Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD, may present serious issues when it comes to higher education settings. Learn different ways to accommodate these students in order to help them achieve their academic successes. Presenter: Nancia Leath, Mental Health Specialist, LPC, NCC Moderator: Syreeta Monroe, Savannah State University Building Your Plan for Professional Growth: From Education to Experience McIntosh A Federal Student Aid is a constantly moving industry. So, in the cloud of regulatory updates and system upgrades how do you create a professional growth plan? In this session I will provide a pathway to assist you with the tools required; to establish a progression plan within the financial aid industry. Presenter: Robin Winston, Georgia Perimeter College Moderator: Mendi Morrow, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Cobb The session will address providing a clear understanding of diversity, raise a greater awareness and sensitivity to diversity, and recommend tools for fostering a cohesive workplace. Presenter: Amy Berrier, SASFAA President-Elect, University of North Carolina at Greensboro Moderator: Dr. Susana Baxter, Georgia Independent College Association Promoting Healthy Credit Awareness/ Financial Literacy Activities McIntosh C This is a panel discussion where you will hear from your peers the programs they have put together and additional measures they have incorporated to Promote Healthy Credit Awareness on their campus. The discussion will include gaining support on campus and the wise use of your valuable resources. Presenter: Louis Scott, Georgia State University; Michelle Craig, Clayton State University; Kelly Savoie, Sallie Mae; David Haygood, Sallie Mae; Maria Carthon, Emory University Moderator: Russ Romandini, Columbus State University Page 13

14 4:00pm 4:50pm Concurrent Sessions Recognizing the Difference Between Impact and Intent: Highland Does Your Customer Service Measure Up? Many professionals have been in situations where their intent did not meet their impact. How we communicate information can greatly affect our desired outcomes. In this session, we will learn how successful communication builds trust and understanding even when the news being delivered is not the news the students or others may want to hear. Trust, you do not want to miss this session! Presenter: Bonita King, Georgia Perimeter College Moderator: Marisa Malone, Gwinnett Technical College GSFC's New Website McIntosh A GSFC s New Website Overview Coming Attractions, GSFC will share information on the new website and logo. Presenter: Robyn Crittenden, Moderator: Jill Towns, Georgia Military College Process Mapping Financial Aid: McIntosh C Creating a Procedure Manual that Works for Your Office Process Mapping is just a fancy name for creating a procedure manual detailing how a process is completed or done. Procedure manuals are necessities in every office on campus because they provide the important resources for carrying out processes. Do you need a place to start with in developing a procedure manual for all of your financial aid processes? This session will give you tips and tools that will help you on your way to smooth sailing by creating process maps for all of your financial aid business practices and processes at your institution. Presenter: Kristin Hicks, USG Information Technology Services Moderator: Angela Wilson, Understanding Federal Student Loan Repayment Plans Cobb This informative session will discuss the different federal student loan payment plans available, the various loan forgiveness programs and the criteria for each, and the latest changes to the defaulted loan payment arrangements. Presenter: Clark Aldridge, KHEEA Moderator: Maria Hammett, Mercer University 5:15pm - 7:00pm President s Reception 7:00pm - 9:00pm GASFAA Bingo Play to win a prize! The Colonnade McIntosh B Page 14

15 Thursday, May 21 st 6:30am-7:00am Yoga on the Lawn at Dawn 7:30am 8:30am Continental Breakfast 8:15am 4:00pm Registration Open East Lawn Peachtree Ballroom Peachtree Foyer 8:30am 4:00pm Exhibitor Area Open (closed during general sessions) Silent Auction Open (closed during general sessions) 8:30am 10:00am General Session Peachtree Ballroom Guest Speaker: Dr. Houston Davis, Executive Vice Chancellor, University System of Georgia 10:00am 10:50am Concurrent Sessions Boosting the Effectiveness of Your Loan Counseling: Highland Taking the Bull by the Horns Exit counseling helps students with successful repayment, but is it too late for students to make smart borrowing choices? Attend this session to learn a holistic approach to loan counseling. We'll review the specific challenges borrowers face at various stages of their academic lives and how your targeted counseling strategies can improve outcomes for students and your institution. Presenter: Amy Gerber, Great Lakes Educational Loan Services Moderator: Darryl Watson, Mitigating Fraud Risk in the Title IV Programs Cobb As good stewards of federal tax dollars, it is our responsibility to identify when fraud may be occurring. This session will focus on mitigating the risk of fraud in Title IV programs at your institution. Presenter: Office of Inspector General Investigation Services Moderator: Kelly Savoie, Sallie Mae Page 15

16 The Fears and Myths Surrounding College Consolidations: McIntosh A What You Should Know With college consolidations continuing to affect our offices operations, staffs, and students, this panel will share how consolidations affected their institutions and processes, how they endured during the stress, and the benefits they have seen so far. Presenters: Ron Day, Kennesaw State University; Robin Winston, Georgia Perimeter College; Wanda Hicks, Athens Technical College; Sarah Baumhoff, Kennesaw State University; Susan Smith, University of North Georgia Moderator: Doug Tanner, Valdosta State University The Regulations and Procedures to Know for FY2016 McIntosh C State Programs FY 2016 Regulations and Procedures this session will provide you with FY 2016 State Program Regulations and Procedures to help you be a star of the state program scene. Presenter: Pennie Strong, Moderator: Janifer Morgan, Northwestern Technical College 11:00am-11:45pm Concurrent Sessions A View into Financial Literacy on Campus, Based on Results of an Informal Survey Cobb In April 2014, Sallie Mae conducted an informal survey of its customers to help us understand which schools had a financial literacy program and if so, what the priorities were in developing it. In addition, the survey asked participants who on campus were responsible for financial literacy and how engaged students are on the topic. During our discussion, we'll walk you through the results of this survey and conclude with a brief question and answer period. Outcomes: Best Practices for a Financial Literacy program on your campus. Presenter: Kelly Savoie, Sallie Me Moderator: Kimberly Morris, Southern Crescent Technical College Controlling Your Anger Before... Highland In this session, we will teach participants how to identify their anger triggers and what to do when they are angry. In a recent article in the AJC, Cindy Krischer Goodman stated that "bullying will emerge as a top workplace complaint just as cyberbullying". A poll by CareerBuilder found that "28 percent of workers feel that they have been bullied at work and 19 percent of those workers have left their jobs because of the bullying". In view of same, and other related issues taking in our schools and around us, as controlling ones anger is a timely topic for our association. Presenter: Em McNair, Education Consultant Moderator: Gary Mann, Page 16

17 The Connection Between SAP and Retention McIntosh C We all want to ensure students are successful and graduate, but we know some will struggle along the way. This session will discuss how Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) relates to retention. Learn the importance of a proactive communication strategy about SAP to ensure retention as you review SAP principles, and learn about reviews of case studies that show how schools are actively communicating with students about SAP. Borrowing and sharing of ideas is encouraged! Presenter: Colleen Krumwiede, Financial Aid TV Moderator: Niambi Hines, Unusual Enrollment & The New Update You Should Know McIntosh A This session will cover changes for , resolutions, and operations as related to Unusual Enrollment History (UEH)-and will end with a question and answer segment. Presenter: David Bartnicki, U.S. Department of Education Moderator: Bonita King, Georgia Perimeter College 12:30pm 1:50pm Lunch/General Session Peachtree Ballroom Guest Speaker: Clyde Anderson, Money and Mindset Mentor, Income Stream Creator, Author and Educator, Financial Life Connection 2:00pm 2:50pm Concurrent Sessions Getting Involved: The Importance for You and Your Career Highland Learn more about getting involved in professional financial aid associations at both the state and regional levels. Getting involved can be beneficial to both your personal and professional growth! Presenter: Cathy Shell, NCASFAA President, School Name Moderator: Courtney Ray, Athens Technical College Pell LEU: Best Practices ~ Panel Discussions McIntosh C Are you having difficulties with your Pell LEU (Lifetime Eligibility Used) process? Join Doug and Pat as they discuss their Pell LEU best practices in this great avenue in which to share ideas! Presenters: Doug Tanner, Valdosta State University & Pat Barton, Clayton State University Moderator: Kristie Teasley, Chattahoochee Technical College Page 17

18 Return to Title IV: Are Your Withdrawal Calculations McIntosh A Passing the Compliance Test? This session will cover regulatory information and compliance, processing, unofficial withdrawals and faculty roles. Presenter: Vanessa Fulton, Georgia Institute of Technology Moderator: Syreeta Monroe, Savannah State University Student Loan Exit Interviews: How to Train the Trainer Cobb As students enter their final months or weeks before graduation, they may oftentimes "breeze through" their online federal loan exit interviews. This session is designed to assist Financial Aid Administrators in effectively communicating to students the importance of paying back their student loans and will provide vital reference information you can use with students before they begin their post-baccalaureate aspirations. Presenter: Greg Carlo, Navient Moderator: Wanda Hicks, Athens Technical College 3:00pm 3:50pm Concurrent Session How to Make Banner work for YOU: McIntosh A Creating Basic to Complex Population Selections This session teaches/reviews basic population selection (pop selections) creation and how to execute multiple pop selections to pull exactly the students you need. Presenter: Lakisha Sanders, Georgia Piedmont Technical College Moderator: Vanessa Fulton, Georgia Institute of Technology Do the Benefits of College Outweigh the Costs? Highland This presentation is a review of recent studies on the value of a college education. During the session, you will hear the results of three independent studies conducted on this topic. In addition to reviewing opinions on if college is worth it, the results also touch on average debt, payment to income ratios, and average annual income by education. Presenters: Kelly Savoie & David Haygood, Sallie Mae Moderator: Dr. Joyce Jones, University System of Georgia Page 18

19 Finding Balance: Improving Your CDR in a Changing Climate Cobb Communicating with student loan borrowers helps support the successful repayment of loans and can improve a college s cohort default rate (CDR). However, due to increasing to-do lists and staffing limitations, it has become more difficult than ever to perform outreach and regular communication with students especially those who are no longer enrolled. Whether you re institution is concerned with a rising CDR or your office is simply looking to implement a default prevention strategy to maintain your rate and improve student success, the thought of outsourcing has probably crossed your mind. When considering default prevention, it s important to find the proper balance: do it yourself; hire an expert vendor; or use a combination of efforts. This presentation will show you why you need a default prevention strategy, regardless of your rate, the pros and cons of both outsourcing and insourcing your default prevention strategy, along with tools needed to evaluate and choose a successful partner if you decide to outsource. Presenter: Monica Stam, Inceptia Moderator: Rebecca Ethredge, Southeastern Technical College SAL and SALT for FY2016 McIntosh C GSFC presents his session that will put the camera on the Student Access Loan (SAL) and Student Access Loan Technical (SALT) programs for students and discuss the scene for the award year. Presenters: Pennie Strong & Gary Mann, Moderator: Sarah Baumhoff, Kennesaw State University 4:00pm 4:50pm Concurrent Sessions FWS: Is Your Process Seamless or Stressful? A School s Perspective Highland This session will cover topics from the FWS application process to the set-up in Banner to reports that can be run for Federal Work Study. We found that our current process of the FWS program was daunting and had no real order. If the FWS Coordinator was away from the office we had no way of knowing who was awarded, eligibility amounts, placement, etc. We work extremely close with our Human Resource Department to make the process less stressful and more seamless. Presenters: Kimberly Morris, Southern Crescent Technical College Moderator: Dawn Moore, DeVry University Identity Theft: Help Your Students Avoid the Epidemic Cobb Session Description: Every minute, approximately 19 people fall victim to identity theft. Do you know how to help your students avoid this epidemic? Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America, and young people between the ages of (our typical students) are the most likely to be affected. There are ways that your students can proactively protect themselves. This session will show you how you can inform and counsel your students so they can protect themselves from identity thieves and potential scams and scamsters. Presenter: Amy Gerber, Great Lakes Educational Loan Services Moderator: Stephen Purvis, Wesleyan College Page 19

20 State Dual Enrollment Program, Move on When Ready McIntosh A GSFC unveils the new Move On When Ready program for high school students. Come learn the regulations and procedures to assist your dual credit enrollment stars staff and students. Presenter: Pennie Strong, Moderator: Rhonda Johnson, Mercer University SULA (Subsidized Usage Limit Applies) McIntosh C Subsidized Usage Limit Applies is a topic about which most can learn something! This session will give you great tips on being efficient and compliant throughout this complicated process beginning to end. Presenter: Lakisha Sanders, Georgia Piedmont Technical College Moderator: Colleen Krumwiede, Financial Aid TV 6:00pm 7:15pm Dinner/ Awards Dinner Peachtree Ballroom 7:15pm 9:30pm 80 s Karaoke & Entertainment Peachtree Ballroom Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Casablanca Page 20

21 Friday, May 22 rd 7:45am 8:30am Country Buffet Breakfast 8:30am 10:00am Federal Update Peachtree Ballroom Peachtree Ballroom Presenter: David Bartnicki, U.S. Department of Education 10:00am 11:30am Closing Session Peachtree Ballroom May the Force be with you Star Wars I m the king of the world!! Titanic I ll be back. The Terminator Page 21

22 GASFAA Past Presidents and Scholarships GASFAA has a rich history dating back to the 1960s. We recognize our Past Presidents and the important leadership each President brought to the Association during his or her tenure. Each able Past President is welcomed and encouraged to participate in GASFAA s Past Presidents Council an advisory council to the Board and Association as a whole. In 1999, GASFAA established the GASFAA Memorial Scholarship Fund to provide scholarships to students enrolled in institutions of higher education in Georgia. GASFAA s Past Presidents have assumed responsibility for fund raising for the Memorial Scholarship Fund. Fund raising activities have raised over $90,000 for this fund. Presently, two scholarships are given annually randomly selected from those institutions in attendance at the annual meeting/conference. Your support is vital. Cathy Crawley Georgia College & State University Philip Hawkins University of West Georgia Nancy Ferguson University of Georgia Doug Tanner Valdosta State University Jill Rayner North Georgia College & State University Pennie Strong Central Georgia Technical College David Bledsoe Georgia State University Jenelle Handcox Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Suzanne Pittman Georgia College and State University Freida Jones Georgia Southwestern State University Lenora Jackson Spelman College Julia Perreault Emory University Lisa Mitchem Georgia Institute of Technology Gary Mann DeKalb Technical College Deborah Clark Atlanta Area Technical Institute Ruth Rich Ron Day Shorter College Marvin Reid Macon State College Willie Williams Morris Brown College Page 22

23 Deborah Barbone North Georgia College Vera Brooks Clayton State College Kaye Storey** LaGrange College Jean Dobson Oxford College of Emory University Susan Little University of Georgia Tommy Moore Valdosta State University Gary Lewis University of Georgia Linda McAnnally Dalton Junior College Marie Mons Mercer University of Atlanta Connie King Georgia State University David Gray Georgia Institute of Technology Clark Aldridge Columbus College Ray Tripp University of Georgia Tom Patterson Kennesaw College Bob Evans** Oglethorpe University Charlie Edwards Albany Junior College Cheryl O Keeffe Medical College of Georgia Paul Smith West Georgia College Jerry McTier Georgia State University Bill Lee Georgia Institute of Technology Dean Dalton* Georgia State University Wayne Hopper* Dalton Junior College Anne Seawell University of Georgia James Garner Georgia Institute of Technology Page 23

24 Awards GASFAA Executive Board s Outstanding New Professional Recipients of the GASFAA Executive Board s Award for the Outstanding New Professional have served not more than three years in a full time position as a professional student financial aid officer and are judged on contributions to GASFAA and to their institutions. Recipients exemplify creativity in raising the profession to a higher level. Amber Singletary Georgia Southern University 2013 Linda S. Casey Bainbridge College 2002 Noel Brock Augusta State University 1997 Past Presidents Award for Distinguished Service Recipients of the Past Presidents Award for Distinguished Service are selected by the Past Presidents Council and are GASFAA members with at least ten years of service. Recipients exemplify leadership performance and have demonstrated contributions above and beyond the normal service required by positions of leadership. Donja Tripp Georgia Southwestern State University 2006 Steve Langston Gainesville State College 2004 Marvin E. Reid Macon State College 2002 Ray Tripp University of Georgia 1997 Achievement Award for Outstanding Service to Students Award Recipients of the Achievement Award for Outstanding Service to Students are chosen by the Awards Committee of GASFAA. Recipients have demonstrated evidence of successful student advocacy, a genuine and sincere sense of caring and concern for students, and a commitment to personalize student experiences and humanize the campus community. Recipients have demonstrated high quality interaction with individuals and student groups and performance above and beyond the call of duty while serving multiple roles within the campus community. Caylee French 2012 Dianne Cox Dalton State College 2009 Kathleen Caldwell Albany State University 2005 Sabina G. Presley Medical College of Georgia 1998 Johnny Nimes Morehouse College 1997 Donald E. Payton Award for Lifetime Achievement The Donald E. Payton Award for Lifetime Achievement is awarded by the Executive Board to individuals who have been GASFAA members for 15 or more years (current or former members) and who have demonstrated life-long significant and consistent contributions as member of GASFAA, a high level of competency in Student Financial Aid, and leadership in community and institutional affairs. Gary Mann Southern Polytechnic State University 2011 Ron Day Kennesaw State University 2011 Susan D. Little University of Georgia 2007 William (Bill) Flook 2005 Deborah R. Barbone N. GA College and State University 2003 Jerry McTier Georgia Institute of Technology 2002 Ray Tripp University of Georgia 2001 Em McNair Southern Polytechnic State University 2001 Page 24

25 Tommy A. Moore Valdosta State University 2000 William M. Pouncey Georgia Institute of Technology 1999 Kitty C. McDonald GA Student Finance Commission 1997 Robert G. McCants GA Student Finance Commission 1994 Cheryl W. O'Keeffe Medical College of Georgia 1992 W. Arnold Hulsey * North Georgia College 1991 Donald E. Payton+ GA Student Finance Commission 1988 *Deceased **Did not serve full term +Awarded posthumously Page 25