November 13-14
Kalamazoo , MI

Plan now to attend Michigan School Public Relations Association’s (MSPRA) annual conference to be held on November 13 and 14 at the Radisson in Kalamazoo.

This year’s event will feature International Speaker, Author, and Education Futurist, Dr. Yong Zhao. Dr. Zhao is a Michigan State University Distinguished Professor of Education and Director of The US-China Center for Research on Educational Excellence and Confucius Institute. Dr. Zhao wins rave reviews from audiences state-wide. He will be speaking on the implications of globalization and what it means to the future of education.

A second keynote on Friday morning will be delivered by Casandra E. Ulbrich, State Board of Education member and Senior Director of Development at Wayne State University. Ms. Ulbrich will share a leader’s perspective on public education and provide tips and insights to make our work as school communicators more effective. Learn more about Ms. Ulbrich.

Based on last year’s feedback, the MSPRA Conference Planning Committee has added even more breakout sessions. A grand total of 33 critical topics will be covered!

Pre-conference goes behind the scenes on the Kalamazoo Promise

A complimentary pre-conference and continental breakfast will be served to those who want an 8:00 a.m. start on Thursday. The pre-conference will involve a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of the Kalamazoo Promise, one of the most exciting redevelopment ideas in Michigan.

Friday’s session ends with popular “speed dating sessions,” which allow members to gain quick insights and information about the topics that interest them the most.

And finally, come to Kalamazoo to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of MSPRA! We will be honoring the work of all of our MSPRA members and looking ahead to our next 30 years.

Register now at www.mspra.org. If you can only attend one day, single-day registration is available.

Be sure to take advantage of the early bird savings by registering before October 22, 2008.