In Memoriam Tina Falkner

05/27/22 • 26 min

The AACRAO community was shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our friend and colleague, Tina Falkner at the end of March, 2022. She was such an incredible presence within AACRAO and state and regional associations, who was incredibly generous with her time, energy, and expertise. Collected here are but a sampling of the testimonials and remembrances of Tina from people who knew her..

Contributors:
Doug McKenna
George Mason University

Ingrid Nuttall
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Helen Garrett
University of Washington

Rhonda Kitch
Cornell University

Sara Sullivan
University of Iowa

Jackie Carter
Washington University of St. Louis

Scott Dittman
Washington & Lee (Retired)

Sherri Wells
Lamar University

Adrienne Bricker
Ohio State University

Tim Amyx
Volunteer State Community College

Sarah Harris
University of Iowa (Retired)

Alex Frain
Marquette University

Mark Hommerding
The Grad Team

Music:
“Better to Light a Candle” by Doug McKenna

Contributors:
Doug McKenna
George Mason University

Ingrid Nuttall
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Helen Garrett
University of Washington

Rhonda Kitch
Cornell University

Sara Sullivan
University of Iowa

Jackie Carter
Washington University of St. Louis

Scott Dittman
Washington & Lee (Retired)

Sherri Wells
Lamar University

Adrienne Bricker
Ohio State University

Tim Amyx
Volunteer State Community College

Sarah Harris
University of Iowa (Retired)

Alex Frain
Marquette University

Mark Hommerding
The Grad Team

Music:
“Better to Light a Candle” by Doug McKenna

Previous Episode

Registrar Reflections from the Annual Meeting

Recording at the Portland Convention Center as part of the 107th AACRAO Annual Meeting afforded an opportunity for people to share some thoughts and reflections on their careers, what they find surprising about working in a registrar’s office, and how the AACRAO community has affected them. In this episode, participants of the Registrar 101 and FERPA workshop share some thoughts, with a few additional guests sprinkled in.

Key Takeaways:

The AACRAO Annual Meeting is a fantastic place to network, meet people, share experiences, and get invited to participate in a podcast.
There isn’t one “right” way to be a registrar; there isn’t one “right” career path. These conversations shed light on the journeys we are all on and ways that our journeys intersect with opportunities to support and encourage each other.

Guests:
Catarina Moita
Registrar Advisor
Colorado School of Mines
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Loida Gonzalez Utley
Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
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Sarah Reed
Registrar
University of California Hastings College of the Law
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Tyler Henson
Registrar
Middle Tennessee State University
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Tiffany Robinson
Asst. Vice Provost/University Registrar
University of Kansas Main Campus
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Tiffani Robertson
Associate Director of Admissions
Governors State University
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Curtis Cline
Associate Registrar for Graduate Programs
Cedarville University
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Stacy Sharp
Assistant Registrar
Aims Community College
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Danny Freire
Director Enrolment Services and Registrar
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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LacyJane Ryman
Registrar
Rowan College At Burlington County
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Sarah Strickler
Assistant Registrar for Classroom Scheduling and Curriculum
University of Oregon
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Core Competencies:

Diversity & Inclusion

Leadership & Management

Next Episode

Project Management for Registrars

The modern registrar’s office moves readily from one project to the next in our work to support student success and provide outstanding service to the university community. Employing best practices from a project management framework can go a long way to making those projects run more smoothly, efficiently, and more successfully. Rita Peaster and Aaron Apel talk about their background and experience with project management frameworks, provide insights into ways to improve your office’s overall project management capabilities, and reflect on various aspects of project management.

Key Takeaways:

Application of project management best practices can make the work of your office more efficient, effective, and successful.
Pursuing project management certification makes sense if your work includes significant project work. Otherwise, informal training will be sufficient. The Project Management Institute is a good place to start if you are interested in formal training or certification. There are also many free resources available with a simple web search.
Many downstream issues can be alleviated with careful, thoughtful preparation and consistent, transparent communication in the early stages of a project. Consider the stakeholders who will be affected and keep them in the loop. There will be surprises with every project and open communication from the start will help immensely.

Hosts:

Doug McKenna, University Registrar
George Mason University
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Sarah Reed, Registrar
University of California Hastings College of the Law
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Guests:

Rita Peaster
University Registrar
Oklahoma State University - Main Campus
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Aaron Apel
Assistant Registrar for Enrollment & Residency
University of Wisconsin - Madison
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References and Additional Information:

Project Management Institute

scrum.org - the home of scrum

Project Management Best Practices: Salapatas, J. N. (2000). Best practices—the nine elements to success. Paper presented at Project Management Institute Annual Seminars & Symposium, Houston, TX. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute.

PMBOK Guide - A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge - 7th Edition

Project Management classes via LinkedIn Learning

Core Competencies and Professional Proficiencies:

Leadership & Management
Data Systems Management

Change Management