Convention Center and Hyatt Regency
Lexington, Kentucky
May 19-21, 2008

Conference Theme
"Serving Millennial Students: New Approaches for a New Generation"

"Millennial students," born in or after 1982, get a lot of attention in the higher education press. Many have lived much of their lives in culturally and socially diverse, technology-intensive environments that are often simultaneously stressful and sheltered. They may bring different approaches to interacting with information, with other people, and with higher education. While there has been much written about the implications that characteristics of the millennial generation may have for our work, all of our students, regardless of age, are being asked to cope with a technology-rich, fast-paced, diverse educational environment. As those who teach, serve, and maintain the institutions that serve these students, how do we effectively respond to these changes and expectations? Explore new approaches, best practices and emerging issues as we face the "brave new world" of serving millennials and others in the 21st century.


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Due to overwhelming response, the Hyatt Regency Hotel is full. Please call the Radisson Plaza Hotel at 1-800-333-3333 or 1-859-231-9000 to make your reservation there. Guests must identify themselves as KCTCS New Horizons Conference attendees to receive special discounted rate of $99.00 per night (single - quad occupancy).

Comments or questions about the conference can be directed to Carolyn Carter or Mary Blankenship.

Back by popular demand

System Wellness Conference
New Horizons will also feature the popular Wellness Conference. Taking responsibility for one's health and well-being is an essential part of life and is vital to one's ability to contribute to the work and goals of KCTCS. Some topics covered include: weight management, exercise, relaxation, spirituality, health issues, etc. The wellness portion serves two distinct purposes. It allows different schools to come together and interact in a way that fosters a sense of community for the organization. It also allows the participants to hear a broad array of information from experts in a variety of fields, such as physical fitness, nutrition, and disease prevention and care.

Visual Arts Exhibition
Explore 2D and 3D visual arts in a juried exhibition. Discover the incredible depth of artistic talents and skills of KCTCS faculty and staff.