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The IAAP Theme this year is Power of Commitment. What does it really mean? To commit is defined as: to bind, as in a promise or pledge. Power is defined as the ability to produce an effect. Thus the theme is a pledge to move forward until success is achieved.  Read On.....
 

Headquarters News

  • Take a moment to read the October IAAP President's Message  from Susan Shamali CPS/CAP which highlights her recent trip to Kansas City at IAAP Headquarters to recognize staff for their contributions to IAAP.

  • 2010 Award For Excellence Program Changes:  This year, the program is on a new schedule and nominations are due by December 10, 2009. To learn more about this program, view guidelines and submission forms check it out here.

  • IAAP is offering  a special deal to help you attend the 2010 International Education Forum and Annual Meeting in Boston.  There are a limited number of packages offering 10% off your hotel stay at the Sheraton Boston and 10% off your registration when you prepay for both by December 15th. Find out all the details. 

  • Call for Nominations: International Office or Retirement Trust Foundation Trustee. Are you interested in being nominated for an International Office or Trustee position? Click here to review the qualifications and application. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2010 no later than 5 pm ET.

  • Community Service Applications Now Being Accepted to be considered to serve for one-year appointments to the 2010-2011 International Bylaws and Standing Rules Committee, Committee on Nominations or Retirement Trust Foundation Committee are now available. These positions become effective at the close of International Education Forum and Annual Meeting in Boston, July 2010. Click here to review the memo and complete the applications. The deadline to apply is February 1, 2010 no later than 5 pm ET.

Illinois Division News

  • Read all about it! The October-November Illinois Division Newsletter is hot off the press. Learn what is going on in our diviision and chapters in Illinois.

  • Greater O'Hare Chapter invites you to attend their December Holiday Party and Silent/Live Auction on December 17, 2009. Check it out! Registration is due by Wednesday, December 9th if you plan to attend.

  • To access the Illinois Division website, click here.  

Chapter News

 
Ø  Calling all chapter members! We are looking for volunteers to assist with the planning of our December Chapter Meeting (Holiday Celebration & Charity Drive). If you are interested in participating, please contact Crystal Davis via e-mail or by phone at 312-602- 8550.

Ø  November Chicago Lake Shore Breezes Newsletter is hot off the press. Take a moment to catch up about what is happening in our chapter and with our members.

Ø  Need support from employer to attend IAAP meeting/event?: Are you looking for ways for your company to support your involvement in IAAP? If so, take a look at the Meeting Attendance ROI Planner.

Ø  Need a Job? Check out our Job Opportunities page for the latest openings that have been submitted to our Chapter.

Ø  Did you know? Metcalf provides a 50% discount on the CPS/CAP exam certification materials for those who are currently unemployed? Normally, IAAP members receive a 20% and non members receive a 10% discount. Take advantage of these savings today.


Thinking about joining? Find out why it is important to be a part of IAAP (as well as a member of the Chicago Lake Shore Chapter). Make an investment in your professional future today!


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