Newcomer Welcome Orientation M A S F A P Newcomer Welcome Orientation

HOW IT ALL BEGAN In April, 1967, a group of financial aid administrators and fiscal business officers from Missouri junior colleges and four year institutions met informally. First planned meeting was held in June of 1967 at Lincoln University.

MASFAP IS BORN At this second meeting, the members voted to create MASFAP. There was no formal constitution or mission, and no funds. The first officers were… President: Paul Canole Vice-President: LG Belcher Secretary: George Brooks

BEGINNINGS Meetings were held twice a year at different institutions The newsletter was created in 1968 with donations of $22 from the attendees Membership fee of $10 was first assessed in 1969 Fall of 1969 the first MASFAP constitution was written and approved

GROWTH In 1971, the meeting moved to a conference site for the first time at the Holiday Inn in Osage Beach Rooms were $11.23 and registration fee was $8.50, including meals.

CONSTITUTION CHANGE In the 1980’s, the constitution was changed to allow lenders to join as Associate Members. Although there was initial concern, the impact of lender involvement has been positive. Associate Member financial support enhanced the organization and has assisted with many conference activities.

MASFAP ACHIEVEMENTS In 1992, MASFAP’s 25th anniversary was celebrated, and in 2002 our 35th birthday party. A silent auction, now an annual event, was held to raise money for the scholarship fund. This fund awards two $500 scholarships a year. In 2002, the community service project began to aid needy schools and organizations.

MASFAP TODAY Conference attendance averages 275 attendees Conferences held at the Lodge of the Four Seasons Membership dues are $60 annually per institution Technology has created our website where registration can be done online, and great information is at your fingertips.

THE ORGANIZATION Executive Board Committee Chairs Members Associate Members Affiliated Organizations

EXECUTIVE BOARD Responsible for carrying out the purpose of the organization, approving the budget, and maintaining the records Consists of… President Delegate at Large – 4yr Private President-Elect Delegate at Large – 4yr Public Past-President Delegate at Large – Associate Members Vice-President Delegate at Large – 2yr Public Secretary Ex-Officio Member Treasurer Treasurer-Elect

COMMITTEE CHAIRS Responsible for organizing and running each committee, and their budgets. Archives Newcomer/Welcome Associate Members Nominations & Elections Associational Governance Professional Development Awards Program Budget and Finance Research Career Schools Site Corporate Support Technology Early Awareness College Goal Sunday Legislation Leadership Membership Past-Presidents Cabinet

MEMBERSHIP & ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Consists of schools, guarantors, professional organizations, lenders, secondary markets, and the Department of Education.

AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS NASFAA: National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators MASFAA: Midwest Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators which includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, West Virginia and Wisconsin

REGIONAL GROUPS FANG: Financial Noon Group KC-RAP: Kansas City Regional Aid Professionals OAKFAP: Ozark Area Key Financial Aid Professionals SLAP: St Louis Aid Professionals SEMO-RAP: Southeast Missouri Regional Aid Professionals

WWW.MASFAP.ORG News Membership Guide Conference Registration Upcoming Events Awards Constitution

BOB BERGER NEWCOMER AWARD Named in honor of the late Bob Berger, Director of Financial Aid for Missouri Western Recognizes the outstanding contributions of those new to the industry

WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE CONFERENCE Dress is casual for the first and last days, and usually business casual for the second day. General sessions are for everyone and geared towards sharing information pertinent to all. Breakout sessions focus on specific areas. You can decide ahead of time which sessions you would like to attend. Often, handouts are available from sessions you miss. Bring a sweater to sessions. Some are cold!

Continued… Everyone gathers to socialize in the Vendor area. Please join in. The lobby bar area is often a place to meet new people and network. Just go to watch the TV and you’ll meet people. The evening activities are great fun and where you make friends that last.

So………….. Have a great time Meet new people Network Learn new things And stay involved….we love your input! When you leave, we hope you have made new friends, gathered new information, and garnered new resources.

WELCOME TO MASFAP!!!!