Why should you attend SMI? Read what attendees have said about their experiences at the Institute!
“Discussion between other institutions and exchanging ideas between other institutions was the most valuable part of the institute for me. This discussion allowed me to think creatively and challenge my thought process.”
“Outstanding content, excellent presentation, and most of all outstanding facilitators!”
“The presenters were obviously well-informed and well-qualified to lead the training. They offered practical advice, as well as perspectives from different types of institutions and different systems.”
“The format was excellent and the course material was very thorough. Additionally, the ability to dialogue about individual issues pertaining to the topics was great.”
“Knowledgeable faculty, approachable and open to hearing members share alternate approaches to issues.”
“I appreciated that they could draw from personal examples as current professionals, and I felt like they engaged the room, promoted participation and gave great feedback.”
From participating in the ASCA Sexual Misconduct Institute (SMI), I learned…
“Better interviewing techniques in the investigative process, more about how to identify trauma in impacted parties, continued self-exploration in myself related to cultural competence and how to see things though a students’ lens.”
“Substantive information about the process of investigation of sexual misconduct and the gray areas surrounding the issue.”
“More about the adjudication process and how other institutions adjudicate sexual misconduct cases.”
“The mechanics of conducting an investigation and the nuances in asking complete questions and getting information in a trauma informed way.”