Annual Convention

The AFC 2015 Annual Meeting and Conference will be held at the Buena Vista Palace in Lake Buena Vista, FL, November 11-13, 2015. The Annual Conference is the celebratory event of the year for the Florida College System. It includes an exhibit hall with over 35 suppliers, more than 30 diverse educational programs, informative membership and association-related meetings, exemplary practice presentations, recognitions and awards, and excellent networking opportunities for members and friends of the Florida College System.

The Association of Florida Colleges celebrates the many voices of its members through its Advocacy, Leadership, and Innovation across the state. The 28 state and community colleges that comprise the Florida College System institutions serve more than 800,000 students annually. Today's challenge is to meet the growing needs of a diverse population with limited resources and a changing educational landscape. Performance funding, new accountability measures with a focus on retention and completion, and baccalaureate degrees are the bellwether issues for higher education professionals in the state. How can the Florida College System continue to meet student and community needs while maintaining excellence, access, and student engagement during this critical time of transformation? Additionally, how can the AFC remain relevant while providing learning-centered professional development to its members? Join us as we launch our new Annual Meeting and Conference this November.

Conference Information	Welcome to the 2015 AFC Annual Meeting and Conference web page. Here you will find information you need to help you get the most out of your conference experience.
Draft Schedule at a Glance:	Schedule At A Glance (DRAFT as of 5/4/15)
Conference Registration:	Deadline to register online is November 4, 2015. See below for registration fees based on registration type. Click on registration link to register. FULL CONFERENCE: All pricing is per person; click on link to be taken to registration form; you must have each registrant's individual username and password to register. College President / Lobbyist: $389.00 (Includes COP Events) Trustee Events: $389.00 (does not include Wednesday COP Luncheon) AFC Member (non-college president/lobbyist) Conference Registration: $289.00 (Does NOT include COP Events) Retired AFC Member: $139.00 (Does NOT include COP Events) Non-Member (no vendors or suppliers): $750.00 (Does NOT include COP Events) DAILY REGISTRATION: All pricing is per person; click on link to be taken to registration form; you must have each registrant's individual username and password to register. COP Guest/Spouse Registration: $169.00 Trustee Event Thursday Only: $199.00 (does NOT include Gala ticket) Trustee Event Thursday Only: $269.00 (includes Gala ticket) AFC Member (non-college president/lobbyist) Wednesday Only Registration: $119.00 (Wednesday Only) AFC Member (non-college president/lobbyist) Thursday Only Registration: $179.00 (Thursday Only - Includes Gala) Non-Member (no vendors or suppliers) (Wednesday or Thursday): $650.00 (does NOT include COP Events) MEAL FUNCTIONS ONLY: Available as add-ons in the above registration links. All pricing is per person. You do not need to do a separate registration; You will be able to provide registrants name on the registration form. COP Luncheon Ticket for guest/spouse (no vendors or suppliers): $49.00 - Presidential Gala Ticket - Member or Spouse/Guest of a member (no vendors or suppliers): $69.00 Awards Brunch Ticket - Member or Spouse/Guest of a member (no vendors or suppliers): $49.00 Non-Member - Gala or Awards Brunch Ticket (no vendors or suppliers): $500.00
Commission Exemplary Practice or Workshop Submission Form	Commission Chair or Designated Commission Representative Thank you for taking the time to submit your Exemplary Practice or Workshop Proposal. The information you supply will assist the AFC Conference Staff in preparing the meeting space for your event. All Exemplary Practice/Workshop submissions must be received by Date to be announced Click the button to submit your 2015 Commission Exemplary Practice or Commission Workshop proposals: We ask that you do not submit more that two proposals per commission. PLEASE NOTE Please use the GOOGLE CHROME browser to complete your submission. Using Internet Explorer, FireFox, or Safari may cause issues with uploading your headshots and seeing the appropriate buttons.
Commission Board / Business Meeting Submission Form	Commission Chair or Designated Commission Representative Thank you for taking the time to submit your Board or Business meeting request. The information you supply will assist the AFC Conference Staff in preparing the meeting space for your event. All Commission and Board meeting requests must be received by Date to be announced Click the button to submit your 2015 Commission Board/Business Meeting: PLEASE NOTE Please use the GOOGLE CHROME browser to complete your submission. Using Internet Explorer, FireFox, or Safari may cause issues with uploading your headshots and seeing the appropriate buttons.
Educational Sessions Call For Proposals:	Deadline to submit is Monday, August 31, 2015. Priority will be given to proposals submitted by Wednesday, July 15, 2015. PLEASE NOTE Please use the GOOGLE CHROME browser to complete your submission. Using Internet Explorer, FireFox, or Safari may cause issues with uploading your headshots and seeing the appropriate buttons. Submissions on the following themes/topics are encouraged: Business Partnerships ~ Student Affairs ~ Developmental Education ~ Teaching and Learning Leadership ~ Technology ~ Research and Evaluation ~ Diversity/Inclusion ~ International Education Retirement ~ Workforce Development ~ Baccalaureate Programs ~ Conflict Resolution Campus Safety and Security ~ Veteran's Affairs (Returning Military Students) Click the button to learn more and to submit your 2015 Proposal: PLEASE NOTE Please use the GOOGLE CHROME browser to complete your submission. Using Internet Explorer, FireFox, or Safari may cause issues with uploading your headshots and seeing the appropriate buttons. Sessions submitted by the stated deadline will be reviewed and notifications will be sent to submittee(s) by September 18th. Notifications will be sent to the designated key contact/submittee only. When a proposal is accepted, all presenters must comply with submission deadlines for session materials. Failure to do so may result in the non-inclusion of the session in the convention program. All presenters must register for the AFC Annual Meeting and Conference. See Conference registration section for member and non-member registration options. All costs associated with attending the AFC Annual Meeting and Conference are the responsibility of the individual presenter(s). Presenters will not be provided registration discounts or passes.
Hotel Accommodations:	Buena Vista Palace - 1900 E. Buena Vista Drive - Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830 - (866) -397-6516 (Phone) A room block has been created at The Buena Vista Palace. The room rate is $139.00 for Resort View Rooms ($149.00 Waterview) per night, single or double occupancy. (1 bedroom family suite $209.00 or 1 bedroom tower suite $278.00) For reservations please call: 1-866-397-6516 . You may book online using this link AFC Group Online Reservations Please ask for the AFC group rate. Deadline to book at group rate is October 18, 2015.
Service Project:	As we gather in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, our service project this year will support (to be determined).
Welcome Social	The Welcome Social will be held on November 11th from 9:00 PM until 12:00AM. More details to follow soon. Click here for a flyer you can share with your chapter: (Coming Soon)
Certified College Professional Program:	The Certified College Professional (CCP) Program provides you with the opportunity to earn a designation related to your work as a college professional or with the Florida College System. It will expose you to content and experiences you may not be able to obtain elsewhere. The CCP program provides significant value-added benefits for members and non-members and enhances the AFC's role as the primary professional development provider for the Florida College System. To learn more and apply for the CCP Program, please visit the Certified College Professional Program page.
Exhibitor/Sponsor Information:	Do you work with suppliers who would like the opportunity to showcase what their company has to offer employees and institutions of the Florida College System? Extend them an invitation to participate in a wonderful opportunity to market their goods and services to the 550+ college personnel who represent a portion of the 8,000+ AFC members. Attendees at the AFC Annual Convention represent all facets of each College. We will have all 28 of our College Presidents in attendance as well as V.P.’s of Business Affairs. The majority of our attendees are Career & Professional Staff, Administrative Staff and Faculty. In addition, there are 15 specialty groups called commissions that will be represented by the above listed attendees. These groups include the Faculty Commission, Student Development Commission, and the Administration Commission to name just a few. A full list of our commissions can be here. The networking and exposure that is available to them and their staff through this convention is unique and valuable. The deadline to register to exhibit and/or sponsor is November 1, 2015. Download the exhibitor/sponsor brochure for more information. (2015 Brochure will be available by mid-June).
Frequently Asked Questions:	We've taken your frequently asked questions and created video answers! Check out the answers to these and many more on our FAQ page. How do I retrieve my login credentials to register? How do I retrieve login credentials for my college president, lobbyist, or trustee? How do I register multiple people from my chapter?
AFC APP:	Keep in touch with AFC on the go! Download the AFC APP today! The app contains information on upcoming events, information regarding the CCP program, the AFC Foundation, links to CURRENT and Capitol Perceptions, a Photo Gallery, and much more! Ways to download: Scan the appropriate QR code Click the link to be taken to the APP store Search for Association of Florida Colleges in iTunes or Assn. of Florida Colleges in Google Play

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I retrieve my login credentials to register?

A: Here is a link to our frequently asked questions page. Please visit the FAQ to watch a short video.

Q: How do I retrieve login credentials for my college president, lobbyist, or trustee?

A: Please send an email to [email protected] with the name(s) of those you wish to register. Also include the email address that you would like associated with them (i.e. the assistant who will be registering them). Once we confirm their information is correct in the database, you will receive an email with all usernames and passwords for all profiles attached to your email address. **Please note, you will receive AFC email blasts for each person whose membership profile is attached to your email address.

Q: How do I register multiple people from my chapter?

A: If you would like to register multiple members from your chapter and receive one invoice, please contact Eileen Johnson at 850-222-3222 or [email protected]