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Join the Office of Access and Belonging at NYITCOM-Arkansas for the upcoming Mental Well-Being Conference—an event focused on equipping educators, business leaders, and community advocates with tools to foster inclusive environments that support mental health. Participants will enjoy a powerful day of learning, connection, and action. The conference theme is "From Awareness to Action: Cultivating Inclusive and Mentally Healthy Spaces." The event is co-hosted by Arkansas State University Division of Access and Institutional Engagement, St. Bernards Medical Center, the Office of Access and Belonging at NYITCOM-Arkansas, and Arisa Health. This conference will equip attendees with practical tools and strategies to promote mental well-being in inclusive and equitable ways, especially in the spaces where we learn, work, and lead. The conference will be held on Thursday, October 9, at the Cooper Alumni Center at Arkansas State University, 2600 Alumni Blvd., Jonesboro, AR 72401. On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m. (CT). Lunch is included. Registration is now closed for this event.(Scroll down for sponsorship opportunities.) Keynote Speaker Natasha Bowman, J.D. President, The Natasha Bowman Consulting Group Natasha Bowman, J.D., is a renowned thought leader, workplace consultant, and advocate for workplace equality with nearly two decades of experience. As a former c-suite HR executive, she has dedicated her career to transforming American workplaces from within, fostering environments where respect, genuine leadership, and top performance flourish. Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice for Workplace Mental Health and listed among the Top 30 Global Management Gurus, Bowman is highly regarded for her expertise in diagnosing workplace issues and delivering proven solutions. Her ability to cultivate highly engaged cultures that genuinely value every employee's contribution has earned her the moniker "The Workplace Doctor." As president of The Natasha Bowman Consulting Group, Bowman has served clients including Google, Forbes, Microsoft, and McDonald's. She also serves as an adjunct professor of human resources at esteemed institutions including Georgetown University, Fordham University, Manhattan College, and The Jack Welch Management Institute. Beyond consulting and teaching, Bowman is a sought-after international keynote speaker who passionately advocates for creating positive and engaging workplaces. She has spoken at prestigious events, including TedX, The HR Congress in France, the CDC, Harvard University, Trip Advisor, LinkedIn, and Oracle. Her expertise is frequently featured in national publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, U.S. News and World Report, The Wall Street Journal, and Fortune. Notably, she has two televised appearances with media mogul Oprah Winfrey. As a three-time bestselling author, Bowman is committed to advancing workplace equity and mental wellness, she co-founded The Bowman Foundation for Workplace Equity and Mental Wellness and serves as a board member at NAMI-NYC. Sponsorship Opportunities To make this conference as effective and accessible as possible, we are inviting local organizations to support our mission as event sponsors. Sponsorship opportunities include event recognition, booth space, promotional features, and more. Your support directly funds high-quality speakers and conference activities as well as offers an increased community awareness of inclusive mental health practices. Sponsorship confirmation is requested by September 1. For sponsorship questions, please reach out to Lori Smith at ljsmith@sbrmc.org (mailto:ljsmith@sbrmc.org). Platinum Sponsor - $1,500Full table, eight (8) complimentary registrations.Logo in conference program and day of event recognition.Event website post with organization logo and link.Social media post with logo and organization website link on event page.Vendor booth during the event.Gold Sponsor - $1,000Four (4) complimentary registrations.Logo in conference program and day of event recognition.Event website post with organization logo and link.Social media post with logo and organization website link on event page.Vendor booth during the event.Silver Sponsor - $500Two (2) complimentary registrations.Logo in conference program and day of event recognition.Event website post with organization logo.Social media post with logo on event page.Vendor booth during the event.Bronze Sponsor - $250One (1) complimentary registration.Name listed in conference program.Company name on event website.Social media post with name on event page.Vendor booth during the event.Additional Sponsorship OpportunitiesVendor Booth Sponsor – $100.Coffee Break Sponsor – $500 – One sponsorship available.Lunch Sponsorship – $500 – Four sponsorships available or exclusive sponsorship – $2,000.

The Humanities Department and the New York Tech Library present a Banned Book Giveaway! In recognition of Banned Book Week, come pick up a free copy of a frequently banned book and learn more about our curriculum and library resources that support freedom of expression! For inquiries, please contact Jennifer Griffiths, associate dean, College of Arts and Sciences, at jgriff02@nyit.edu (mailto:jgriff02@nyit.edu). This event takes place at both the Edward Guiliano Global Center Lobby at 1855 Broadway and at Salten Hall Cafe.

Volunteerism is a valuable asset to your career portfolio. In this session, students will learn how they can find volunteer opportunities that align with their career goals and how they can apply that to a resume.Register (https://nyit.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1755700)

This event is for faculty only. There will be subsequent forums for students and staff later this month. As we begin the search for our next provost at New York Tech, we invite New York Tech New York City campus faculty to participate in an open Zoom forum on Tuesday, October 9, to share your input on the qualities and priorities we should seek for this important academic leadership role. Long Island faculty may attend if they are unable to make the Long Island event on October 7 (https://events.nyit.edu/event/11514-long-island-provost-search-open-forum). As announced in an email last month, we are partnering with Isaacson, Miller, a nationally recognized firm in higher education searches, to help guide this important process.Register (https://site.nyit.edu/aux/event_rsvp?e=rz1daAEtGvjtoOU299XuLCsw0OO6woAChsDMbrQnNcCFCN0Sn25YOyOvQuDCDEPVI4%2BXO79yYJ2g94u2ACqg16sPX1hhBbKIpo9SRYka0jZ9TYYlN27zOk4ZGfwNQERhPVD%2BiRIWJMvMpkHrtuV50g79CNHT0gHWupycNZRv2wburA45i%2BNm9Wfk0Pt7adxfNGyo%2BFO4QphMkPvqvmF%2Bsg%3D%3D)

Join Dean Nicole Wadsworth, D.O., along with fellow NYITCOM alumni and friends, at ACOI in Marco Island (https://www.acoi.org/acoi2025), whether you're attending the conference or you're in the neighborhood. Know any NYITCOM alumni going to ACOI as well? Feel free to invite them to join! Quinn's on the Beach JW Marriott Marco Island 400 S. Collier Blvd. Marco Island, FL 34145Register (https://alumni.nyit.edu/events/com-events/nyitcom-alumni-dinner-at-acoi-2025?srctid=1&erid=15453163&trid=f4e8799e-927e-4d0e-bab9-4560f6a2f182)