I’m packing my suitcases to head to the ACPA Annual
Convention in Las Vegas. I’m a bit misty
because when I return home after the convention, I will no longer be ACPA
President. While I am excited to be
able to devote more time to my family and campus responsibilities, I will miss
much about serving the profession and association that I love.
Fortunately, I have learned much in my Presidential year
that will carry me forward.
I know how much people around the world – from California to
China; to Canada and Jamaica – value ACPA and need what it has to offer them as
professionals and their students.
I know that ACPA members value collaboration – at all levels
– since opening ourselves up to partnerships with others helps us help our
students. Stand alone individualism does
not work in today’s society; just look at Congress.
I know that our profession’s future is bright and that ACPA
has the innovative ideas found no place else to equip student affairs and
higher education leaders to advance their careers and success of their
students.
Finally, I know that my contributions don’t need to stop
just because I leave office. I know I
still have much to give, and will find ways to continue offer leadership to the
profession.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve. It has been one of the highest honors I know
I will have throughout my career.
Keith Humphrey
ACPA President, 2012-2013
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