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Saturday, March 29

12:00PM - 5:00PM
Registration
HeartSong CD Pre-Function
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Past President's Welcome to Dollywood Reception
Event Lawn & Breezeway

Sunday, March 30

9:00AM - 5:00PM
Registration
HeartSong CD Pre-Function
10:00AM - 11:00AM
Connect & Exchange
HeartSong Salon A-D
10:10AM - 12:00PM
NACAS South Town Hall
HeartSong Salon A-D
12:10PM - 1:00PM
Lunch
1:10PM - 2:00PM
Concurrent Sessions A1-A4
2:10PM - 3:00PM
Concurrent Sessions B1-B4
3::10PM - 3:30PM
Refreshment Break
Heartsong Pre-Function
4:15PM - 5:15PM
Opening Keynote
HeartSong Salon A-D
5:45PM
Bus Transportation
Lobby
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Opening Event
9:30PM - 11:00PM
Hospitality Suite

Monday, March 31

8:00AM - 5:00PM
Registration
HeartSong CD Pre-Function
8:30AM - 9:30AM
Business Partner Recognition Breakfast
HeartSong Salon A-D
9:45AM - 1:30PM
Business Partner Showcase
Inspiration AB & CD, Inspiration Pre-function
12:30PM - 1:30PM
Lunch
HeartSong Salon A-D
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Concurrent Session C1-C4
3:15PM - 4:15PM
Concurrent Session D1-D4
9:30PM - 11:00PM
Hospitality Suite

Tuesday, April 1

8:00AM - 12:00PM
Registration
HeartSong CD Pre-Function
8:30AM - 9:30AM
Breakfast
Peaks D-F
9:45AM - 10:05AM
Business Partner Spotlights A1-A5
10:10AM - 10:30AM
Business Partner Spotlights B1-B5
10:50AM - 11:10AM
Business Partner Spotlights C1-C5
11:20AM - 11:40AM
Business Partner Spotlights D1-D5
2:15PM - 2:30PM
Meet for Tours
Lobby
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Travel to University of Tennessee
3:30PM - 5:30PM
Tour of University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Closing Keynote
University of Tennessee
6:30PM - 9:00PM
Closing Event
University of Tennessee

Wednesday, April 2

8:00AM - 9:00AM
Breakfast
Inspiration AB
9:00AM - 10:30AM
Closing General Session
Inspiration AB

Institutional Registration

Member Full Registration

Early Bird Rate: $475

Early Bird Deadline: February 3, 2025

Regular Rate: $550

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

 

Non-Member Full Registration

Early Bird Rate: $625

Early Bird Deadline: February 3, 2025

Regular Rate: $675

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Guest Full Registration

Regular Rate: $250

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Retired Full Registration

Regular Rate: $250

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Business Partner Registration

Silver Sponsor Registration

Rate: $3,000

Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Includes up to 2 company representative conference registrations

Gold Sponsor Registration

Rate: $4,000

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Includes up to 4  company representative conference registrations

 Platinum Sponsor Registration

Rate: $6,000

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Includes up to 6 company representative conference registrations

Diamond Sponsor     Registration

Rate: $10,000

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Includes up to 8 company representative conference registrations

Non-Exhibiting Business Partner

Rate: $775

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Additional Business Partner Registrations

Rate: $775

Regular Rate Deadline: February 24, 2025

Business Partner Registration

Member Registration Non-Member Registration

 

Cancellation and Refund Policy
Requests for cancellations and refunds must be submitted in writing. Requests can be submitted via email to info@nacas.org. Cancellations received before January 16, 2025, will be refunded minus a $95 processing fee. Any cancellations received after January 16, 2025, will not receive a refund.

Notice: If NACAS South must cancel this conference for any reason, liability is limited to the registration fees paid only. NACAS is not responsible for other expenses incurred, including travel and accommodation fees.

Business Partner Sponsorship Opportunities

Silver Sponsor

$3,000 - $3,999

  • Admittance to all educations sessions and events including the Opening Reception, NACAS Town Hall, Hospitality events, and Opening and Closing Celebrations, as well as Entrance to the Business Partner Exchange and Exhibits (with one 6' table), Breakfast and Lunch meals both Monday and Tuesday and abundant networking opportunities.
  • Up to 2 company representative conference registrations
  • Display space in Business Partner Expo Hall
  • Listing on NACAS South website with link to business
  • Listing in conference materials, and/or app
  • Recognition in on-site signage
  • Access to list of attendees prior to the conference (pre and post)

 

Gold Sponsor

$4,000 - $5,999

  • Admittance to all educations sessions and events including the Opening Reception, NACAS Town Hall, Hospitality events, and Opening and Closing Celebrations, as well as Entrance to the Business Partner Exchange and Exhibits (with one 6' table), Breakfast and Lunch meals both Monday and Tuesday and abundant networking opportunities.
  • Business Spolight Session (20 min) if time slots are available. Only 20 time slots are available
  • Up to 4 company representative conference registrations
  • Sponsorship of events at conference, including educational sessions and/or breaks (may co-sponsor)
  • Display space in Business Partner Expo Hall
  • Listing on NACAS South website with link to business
  • Listing in conference materials, and/or app
  • Recognition in on-site signage
    Verbal recognition of sponsorship at General Session
  • Access to list of attendees prior to the conference (pre and post)

 

Platinum Sponsor

$6,000 - $9,000

  • Admittance to all educations sessions and events including the Opening Reception, NACAS Town Hall, Hospitality events, and Opening and Closing Celebrations, as well as Entrance to the Business Partner Exchange and Exhibits (with one 6' table), Breakfast and Lunch meals both Monday and Tuesday and abundant networking opportunities.
  • Business Spolight Session (20 min) if timeslots are available.  Only 20 time slots are available.
  • Up to 6 company representative conference registrations
  • Sponsorship of events at conference, including Keynote Speakers, Group Meals or Receptions (may co-sponsor)
  • Upgraded display space in Business Partner Expo Hall
  • Upgraded to “Feature Status” with recognition in conference materials, and/or app
  • Listing on NACAS South website with link to business
  • Recognition in on-site signage
  • Verbal recognition of sponsorship at General Session
  • Access to list of attendees to the conference (pre and post)

Diamond Sponsor

$10,000

  • Admittance to all educations sessions and events including the Opening Reception, NACAS Town Hall, Hospitality events, and Opening and Closing Celebrations, as well as Entrance to the Business Partner Exchange and Exhibits (with one 6' table), Breakfast and Lunch meals both Monday and Tuesday and abundant networking opportunities.
  • Business Spolight Session (20 min) and time slot of your choice (first come first serve). Only 20 time slots are available.
  • Up to 8 company representative conference registrations
  • Sponsorship of events at conference, including Sunday night Opening/Closing Event, Keynote Sessions, President’s Reception, or NACAS South Hospitality Suite
  • Priority access to premium display space in Business Partner Expo Hall
  • Upgraded to “Feature Status” with recognition in conference materials, and/or app
  • Listing on NACAS South website with link to business
  • Recognition in on-site signage
    Verbal recognition of sponsorship at General Session
  • Speaking opportunity at event or General Session
  • Rotational ad in conference app
  • Access to list of attendees to the conference (pre and post)

For questions in related to sponsorship opportunities, contact Robin Parker at rparker@selu.edu.

Dollywoods HeartSong Monument Sign

 

Dollywood's HeartSong and DreamMore Lodge & Resort

Tucked away in a beautiful cove in the rolling foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort is a well-appointed, reimagined property that features a variety of accommodations and amenities.  This reimagined Smoky Mountain lodge features four-story, lantern-inspired windows in the resort’s welcoming atrium, epic indoor and outdoor pools that provide guests a refreshing escape in all seasons, and a picture-perfect outdoor cove with gathering spaces, communal firepit and screened-in porch. With 26,000 sq. ft. of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space, the property can accommodate gatherings for several hundred guests. From the two-story HeartSong Event Center to spacious outdoor meeting spaces and event lawn, the resort offers numerous options to provide a unique and inspiring setting for groups.

Dollywood’s HeartSong Resort is designed to bring that intangible feeling to life, honor everything that makes the Smokies special, and invite you to experience the wonders of finding your own heartsong.

Hotel Information
Dollywood's Heartsong Lodge & Resort
1210 Dollywood, Resorts Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37683

The cutoff date to book your hotel room at the special group rate of $275 per night excluding taxes & fees is February 24, 2025.

Travel  Information

Uber & Lyft

The ride sharing pick-up location is located outside on the lower level of the terminal building. As you exit the building, the pick-up location will be directly to the right. Directional signs are available to assist passengers looking for their ride share vehicle, or use the walking directions provided below.

Please note: We recommend scheduling your transportation in advance, as Ubers and Lyfts may not be available during off-peak hours.

Car Rentals

Rental Car counters are located on the lower level of the airport terminal building near baggage claim. Counter hours vary based on the company. We highly encourage you to make reservations in advance to guarantee transportation once you arrive at the airport.

Parking at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge or DreamMore Resort and Spa is complimentary for guests.

The Rental Car Return area is located on the first floor of the parking garage, which can be accessible from Airport Loop Road.

Taxis & Charters

Click here for an alphabetical list of taxi companies and charter companies currently licensed to do business at the Knoxville airport.

The taxi pick-up area is located outside on the north side of the terminal and is accessible from the baggage claim. We highly encourage you to make reservations in advance to guarantee transportation once you arrive at the airport.

Call For Programs

2025 South CX

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March 30 - April 2 at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. 

The NACAS South CX conference provides the premier exchange of campus-centric ideas, solutions, and connections to your regional area. Designed and delivered by your own professional peers, this event gives you the best opportunity to isolate your needs and nurture your relationships. At South CX, you can easily seek out other campus service leaders that have similar interests, requirements, and visions for how to empower campus communities.

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Business Partner Spotlight Sessions

Awards & Scholarships

NACAS South is committed to helping members of the South Region take advantage of awards and scholarships. This is one way the region can give back and support the membership initiatives of the Association.

The award and scholarship nomination deadline is February 7, 2025. 

Board Nominations