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Monday February 17, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EST
Let’s explore the intricate relationship between work and play. “Play” doesn’t mean a lack of professionalism but rather the fostering of an environment that encourages creativity, relaxation, and interaction. In this session we will identify the benefits and practical strategies for blending work and play in a financial aid office. We will discuss how the integration of work and play can improve employee morale, reduce burnout, enhance teamwork, and increase productivity. We will discuss how work and play has been integrated into four different types of institutions financial aid offices.
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avatar for Nancy Ferguson | UGA

Nancy Ferguson | UGA

Director, University of Georgia
Nancy Ferguson is the Director of Student Financial Aid at the University of Georgia where she has worked for almost 25 years. She has a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master’s Degree in Adult Education from the University of Georgia. Nancy is a Past President of the Georgia... Read More →
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Dr. Samantha Hicks, FAAC®

Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid & Scholarships, Coastal Carolina University
Dr. Samantha Hicks is currently serving as the Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid & Scholarships at Coastal Carolina University.  She is in her fifteenth year working in Financial Aid full-time at CCU.  Her own personal experience as a low-income student and a work-study... Read More →
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Joan Bailey

Director, University of South Florida - Health
Joan Bailey is the Director at University of South Florida’s - Health Office of Financial Aid and works primarily with Graduate and Professional students. Joan journeyed into the world of financial aid in 1996 as a graduate student assistant in the Office of Financial Aid at University... Read More →
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Felicia Ailster

Executive Director, Gwinnett Technical College
Monday February 17, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EST
Dogwood

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