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Wednesday at NCFR 2024
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024
In This Email:
- Power Outage: Important Updates
- When You Arrive at NCFR 2024
- Wednesday's Plenary and Programming
- Late Updates to Program Schedule
- Poster Sessions NCFR 2024
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Update on Power Outage:
Olympic Tower has full power. Cascade Tower is on emergency power. All elevators operational. Coffee, snacks, and charging stations in 1st floor lobby. Sessions will go on as planned. More updates to follow. *See Whova for instant updates.
We apologize for inconveniences you may be facing. Power is out all over the area. NCFR staff and hotel are working on how to make the best of this situation.
Thank you for your patience.
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Update on Hotel Dining:
Hotel restaurants are closed until further notice while we await power updates. The hotel will be making coffee and snacks available in conference spaces.
We apologize for inconveniences.
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Room Changes
Please note the following room changes as a result of power outages:
- #102 - Contact Jessica Oswald for change
- #103 - TCRM Grand North Foyer, 2nd floor
- #104 - TCRM Grand North Foyer, 2nd floor
- #106 - No Change
- #107 - Maple, 3rd floor
- #108 - Evergreen North Foyer, 1st floor
- #109 - No Change
- #110 - Balsam, 2nd floor, Cascade Tower
- #111 - No Change
- #112 - Auditorium, 3rd floor
- #113 - No Change
- #114 - IDC Contact Alicia Jaworski for change
*Check Whova for updated room changes throughout the day.
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Stair access between towers on the 2nd floor is closed — Please use the Cascade Tower elevators from the lobby or other floors.
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When You Arrive Onsite
The badge pickup area is located on the 2nd floor, Olympic Tower. Stop by to retrieve your conference badge, ask questions about navigating the conference — locating events and services, etc. Badge pickup hours are:
Wednesday, Nov. 20 — 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 21-22 — 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 23 — 7 to 11:30 a.m.
*Remember, your conference badge must be worn at all times in the conference meeting spaces.
Getting Around the Conference Space
Please note: While the Cascade Tower operates on emergency power and the Olympic Tower has full power, getting around the conference space has changed. Elevators are operational, however, stair access between the two towers on the 2nd floor is closed at this time. To get to session rooms, look for the tower elevators closest to your destination.
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Connect to WiFi in conference meeting spaces with the SSID Wiley-NCFR and the password NCFR2024.
And speaking of online access, you will also find the (15) livestream sessions inside Whova.
SEE ALL ONSITE AMENITIES & ACCOMODATIONS
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Opening Plenary
Difficult Conversations: How Family Professionals Can Bridge Divides in an Era of Polarization
#135 | 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. PST | Add to agenda
Grand Ballroom A/B/C/D/E/F/G
NBCC CE Credit: #1.5 hr and Conference Attendance Credit: #1.5 hr
Presented by: William J. Doherty, Ph.D.
William J. Doherty, Ph.D., NCFR Fellow, is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota where he taught Family Science and marriage and family therapy for 38 years. Dr. Doherty is also past president of NCFR.
Political divisions appear to be growing more pronounced worldwide. In the United States, public issues affecting families can become difficult to solve when they are caught up in the “red/blue” divide, and families face internal conflicts over politics. Drawing on eight years of work in political depolarization, Dr. Doherty will describe the sources of political polarization and offer specific ways that family professionals can promote constructive conversations to build bridges in a world where bridges are burning down.
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Connect With Colleagues at the CollabCorner!
8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. PST
Cascade Tower, 2nd floor
Regency Foyer
New opportunity this year to connect with conference attendees — NCFR presents to you the CollabCorner! This inclusive space will be open and accessible for all. You can sign up while at the conference or request a time by contacting Ginnie O'Neill.
CollabCorner provides a great space for opportunities such as individuals wanting to discuss their research, collaborate and/or network with other attendees, or member groups wishing to get together at a dedicated time and space. See you at the CollabCorner!
*Light refreshments will be offered at the designated 1:15 p.m. Network and Refresh Break.
READ MORE
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Special Events at NCFR 2024: Transgender Day of Remembrance
Remembrance of Names Ceremony / 7:15-8:30 p.m. PST
Regency Foyer, at the CollabCorner
The Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), observed annually on Nov. 20, coincides with the opening day of the 2024 NCFR Annual Conference.
Two conference events are planned:
• The Wall of Remembrance
• Remembrance of Names Ceremony
TDOR provides an opportunity for individuals and communities to gather to remember transgender people, gender-diverse individuals, and people perceived to be transgender who have been murdered because of hate.
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Stair access between towers on the 2nd floor is closed — Please use the Cascade Tower elevators from the lobby or other floors.
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Preconference Workshop
Theory Construction and Research Methodology (TCRM) Workshop Schedule
- #103 | 8:15 – 9:45 a.m. PST: Adolescents, Parents and Learning Environments (TCRM Paper Session 7), Regency A
- #104 | 8:15 – 9:45 a.m. PST: Reflexive Masculinities: Personal, Professional, and Political Stories (TCRM Session 8: Symposium 2), Regency C
In this unique, interactive environment, working papers on family theory and research methodology are reviewed, discussed, and strengthened at the TCRM Workshop.
Already registered for TCRM? Make sure to read the working papers before you attend TCRM sessions on Wednesday. Log in to Access Papers (you must be registered for TCRM 2024 to access papers)
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Wednesday Program Highlights
#105: SPECIAL SESSION
Arcus Award Address — Charting the Future: Redefining Family Life
Education For the Next Generation
8:30-9:45 a.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Grand Ballroom A/B/C/D
#115: SPECIAL SESSION
Sociocultural Adaptation of Ethnically and Racially Diverse Youth: A New Multisystem Model
10:15-11:30 a.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Grand Ballroom A/B/C/D
Sponsored by the Journal of Family Theory & Review; Made Possible by the Theory Construction and Research Methodology (TCRM) Workshop
#124: Newcomers Welcome
10:15–11:30 a.m. PST | Add to agenda
A reception for first- or second-time conference attendees. At this event, you'll get to meet other new attendees and learn a little more about NCFR and the conference.
Sponsored by University of North Texas, Department of Educational Psychology
Grand Ballroom E/F/G/H/I/J/K
#127: POSTER SESSION 1
Noon-1:15 p.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Sponsored by The Pennsylvania State University, Department of Human Development and Family Studies
Evergreen Ballroom E/F/G/H/I
#136: SPECIAL SESSION
Building Resilience: When Religious Coping Helps and Harms Individuals, Families, or Communities
3:45-5 p.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Made Possible by the Religion, Spirituality & Family, and Family Therapy Sections
Grand Ballroom A/B/C/D
#145: NCFR Board/Members Listening Session
3:45-5:15 p.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Join your colleagues and members of the NCFR Board of Directors to discuss topics important to NCFR, including the organization's current strategic planning efforts.
Evergreen Ballroom A
#147: POSTER SESSION 2
5:30-6:45 p.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Sponsored by The Pennsylvania State University, Department of Human Development and Family Studies
Evergreen Ballroom E/F/G/H/I
#148: President’s Reception
6–7 p.m. PST | Add to Agenda
All conference attendees are welcome to attend this opening reception of the NCFR conference. Come and meet NCFR President Bethany L. Letiecq, and members of the Board of Directors, and network with colleagues.
Sponsored by Wiley, Publisher of NCFR’s Journals
Grand Ballroom I/J
#149: INVITED PRESENTER SESSION
Navigating and Negotiating the Academic and Alt-Ac Job Market
7:15-8:30 p.m. PST | Add to Agenda
Sponsored by Human Development and Family Sciences, Texas Tech University; Made Possible by Students and New Professionals
Regency A
Download the conference app, Whova, for the latest updates. Read the step-by-step instructions or go jump right into Whova. *All times are listed in PST, but you can manually adjust the time zone in Whova.
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Wednesday's Late Updates to the Program
Canceled Presentations
Please note: These are only individual papers and posters that are canceled. The other posters in their respective sessions remain as scheduled.
- Symposium, Concurrent Session #117-02: Coparenting as a Resiliency Factor: The Long-Term Effects of Changes in Coparenting Quality During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Find a running list of late updates along with the full schedule.
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Poster Sessions at NCFR 2024
This year, there will be 5 onsite poster sessions. The key to navigating posters at NCFR is to simply plan ahead.
- When viewing the conference schedule, you'll find groupings of posters by topic areas.
- Abstracts are available to read in the Whova conference app.
- Note the numbers assigned to the posters you're interested in viewing. Posters are displayed in numerical order onsite and in the app.
- Think of questions you might have for the presenter ahead of time.
- Ask the presenter if you can take a picture or get a copy of their poster.
- Attend poster sessions with a group and split up. Meet up later to share what you learned.
- Presenting? Find instructions for presenters here.
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Thank you to our Poster Session Sponsor
for their generous support
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Visit the Exhibits
Exhibits offer an array of new materials and services to enhance your work, career, and professional development. Visit with representatives to learn about opportunities and register for prizes!
#146 | 5-8 p.m. PST
Grand Ballroom Foyer
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Anniversaries & Fundraisers at NCFR 2024
NCFR congratulates the following sections for their incredible milestones:
★ Family & Community Education – 85th
★ REDF – 45th
★ Families & Health – 40th
★ Family Policy – 55th
★ Family Therapy – 85th
★ Religion & Spirituality – 40th
★ Research & Theory – 85th
NCFR congratulates the following focus group for their incredible milestone:
★ Asian/Asian American Families Focus Group – 25th
The following section will also have fundraisers at this year's conference:
• REDF Section: The Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Families (REDF) section has multiple items for sale this year. Items can be purchased during the Newcomers Welcome.
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Creating a Healthy & Safe Conference
NCFR and the Hyatt Regency are working together to create a safe and healthy conference experience for everyone. You play an important role too!
NCFR strongly recommends that all participants stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccination. Participants are encouraged to wear face masks in all conference-related event spaces if they have been exposed to a respiratory virus. NCFR will have a supply of masks available but suggests attendees come prepared with their own masks. Read more
If you feel sick or have a fever, please reduce the risk of illness by not traveling or staying in your room. Read more
Please also see our tips for personal safety and Hyatt safety information
Review our Conference Code of Conduct to learn about what is considered acceptable and unacceptable behavior, and how to report unacceptable behavior. Read more
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This conference information from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) was sent to
at _t.e.s.t_@example.com
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