NODA's Associate Members provide products and services that may be of benefit to orientation professionals in planning and implementing programs. Below is a brief description of their products and services, for more information click on their links!
360 Stay Safe - member since 2009
Without the right information, college and university students are increasingly at risk when violent crime, school shootings and Internet stalking are on the rise. 360° Stay Safe is an organization focused on being the single-best source of information on personal safety and security. The "Stay Safe at College" DVD is a new personal safety training program geared specifically for the millennial generation that helps students understand how crimes are perpetrated, and offers helpful prevention and avoidance techniques. You can view a preview copy online at http://www.360staysafe.com/.
academic impressions - member since 2009
Academic Impressions is dedicated to facilitating professional development for higher education administrators in a variety of job functions, including orientation, enrollment services, financial aid, enrollment management, admissions, marketing, communications, development and advancement, planning, and information technology. Participants are encouraged to network and share best practices in a structured learning environment.
Adam Shepard- MEMBER SINCE 2009
After graduating from college, Adam Shepard picked a random city and left home with $25, a sleeping bag, and the clothes on his back. In search of the values that separate success from failure, he has detailed his story in his first book, Scratch Beginnings. He has been featured on CNN, NPR, Fox News, 20/20, and the Today Show. Adam presently tours the country sharing his story with college students and speaking about the importance of making the most of today. Visit www.shepardspeaks.com for more information.
Alert Notification - member since 2006
In the event of an emergency, do you have a plan or system in place that would allow emergency response personnel to know hot to contackt one of your family members or friends immediately?
Nationally, the average time to notify family or friends of an emergency is 6 hours.
By combining the unique features of Alert Notification with the efforts of emergency service personnel , not only are we able to reduce the lengthy notification time down to a matter of minutes but we create a valued "peace of mind" for our members.
Arel Moodie International- member since 2008
Arel Moodie is an expert on helping students create success in school and in life. His orientation presentation the College Success Program is a must for all new student orientation programs that want students to really start college with the proper foundation for achievement. His student leadership development programs are second to none. Find out for yourself at www.arelmoodie.com.
BookWear® - member since 2008
Recruit, Market and Fundraise. With BookWear® your story and photos are on the book cover. Inside is a compressed T-shirt (or other gift) printed with your logo. The recipient reads your message, wears your shirt and starts identifying with you (and advertising for you). Mail BookWear® like a postcard. A variety of gifts are available in the book package: Mini Packs, First Aid Kits, Nurses Scrub-shirts, Puzzles and more. Make a Novel Impression with BookWear®.
CAMPUSPEAK - member since 2008
CAMPUSPEAK is the premier agency providing educational speakers and programs to colleges. Based in Denver, Colorado, CAMPUSPEAK is the very best place to turn for that great orientation or first-year experience speaker on issues (alcohol, sexual assault prevention, leadership, diversity) or to simply get your new students excited. Learn more at www.campuspeak.com.
CampusTshirt.com - member since 2000
T-shirts, t-shirts and more t-shirts. Let CampusTshirt.com Sponsor Orientation on your campus! Free Shipping, Screens, Artwork and Set-up a long with on-line art approval make your job easier and less expensive. Call (800) 387-4150 for a price quote and details.
CHW Productions, LLC - member since 2002
Imagine an orientation program that is so effective it will inspire your administration, team-build your staff, prepare your incoming students, and have your incoming parents thanking you. After watching Life on Campus you will never see orientation skits the same way again. Check us out on our website http://www.chwconcepts.com
Comevo llc - member since 2007
@school Online Orientation
Connecting with students in the digital age is the challenge and Comevo’s @school Online Orientation is the solution. A disconnect has developed between the prevalence of distance education and the means of supporting this Internet based student population. Even traditional on-campus students desire web-based student services, if not expect them. Progressive higher education institutions are seeking ways to supplement their on-campus orientation and connect with those students who cannot attend on-campus sessions by providing services to students via the Internet. Schools today are faced with the challenge of putting their orientation online; Comevo's @school Online Orientation provides the means for your school to do so.
connectyard inc. - member since 2009
ConnectYard specializes in helping Departments like Student Affairs and Student Services effectively leverage the power of social networking sites, like Facebook and Twitter to increase academic success, while eliminating privacy concerns. The result is that you will better connect students, build a feeling of community and provide enhanced academic support – all of which positively affect a student’s persistence through graduation.
DARLENE BARRIERE - member since 2009
Darlene Barriere, the relationship lady, is an authority on violence and abuse prevention. Using a frank and honest approach, her Talk Before Touching™ dating violence awareness program draws on personal as well as professional experience. Topics covered include: communication differences between males and females, the cycle of violence, issues surrounding date rape and consent, the possible life-long consequences of sexting, date rape drugs, and prevention. Darlene is the author of several books, including "Does Your Relationship Make the Grade? Strategies to improve your dating relationships and avoid date rape."
Contact Darlene at 778.471.5570 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
http://www.darlenebarriere.com/
DAVE KELLY - member since 2007
Dave is a premier expert on student success and retention. He is known nationwide for his energetic, fun, and content-packed presentations. A humorous keynote speaker, he can kick off your orientation with his engaging presentation; "The Power of Boldness: How to Succeed In College". He is also today's top expert on student leadership and his Orientation Leaders Training Program will show your OLs how to be effective role models, mentors, and guides for your new students, while furthering the development of their own leadership skills.
Contact Dave at: (770) 552-6592 or toll-free nationwide 1-866-552-6592
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Daydreams International INC - member since 2008
Go to my web site at www.theleadershiplady.tv to see the list of names. Look under writings. I also have two books for women among others. If you want your students to lead from the heart and be productive, happy adults, contact me.
Edgewood Press, Inc., "America’s School Folder Factory", offers high quality school folders to colleges and universities. Our standard college folder is ideal for a variety of on-campus orientation programs. The standard college folder is constructed of heavy duty 14 point paper stock with reinforced side tabs. Two large pockets easily secure two hundred pages. Most folders are commonly printed in full color. You may consider dressing them up with our optional enhancements, film lamination for added durability or foil stamping for extra eye appeal. Have any questions, want a custom quote or just need samples, please call our folder hotline at (800) 533-1236, email
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or visit us online. Since 1997 Elaine Pasqua has been one of the most sought-after speakers for New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, and Freshman Seminars. Elaine's goal is to motivate students to strike a balance between academics and the intoxication of their newfound freedom as they adapt to living on a college campus. Her energetic programs combine the topics of high-risk drinking, sexual responsibility, and sexual assault. Elaine fosters the understanding that one seemingly inconsequential decision can negatively affect one's college career and ultimately their life. She motivates students to prioritize their goals and their future legacy.
EDGEWOOD PRESS, INC. - member since 2008
Elaine Pasqua- member since 2009
GLORIA MITCHELL - member since 2009
When circumstances forced Gloria to spend her first semester of college sleeping in her car, she was not deterred. She went on to graduate No. 2 in her college class and gain acceptance to one of the most prestigious and selective graduate programs in the country. Gloria has overcome what many considered to be insurmountable obstacles, and draws from her personal experiences to help young people take control of their lives. Her programs are about more than just making the most out of college. Her programs are about making the most out of life. For more information visit www.gloriamitchell.com
GNP Specialties, Inc. - member since 2009
GNP is the leading supplier of branded products specializing in the service of higher education organizations.GNP offers a full line of bags, ID supplies, pennants, campus maps, apparel, water bottles, flash drives and other campus favorites. More recently, GNP has developed a new Green Gear Line featuring Eco-Friendly promotional products.
GP Entertainment- member since 2009
GP Entertainment provides today's top entertainment and speakers for orientation and leadership events. We also offer customized events such as interactive game shows and lectures targeted to each individual college. Our entertainment roster includes Justin Kredible, Jason & Grant from the hit TV series Ghost Hunters, Eric Barron Live, Alain Nu
Herff Jones- member since 2009
The Freshman Record is an easy way to welcome your incoming class, give them a sense of belonging and boost retention rates! This pictorial directory will help your new students get to know each other and become acclimated to their new community so that their college experience is a positive one right from the start, leaving them with a treasured keepsake of their first year of college life. With a minimal time commitment and no cost to your office or your campus, you can sponsor a Freshman Record.
High iMPACT tRAINING - member since 2006
High Impact Training offers customized learning experiences with superior service for higher education. We offer programs for Orientation and Welcome Week including: Orientation Leader Training, Parent Programs, Skit Training, Community Service, Teambuilding, Icebreakers, and Student Leadership Events. We also have programs that will get your students talking about Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Sexual Assault, Date Rape, Diversity, Racism, Sexism and Homophobia. We are committed to changing people's lives and creating a learning environment in which participants are powerfully engage.
Innovative Educators- member since 2009
Innovative Educators is dedicated to providing superior conferences and training sessions focused on the most crtical and relevant issues facing educators today. Through our interactive conferences, both face-to-face and online, we create a fun and relaxed environment that encourages and supports the exchange of ideas. Our primary goal is to provide participants with the information, training and skills necessary to immediately implement positive change at their institutions. As active leaders in the field of education, we believe in supporting our community through philanthropic partnerships.
Jeff Wolfsberg and Associates, Inc. - member since 2009
Jeff Wolfsberg is a highly regarded thought leader in the world of school-based drug education, prevention, and intervention. In the last twelve years he has worked with more than 1,500 of the world's finest private secondary schools and colleges in enhancing their response to alcohol, drug, and other high-risk behaviors by teens. Jeff's articles on teen alcohol and other drug use appear in many publications, including TIME Magazine, The Boston Globe, The Educational Digest, Independent School Magazine. He is a regular guest expert for FOX TV and a frequent sought-after speaker for conferences. Jeff is also the host of three highly acclaimed podcasts for families and educators.
Jermaine M. Davis, Seminars & Workshops, Inc. - member since 2009
Jermaine M. Davis, Seminars & Workshops, Inc. specializes in providing workshops and creating learning resources and products to help individuals grow and develop personally and professionally in life, school and work. Jermaine M. Davis is the author and co-author of 11 books and 5 audio books including: Get Up Off Your Butt & Do It NOW, Leading with Greatness, Be Diversity Competent, Lessons from the Road, The NOW Factors of College Success, You Don’t Have to Sell Out to Stand Out and The Stand Out Quote Journal Series.
METROPOLIS MANAGEMENT - MEMBER SINCE 2009
With over 15 years of impeccable service and entertainment, Metropolis Management has been developing and providing premiere talent. Whether you are a promoter, corporate planner, college event coordinator, or someone interested in booking entertainment for your event, our agents at Metropolis are here to assist you.
DJ's (House 'Club' Music & Party DJ's), Cirque Acts, a variety of Musical Acts, live Game Shows, Comedians, Illusionists, Dancers, Sports Entertainers (freestyle acts), Live Statues, MC's, up and coming Original Bands, On Stage rapid painters (artists), Magicians, and much more.
With offices in Canada and the U.S., we are fortunate to have a larger roster that will fit your needs.
MINDEDGE- MEMBER SINCE 2009
MindEdge, a premier information and eLearning company, offers a menu of online services to support on-campus orientation programs. These engaging and modular online services can be used to prepare students for a successful and safe transition to college life. By integrating academic and student conduct policy information, general campus content, and MindEdge eLearning courses, new students will be better prepared to navigate their new environment and adhere to student conduct rules and academic policies.
Monster's Making it Count Programs - member since 2004
Making It Count, a division of Monster, is the nation's premier provider of free, live, on-campus educational presentations for college students. Making It Count provides dynamic and interactive resources for Student Orientation Programs, Welcome Week and other First-Year Experience Activities. For more information or to scheduled a presentation on your campus, call us at 513-772-1188 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
MyEdu - Member since 2009
MyEdu is a education services company for students, parents, professors, and advisors across the country. We offer a range of applications to guide families through the education life cycle and allow their networks of educational advisors to help along the way. Starting with college selection and ending with successful graduation, we help students save money and graduate on time.
National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience & Students in Transition- member since 2008
Our mission is to support and advance efforts to improve student learning and transitions into and through higher education. We achieve this mission through the convening of conferences, teleconferences, institutes, and workshops; publishing monographs, a peer-reviewed journal, a newsletter, and other resources; generating and supporting research and scholarship; and administering a web site and electronic listservs.
National Student Loan Program - member since 2009
Headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, National Student Loan Program is a private, non-profit corporation serving higher education as a student loan guaranty agency. NSLP works with lenders and post-secondary schools across the nation to help students gain access to low-cost student loans. NSLP is also well-known for helping schools with financial literacy and default pervention effots. NSLP is one of the nation's major guaranty agencies that provides nearly $2 billion in new student loans annually and manages a portfolio of $12 billion in student loan guarantees.
Neil Enterprises, Inc.- Member since 2010
Custom imprinted gifts and novelties are our specialty and our passion! Since our doors opened in 1961, it has been our mission to provide the best products available for our customers and their specific needs. We bring excellent quality and outstanding customer care to the marketplace at the best value! Please contact our knowledgeable sales team for more information and to request a catalog. We have everything from drinkware to spirit gear to pens to auto accessories. We also have lanyards, ID holders, flash drives, key chains, and an entire line of eco-friendly products. If you do not see what you’re looking for, please call the Varsity Line toll free at 800-621-5584 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for a custom quote.
ORGSYNC - member since 2009
OrgSync is the leading co-curricular management solution for higher education. Our collaborative solution allows campus departments to easily plan, manage and assess programming associated with student orientation, transition, and retention. Create a visibly active campus community to ease new student transition and provide an easy way for students to get involved on campus.
Original Play, LLC- Member since 2010
Improve daily interactions with programs that reduce stress, enhance productivity, promote safety, and build community. For more information and a sample of programs visit our website!
P.W. Leopard - member since 2007
Our Goal: Help You Increase Retention of your Freshmen!
Our P.W. Leopard Freshmen Pack will provide your incoming students with valuable, necessary and helpful products to help them through this challenging transition.
Penguin Group (USA)- member since 2008
Penguin Group (USA) published trade fiction and nonfiction books through a wide range of imprints, including touring author information, reader's group guides, subject catalogs, featured new titles, upcoming library and academic conventions and other great information.
Pridetagz - member since 2009
Pridetagz is built on the philosophy that we take pride in what we are a part of. Pridetagz is a new kind of way for students to show their pride in their school and who they are. Pridetagz are a set of military style or single dog tags. By becoming a client your school also has the choice of where the portion of charity goes to. Please look at our current products at our website, and we look forward to you becoming part of the pridetagz team!
publicidentity, inc. - member since 2009
At Public Identity, Inc. we provide a spectrum of promotional products and marketing services which enhance our clients' competitive presence, beand image and exposure in the public eye. We keep it simple and cultivate enduring client relationships by ensuring satisfaction with our comprehensive product selection, valuable creative input, easy and efficient ordering, and expedient product delivery.
Ronald A. Berk, LLC - member since 2009
This business provides speaking and consulting on topics of concern to college students, such as time management, career direction, essential test-taking skills, stress management, and PowerPoint skills.
School Datebooks - member since 2007
School Datebooks creates fully customized datebooks. From our PolyFusion™ covers to professionally formatted handbooks to events listed on the day, our custom creations are unmatched. All this is backed up by the best customer service in the school market. Find out today why we are simply the best!
School Specialty Planning & Student Development - member since 2008
SCVNGR- member since 2008
What is a SCVNGR? A SCVNGR is high-tech cell phone based scavenger hunt. Riddles, clues, challenges, all delivered by text messaging. Students will explore their new homes, meet new peers, and have a blast all at once. Connect your students to your campus through their favorite piece of technology -- their phones. SCVNGR is happy to provide a demo game for your campus so you can try one out. Call 617.990.6617 and ask for Evan.
SEI- member Since 2009
SEI offers custom screen print, embroidery, and promotional items. Contact SEI for any of your clothing and promotional needs to enhance your students orientation experience!
Silver Screen Design, Inc- member since 2008
Please visit our website at www.silverscreendesign.com, where you find hundreds of affordable products and services, including:
- Organic cotton sportswear and earth friendly recycled products
- T-shirts, sweatshirts, baseball shirts, caps, backpacks
- Posters, doorknob hangers, club cards, flyers, table tents
- Low cost giveways like buttons, cups, megaphones, magnets…the list is endless!
- Browse our design gallery and pick out a graphic you like…we’ll personalize it for you at no extra charge.
- Design your own t-shirt in our design lab using our clip art library or upload your own design…it’s fun!
Call us today at 800-593-4052. Rush orders never a problem!
Stende Inspirations, Inc. - member since 2004
Stende Inspirations receives rave reviews year after year for their Orientation Leader Trainings, Freshman Ice Breakers & Freshman Keynotes.
80% of the Fall '08 clients were repeat clients. Once people see us present, they bring us back. Also, we offer a 100% money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the program.
Our main presenter, Troy Stende, is 3-time Winner of "Best Campus Speaker" from the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities, and one thing that always gets the students' attention and lets them know this isn't just an ordinary program: he does a standing back flip during every program!
Student Voice - member since 2004
Have you been asked to document the outcomes of orientation and other student experiences? StudentVoice provides assessment tools, resources, and solutions to track usage, measure satisfaction, and provide actionable outcomes in all areas of student life. StudentVoice administers an orientation benchmarking survey that allows colleges and universities to collect meaningful institutional data on the outcomes of orientation, as well as benchmarking data for peer and national comparisons.
Tawan Perry, Unlimited- member since 2009
A dynamic speaker, author, and presenter, Tawan Perry is a leading expert in college student success. He is author of the award winning College Sense: What College and High School Advisors Don't Tell You about College. Tawan's programs are fun, informative, and engaging. His welcome back week and orientation programs are perfect for parents, traditional, first generation and community college students. He offers practical tips, stories, and advice that all students can readily utilize on day one.
Tawan has two goals: To ensure that your students are fully prepared for college AND to make your job 100 times easier. Please visit www.tawanperry.com for more information.
TGI Enterprises, Incorporated-member since 2008
For 18 years TGI has been helping the Greek collegiate community with its many needs. Whether it's party t-shirts, embroidered house jackets, or bid day gifts, TGI has been there. TGI prides itself on employing Greek graduates to serve the Greek collegiate market, and strives to provide the best service possible. TGI is committed to working for the Greek collegiate communnity, and stands behind it's services and products. Let our Greek alums make your parties easier.
The college agency - member since 2009
The College Agency specializes in providing amazing orientation talent (bands, comedians, variety, and novelty) and lectures (leadership, diversity, alcohol, sexual assault awareness, freshman orientation) for colleges nationally. Nominated "Agency of the Year" by Campus Activities Magazine 3 of the last 4 years, our agents are fun to work with and can help make your booking experience successful.
Check out our acts and lectures at www.thecollegeagency.com
The First-year experience & Students in transition - member since 2007
university parent media - member since 2009
University Parent Media (UPM) partners with colleges and universities to develop customized University Guides, e-Newsletters, and Web sites for parents of college students.
US wealth school - member since
Visualzen, Inc. - member since 2006
HOW automated is YOUR online orientation reservation system?
VZ Orientation allows you to focus on your students' needs rather than administrative tasks! VZ Orientation is an online orientation reservation solution which enables students to select, reserve, and pay for their orientation session, accommodations, guests, and trips via an easy-to-use secure web interface. Orientation administrators are empowered with smart filter session management controls, electronic communication, reports, real-time data access, customizable data elements, and more to simplify all facets of the orientation process.
VZ Orientation is an easy-to-use, customizable, secure, hosted solution that can be fully implemented in as little as 10 days! Contact us to schedule a free demonstration to show you how VZ Orientation can help your institution!
WHIRLEY DRINK WORKS - Member since 2009
Whirley Drink Works! has 50 years experience designing and manufacturing reusable mugs for coffee and fountain. All products are made in the U.S.A. and are B.P.A. free! We offer a full range of services including custom graphics, new product development, merchandising and marketing programs to help our customers increase food and beverage sales and profit.
WOLFMAN pRODUCTIONS - mEMBER SINCE 2009
Orientation Professionals need to plan that one special "Wow!" program -- the one experience on that much-anticipated day that breaks the ice, sets the right tone and offers a road map for the college experience that lies ahead. 2010 marks our 20th year in business. It's our pleasure to work with you and your team, and together, enhance the orientation experience for your students.
Check out our website at www.wolfmanproductions.com
Edgewood Press, Inc., “America’s School Folder Factory”, offers high quality school folders to colleges and universities. Our standard college folder is ideal for a variety of on-campus orientation programs. The standard college folder is constructed of heavy duty 14 point paper stock with reinforced side tabs. Two large pockets easily secure two hundred pages. Most folders are commonly printed in full color. You may consider dressing them up with our optional enhancements, film lamination for added durability or foil stamping for extra eye appeal.
What separates Edgewood Press, Inc. from other folder suppliers?
ü You will be buying direct from a manufacturer (no middle man) who has over 50 years of experience in producing folders for schools.
ü All we do is folders for schools. Our high speed state-of-the-art equipment is set up specifically to manufacture only school folders. This allows us to lower our pricing and increase the value.
ü Our Customer Care staff is experienced in dealing with the special needs of schools. We understand the requirements of timely deliveries, obtaining authorization and assisting with layout designs.
Have any questions, want a custom quote or just need samples please call our folder hotline at (800) 533-1236, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit us online at www.schoolfolderfactory.com.
Established: 1958 Served over 18,000 schools