National Orientation Directors Association
Welcome to NODA, the home for orientation, transition and retention of college students. The NODA Home Office is thrilled to announce that on-line registration is NOW available for NODAC 2008, Boston (October 31-November 3, 2008). Click http://www.nodac2008.org/ to register.
Feel free to contact us should you have any questions, 1-866-521-NODA or noda@umn.edu.
Hope to see you in Boston!
Mission Statement
The National Orientation Directors Association (NODA) was chartered in 1976 and continues the tradition of orientation, retention and transition professionals who have met annually for over 40 years. The Association is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of regional representatives and officers. Editors for the various NODA publications, regional coordinators, and other appointed positions work closely with the Board to plan and implement activities and services. National and regional networks address special interests such as the nontraditional students, two-year and small colleges, Canadian colleges, multi-ethnic affairs, GLBT issues as well as transfer and parent services.
At the regional level, a well established structure serves all the United States and Canada through newsletters, conferences, and drive-in workshops.
Through its awards, scholarships and internship program, NODA further encourages excellence in orientation, retention and transition programming. Awards are given annually to outstanding professionals and contributors to the field, as well as for excellence in publications. Student leaders are honored in each region. The Norman K. Russell Scholarships provide financial support to graduate students pursuing careers in orientation.