NESUG conferences are run entirely by volunteers. We need you in order
to make NESUG 2010 a worthwhile, enjoyable, and successful conference.
You must be a registered attendee to volunteer. Here are some positions that are available:
Session Coordinators assist Section Chairs and presenters.
They have several responsibilities, such as distributing handouts, operating
room lights, and providing time reminders during the presentations.
Session Coordinators are needed in all sections, including Sunday and
Hands-On Workshops. Session coordinators usually sign up for one morning
or afternoon block of a given section. Choose a section you are interested
in, and get to listen to the presentations while you do a great service
to the conference!
Registration Staff members usually serve in two-hour periods
during the conference, distributing registration materials and providing
general information about the conference. It's a great place for new
attendees to meet people and learn about the conference.
Remember these facts about volunteering when you register online:
You will get to volunteer at a time that is convenient for you.
The time commitment is quite modest.
If this is your first time, a more experienced volunteer will "show
you the ropes" at the conference.
You do NOT need any special SAS or other technical expertise!
Saying "yes" does not absolutely commit you to volunteer.
It simply means that the volunteer coordinator or a section chair will
contact you to answer your questions and see if you can help out.
If you do volunteer, you'll get a special "thank you" gift
at the conference - not to mention the sincere appreciation of the conference
leaders!