The APAC recognizes the importance of the role of the Administrative Professional and the purpose of this nationally recognized day.
Previous Keynote Speakers
2021 – Brian Smith, MSW, LCSW, Director of Employee Assistance, NIU
2020 - No speakers due to COVID-19
2019 - Sarah Klaper, J.D. Ombudsperson, NIU
2018 - Jenny Parker, Ph.D., Associate Vice Provost for Educator Licensure Preparation, NIU
2016 - Christine Sobek, Ph.D., President, Waubonsee Community College
2015 - "Navigating Change" presented by Katrina Caldwell Ph.D., Assistant Vice President for Diversity and Equity, NIU
2014 - Kelly Wesener-Michael, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, NIU
2012 - "How to Keep Your Head On...While Working Your Butt Off!" presented by Dave "The Shef" Sheffield
2011 - "Where are My Keys" presented by Judy Marcus, the Memory Lady
2010 - "Life in the Espresso Lane" presented by Laurie Guest
2009 - "Laughter Matters!" presented by Kent Rader
2008 - "Blast Away Procrastination" presented by Rita Emmett
