b'Conference registration open from 7:00AM5:00PM THURSDAYAtlanta History Center (atlantahistorycenter.com)3:30PM4:45PM THE WINDS OF CHANGE: Navigating a Natural DisasterWhen an EF-3 tornado devastated Jacksonville, Alabama, on March 19, 2018, TRADITIONAL PANELJacksonville State Universitys campus took a direct hit. About 50 of 70 cam-pus buildings were damaged, leaving the institution with multiple challenges. Similar challenges faced the University of North Carolina Wilmington, when Hurricane Florence made landfall five miles from campus on September 14, 2018. These universities weathered the uncertainties caused: whether the semester could resume; how to contact students, faculty, staff (many of whom were struggling personally from the disaster); whether commencement could be held; where to house students; where to begin recovery. In this interactive, scenario-based session, participants will learn additional details, recommend actions, and learn about two institutions successes recovering from a major natural disaster. Outcomes include: Participants collaboration through a case study approach. Strategies for short-term and long-term recovery, including specific recommendations for developing a communication plan, rebuilding campus, reopening campus, retaining and recruiting students in the wake of a disasterRegister at ccas201913'