Training
APPA Training
Developed specifically for professionals in the educational facilities industry, APPA's training programs provide a solid foundation of facilities management knowledge, as well as the latest trends and innovations. Now more than ever, educational facilities professionals are encouraged to come together to gain knowledge and share experiences to stay current and competitive. Let APPA be your choice for professional development by providing insights and lessons to revitalize your skills and career.
Institute for Facilities Management
The Institute for Facilities Management is APPA's premier educational program. Designed as a four-track course of study, the Institute is held twice yearly and includes core programming in General Administration, Maintenance & Operations, Energy & Utilities, and Planning, Design & Construction. More on Institute for Facilities Management.
Supervisor's Toolkit: Nuts and Bolts of Facilities Supervision
APPA has specifically designed the Supervisor's Toolkit to meet the needs of frontline facilities managers. Visit us today for more information on bringing this hands-on, innovative offering to your campus.
Leadership Academy
In today's challenging and constantly changing environment an institution's success depends on everyone, regardless of their position in the organizational chart. Learn more about APPA's dynamic Leadership Academy, designed to bring out the leadership potential in each individual.APPA 2008: The Rise to Greatness
This year our annual meeting will be in San Antonio, TX, July 9-11. Begin your rise to greatness in leadership with opening keynote speaker Dr. John Maxwell. Motivated by the philosophy that "everything rises and falls on leadership," Maxwell is the author of more than 30 books and has used his unique coaching style to mentor groups including the Green Bay Packers, San Diego Padres, USC Trojans, NCAA coaches, and Indianapolis 500 drivers. Visit APPA 2008 for more information. Registration is now open - click here to register today.
Spaces Remain in San Antonio Toolkit!
July 7-11 2008
Register now and elevate your skills to the next level!
Study Shows School Cleanliness Affects Learning
A recent national study of college students determined there is a correlation between the cleanliness of a school’s facilities and students’ academic achievement. Entitled Cleanliness and Learning in Higher Education, the study was based around the five levels of clean identified in APPA’s Custodial Staffing Guidelines for Educational Facilities. More information.The final report is available free to APPA members and for $30 for nonmembers through the APPA bookstore
Reducing Greenhouse Gases & Achieving Climate Neutrality
On June 18 APPA produced a webinar on the topic of sustainability, presented by Walter Simpson and sponsored by Haley&Aldrich.
Miss it or want to watch it again? View a recording of the webinar and download a PDF of the presentation here.
Facilities Performance Indicators (FPI) Report Available for Purchase
Features include: Participant Summary Reports, Dashboards, Detailed Reports.
New Publication for Sale
The Green Campus: Meeting the Challenge of Environmental Sustainability
New Publication for Sale
Environmental Compliance Assistance Guide for Colleges and Universities, second edition
Election Results
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President-Elect:
Polly Pinney
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Randolph Hare
VP for Professional Development:
David Gray
Your Vote Your Voice
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