About KAAN

The Kansas Academic Advising Association traces its origin back to 1993 when a small group of individuals came together to determine if a state organization would be beneficial in Kansas to support academic advising. There were 78 charter members who attended the first organization meeting. After this meeting, it was decided that it would be beneficial to gather the Kansas advisors together to discuss advising-related issues and create a professional network. The charter members determined that a conference would be held at Wichita State University on September 24, 1993.
The annual conference grew with institutions across the state and the founders determined that they should become an official organization. They aligned the KAAN organization with the National Academic Advising Association and became an allied member. A set of bylaws were adopted and 501(c)(3) status was received.  KAAN is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.

The strength and organization of KAAN has not only maintained a valuable advising tradition, but has also hosted regional conferences for NACADA-Region 7. The key to success for the KAAN has always been the advisors who have served the organization in leadership roles and as active members. The knowledge and experiences shared within the organization continues as we gather each year for our annual conference.

KAAN Chairs 2016-2017 Heather Moore 2015-2016 Beth Stuewe 2014-2015 Patricia Griffin 2013-2014 Patricia Griffin 2012-2013  Rebecca Roach 2011-2012  Kim Leibold 2010-2011  Jody Johnson 2009-2010  Tammara Durham 2008-2009  Abby Coffin 2007-2008  Robert Pettay 2006-2007  Becky Boyd 2005-2006  Pamela Erickson 2004-2005  Caroline Fox 2003-2004  Glenn Lygrisse 2002-2003  Steve Howey 2001-2002  Jill Hieb 2000-2001  Patricia Griffin 1999-2000  Dwight Moore 1998-1999  Rich Robbins 1997-1998  Gerry Lichti 1996-1997  Gerry Lichti 1995-1996  Pam Houston 1994-1995  Joe VanZandt 1993-1994  Bob Goltra

Conference History 2016 University of Kansas Edwards Campus 2015 Fort Hays State University 2014 Emporia State University 2013 McPherson, Kansas 2012 Pittsburg State University 2011 Lawrence, Kansas 2010 Salina, Kansas 2009 Wichita State University 2008 Johnson County Community College 2007 Fort Hays State University 2006 Washburn University 2005 Kansas State University 2004 Wichita State University 2003 University of Kansas 2002 Hutchinson Community College 2001 Johnson County Community College 2000 Fort Hays State University 1999 Emporia State University 1998 Washburn University 1997 Washburn University 1996 Emporia State University 1995 Wichita State University 1994 Emporia State University 1993 Wichita State University