SLGFA 2008 Annual Conference Presentations

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If you attended the 2008 SLGFA Annual Conference last week and did not complete and return a conference evaluation form, we want to hear from you. Your suggestions and comments are greatly appreciated because they assist us in future conference planning. For your convenience, an electronic version of the 2008 Conference Evaluation Form has been provided. Completed forms should be sent to Janet Gonyea at jgonyea@slgfa.org or via fax at 501-688-7675.

"Clue"
General Provisions Regulations Published November 1, 2007
SLGFA Policy and Compliance Division Manager Becky Collins and SLGFA Training and Technical Assistance Department Manager Rita Toland provided information about the General Provisions regulations that become effective July 1, 2008.

"Let's BINGO"
Loan Processing Tips
This session, presented by SLGFA Loan Maintenance Department Manager Renee Sisson and SLGFA Caller and Information and Assistance Department Manager Theresa McDuffee, provided helpful strategies to ensure a smooth processing season.

"The Game of Life"
Life of the Loan
SLGFA Compliance Officer/Trainer Pamela Baker and SLGFA Client Services Representatives Lisa Griffin and Bonnie Hartz presented this session detailing the life of the loan from application certification to repayment, including guarantee and disbursement of loan funds.

"Truth or Consequences"
Default Prevention
Presented by John Pierson from the U.S. Department of Education and SLGFA Default Prevention Coordinator Sandy Beaty, this session provided information about the current phase of the Arkansas Default Prevention Project. Representatives also shared the latest default prevention techniques and addressed measures to reduce delinquency and default.

"Win, Lose, or Draw"
FFELP Regulations Published November 1, 2007; College Cost Reduction and Access Act
This session, presented by SLGFA Policy and Compliance Division Manager Becky Collins and SLGFA Training and Technical Assistance Department Manager Rita Toland, provided participants with an overview of the provisions that will affect the administration of student loans.

"Power of E-Reports"
SLGFA E-Reports
This session, presented by SLGFA Database and Technical Support Specialist Patsy Blazer covered the Electronic Reports Distribution System as a way to access reports via the Web.

"Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader"
Introduction to FEELP
SLGFA Compliance Officers/Trainers Pamela Baker and Clay Berry presented information about how regulations are organized and where to find important guidance.

"Taboo"
Use of Preferred Lender Lists
This session, presented by Cheryl Lyons from the University of Central Arkansas and Carlia Smith from the University of Arkansas System, helped participants understand how to use preferred lender lists and the new regulations covering them. 

"What's My Line?"
SLGFA Update
SLGFA Executive Director Ronnie Nichoalds and SLGFA Deputy Director/Chief Financial Officer Sue Balest provided updates on SLGFA regarding current and future initiatives at SLGFA as well as industry events and a summary on Reauthorization of the Higher Education Act.