2018 WISHRM
Student Conference
and HR Games Competition
March 2-3, 2018
Western Technical College - La Crosse Campus
La Crosse, WI
Our Sponsor
Conference Information - HR's Got Game!
REGISTER for the 2018 Student Conference & HR Games being hosted by the Western Technical College March 2-3, 2018. Register today to ensure your spot at the conference!
When registering, please select from one of the following resgistration options:
(1) Student HRGames and Conference Participant: Teams of 2 or 3 compete in a jeopardy-style competition in human resource related categories. Before registering, select your teammates and choose a name for your team. You will need your team name to register in this category. Each member of the team must register separately, using the same team name.
(2) Student – Conference Only: Students who want to attend the conference, but will not be competing on a team for the HR Games will register under this category. Attendees may watch the competition or assist as a volunteer.
(3) Chapter Advisor: Chapter Advisors will register using this option.
(4) Conference Volunteer: Professional chapter members who will be performing in a volunteer role will register using this option.
(5) Speaker: Guest speakers register using this registration type.
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 16, 2018 at 12 Noon - Registration is now closed.
Questions? Please contact Tanya Hubanks, SHRM-CP, SPHR, College Relations Director, at tahconsults@yahoo.com or (715) 901-2296 (home office).
Conference at a Glance
Friday, March 2, 2018
| Time |
Event |
Location |
| 4:00 - 6:30 pm |
Attendee Registration |
Kumm Center, First Floor |
| 4:00 - 5:15 pm |
Volunteer Registration |
Kumm Center, First Floor |
| 5:15 - 6:00 pm |
Volunteer Training and Dinner |
Kumm Center, Room 24 |
| 5:00 - 6:00 pm |
Attendee Sit-Down Dinner, Speakers |
Kumm Center, First Floor |
| 6:00 - 6:15 pm |
Opening Ceremony and HR Games Overview |
Kumm Center, First Floor |
| 6:30 - 7:00 pm |
HR Games: Round 1 (15 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, Second Floor |
| 7:05 -7:30 pm |
HR Games: Round 2 (10 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, Second Floor |
| 7:35 -7:55 pm |
HR Games: Round 3 (5 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, Second Floor |
| 8:00 - 8:20 pm |
HR Games: Round 4 (5 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, Second Floor |
| 8:25 - 8:45 pm |
HR Games: Round 5 (15 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, Second Floor |
| 8:55 - 9:10 pm |
HR Games: Announce Finalists |
TBD |
| 9:15 - 10:00 pm |
Dessert and Entertainment |
TBD |
|
Saturday, March 3, 2018
| Time |
Event |
Location |
| 7:45 - 8:45 am |
Registration |
Lunda Center |
| 8:00 - 8:45 am |
Breakfast |
Lunda Center |
| 8:45 - 9:40 am |
It's All About the Journey in HR, Callie Zipple |
Lunda Center |
| 9:45 - 10:40 am |
Coach's Corner - A panel discussion of HR professionals
with Tabitha Newton, Pete Berger, and Heather St. Clair |
Lunda Center |
| 10:45 - 11:40 am |
Keep Your Head in the Game - Practice Mindfulness, Deb Walsh |
Lunda Center |
| 11:45 - 12:15 pm |
Lunch |
Lunda Center |
| 12:20 - 12:50 pm |
HR Games Semi-Finals |
Lunda Center |
| 12:55 - 1:25 pm |
HR Games Finals |
Lunda Center |
| 1:30 - 1:45 pm |
Awards and Closing Announcements |
Lunda Center |
|
Contact Information
Biography
Sarah Reuter is an HR Business Partner at Avidity Science, specializing in talent management and full‑cycle HR support across the employee lifecycle. With 5+ years of experience in the manufacturing industry, her background is primarily focused on recruiting and onboarding, performance management, workforce planning, compliance, employee engagement and continuous improvement. Sarah also leads the Employee Engagement Team and contributes as a member of the Wellness Team, supporting initiatives that foster connection, recognition, and employee well‑being.
Sarah began her HR career after completing three internships while earning her BBA in Human Resources Management from the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. Her professional work has remained rooted in manufacturing environments, where she partners closely with leaders and employees to strengthen culture, streamline HR processes, and support organizational development.
In addition to her work at Avidity Science, Sarah is highly engaged in the SHRM community. Her involvement began as President of the UW Oshkosh SHRM student chapter and continued through to the Racine & Kenosha Area SHRM (also known as SRKA) chapter. She currently serves as President‑Elect for SRKA and as the College Relations Director on the WI State Council SHRM.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends—and doting on her two rescue dogs, Maverick and Willow.
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