Spring Fling weekend is all about having fun, lots of learning and getting your creative juice flowing. We have been organizing this event since 2007 and a lot of effort goes into making sure that everything goes well and that it is a positive experience for everyone. If you have any questions or concerns, please address them with Neeta or any of the staff members.
Though they look a little different this time around, we have a few rules in place and ask everyone to adhere by them.
- Spouses, friends, and other family members are not permitted to attend, unless they have also paid to attend.
- Please do not harass/expect/feel entitled to the instructors’ time. They are volunteering their time, energy, and expertise.
- Video should be on at all times, see video etiquette below (applicable to meet & greet).
- Your name should display on your Zoom window (applicable to meet & greet).
We reserve the right to ask any attendee to leave the event at any point if we determine that person is disruptive in any way. We want to ensure everyone has a fun, productive and safe weekend. You will be asked to leave the conference if we feel there is a problem. Please consider this your first and only warning. Please respect our request if this occurs and understand these decisions are not made lightly.
After attending/hosting many conferences we have had the unfortunate experience of being at events that were disrupted due to single individuals. To ensure that everyone has the best, safest and most enjoyable experience we will ask the person to leave who we identify causing an issue or being disruptive to the group environment. This may include but not limited to rude or abusive behavior, bullying, or being generally disruptive or disrespectful of instructors, attendees or staff.
Video Meeting Etiquette
- Join early – up to 5 minutes before the meeting start time.
- If you haven’t used Zoom before click the link to download Zoom prior to the day of the meeting and familiarize yourself with any features you may need to use on the day – mute/unmute microphone, stop/start video, etc.
- Classes on Saturday & Sunday will be webinar style, where attendees can watch and ask questions via Q&A button. Please refrain from adding comments in Q&A. Chat will be disabled during class and available during breaks, feel free to chat away during the breaks.
- Be aware of your audio and video settings. Mute your microphone when not talking. Try to avoid talking over / at the same time as other participants.
- Ensure that you have a clean, work-appropriate background. Find a quiet space without interruptions / background noise.
- Look into the camera when talking instead of looking at yourself.
- More light is better. Have good lighting on your face so you can be seen clearly.