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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F3864">OASFAA, I was tremendously blessed to be able to serve as SWASFAA President in both 2020 and in 2021, and now that Amy Cable’s term has begun, I look forward to the promise that her leadership brings. If you’ve
ever considered getting involved in SWASFAA, now is a perfect time!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F3864">Thank you for all you do,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F3864">Mendy Schmerer, MEd, </span><span style="color:#1F3864">FAAC</span><span style="color:#1F3864">®</span><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F3864">Director, Office of Student Financial Aid |
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F3864">SWASFAA Immediate Past President
</span><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F3864">University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center</span><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F3864">865 University Research Park, Suite 240 | Oklahoma City, OK 73104</span><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F3864">O (405) 271-2118, x 48817 | F (405) 271-5446</span><span style="color:#1F3864"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><a href="mailto:Mendy-Schmerer@ouhsc.edu"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Mendy-Schmerer@ouhsc.edu</span></a></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F497D">
</span><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F3864"><a href="https://financialservices.ouhsc.edu/Departments/Student-Financial-Aid">https://financialservices.ouhsc.edu/Departments/Student-Financial-Aid</a></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F497D"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/OUHSCFinancialAid">www.facebook.com/OUHSCFinancialAid</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt;color:black">CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> swasfaa-listserv@googlegroups.com <swasfaa-listserv@googlegroups.com>
<b>On Behalf Of </b>amycable<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Monday, January 3, 2022 2:09 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> SWASFAA Listserv <swasfaa-listserv@googlegroups.com><br>
<b>Subject:</b> [EXTERNAL] AmyVision<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p>Good afternoon SWASFAA members! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Happy 2022! I hope you had a relaxing break. A big thank you to the SWASFAA board, committees, and members for all your hard work in 2021.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Merriam Webster dictionary defines a superhero has a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers or an exceptionally skillful or successful person. The people who work in financial aid are “real-life” superheroes who deserve our gratitude. We
are the caped crusaders and unsung heroes of a college campus and are tasked daily with using our superpowers to help students navigate through the financial aid process. We must employ our super analytical skills to analyze data and complicated federal and
state regulations. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p> Working in financial aid, we have many types of superpowers.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p><b>Healing Power</b>: Of all the traditional superhero powers, none can give a hero the longevity that increased healing can. You might be healing yourself, but you are certainly healing others as well. You are healing leaders, still during a global pandemic,
and you will continue to face more crises. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p> <b>Super Speed</b>: How is a superhero to keep up with all of the changing regulations like verification, or stay on top of compliance? You rely on a network of other superheroes who are your professional friends. We rely on each other to talk about regulatory
changes and attend workshops and conferences. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p><b>Superhuman Strength</b>: As aid administrators, you have tough conversations with parents, students and staff. You must ensure you are providing the best customer service. You have to call on your superhuman strength of patience, empathy and understanding
when working with student’s aid package. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p><b>Super Analytical: </b>You are constantly being tasked with providing the most current data on FAFSA completions, enrollment and how many awards have been packaged. if only we had a supercomputer to analyze all of the data! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>As we embark on 2022, SWASFAA focus and initiatives will continue to enhance and promote the following:<o:p></o:p></p>
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
Advocacy<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.swasfaa.org_Volunteer&d=DwMFaQ&c=qKdtBuuu6dQK9MsRUVJ2DPXW6oayO8fu4TfEHS8sGNk&r=Guhn1WfR65MQwtXgy6BTidEPACw1xcp6FV0d51jjNcA&m=96JyeaX09dVosNlhixO0LDCQH6Du_dwgrGWTzJrybqk0atxjI7h1IW7IfBWpaNDd&s=QLZyyArcQwjMeEnYie5scOApsUumY9ZNGZuUlwkmFmM&e=">Volunteerism
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Mentorship<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p>Take advantage of every opportunity that presents itself. Each opportunity will allow you to meet and work with new people. As you move on to the next chapter, creating personal and professional relationships becomes even more important and exposes you to
new ideas and experiences. New connections can lead to new opportunities and may open doors for you. Most importantly, new connections can lead to lasting friendships. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>At the end of the day, the most rewarding aspect of being a superhero is helping students achieve their dreams. Get out there save the day! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Stay tuned for spring training events and Save the Date for the Fall conference in Oklahoma! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Amy <o:p></o:p></p>
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