Conference News
AATA Celebrates 2019 Distinguished Members at 50th Annual Conference
November 14, 2019
The American Art Therapy Association recognized recipients of annual awards and scholarships during the 50th Annual Conference in Kansas City, MO. After a special 50th anniversary celebration with Rising Stars and Legacy Members, AATA Board President Christianne Strang, PhD, ATR-BC, CEDCAT-S, led the recognition of AATA’s Award and Scholarship winners at the Plenary Awards Ceremony on Thursday October 31, 2019.
Collaborative Video Celebrating #AATA50th — We Couldn’t Do It without You!
October 30, 2019
Check out our first-ever collaborative video project celebrating 50 years of healing through art! Thank you to our more than 200 members and friends who participated in this video project via the SeenIt app!
Where You Can Meet Federal and State Lawmakers at Conference — Plus Can’t-Miss Advocacy Sessions!
October 30, 2019
This year’s conference features more advocacy sessions than ever before and in new session formats. And brand new to the program are appearances from Kansas U.S. and State representatives! Attendees, as you finalize each day’s schedule, don’t miss these learning opportunities.
Breaking News: Representative Sharice Davids (KS-3) to Address Attendees at AATA’s Conference in Kansas City
October 11, 2019
We just received confirmation that Congresswoman Sharice Davids will be attending AATA’s 50th anniversary conference in Kansas City! Conference attendees, mark your schedules for a meet and greet with Rep. Davids on Saturday, November 3rd, from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm.
Art Therapy Program at Emporia State University Receives High Impact Learning Grant, Sending 31 Students to Conference
October 3, 2019
The AATA congratulates Emporia State University’s Art Therapy Program for receiving a $10,000 High Impact Learning Grant to fund 31 students’ attendance to AATA’s 50th Annual Conference in Kansas City, MO, supporting their educational and professional growth!
50th Annual Conference: New Conference Program Highlights
September 23, 2019 | Susan Boxer Kappel, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CGP, Conference Chair
Learning Abounds! The conference offers more than 230 educational sessions that provide a rich learning environment for attendees to take away ideas, knowledge, and inspiration to apply to their current positions, practices, and professional development. The conference also provides continuing education and offers both didactic and experiential learning sessions.
Time is Running Out to Get Lower Registration Rates – Time to Get Registered!
September 16, 2019 | Susan Boxer Kappel
Time is running out to save on conference registration! Register by September 30th at 5:00 pm EDT. You can Register Online or call the National Office at (888) 290-0878 or (703) 548-5860 to register by phone.
Advanced Registration Closes on September 30th – Time to Focus and Get Registered!
September 4, 2019 | Susan Boxer Kappel, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CGP, Conference Chair
Time is running out to save on conference registration! Register by September 30th at 5:00 pm EDT. You can Register Online or call the National Office at (888) 290-0878 or (703) 548-5860 to register by phone.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Learning at this Year’s AATA Conference
August 21, 2019 | Susan Boxer Kappel
The AATA Conference Committee has been working with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force of the AATA Board of Directors to ensure that at this year’s 50th Annual Conference we provide ample learning opportunities for attendees to expand their knowledge in this important area for our profession.
Two Topics on MyAATA: Art Therapy with Displaced People and Ethics in Digital Media
August 7, 2019
There’s always something new to learn on the MyAATA forum! This month we’re featuring two special opportunities to engage with other members and experts on best practices, new perspectives, and research. Join the online conversation on art therapy with displaced populations with Dr. Essam Daod and panel of experts, in advance of his keynote address at the AATA’s 50th Anniversary Conference. You won’t want to miss our second Journal Chat on informed consent and digital literacy to learn about the latest in ethics and digital media!