2020 WIsconsin
Student Conference
and HR Games Competition-Cancelled
March 13-14, 2020
Western Technical College & Radisson Hotel La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
Conference Information
Registration is now open for the 2020 Student Conference and HR Games, hosted by Western Technical College in La Crosse on March 13-14, 2020. Register today to ensure your spot at the conference! This year, we have space for up to 22 teams to compete and each college may register up to three teams (waitlist for more teams will be available per college if there are open spots). We encourage you to compete with teams of three and, remember, students may attend the games and conference as non-competitors!
When registering, please select from one of the below five registration types:
(1) Student HR Games and Conference Participant: Teams of two or three compete in a jeopardy-style competition in HR-related categories! Before registering, determine your teammates and chose a team name. You will need this information to register. Each member of the team must register separately and use the same team name.
(2) Student – Conference Only: For those students who want to attend but are will not compete on an HR Games team this year. Attendees may watch the competition or assist as a volunteer. (If you want to volunteer, please register as a conference volunteer.)
(3) Chapter Advisor – Advisors attending with your chapter.
(4) Conference Volunteers – Professional chapter members or others with an interest who are willing to perform a volunteer role during the games. Your assigned role will depend on both your preference and your human resources experience. (For example, judges must be certified or experienced in human resources.)
(5) Speakers – Guest speakers register using this registration type.
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 28, 2020
Become a Sponsor! Sponsorship information can be found by clicking here.
Questions? Please contact: Terleen Cheslock, College Relations Director | cheslock@fvtc.edu
Event Pricing
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Location / Hotel Accommodations
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SHRM Member
Student (Full-Time Undergrad)
Non-SHRM Chapter Member
Speaker |
$0
$0
$0
$0 |
Western Technical College
400 7th St N
La Crosse, WI 54601
Please click HERE for directions to the campus.
Parking at WTC:
Please use parking lots C or D located at the corners of Seventh and Badger Streets or lots B or M located at the corners of Seventh and Vine Streets, south of the Lunda Center. No pass is necessary to park in a standard spot for this event after 3:00 p.m.
Radisson Hotel La Crosse
 200 Harborview Plaza
La Crosse, WI 54601
Direct Phone: (608) 784-6680
Reservations: (800) 333-3333
King Room: $82.00 + tax
Double Queen Room: $112.00 + tax
Hotel Parking Lot Entrance: 200 Second Street South
Room Block: 2020 WISHRM Student Conference and HR Games Group Block
Room Block Code: HRGAME
Direct booking link: CLICK HERE
Room Block: Extended to Monday, February 24, 2020
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Conference at a Glance*
Friday, March 13, 2020
*Schedule subject to change. Tentative schedule shown below.
| Time |
Event |
Location |
| 4:00 - 6:15 pm |
Attendee Registration |
Kumm Center, 1st Floor |
| 4:00 - 5:15 pm |
Volunteer Registration |
Kumm Center, 1st Floor |
| 5:15 - 6:00 pm |
HR Games Volunteer Training and Dinner |
Kumm Center, Rm 024 |
| 5:00 - 6:00 pm |
Attendee Sit-Down Dinner |
Kumm Center, 1st Floor |
| 6:00 - 6:15 pm |
Opening Ceremony and HR Games Overview |
Kumm Center, 1st Floor |
| 6:30 - 7:00 pm |
HR Games: Round 1 (15 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, 2nd Floor |
| 7:05 - 7:30 pm |
HR Games: Round 2 (10 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, 2nd Floor |
| 7:35 - 7:55 pm |
HR Games: Round 3 (5 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, 2nd Floor |
| 8:00 - 8:20 pm |
HR Games: Round 4 (5 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, 2nd Floor |
| 8:25 - 8:45 pm |
HR Games: Round 5 (5 min prep/15 min games) |
Coleman, 2nd Floor |
| 8:55 - 9:10 pm |
HR Games: Friday Night Wrap-Up (Announce Finalists) |
TBD |
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Saturday, March 14, 2020
| Time |
Event |
Location |
| 7:45 - 8:45 am |
Registration |
Radisson Hotel Foyer |
| 8:00 - 8:45 am |
Breakfast |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom |
| 8:45 - 9:40 am |
Session 1: Melissa Van Gheem, SHRM-SCP
Senior Director Human Resources at Festival Foods |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom |
| 9:45 - 10:40 am |
Session 2: Ashley Foreman, MBA, PHR
Senior People Operations Business and Learning Partner at Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom |
| 10:45 - 11:40 am |
Session 3: Casey Meehan, Ph.D.
Director of Sustainability and Resilience at Western Technical College |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom |
| 11:45 - 12:15 pm |
Lunch |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom |
| 12:30 - 12:50 pm |
HR Games Semi-Finals |
Radisson Hotel Ballrrom A/B |
| 12:55 - 1:25 pm |
HR Games Finals |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom A/B |
| 1:30 - 2:00 pm |
Awards and Closing Announcements
Prize Giveaways! |
Radisson Hotel Ballroom A/B |
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Contact Information
Biography
Sarah Reuter is a Human Resources Generalist at Avidity Science, specializing in talent management and full‑cycle HR support across the employee lifecycle. With more than five years of experience in the manufacturing industry, her background includes recruiting and onboarding, performance and talent management, retention strategies, HR analytics, HRIS, compliance 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 service as Secretary and College Relations Director for the Racine & Kenosha Area SHRM (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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