Movers and Shakers is way to share professionally-related news about promotions or moves to other institutions. Congratulations to the following members on their achievements: Kelley Brooks promoted from Admissions Counselor to Admission Counselor Coordinator/Transfer Students at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.…
IACAC is off to an exciting start in 2012. I want to thank all of the committee chairs and committee members who are working hard to ensure that our upcoming events are meaningful for all attendees. District Seminar registration is…
There’s nothing magical about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It doesn’t guarantee a student’s acceptance into college. It doesn’t undo past mistakes or change biology grades from a D to an A. What advocating the FAFSA does…
Let the fun begin and sweep away the winter blues! It's time for renewing friendships, building professional development, and networking with colleagues. Make it a New Year’s priority, and join us at one or more of the seven exciting IACAC…
Each newsletter, we will focus on a member who has significantly contributed to fulfilling the mission of our outstanding organization. Name: Eric RuizTitle: Assistant Director of Undergraduate AdmissionsInstitution: University of St. Francis IACAC member for 4 yearsNACAC member for 1…
The IACAC Annual Advocacy Day in Springfield is an event where IACAC members have the opportunity to share with legislators issues important to the organization and our ability to serve our students best interests. This year’s Advocacy Day will be…
New Chicago Cubs General Manager will Join Comprehensive Roster of College Admissions Experts NEW YORK, January 26, 2012 – The New York Times announced today that Jed Hoyer, the new general manager of the Chicago Cubs, will be a featured…
The New York Times will launch its first College Life Fair in Chicago, on May 31, 2012, in conjunction with the Illinois Association for College Admissions Counseling (IACAC) and the Chicago Public School systems. The New York Times College Life…
Illinois hosted NACAC's Guiding the Way to Inclusion seminar this year from July 31 to August 2 in Chicago. The program challenged attendees to think critically about new ways to work with underrepresented student populations and provided an assortment of…
This year's National College Fair in Chicago boasted some pretty amazing statistics: 10,000 students registered 322 students were helped in the counseling center 43 volunteers 471 college and university attendees A few changes were in store for both admission representatives…