Video from Bus O’Fun
The Bus O'Fun rolled from July 24 to 29 this year, starting at Western Illinois University. Counselors visited colleges in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. Video and photographs by Natalie Morris, Glenbard West High School
Sights from Camp College
Camp College is an on-campus overnight program for rising high school seniors. It took place this year at Bradley University, July 11-13. Students learned about the college search and application process as well as heard from college representatives and high…
Report from the Chief Delegate: 2011 NACAC Assembly
The 2011 Assembly took place on Saturday, September 24, 2011. While there were no immediate changes to the SPGP or action items, there was plenty to discuss. New Business Two new motions were presented to the board during the 2011…
Illinois DREAM Act Critical Step for Undocumented Students
On Monday, August 1st, 2011, three members of IACAC were witnesses to one of the most exciting legislative events of our time – the signing of the Illinois DREAM Act at Benito Juarez Community Academy. IACAC President Laura Docherty, Aliza…
President’s Update: Privileged
Privileged. This word so accurately describes how I feel to be the president of IACAC. It has been an amazing five months and I am looking forward to what the rest of my term will bring. Starting with our inaugural…
Movers & Shakers – Fall 2011
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: Ziggy Blackwell from Assistant Director of Admissions at Illinois Wesleyan University to Chicago Regional Coordinator at…
Largest Summer Institute in Recent History
This year, Summer Institute welcomed 54 participants from a variety of public, private, community colleges, and two high schools--the largest SI in recent history. The participants represented the states of Michigan, Illinois, Colorado, Iowa, Indiana, and Missouri. Overall, Summer Institute…
Save the Date for Annual Conference 2012 – Connect
Mark your calendar now for the ultimate IACAC professional development opportunity to “connect” with your colleagues. The 2012 Annual Conference is May 2-4, 2012 at the Westin in Itasca, conveniently scheduled prior to the May 7th start of AP examinations..…
First Middle Management Institute
NACAC and the Imagine Grant continue to be very supportive of IACAC and the development of new programming for its members and the students they serve. This summer, the Imagine Grant helped to get IACAC’s first ever Middle Management Institute…
Executive Board Restructuring
In an ongoing effort to consistently improve the effectiveness of IACAC, five members were assembled as an ad-hoc committee to reevaluate the structure of the IACAC Executive Board and they are looking for your feedback. The overall purpose of examining…