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Welcome to the New Newsletter  

Welcome to the New Newsletter!

Since the Media Communications Committee was created last May, we have undertaken the task of improving the methods by which IACAC keeps members informed of news about IACAC and the college admission profession. With that goal in mind, we are excited to present to you our new electronic newsletter. Continue reading...

 
President's Update  

President's Update

The changes of fall surround us – amazing outdoor colors, crisp morning air, and shorter days. Tradition or change? Both, right? Certainly, here in the Midwest we know that we are experiencing a traditional fall – of change. Continue reading...

 
Illinois Takes Home Trifecta of Awards at NACAC  

Illinois Takes Home Trifecta of Awards at NACAC

At the NACAC National Conference held in St. Louis, Missouri, three members of IACAC were honored for their long-term commitment to our profession and serving students in their postsecondary transition. Continue reading...

 
NACAC Conference  

Sights and Sounds from the NACAC National Conference

The 2010 version of the NACAC Annual Conference is now a part of history, and after hearing from individuals who attended, this conference was a resounding success. Continue reading...

 
Report from the Chief Delegate: 2010 NACAC Assembly  

Report from the Chief Delegate: 2010 NACAC Assembly

The Assembly adopted proposed changes to the Statement of Principles of Good Practice: Education, Monitoring Policies, and Procedures submitted by the National Admissions Practices Committee. Continue reading...

 
Counselors Travel on the Plane O'Fun  

Counselors Travel on the Plane O’Fun

The Assembly adopted proposed changes to the Statement of Principles of Good Practice: Education, Monitoring Policies, and Procedures submitted by the National Admissions Practices Committee. Continue reading...

 
Inaugural Camp College  

Inaugural Camp College

With the support of a NACAC Imagine Grant, IACAC hosted its first ever Camp College this summer. Culled from a group of 76 applicants, 33 students made the early morning train or car ride to Bradley University in Peoria on July 12, 2010. Continue reading...

 
Summer Institute Celebrates 40th Anniversary Success  

Summer Institute Celebrates 40th Anniversary Success

This year, Summer Institute celebrated its 40th anniversary at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. In mid-July, twenty participants from across the Midwest were there to celebrate that achievement and attend professional development sessions to learn more about their profession. Continue reading...

 
Go the Extra Mile for Students - Conference 2011  

Go the Extra Mile for Students – Conference 2011

By helping young men and women find the “right fit” for their future counselors consistently “Go the Extra Mile for Students.” Our Annual Conference, May 4-6 2011, promises to be another learning experience and celebration of all the good that we do in helping students determine their future paths. Continue reading...

 
ISAC Professional Development Opportunities  

ISAC Professional Development Opportunities for Counselors and Mentors

Need answers to your students’ questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? Do you want to effectively advocate for students that experience special circumstances? Have you ever wondered how a family’s ability to contribute to the cost of a college education is calculated? Continue reading...

 
New York Times The Choice Blog  

Big Apple Calls on Illinois for Expert Advice

IACAC’s own Sue Biemeret (Adlai Stevenson High School) is the November guest blogger for The Choice, the college admissions advice blog of the New York Times. Read Sue’s articles.

 
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Meet your 2010-2011:
· Executive Board ·
· Committee Chairs ·

 

Executive Board Meeting Dates

Mark your calendar for these upcoming Executive Board meeting dates.

 

Grant Opportunities

Apply today for IACAC professional development grants.

 

Call for Executive Board Nominations

Nominate a colleague
for the 2011-2012
Executive Board

 

Volunteer for Conference

Go the extra mile:
We need your help
at the Annual Conference
in May. Volunteer

 

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Movers and Shakers

Movers & Shakers
Share professionally-related news about promotions or career moves. Congratulations to three members on their recent news.

 

 

     
 
 

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The IACAC Newsletter is published by the Media Communications Committee.

Committee Chairs:
Kevin Coy (Lincoln-Way East High School), Megan O’Rourke (Butler University),
Julie Marlatt (University of St. Francis), and Dave Shafron (Lewis University)

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