Admissions
Happy New Year from Iowa ACAC!
January 13, 2019 -
POSTED BY Mark Ash, Kirkwood Community College, Iowa ACAC President
POSTED IN General
We’re barely into 2019 and I’m already tired of the expression “New Year, New You.” According to U.S. News & World Report, 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. Upon hearing this, my initial reaction was ”I wonder how realistic those resolutions were…”
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Get Organized This Summer!
June 12, 2018 -
POSTED BY Trina Landmesser, University of Northern Iowa
POSTED IN General
I don't know about you, but my office and desk get organized about two times a year. It's not that I don't like an organized space, it just seems to always end up on the bottom of my "to do" list. Then comes winter or summer break, and I find myself elbow deep in papers to file, old notes to throw away, and oh-my-goodness is THAT what happens to grapes when you leave them in a plastic container for a month?! (Don't judge, but yes, that happened.)
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Staying Healthy During Travel Season
March 11, 2018 -
POSTED BY Susan Dickinson, Admissions Counselor, University of Iowa
POSTED IN General
Staying fit, healthy, and active, while traveling for work, is always difficult. As we kick off spring travel season, here are some quick tips to help you stay healthy while on the road.
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Best Practices: Advising First Generation Students in the College Admissions Process
January 13, 2018 -
POSTED BY Lauren Garcia, Inclusion, Access, and Success Chair
POSTED IN General
There has been a lot of attention on helping first generation students navigate the college search process, and rightfully so! There is confusion for most high school juniors and seniors, let alone those who haven’t had anyone in their family navigate the process before. So let’s start there. When we talk about first generation students, we are referring to students whose parents have not obtained their four-year college degree. Here is what we recommend when working with this student population:
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Are We Confusing the Higher Education Consumer?
January 13, 2018 -
POSTED BY Todd Coleman, Asst. VP for Admissions, Wartburg College
POSTED IN General
Discount rate, net price, average indebtedness, college rankings, early decision, highly selective, selective, open admission, AP credits, dual credit, enrollment fees, deposits, graduation rates, completion rates, we’re No. 1, they’re No.1 and the list goes on and on! Are you confused yet?
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4 Reasons to Attend Visit the Hill 2018
January 13, 2018 -
POSTED BY Susie Hakeman, Government Relations Chair
POSTED IN General
“As soon as any man says of the affairs of the State "What does it matter to me?" the State may be given up for lost.” These things matter, not only to individuals invested in education, but as a citizenry as a whole.” Jean-Jaques Rouseau
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Things I Wish You Knew
December 14, 2017 -
POSTED BY Trina Landmesser
POSTED IN General
In the upcoming months, the Iowa ACAC blog will feature a three-part series titled "Things I Wish You Knew." This series will focus on survey responses received from admissions counselors, school counselors, upper level admissions staff, recent college admits and their parents to offer a new perspective into their lives, which will hopefully impact the way you interact with these individuals. Watch for a survey from me in the future in your Inbox!
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Two Minutes With...Shalon Frye
November 27, 2017 -
POSTED BY Shalon Frye, School Counselor, Independence Jr.-Sr. High School
POSTED IN General
Shalon Frye has come full circle. She started as an elementary teacher in 2000 at Independence Community Schools, and after three years decided to go back to school for her school counseling degree at UNI, which eventually brought her back "home" to Independence.
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Calling all High School Counselors!
November 21, 2017 -
POSTED BY Paul Breitbach, Iowa City West High School
POSTED IN General
Why should high school counselors be involved with Iowa ACAC? Being involved with Iowa ACAC has been one of the best professional development activities I have ever done. The reality is, as high school counselors we are also college admissions counselors. Iowa ACAC is a great support for high school counselors. Here is how I got involved:
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Fall Bucket List
November 21, 2017 -
POSTED BY Jess DeWall
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What's on YOUR fall Bucket List  • Grab your favorite fall drink at your local coffee shop • Drive to see the fall foliage • Go to the pumpkin patch • Walk a corn maze • Learn how to make pumpkin pie from scratch • Donate to a local food bank • Go to a football game and tailgate • Have a bonfire • Go to apple orchard • Attend a local Farmer’s Market • Enjoy some apple cider • Help your neighbor rake leaves • Watch seasonal movies • Carve a pumpkin • Buy a new sweater or hoodie • Decorate your home for fall • Find a local fall festivity • Take a hay ride • Have a family or friends game night • Make caramel apples • Go on a nature walk, hike, or bike ride (bring the camera!) • Do a Color Run, Color Dash, or other colorful 5K  • Try a new recipe!!
Giving Thanks
November 21, 2017 -
POSTED BY Jordan Bruess
POSTED IN General
Being thankful has a positive effect on many parts of our lives. Studies have been telling us for years just how beneficial gratitude and recognition are in the work place, in our relationships, and towards our mental and physical wellbeing.
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IMAGINE What You Could Do
November 12, 2017 -
POSTED BY Iowa ACAC
POSTED IN General
Ashlee Duimstra is in her fourth year as a school counselor at East High School in Des Moines. Before that, she was a school counselor in Knoxville, Iowa, for three years. She says being a member of Iowa ACAC helps keep her in the know on what's happening in college admissions, so she can share those resources with her students...and some of those resources came from her making time to take one step.
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The Two-Way Street
November 01, 2017 -
POSTED BY Iowa ACAC
POSTED IN General
We all know communication has changed. Twenty years ago, as an Admissions Representative, I received letters, postcards, and flyers in the mail from Iowa ACAC...you know, that stuff that comes on paper by a person who delivers it through rain, hail, sleet or snow...with information on college fair registration and the individual fairs, spring conference, and the Scenes newsletter. I'd open each and every item, save as needed, note on a calendar, or throw in the trash can. We do all of those same things today, but electronically. Unfortunately, we sometimes feel inundated with email and get overwhelmed. Then we become selective. Then we overlook. Then we miss out.
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Halloween (School) Spirits!
October 20, 2017 -
POSTED BY Jordan Bruess
POSTED IN General
The fall can be a crazy time of year - our road warriors are out and about recruiting students and our in-office friends are helping cover visits. With the lack of down time, stress levels tend to be a little higher than normal. Therefore, it is even more important to find time to de-stress. For me, this involves using my mind in a more creative manner. Unfortunately, the examples I am providing today are not my personal creations, but hopefully they inspire you to add some school spirit to your existing pumpkin traditions – or make something new for your office!
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We're Calling You!
October 20, 2017 -
POSTED BY Gail McMahon
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Three ways you can answer the call to share your knowledge or simply show thanks:
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Two Minutes With...Jedd Taylor
October 10, 2017 -
POSTED BY Iowa ACAC
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After 10 years of teaching history and government, Jedd Taylor switched gears. He completed school counseling training, and became school counselor for grades 11 and 12 at Glenwood Community High School (Glenwood, Iowa). With the exception of one semester as a long-term substitute, he has spent all 15 years at Glenwood.
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Assembly Brief
September 21, 2017 -
POSTED BY Your Iowa ACAC Assembly Delegates
POSTED IN General
At the 73rd NACAC Conference, the Iowa ACAC Assembly Delegates were part of a historical and defining vote. 
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15 Years R.I.D.E“ing” Strong!
August 30, 2017 -
POSTED BY Terri Crumley
POSTED IN General
 The 15th Annual R.I.D.E. (Rediscovering Iowa’s Diverse Education) took place June 11-14, 2017, in eastern Iowa. Thirty-one high school and independent counselors from throughout the state of Iowa visited Kirkwood Community College, Northeast Iowa Community College (Peosta), University of Dubuque, Loras College, Clarke University, Cornell College, Mount Mercy University, and Coe College. The participants toured the various campuses, learned about admission requirements and heard from faculty, current student, and several college presidents about the unique mission of each institution. A huge thank you to the host institutions for their amazing hospitality including providing meals and giveaways, coordinating the many details of the visits, and providing overnight accommodations. Partial funding for the R.I.D.E. was also provided by an Imagine Grant from the National Association for College Admission Counseling. All attendees expressed how beneficial this free event was for their professional knowledge and well as the many students they serve! Thank you to these wonderful counselors for taking time to join us. 
Please keep your eyes open for information on next year’s R.I.D.E. Looking forward to another great event next year!
Admission Counselor University – The Hit of the Summer!
August 24, 2017 -
POSTED BY Sauvik Goswami, Professional Development Chair
POSTED IN General
On the evening of July 19, 2017, 39 new Admission professionals embarked on their Iowa ACAC journey. Iowa ACAC member institution, Coe College, hosted the yearly ACU professional development opportunity. The fun kicked off with an evening cheering on the Cedar Rapids Kernels, and newly formed friendships weathered a storm of biblical proportions. 
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