Colleges to Counselors (C2C)

C2C provides an opportunity for Iowa ACAC member colleges & organizations to share institutional updates with high school counselors. The event  includes a college fair for networking and to hand out promotional literature. Lunch is included for school counselors and college admissions professionals. Our 2025 dates and locations are:

Tuesday, October 21 @ University of Northern Iowa
Tuesday, October 28 @ Graceland University

Free for School Counselors/CCTCs! For postsecondary colleges and organizations, cost is $75 per event, or a discounted rate of $125 total to attend both events.

More Details, Registration, and Session Schedules - HERE

Questions? Please contact Jess Dillahunt, Iowa ACAC PD Committee Chair at [email protected].


 NEW - ACAC Connect Mentorship Program!

 

We're excited to reintroduce our Mentorship Program for connections, learning, and support for our college admission professionals.

*  Want to be paired up with a mentor? Mentees are suggested to have less than 3 years of admissions experience.

*  Want to be a mentor and help those just starting out? Mentors need to have 3+ years of experience

 

Whether you want to have a mentor or be a mentor, please complete the form below to get started!

Mentorship Program Registration


Admission Counselor University (ACU)

This popular annual event is designed for new admission professionals, offering practical training and tools to build a strong foundation as an admissions counselor. It’s also a great opportunity to connect with peers, grow professionally, and collaborate with others who are passionate about supporting students on their college journey.

 


 The R.I.D.E. - Rediscovering Iowa's Diverse Education

This free, three-day bus tour provides a door-to-door, first-hand look at college campuses and what each school offers students. Each year the RIDE's region of travel changes, taking counselors to a variety of colleges in a specific region for tours, hands-on learning, meals and even overnights in residence halls.


Lend a Hand!

Would you like to be involved with one of our committees? We welcome members who want to be more involved and assist with the mission of Iowa ACAC. Simply email us at [email protected] and someone will contact you!

Questions about Iowa ACAC's Professional Development opportunities?  Contact Iowa ACAC Professional Development & Practices Chairperson Jess Dillahunt.


Professional Development & Practices Committee

Jessica Dillahunt, University of Iowa,  Chair
Emily Hannon, St. Ambrose University
Conner Ellinghuysen, Buena Vista University
Dawn Barnes, Simpson College
Drew Shradel, Cornell College
Maria Gentile, Loras College
Lynne Zoulek, University of Iowa
Kerry Stecker, Simpson College

Joe Corso, Hawkeye Community College