2025 Spring Conference
May 18-20, 2025
Host Site:
Indian Hills Community College
REGISTER - Early Bird deadline is April 18!
Keynote Speaker
We're excited to welcome Teege Mettille as our Keynote Speaker!
Teege has been around Iowa ACAC since being on the 2012 conference planning committee. He is the author of “The Admission Malaise,” which provi des a critical yet constructive analysis of the current state of college admissions.
In addition to his writing, Teege is the co-host of "The Admissions Directors Lunchcast," a podcast that delves into the nuances of college admissions. Through the podcast, Teege shares his insights and engages with other experts to discuss trends, challenges, and strategies in higher education admissions.
Teege's journey into the education field was driven by his personal experience as a first-generation college student who navigated the complexities of the admissions process on his own. This fueled his passion for helping others achieve their educational goals and advocating for ethical practices in college admissions. This mission-driven approach has defined his career and leadership style, making him a respected voice in the profession.
Conference Scholarships for School Counselors/CCTCs
STARS Network Scholarships
The STARS College Network is offering up to 15 conference scholarships to cover High School Counselor/CCTS registration and lodging expenses for the conference.
Sponsorship applications are due by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 9. Sponsorships will be provided as available. Recipients must be an Iowa high school counselor or college and career transition counselor that works in a rural or small-town district according to dataset maintained by the University of Iowa. Sponsorship includes the cost of registration, two nights in a conference hotel, and a complimentary STARS College Network dinner with University of Iowa staff during the conference. Applicants will be contacted by Jess Klein, Senior Admission Counselor and STARS College Network Program Director.
Join the Annual Conference Golf Outing!
Our Golf Outing kicks off the state conference! Don't worry - you don't have to be a pro! Find your teammates and join us for a 4-person 9-hole best-shot golf outing at Cedar Creek Golf Course at 2pm on Sunday, May 18. Entry fee is $31 per person and covers greens fees and your cart. Participants will pay upon check-in at the golf course.
Please watch your Iowa ACAC listserv messages, social media, and this website for important updates!
Thank you to our Sponsoring Business Partners
Bronze Sponsors
 
Silver Sponsors
   
Conference Planning Committee
Autumn Luce, Grand View University, Chair
Susan Dickinson, University of Iowa
Sabrina Tapps-Fee, Mount Mercy University
Tina Miranda, Grand View University
John Laverty, University of Iowa
Liz Wessels, Kennedy High School
Robbie Stran, Loras College
Maia Augustine, Cornell College
Maria Gentile, Loras College
Ranae Molkenthin, Indian Hills Community College
Tanner Lascheid, Ellsworth Community College
Brandon Schutte, Iowa State University
Kimberly Roberts, Simpson College
Katarina Okulich, Cornell College
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