Professional Development Workshops & Other NJACAC Events

Note that you must be a current member of NJACAC to register for and attend our Professional Development workshops unless otherwise noted.

2025 NJACAC Annual Conference
May
18
to May 20

2025 NJACAC Annual Conference

We’re excited to invite you to NJACAC’s premier event of the year — the #NJACAC25 Conference, taking place at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, May 19-20, 2025. At our conference, you’ll be able to engage with a broad spectrum of educational professionals, from seasoned school counselors and admissions staff to educational consultants; experience a program of expert-led sessions, thought-provoking panels, and interactive discussions designed to enrich the counseling journey for our students; and connect and network with peers during our conference FUNdraiser event on May 18 and Conference Social on May 19th.

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NJ Transfer Student Workshop
Mar
19

NJ Transfer Student Workshop

NJACAC and Bergen Community College Present The Transfer Student Workshop! Join us for an informative workshop on Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 as we dive into the world of transfer students and explore how community colleges can play a pivotal role in their success.

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NJACAC Dave & Buster's Meet-Up In Edison
Mar
4

NJACAC Dave & Buster's Meet-Up In Edison

Join NJACAC for a night of games, food, drink, and fun in support of a great cause: NJACAC! After the evening session of the National College Fair in Edison, NJ on March 4th, we’ll meet up at Dave & Buster’s Middlesex to socialize and have fun together.

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Spring Wisdom Exchange
Feb
19

Spring Wisdom Exchange

Please join us on Wednesday, February 19th for a Wisdom Exchange. We’ll discuss all sorts of admissions-related topics as we head into the Spring and yield season/decision season.

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Winter Wellness Series: Managing Work Stress
Jan
29

Winter Wellness Series: Managing Work Stress

Join Rose Celia Rosato, MA, LPC, NLP & Ava Kaplan, LCSW to learn about managing work stress. This workshop discusses work stress from a unique perspective which includes the importance of feeling safe, gaining insight into developing a healthy mindset, identifying the source of the problem, and much more.

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Winter Wellness Series: Managing Your Movement on the Road
Jan
22

Winter Wellness Series: Managing Your Movement on the Road

Making time for movement can be tricky. With short clips of time, limited resources, and a lot on your mind, it can be hard to stop and just focus on yourself. During this session, you’ll learn some tips and tricks for healthy living, exploring new places, and staying safe while on the road! Join Seth Carver, Casi Kovar, and Tori Farley to hear how they stay active and healthy during recruitment season.

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The Admissions Counselor Malaise: Addressing the Staff Morale Crisis in College Admissions
Dec
10

The Admissions Counselor Malaise: Addressing the Staff Morale Crisis in College Admissions

After the pandemic, our entire society learned the term "The Great Resignation" and we presumed this trend explained what was happening in college admissions offices. However, the challenges are much more pervasive, persistent, and problematic for us. During this virtual session, Teege Metille, author of The Admissions Counselor Malaise, will unpack some of the biggest takeaways from the book.

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Winter Wisdom Exchange
Dec
5

Winter Wisdom Exchange

Join us for a virtual wisdom exchange on Winter in admissions! The PD Committee will lead this session on brainstorming about what has happened and what the future looks like. Connect with others in our space and hear various perspectives on what strategies and tools are working in our field and what our different experiences have been.

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MMI Interest Meeting
Nov
20

MMI Interest Meeting

Join us for a general interest meeting for our Middle Management Institute that’s taking place virtually in the Winter/Spring 2025. Those interested will receive a Zoom link upon registration.

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Annual Fall College Admissions Workshop
Oct
22

Annual Fall College Admissions Workshop

NJACAC is proud to work with Seton Hall University to bring our Annual Fall College Admission Workshop.  Panelists will be addressing current College Admission issues and answering questions regarding trends, changes in admission policies, and more.  Seton Hall will offer an optional campus tour. 

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Lunch & Learn: NJACAC College Fair Registry
Sep
17

Lunch & Learn: NJACAC College Fair Registry

Come learn more about the NJACAC College Fair Registry and how it could help you! The registry is designed, not only to help road warriors plan their recruitment travel but also for college fair hosts to best plan dates and times in order to maximize the success of their respective college fair.

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Fall 2024 Wisdom Exchange
Sep
10

Fall 2024 Wisdom Exchange

Ready to kick off the fall season with some expert advice? Join us for the first Wisdom Exchange of Fall 2024! Erin Sheehan will be diving into the start of travel, the new school year, and upcoming trips exclusively for our NJACAC members. Don’t miss out!

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