Summer is half-way over and we're ramping up!

* Registration is underway for those colleges and eligible organizations who want to exhibit at Iowa ACAC College Fairs. We will host 39 fairs across the state - did you know last year we had over 14,000 students register through StriveScan to attend our fairs? Don't delay - the priority registration deadline is August 14. After that date there is an automatic late fee of $300 assessed. Requests after September 1 will only be honored if there is room and if paid for upfront. Register at https://www.iowaacac.org/college-fairs

* Our 2026 Admission Counselor University is July 27 & 28, hosted by Ellsworth Community College. This popular annual event for new admission professionals offers practical training and tools to build a strong foundation as an admissions counselor. New professionals will connect with peers, grow professionally, and collaborate with others who are passionate about supporting students on their college journey. There is still time to register https://www.iowaacac.org/prof-dev-  You'll find information about ACU scholarships on that page, too, and you can also apply for our Opportunity Grant to help cover some expenses. https://www.iowaacac.org/opportunity-grant

* NACAC Conference is in our backyard in October - Minneapolis! Want to attend but your office budget doesn't allow? You can apply for our Opportunity Grant to help cover travel, lodging, registration, and meals! Apply at https://www.iowaacac.org/opportunity-grant

 Conner Ellinghuysen
Iowa ACAC President