Professional Development

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

Each C2C features the following schedule:

9:00 am: Check in & optional 45-minute campus tour for HS counselors & CCTCs
9:30 am: College fair set up for post-secondary institutions
10:00 am: College Presentations, break, & college fair
12:30 pm: Lunch
1:30 pm: Financial Aid Presentation
2:00 pm: End of day for postsecondary institutions, optional campus tour for HS counselors & CCTCs

For Postsecondary Institutions
* You will have 3-5 minutes to present important updates or changes from your college to high school counselors and CCTCs.
* Following the presentations, there will be a mini college fair for further discussion and distribution of admission materials.
* The registration fee is $75 per event, or a discounted rate of $125 total to attend both events.

Check out this sample page from the special booklet provided to school counselors and CCTCs. The information you provide on the registration form is needed to make this happen!

For High School Counselors & CCTCs - Registration is FREE!
* Learn about various post-secondary options in one convenient setting.
* Optional campus tours will be available at each event.
* Receive a booklet containing general admissions information for each participating college - a valuable reference for the academic year!

Registration for Post-Secondary Institutions/Organizations

Registration for High School Counselors & CCTCs

In the meantime, if you have any questions, please reach out to Jess Dillahunt, Iowa ACAC PD Committee Chair at [email protected].

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.