Going to NACAC? A Few Suggestions…

Next week is the annual conference for NACAC, the National Association for College Admissions Counselors, and we couldn’t be more excited. We hope you will stop by (Straxis Technology, Booth 617) and say hi while you are there. Either way, here are a few tips for you, based on what I have learned from other conferences this year:

• Wear comfortable shoes. You can look cute and still be comfortable. Remember that you will be on your feet and walking around most of the day. Cute shoes can be saved for evening functions.
• Remember to bring a notebook and pen. You might think you remember the counselor or vendor you met, but after meeting about 100 of them, you will regret not bringing these items.
• Attend the educational sessions. That’s what they are - educational.
• Attend the functions. It’s free food, and a great chance to meet people who may be great resources for you in the future (this applies to vendors and admissions professionals).
• Have fun! This isn’t a vacation, but it is time spent out of the office where you can learn valuable tools that you can use to contribute to your school’s success.

Not sure what sessions to attend? We have put together a list of some educational sessions that might be useful to you, and that we think look interesting.

1) Social Networking and the College Decision Process

Room 308

Friday, September 25th at 2:00 pm.

Led by David Burge from the University of Nebraska and Stephanie Geyer from Noel-Levitz, this session will be a great overview of how your admissions office can use social media to effectively enhance your recruitment efforts.

2) Social Media in Your Personal Life

Room 342

Friday, September 25th at 8:30 am

Social media is such an integral part of today’s world, that it is often difficult to find the line between personal and professional. Holly Maust will lead this session and give you tips on how to maintain your personal social media efforts while also retaining professionalism.

3) In Our Own Words: Maintaining an Effective Student Blogger Program

Room 307

Saturday, September 26th at 8:30 am

Daniel Creasy from Johns Hopkins University will share his personal experience in implementing a blogging program into the university’s communications plan.

What other sessions do you plan to attend?

WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!

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