Each year, ACPA's Commission for Global Dimensions of Student Development (CGDSD) hosts the International Colloquium, a half-day or daylong program that brings together scholars, practitioners, graduate students, and policymakers from around the world to discuss pressing global issues within the higher education profession. Every Colloquium takes a different focus on a substantive issue related to student success and invited speakers present and lead discussion and dialogue based around that topic. Through the Colloquium, CGDSD creates space for and initiates international and cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration among higher and tertiary education professionals and encourages its members to become engaged global citizens. This year too, CGDSD is excited to host the 2025 International Colloquium webinar series, which is free and open to all ACPA members to participate. The Colloquium will explore critical issues in higher education internationalization, focusing on international students' education, well-being, and social justice in global contexts.

Many colleges and universities across the country are facing hiring freezes and budget constraints due to ongoing disruptions and uncertainty within the higher education landscape. As institutions continue to navigate the ripple effects of declining enrollment, shifting student needs, and economic pressures, the path forward in 2025 remains unclear. What is clear, however, is that the essential work of higher education must continue—even as campuses are being asked to do more with fewer resources than ever before. Amidst these challenges, collaboration and innovation are not just helpful—they are necessary.

presented by the minnesota college personnel association (MNCPA)If you are currently a graduate student preparing to engage in the critical work of research or if you are simply contemplating enrolling in a graduate program, this webinar is for you! During this webinar,participants will learn seminal skills, attitudes, and knowledge centered on the completion of graduate […]

presented by the Virginia college personnel association (vCPA)Academic advisors are crucial in student engagement and support and thus a well-developed onboarding program is a critical component that can distinguish between a prepared employee and one lacking confidence. Presenters will share their experience in developing a comprehensive advisor onboarding program that teaches advising theories, fosters belonging, […]

presented by the Virginia college personnel association (vCPA) Wednesday, 21 May 21 2025 // 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM In this session, presenters will describe a multi-year partnership cultivated between Restorative Practices professionals and a team of assessment specialists. This collaborative partnership led to the creation of a novel assessment process comprised of the following […]

ACPA is excited to partner with Strengths University for the 2024 Supervisor Strengths Institute! Learn to become a more effective supervisor and show up authentically in your leadership role. You'll gain skills around how to feel balanced, aligned, and able to genuinely enjoy your work while having the energy to do your best work. Strengths University understands the challenges, the frustrations, and the joys of leading a team. We want to help you manage the stress and chaos, so you can better lead your team, support your students, and have more balance in your life.

This webinar will provide participants with the foundational knowledge of theories that support new professionals from underrepresented groups. It will help participants to identify practices and resources to retain new professionals from underrepresented groups. Throughout this interactive session, participants will engage in both intrapersonal and interpersonal reflection.This webinar is presented by ACPA's Minnesota Chapter (MNCPA).

Approximately 30% of ACPA members currently identify as entry-level professionals with 1-3 years of experience in student affairs work. ACPA created the Phyllis L. Mable Emerging Leaders Institute (previously the New Professionals Institute) to support the development of emerging leaders as they collectively serve thousands of students on a daily basis. This Institute includes several mentoring opportunities and one-on-one interactions with several of today’s leaders in higher education and student affairs as resident faculty and small group facilitators.