Events

  • C2YC Coffee Chat (ACPA25 Convention)

    Hyatt Regency Long Beach 200 S. Pine Avenue, Long Beach, California

    An informal networking event-connect with current and new members of the commission over coffee! Light refreshments will be available. Event held in Regency Ballroom C.

    C2YC Entity Network and Meeting (APCA25 Convention)

    Hyatt Regency Long Beach 200 S. Pine Avenue, Long Beach, California

    Meet with members of the C2YC and other conference attendees interested in two-year colleges! Event to be held in Regency Ballroom C.

  • Program Design School

    Online

    Join The Leadership and Training Studio and Erin Fischer for a two-day, hands-on, engaging and entertaining seminar. Erin will share how she wrote 90 programs in four and a half years and still has more ideas. (As a matter of fact, she has written eight new courses in three months.) You will learn how to write participant guides, facilitator guides, identify 40 learning methods and understand why you can’t write learning objectives until the end of your course! By the end of the two days, you will have a template for writing consistently and engaging material with ease. We are excited to continue to offer this outstanding professional development opportunity in a live virtual format using Zoom Video Conferencing.

    • Virtual

    Engaging Diverse Populations in Survey Research – Presented by ACPA’s Commission for Assessment & Evaluation

    Online

    Click here to register The session will provide participants with practical strategies for engaging diverse populations in survey research focusing on equity, inclusivity, and representation. It incorporates evidence-based methodological and theoretical frameworks to survey development and analysis. It will provide assessment practitioners with strategies to use the development of equitable and inclusive assessments.This webinar is […]

    • Virtual

    Community Conversations-The Changing Landscape of DEI in Higher Education

    Online

    Join the Commission for Two Year Colleges for monthly Drop-In Discussions to address topics that are vital to the work we do. These Drop-Ins will also serve as a space for attendees to network and come together in community, as we navigate the ever-changing, turbulent waters of higher education. Attendance is FREE and open to […]

  • 2-Year College Summit

    Online

    Join us virtually for the 2-Year College Summit co-hosted by by the Commission for 2-Year Colleges, ACPA, NASPA, and NODA. Registration can be completed by visiting https://www.nodaweb.org/events-overview/two-year-college-summit/.

    2025 International Colloquium

    Hyatt Regency Long Beach 200 S. Pine Avenue, Long Beach, California

    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.

    • Virtual

    Webinar – Inclusive By Design: How Universal Design Fosters Belonging

    Online

    Social Justice and holistic development are vital to our work in higher education, but too often accessibility and belonging are omitted from the conversation. This webinar explores how implementing universal design and access throughout our work in student affairs leads to developing a profound sense of belonging for all individuals in our community. Join this webinar to learn strategies to intentionally design welcoming communities that prioritize accessibility, leading to increased retention, problem-solving, and overall well-being. This webinar is presented by ACPA's Coalition for Disability (CD).

    • Virtual

    Webinar – Mastering the Art of Job Negotiations

    Online

    mpresented by the comission for graduate students & new professionalsWhether you’re negotiating salary, benefits, or other terms, this session will provide practical tips and actionable insights to help you approach negotiations with clarity and confidence. Don’t leave your career growth to chance—unlock the skills to advocate for yourself effectively in every job conversation.This webinar is […]

    • Virtual

    Free Webinar – Navigating Capacities in Uncertain Budgets

    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.

    • Virtual

    Webinar – Dissertation, Thesis, Starred Paper, and Capstone: Strategies to Successfully Complete the Journey

    Online

    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 […]

    • Virtual