Events

  • 2026 Donna M. Bourassa Mid-Level Management Institute

    Online

    Going into its 27th year, the Donna M. Bourassa Mid-Level Management Institute is an ACPA educational program for those who have been in the student affairs field for five or more years or are a departmental director. The Institute guides those desiring to grow their authentic leadership, strengthen their capacities and understand self and organizational dynamics in order to lead well.

    • Virtual

    Tuning the Instrument: Mindfulness and Stuff

    Zoom

    In an era of shifting student needs and evolving campus cultures, resilience is essential. "Tuning the Instrument: Mindfulness and Stuff" invites participants to explore practical, research-backed strategies that strengthen focus, reduce stress, and help educators and students thrive in new norms. This is the first webinar in ACPA-Michigan's 2026 Webinar Series "Doing More with Less," which will feature presentations from higher education faculty and staff about how their campus remains steadfast in centering student success while facing budget cuts, minimized staffs, and uncertain futures. We hope you'll join us!

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual

    Listening to Leaders: A Roundtable Conversation with Student Leaders

    Zoom

    Join us for a panel discussion with student leaders from different experiences and educational institutions. This moderated roundtable will include a general conversation about the student leader experience and trends across leadership growth.

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual

    Policy Pulse Special Edition: 2025 In Review

    Online

    The ACPA Policy Pulse is a monthly series of open conversations and webinar-style presentations focused on the latest public policy and advocacy efforts of ACPA. Designed as a space for connection and learning, this series invites ACPA members to come together to process recent legislation, digest its implications for higher education, and engage with colleagues and experts who are closely involved in the issues at hand.

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual

    Growing Knowledge Series: Black Medical Students Matriculate Through Holistic Admissions

    Zoom

    Join Andrea Simmons for this Growing Knowledge Series (GKS) webinar titled: "Diversifying the Physician Workforce: Black Medical Students Matriculate Through Holistic Admissions." This webinar is presented in partnership by ACPA's Communities of Practice. This webinar examines evidence-based strategies for diversifying the physician workforce. Drawing from qualitative research on the successful matriculation of Black medical students, the session centers strengths, achievement, and resilience within mission-aligned admissions processes.

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual

    Policy Pulse: January Community Conversation

    Online

    The ACPA Policy Pulse is a monthly series of open conversations and webinar-style presentations focused on the latest public policy and advocacy efforts of ACPA. Designed as a space for connection and learning, this series invites ACPA members to come together to process recent legislation, digest its implications for higher education, and engage with colleagues and experts who are closely involved in the issues at hand.

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual

    Spring 2026 Supervisor Strengths Institute

    Online

    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.

    • Virtual

    ICPA Virtual Meet-Up

    The Illinois College Personnel Association (ICPA) is hosting a series of one-hour virtual meet-ups designed to connect members across Illinois with one another and chapter leadership. These sessions will provide space to reconnect, learn more about upcoming ICPA initiatives, and build momentum ahead of the ACPA Annual Convention.

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual

    Spring 2026 Strengths Accelerator Academy

    Online

    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.

    • Virtual

    Doctoral Study & Writing Space

    Are you a current doctoral student or doctoral candidate looking for a dedicated study/writing space or looking for accountability buddies? Join GSNP’s Doctoral Study & Writing Space. This is a biweekly space to study/write and form a community of fellow doctoral students & candidates!

    • Virtual

    From Grad School to the Workplace: Advocating for Your Needs with Confidence

    Zoom

    Join the Graduate Students & New Professionals Community of Practice (GSNPCOP) and the Coalition for Disability (CD) for a session facilitated by the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD). We will break down what self‑advocacy during graduate school and the transition to the workforce can look like across the job search, interview process, onboarding, and early career roles.

    • Free for Members
    • Virtual