PRESENTERs/School: Nichelle Whitney Indiana University IAS TITLE: Students with Disabilities: Transitioning to College from High School Audience College and High School DESCRIPTION: St
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TITLE: Indiana’s Whole State for Whole Child Approach: A Roadmap for Working With the Whole Child -Mental Health Training(Audience College and High School)
DESCRIPTION: Indiana Department of Education has been focused on supporting the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) needs for all students IDOE has created PK-12 SEL Competencies that address social and emotional well-being through a neurodevelopmental culturally responsive framework The foundation for these
competencies has been developed from the most current brain research, social-emotional research, trauma research, and culturally responsive best practices The SEL competencies are designed to be embedded
throughout the academic day, impacting the instructional climate of a classroom By using this whole child approach, schools will see an increase in academic performance, emotional well-being for students, and prepare students for post-secondary options
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Christy Berger, MSW, LSW Director of Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Wellness for the Indiana Department of Education
A Block, Tuesday 10-10:45am
TITLE: What’s New at NACAC? (Audience College and High School)
DESCRIPTION: Stefanie Niles, NACAC’s immediate past-president, will offer an update on several timely issues,
including the latest on the implementation of the new NACAC membership model, the search for a new NACAC Chief Executive Officer, the settlement of the US Department of Justice’s investigation and what it means for NACAC and the affiliate organizations, and a progress report on the new Ad Hoc Committee on Leadership in College
Admission Stefanie will also share news about NACAC’s 2020 National Conference in Minneapolis in September Bring your questions and comments!
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Stefanie Niles NACAC Immediate Past President
TITLE: The Confidence Code for Professionals: Tips for Negotiating your Needs and Boundaries in the
Workplace (Audience College and High School/Professional Track)
DESCRIPTION: With an ever-changing workforce, it is common to experience tension in the workplace as you navigate
changes in culture, leadership, and practice This workshop will explore how the multi-generational workforce can embrace the shift in culture, and we’ll walk through a simulation for negotiation
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Nichelle Whitney Indiana University
IAS TITLE: Students with Disabilities: Transitioning to College from High School (Audience College and High School)
DESCRIPTION: Students with disabilities are provided resources very differently in college vs high school Come learn
about the transition students with disabilities experience when moving on to college, the accommodation process, and resources IUPUI has to offer
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Kevin McCracken IUPUI
Taylor Dooley IUPUI
TITLE: College Board Update on Using Official SAT Practice in Schools to Improve SAT Scores and Could Lead to College Scholarships! (Audience High School)
DESCRIPTION: A study of 250,000 students from the class of 2017 showed that Official SAT Practice can help any student improve their scores—regardless of gender, race, income, or high school GPA In fact, 20 hours on Khan Academy® was associated with an average 115-point increase from the PSAT/NMSQT to the SAT
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These two programs work hand and hand to help students succeed This session will discuss how counselors
or teachers can use Official SAT Practice with Khan Academy during the school day or after to improve
students SAT scores that could also lead to college scholarships Come and learn about all the wonderful new updates we have
PRESENTERS:
Karen Bush The College Board
Mark Parson The College Board
TITLE: More Than a Tour(Audience College)
DESCRIPTION: Getting students on campus is an important piece of the college selection process But is a tour enough?
In order for a student to feel confident in their decision, they need to experience the school Learn how a volunteer student organization has taken on the true meaning of what it means to be an ambassador and created a
comprehensive visit experience for prospective students that leaves a lasting impression
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Koryn Parsons University of Southern Indiana
TITLE: What Makes Gen Z Click and What High School Students Want You to Know About Their College Search
DESCRIPTION: In this session, we will explore Gen Z and their obsession with social media We will not only share
stunning statistics and social media behaviors, but we will take you beyond the flood of data to fully understand the implications of each channel‘s environment We will also review results from the over 6,400 respondents who took this year’s CollegeXpress user survey We’ll walk through students' insights and perspectives on everything from how they are searching to what influenced their search and decision-making
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Jennifer Lonchar Carnegie Dartlet
B Block, Tuesday 11-11:45am
TITLE: C'Mon Man!(Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: We’re supposed to collaborate and work well together yet C’Mon Man, let’s be real…we all have our
frustrations, questions and uncertainties with one another Watch Admissions and High School Counselor professionals dual it out…defending their profession, expressing their frustrations and explaining the reasons as to why they do what they do Prepare yourself for a battle but bring your burning and frustrating questions with you!
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Lindsey Speer Ball State University
Ryan Barbauld University of Louisville
Kathy Pivonka Cathedral High School
Lani Johnston Westfield High School
TITLE: Independent Educational Consulting: Understanding the What, Why & How in Indiana (Audience High
School)
DESCRIPTION: According to professional organizations, there’s an explosion in the independent educational consulting
business Attend this session to learn more about what IECs do, why some parents seek additional support beyond what
is provided in high schools, and how IECs operate in Indiana and beyond Bring your questions, your concerns, and your curiosity, and an IEC and a school counselor will share their insights and explain how IECs and school counselors can effectively work together to support students and families
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Amy McVeigh Smart College Selection
Mike Jaskoski Avon High School
IAS TITLE: Let’s Talk Numbers (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: Indiana and the nation are experiencing a shift in demographics Many topics must be considered when
discussing this critical shift Topics of cultural competencies, internal bias, creating equity and general knowledge are key
to successfully supporting students of all backgrounds In this session we will discuss the data, the shift, and a few solutions to prepare your high school or post-secondary institutions for the changes to come
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Ja’Niah Downing Purdue University
TITLE: DOE Updates-Indiana Graduation Pathways (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: With the passage of Graduation Pathways, students are now able to individualize their graduation requirements to align to their postsecondary goal No longer must all students fit into the same academic mold, but rather, they can choose the options that best meet their postsecondary needs and aspirations Students can create pathways that serve their educational interests and prepares them for postsecondary educational and career opportunities
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Michelle Clarke Department of Education
TITLE: Managing Anxiety in the College Application Process (Audience High School)
DESCRIPTION: With today's intensity surrounding high-stakes college admission and the added complexity of the
college application process, itself, many students (and parents) find themselves apprehensive, confused, and
overwhelmed What can we do as school counselors to help create an environment that tempers and manages some of this distress? Join us for a discussion regarding ways to approach, manage, and eliminate anxiety throughout this process
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Carrie Poehlein Park Tudor School
Lindsay Davis Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School
Linda Christy International School of Indiana
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C Block, Tuesday 1:30-2:15pm
TITLE: Shine: Using Brain Science to Get the Best from the People You Supervise (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: Our jobs as leaders and supervisors are getting harder and more competitive by the day One of the
most critical responsibilities we have is sharing our why and how to help our staff “shine” their brightest Hear how leaders at various institutions use Edward Hallowell’s Self-Report Job-Fit Scale and his five-step approach to maximize their staffs’ potential to present a proven process for getting the best from them You will leave this session with new resources to inspire excellence in your team!
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Ryan Barbauld University of Louisville
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DESCRIPTION: Join us for a discussion-based panel presentation to learn new ways of streamlining your SAT, PSAT, and AP test administrations Hear from three high school counselors on how these tests are
administered on both a large and small scale
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Carrie Larrison Westfield High School
Stephanie Payne Carmel High School
Lindsay Davis Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School
IAS TITLE: Systemic Erasure: How safe is Your Inclusion? (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: In 2019, the millennial and GenZ student is leaning more into activism than ever before While higher
education is just now grappling with conversations on diversity, what does it mean to show authentic inclusion on your campus? This is a conversation on the harms of only showcasing the “safe-minority” or the passing student in print and online media
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Nichelle Whitney Indiana University
TITLE: DOE Updates- Indiana Graduation Pathways (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: With the passage of Graduation Pathways, students are now able to individualize their graduation requirements to align to their postsecondary goal No longer must all students fit into the same academic mold, but rather, they can choose the options that best meet their postsecondary needs and aspirations Students can create pathways that serve their educational interests and prepares them for postsecondary educational and career opportunities
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Michelle Clarke Department of Education
TITLE: Paying for College, Loan Forgiveness & More (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: Paying for college is a hot topic in both the media and in the minds of families across Indiana We’ll
discuss the realities of how people are paying for college, trends in college pricing and the impact of student loan options, repayment and even forgiveness
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Bill Wozniak INvestEd
TITLE: The Future of Enrollment Leadership (Audience College)
DESCRIPTION: The work of enrollment leaders has always been shaped by challenges facing higher education The
College Board’s monograph, The Future of Enrollment Leadership, drew from a meeting of more than 30 enrollment leaders who considered the challenges and opportunities that will face higher education over the next 15 years Pulling from topics explored in the monograph, this interactive session will be a conversation with enrollment leaders and attendees about how enrollment management has evolved and what we can expect to see in the coming years
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Jackie Acosta The College Board
D Block, Tuesday 2:30-3:15pm
TITLE: How to Handle Angry Parents, Upset Students, and Rejection (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: As much as we'd like to, every student will not be admitted to their first-choice university Therefore, as
school and admission counselors, managing disappointment is an unpleasant but unavoidable part of our jobs This session discusses strategies and communication tools to use when confronted with those difficult conversations
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Carrie Poehlein Park Tudor School
Nicole Martinez Valparaiso University
TITLE: NCAA Recruitment: What Both Sides Need to Know (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: NCAA recruitment can cause confusion between the student-athlete, high school counselor, and
institution recruiting the student This session will cover the timeline high school counselors need to be aware of for students in the NCAA recruitment process and how college admission counselors can communicate effectively with their athletic department, the student-athlete and high school counselor Expectations of each level of the NCAA (I, II, III) will
be discussed and the requirements for student-athletes to meet in order to be eligible to participate at member
institutions
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Levi Lawson Ball State University
IAS TITLE: Recent Changes in Immigration Law and their Impact on College Admission (Audience High School and
College)
DESCRIPTION: In the past year there have been drastic changes in immigration law that directly affect students on their
pathway to and through higher education Learn about these changes from Immigration Attorney, Angela Adams, so that you can contribute to institutional and organizational discussions that need to address these issues as they arise
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Angela Adams Adams Immigration Law
TITLE: Faculty are Friends(Audience College)
DESCRIPTION: Faculty are critical to the recruitment process Learn about ways in which you can partner with faculty
across campus to guide your recruitment strategy, enhance your communication plan and diversify your campus visit program to create an overall student experience that forms lasting impressions and relationships
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Koryn Parsons University of Southern Indiana
Rashad Smith University of Southern Indiana
TITLE: Student Worker Model: From a Small College Perspective(Audience College/First Timers)
DESCRIPTION: From the student led campus tours to overnight hosting, learn how Manchester developed a successful
student-worker program You’ll find out how you can effectively train student employees and enhance skill sets for your returning students to increase the number of recruiters in the office We’ll leave time at the end for Q&A
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Travis Adkins Manchester University
Nick Rush Manchester University
TITLE: National Guard
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E Block, Tuesday 3:30-4:15pm
TITLE: Let’s Focus on Your “Why” and the Impact Professionals Can Have Without be Tempted by the Green Green Grass!(Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: Private, Public, Regional Admissions recruiter…oh my! In the world of Admissions we are all tempted to
see just how green another Institution or role might be But is the grass always greener on the other side? Let 3
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on your “why” and the impact professionals can have without be tempted by the green green grass!
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Lindsey Speer Ball State University
Jennifer Potts University of Alabama
Ashley Hardy Franklin College
TITLE: Understanding Ways to Help the High School Student Navigate Dual Credits to College (Audience High
School and College)
DESCRIPTION: A panel discussion with high school and college administration that will focus on transferring Dual
Credits and how to help dual credit students through the process
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Brandy Candler Ivy Tech
Laura Hayes Ivy Tech
Kelly Waggoner Indiana University
Riverton Parke HS Counselor, Bloomfield HS Counselor
IAS TITLE: Cross-Cultural Collaboration and Support in Recruitment
DESCRIPTION: The multicultural recruitment landscape is served by professionals from diverse backgrounds across the state of Indiana: majority and minority-identifying colleagues The work of supporting and advocating for traditionally underrepresented populations is the responsibility of, not one, but all professionals in our admissions offices We'd like
to dedicate some time to hear from a panel of professionals from various backgrounds and identities to learn more about this important work and supporting If you fill the role of a multicultural recruiter, aspire to fill this type of role, or just curious about what we have to say about the responsibility of all admissions officers, this session is definitely for you!
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Hilary Deardorff Indiana University
Whitney Ramsay Butler University
Nyree Modisette Marian University
Khala Granville Ashaolu Indiana University
James Crawley Purdue University
TITLE: Criminal and Behavior Disclosures in College Admissions(Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: This session will be a presentation focused on the current landscape of college admissions for students
who have a prior criminal conviction or disciplinary action at a high school/university It will also focus on the changes and partnerships IUPUI has made to improve access and equity in our admissions process
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Taylor Dooley IUPUI
Matt Moody IUPUI
TITLE: GREAT Outcomes for Students: Reverse-Engineering Strategic Enrollment Management(Audience
College)
DESCRIPTION: GREAT is an acronym that stands for Graduate, Retain, Engage, Admit, and Tell It is an organizing
framework that reverse-engineers the strategic enrollment management process by beginning with the end in mind and working backward to develop activities supporting student success outcomes This session will equip participants with
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PRESENTER(s)/School:
Boyd Bradshaw IUPUI
TITLE: A “DIYers” Guide to Bringing Student Search IN HOUSE
DESCRIPTION: We will explore the pros and cons of developing a comprehensive student search plan that includes, print, email, a digital campaign, web-site management, name buying, data capture and CRM
engagement
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Jay Fedje enrollmentFUEL
F Block, Wednesday 8:30-9:15am
TITLE: The Pros and Cons of Hosting an On-Site Event (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: Many schools are now hosting on-site application days as part of College Go Week or other times during
the fall Some colleges participate, some will not or do not have staff capacity to attend This session will discuss the pros and cons of hosting on-site application days, best practices from high school coordinating these events, and feedback from college partners on how to make it a successful event
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Johanna Hess Crown Point HS
TITLE: Navigating the UCAS Application Process What Do UK Admissions Look For and How Can We Best Prepare Students? (Audience High School)
DESCRIPTION: The number of US students looking to study abroad is on the rise and UK universities have more
applications than places available each year This session will discuss the nuts and bolts of the UCAS application to offer practical tips and suggestions for counselors both new to UK admissions, but also those who want to enhance their knowledge and techniques This session will also help counselors better understand how to write the UCAS Personal Statement and Reference which are a key part of the UCAS application and how the UCAS essay is different than US essays Come hear a panel of seasoned counselors with experience in helping students apply and get accepted to the UK universities
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Linda Christy International School of Indiana
Stephanie Smith Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School
IAS TITLE: IDOC-Ivy Tech, the Madison Model (Audience College)
DESCRIPTION: In a time of record low unemployment, and an increased demand for skilled workers within industry, we
have developed a training model to skill up inmates in Indiana The product of a statewide partnership between Ivy Tech Community College and the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC), this model provides inmates the opportunity to earn nationally recognized industry certifications in high demand fields such as welding, CNC operator, and
manufacturing processes The presentation will include an interactive exercise, which will break down the steps in our educational model and we will share the strategies we have developed over the past year and a half that have resulted
in nearly a 100% certification achievement rate by female inmates
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Chris Ponsler Ivy Tech
Paula Clark Ivy Tech
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DESCRIPTION: At Ball State University, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions includes the Office of Orientation This
unique pairing provides opportunities for employees of the Office of Orientation to have a deeper understanding of the transitions students take from admissions to enrollment and university retention Come hear from these employees about how their understanding of the admissions process guides the orientation experience, and how you can partner with your Office of Orientation to create a similar, smooth transition
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Samantha Ray Ball State University
Allison Murray Ball State University
TITLE: A Territory Manager vs A Road Warrior(Audience College)
DESCRIPTION: Explore how admissions professionals approach recruitment during travel season Some are road
warriors who are gone for weeks at a time trying to touch base with as many high schools as possible Others use various resources, statistics, and previous experiences to create a strategic travel plan Learn about the data and various factors that impact a college rep’s decision to visit
This session can inform admissions counselors of resources to consider when planning travel season It can also inform
high school counselors as to what college reps consider when scheduling visits and making return visits
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Valerie Allen University of Southern Indiana
TITLE: SAGE Scholars
DESCRIPTION: SAGE Scholars is the nation’s oldest and largest private college preparation and funding organization
Through our Tuition Rewards® program, SAGE Scholars has been helping families secure the best possible private college education at an affordable price for over a quarter of a century Since our inception, nearly 7 million families have enrolled students All at no cost ReadySetCollege.org, brought to you by SAGE Scholars, is a comprehensive private college and career planning website Please join me as I share how ReadySetCollege.org will be an asset for you and your students
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Ginny Johnson, MS SAGE Scholars
G Block, Wednesday 9:30-10:15am
TITLE: Your Authentic Self: Going Beyond the Viewbook During Admissions Presentations(Audience College/First
Timers)
DESCRIPTION: What sets your admissions presentation apart from other presentations? In the words of late Maya
Angelou, “…people will forget what you said… forget what you did, but [won’t] forget how you made them feel.” Join us for a session on how to be your authentic self as a recruiter and what it means to create a tailored experience for your territory
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Nichelle Whitney Indiana University
TITLE: ACT
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College)
DESCRIPTION: Come learn from professionals on both sides of the desk about navigating the transition to college with
LGBTQ+ students Topics will include high school Gender Sexuality Alliances (GSAs), high school gender support
plans, unique needs of transgender students, data privacy, and resources found at the college and national level
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Taylor Dooley IUPUI
Shannon Fritz Whiteland Community High School
TITLE: Working with and for Transfers (Audience College)
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PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA
TITLE: Did It Work and What’s the ROI? Test, Track, and Report on Your Enrollment Efforts (Audience College) DESCRIPTION: It’s easier to request more budget for events or new technology if you are able to track whether it works
and that the investment yielded results We’ll talk attribution modeling, tracking, and reporting
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Will Patch Niche
TITLE: Raise Me
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PRESENTER(s)/School: TBA
Roundtable Conversations, Wednesday 10:30-11:00am
TITLE: Current Conversations on NACAC’s Code of Ethics and Professional Practices (Audience High School and
College)
DESCRIPTION: The discussion regarding the CEPP is continuing at the national level and will hopefully be in a place to
share current information with state affiliates next year
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Sue Stemen Park Tudor
Lori Green Butler University
TITLE: INACAC Government Relations Committee (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: A conversation to share the committee’s work present and future
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Kariny Contreras-Nunez Purdue University
TITLE: INACAC Strategic Plan Survey Results (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: Join us to hear the results of the recent survey shared within our community
PRESENTER(s)/School:
Ja’Niah Downing Purdue University
TITLE: First Timers Wrap Up (Audience High School and College)
DESCRIPTION: A time to gather and discuss your first time experience at Conference and where you can go from here PRESENTER(s)/School:
James Crawley Purdue University