#NACAC remains committed to advocating for strong federal student aid and is urging Congress to act now to protect Pell and student access to higher education. Learn how you can advocate, nationally and in your own community, using our advocacy toolkit: nacacnet.org/advocacy/toolkit

CBO: Pell Grant Facing $11.5B Shortfall If Congress doesn’t add money to the Federal Student Aid account by Sept. 30, students could face dramatic grant cuts or eligibility restrictions.

New data from the Congressional Budget Office shows the #PellGrant program could face an $11.5B shortfall by FY27. Without action, students and institutions could see changes to award amounts, eligibility, or the number of semesters covered. www.insidehighered.com/news/governm... @insidehighered.com

The #NACAC National College Fair - Cleveland will take place on Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. All high school students, transfer students, high school or college counselors, and families are welcome to register for this complimentary event. ow.ly/zXJc50YcVf8

🎉 It’s National School Counseling Week! School counselors are an essential part of students’ K-12 experience, supporting academic success, well-being, and much more. We celebrate our member #schoolcounselors and thank them for their dedication, compassion, & lasting impact. #NSCW26

Call for Proposals for #NACAC Conference 2026 is now OPEN! 🎉 We invite you to contribute your insights, experiences, and innovative ideas by submitting an education session proposal. Learn more about the submission process. ow.ly/w61a50Y09hU #NACAC2026

Our spring 2026 lineup includes 21 National College Fairs, a STEM College and Career Fair, and three virtual fairs. Showcase your institution and programs to a wide range of prospective students. Book your booth today. nacacnet.org/get-involved/exhibit-at-a-nacac-college-fair/ #NACAC #collegefairs

Current NACAC memberships will expire on Dec. 31. Renew your membership today to keep receiving professional development opportunities, advocacy resources, exclusive publications, & access to a global network of college admission counseling professionals. nacacnet.org/membership/renew-membership

College Aid Previews Aim to Improve Early Decision Amid the national debate over early decision, a handful of colleges are offering students early estimates of what aid they will receive if they are admitted.

Some colleges are piloting financial aid previews to make early decision more equitable. #NACAC members share how early access to aid info can reduce uncertainty & improve transparency, helping students and families make informed decisions. www.insidehighered.com/news/admissi... @insidehighered.com

We’re proud to share that #NACAC CEO @angelbperez.bsky.social has been recognized as a member of The Wall Street Journal CEO Council and is featured in this month’s Roll Call of members, joining a community of the world’s most influential decision makers. ceocouncil.wsj.com/members @wsj.com #WSJCEO

College Admission Leaders Share Tips For Talking To Teens At The Holidays For high school students, the holidays can be a fraught time, especially as the college admission experience draws near.

🧑‍🎓Discussing college plans during holiday gatherings can be tricky for many teens. In a recent @forbes.com article by Brennan Barnard, several NACAC-member #admission leaders share thoughtful substitutes for the usual “Where are you applying?” questions. ow.ly/Q2ZV50XAVTR

Today is #GivingTuesday! Support #NACAC in bridging the gap for students as they navigate the #collegeadmission landscape and prepare for brighter futures. Learn more about how you can support NACAC's mission and vision today: nacacnet.org/donate

Every act of generosity is appreciated.

#NACAC CEO Angel B. Pérez has released an important message about the administration’s new inter-agency agreements that transfer major federal #education programs out of the U.S. Dept of Ed. This action raises serious concerns for access, equity, and coordinated federal oversight. ow.ly/nfSf50XuhBO

Are you prepared to occupy a seat at your institution’s strategy table? Enhance your strategic leadership and data analysis capabilities during this three-day virtual workshop, including a plenary session on AI’s role in #enrollment management. ow.ly/YaEK50XnN8u #Highered

Explore colleges and universities from the comfort of your home! Join us on Sunday, Nov. 9 for NACAC's November Virtual College Fair. Learn more: ow.ly/Bsae50XlTug

#CollegeFairs #CollegeFair #SpreadtheWord #CollegeSearch

The Hottest Seat on Campus : Angel B. Perez - Book2look All

In THE HOTTEST SEAT ON CAMPUS, @nacac.bsky.social CEO @angelbperez.bsky.social helps newly appointed and rising admission deans get a handle on the role’s core expectations and nuances for success. Learn more by reading a sample of this book here:

Calendar for the Spring 2026 NACAC College Fair season

Exhibitor registration for Spring 2026 college fairs is now open. #NACAC is excited to present an expanded lineup, including 21 in-person National College Fairs, a STEM College and Career Fair, as well as three virtual fairs that reach students worldwide. ow.ly/NqIU50Xj1ot

There’s an urgent need for a more equitable #collegeadmission system and to strengthen the workforce. Read how #NACAC’s new Center for Innovation in College Admission is at the forefront of these issues and is poised to lead the profession into a new era. ow.ly/99hJ50XgZTp

NACAC Counselor and Community Event
London, UK - Friday, Nov. 7 | 1:00 PM – 3:45 PM GMT
Join us for an engaging afternoon of networking & thought-provoking conversation with leaders in global #highered and #collegeadmission counseling. Register: ow.ly/WB1t50XgoK7 Host: Northeastern University London

Become a NACAC member and gain access to a global network of #collegeadmission counseling professionals. Our advocacy resources, publications, and professional development opportunities will help you stay on top of the latest trends and best practices. ow.ly/vGJZ50XfyUk

#NACAC joined a broad coalition of disability, civil rights, and education organizations condemning the Trump administration’s sweeping layoffs at the U.S. Dept. of Education. The cuts have decimated critical offices, including Special Education Programs and Civil Rights. ow.ly/ptOM50XcK6W

NACAC Global Universities Fair Delhi - National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) Attendee Info Exhibitor Info

Looking forward the next @nacac.bsky.social event across the pond in England -

NACAC Global Universities Fair London (Sat, Nov 8), hosted by our partners at Northeastern University London @northeasternu.bsky.social at their Devon House campus in St Katharine Docks.
www.nacacnet.org/nacac-global...

@erichoov.bsky.social of @chronicle.com spoke with
@angelbperez.bsky.social about his new book, “The Hottest Seat on Campus,” which describes the pressures #enrollment leaders face and strategies to help them succeed. www.chronicle.com/article/the-...

#Highered #CollegeAdmission #Leadership

Strategic Data Management for Enrollment Leaders Workshop 2025 - National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) December 2-4, 2025 About this workshop Enrollment plays a pivotal role in shaping the direction of colleges and universities. Today, admission leaders are increasingly called upon to deliver data-dr...

This immersive, three-day faculty-led workshop is designed to help mid-to senior-level admission professionals enhance their strategic leadership and data analysis capabilities. 🗓️ Join us Dec. 2-4, 2025. ow.ly/4Z8Y50X7IS4

#Highered institutions are encouraged to participate in the Institute of International Education’s Fall 2025 Snapshot on International Student Enrollment Survey. ow.ly/RjC550X68uN Its goal is to gather data on #international student #enrollment trends. Deadline: Oct. 9

SAVE THE DATE: If you think this year was amazing, wait until you see what we’ve got planned for #NACAC Conference 2026! We look forward to seeing you Oct. 8-10, 2026 in Minneapolis, MN. nacacconference.org #NACAC2026

NACAC Conference On Demand - Slides and audio for over 100 #NACAC Conference 2025 education sessions are now available online. Free for conference attendees, and also available for purchase. ow.ly/ekTl50X1G4U #NACAC2025

Just how integral is calculus to college readiness? Higher education experts say viewing the math course as a proxy for rigor presents equity-related and pedagogical problems.

Higher Ed Dive reports on the role that calculus plays in college admissions, citing a 2024 report by @justequations.bsky.social and @nacac.bsky.social and quoting National Policy Director Andrea McChristian.

Read the article: www.highereddive.com/news/calculu...

#EduSky

During a recent interview with us, @nacac.bsky.social CEO @angelbperez.bsky.social explored research from his new book, THE HOTTEST SEAT ON CAMPUS, which examines how to set up admissions officers for success. Watch a clip from this conversation here: https://bit.ly/41vL5Do

Have you planned your #NACAC Conference 2025 schedule? Check out the full schedule of workshops, educational sessions, and networking events on the NACAC Conference app today. nacacconference.org/about/nacac-...

Agenda: ow.ly/UkvZ50WHMsl #NACAC2025

Trump’s Next Fight With Universities: Racial ‘Proxies’ in Admissions The Trump administration is warning colleges against using application essays, geography and other “unlawful proxies” for race to achieve diverse student bodies.

#NACAC CEO @angelbperez.bsky.social spoke to @wsj.com about the Trump Administration's warning to schools against using so-called "proxies" for race. "I don’t think most institutions are jumping and immediately changing practices,” said Pérez. wsj.com/us-news/educ... #HigherEd #EducationPolicy