This committee organizes and implements professional development programs for college admission (2 and 4 year), high school counseling, and independent counseling professionals as well as professionals in community based organizations that help students on their path to further their educational goals. The three programs offered each year help attendees with personal career development, professional education and growth from shared expertise and best practices, as well as networking with peers. The committee works in concert and consultation with the MACAC President and Board.
CHAIR MEMBERSJanelle Sperry Chaska High School Christine Barnhouse University of St. Thomas Danielle Carden University of Minnesota Board Liaison Shawn Reid Shattuck-St. Mary’s General Members Erik Aschenbeck CSB/SJU Marie Schofer Cornell College Stacy Carpenter Carroll University Jenna Houser Alexandria Technical and Community College Jeremy Baldwin Holy Family Catholic High School Norma Gutierrez Minnetonka High School Austin Becker Alexandria Technical & Community College Monica Brown University of Minnesota Twin Cities Emily Albright Minnesota State University, Mankato Jonathan Rosario University of St. Thomas | EVENT(S)Admission Counselor Institute Date(s): Annually in July Location: TBD This two-day in-person conference is geared to new admissions professionals with one to two years of experience. Registration and event agenda will be available soon. Fall Forum Date(s): November 7, 2027 Location: Minnetonka High School Fall Forum is a comprehensive, day-long event meant to bring both high school counselors and college admission professionals together. We will learn from each other and discuss best practices in guiding and supporting students pursuing higher education. Learn more about Fall Forum.Spring Conference Date(s): Biannually in May Location: TBD College Admission professionals and High School Counselors. Alternating every other year between a MACAC conference and a multi-state conference with Iowa, Wisconsin and North & South Dakota ACAC’s. Learn more about Spring Conference.IMPORTANT LINKS |
This year's Admission Counselor Institute event took place at Minnesota State University-Mankato, and over the course of two days, we had dozens of eager professionals cover topics from financial aid to communicating with high school counselors.
