NEACAC - New England Association for College Admission Counseling
Opening doors to higher education across New England.
Committees

Admissions Practices

Deals with questions concerning the professional ethics and standards of conduct of admission counselors and secondary school members, as addressed by the NACAC Statement of Principles of Good Practice (SPGP). Interprets the SPGP and resolves the complaint in the event of an alleged charge of breach of professional ethics. Committee membership is by invitation only due to the confidential nature of our work.


Annual Meeting & Conference

Has the responsibility of developing, coordinating and overseeing the Annual meeting and conference held each spring. Programming, recreation, publications, first-timers, community service, pre-conference activities, exhibitor relations, and welcoming/evaluation are some of the sub-committees that are always in need of volunteers. Join us! It's a great way to make connections with your NEACAC colleagues.


Articles of Organization & By-Laws

Works to ensure that the NEACAC Articles of Organization and the Bylaws are kept in accord with the bylaws of NACAC. Because of the proposed changes to NACAC bylaws, it is likely that similar changes will be needed in the NEACAC bylaws. This committee has begun drafting some of those changes.


College Fair

This committee works with the chair to plan and execute both the fall and spring college fair schedules.


Communication Services

Is responsible for the association’s print and electronic communications. The committee also handles public relations.


Current Trends

The Committee on Current Trends reviews trends in counseling, college admission and enrollment management. The committee shall develop programs and services that educate and inform members and other publics about professional issues and trends. The committee will also highlight trends that impact the work of other NEACAC committees.


External Relations


Fiscal Oversight

This committee assists the Treasurer and Executive Board plan the annual budget each year and meets during the course of the fiscal year if necessary. This is an advisory committee which makes recommendations to the Board regarding the finances of the organization. Currently it also oversees the revenue development initiatives of NEACAC.


Government Relations Advisory

Participates in the yearly NACAC Legislative Conference in Washington DC and coordinates the state caucuses at the Annual Meeting & Conference. Establishes a communication network that can monitor, report and take action on state and federal legislation that is important to NEACAC and educational issues related to higher education or counseling in general.


Human Relations & Diversity Awareness

Ascertains the needs of traditionally under-represented students and college admission and counseling professionals, and develops programs that foster and ensure a supportive and inclusive environment for these groups. Promotes diversity concerns and activities among the membership. Oversees the annual Margaret Addis Scholarship program and annual essay contest for high school students living in the region where the Annual Meeting will be hosted.


Member Services

Coordinates and promotes of membership, for both new and ''renewing'' counselors and institutions. Seeks programs and ideas that will strengthen the membership base and provide incentives for becoming a member. Develops and evaluates membership retention and recruitment plans. Works with NEACAC staff to annually produce the NEACAC Resource Directory.


Nominating

Is led the by the former Past-President and assists in securing candidates for available offices and coordinates the election process. Organizes the “Counselor of the Year” and “William S. Neal” award process.


Professional Development

Coordinates and assists in the development and presentation of programs and activities related to professional education. Members will have the ability to chair subcommittees to plan and run our various Professional Development programs. As a committee, members will discuss various new programs and ways to enhance current traditional programs. The committee is also responsible for developing timelines, mission statements, and curriculums for each event. This committee is an excellent opportunity members will be able to develop their management skills, event planning abilities, and also be able to network with professionals in secondary education and higher education--a wonderful Professional Development experience in itself!


Technology Services

The Technology Committee is designed to work in partnership with the Communications Committee. The committee will focus on on-going research into best practices for technological innovation for the organization. Keeping the website current and consistently reevaluating its usability are major responsibilities for this committee. This includes testing all links on a regular basis, uploading and maintaining photos of association activities, approving new and removing outdated job board listings, and uploading and archiving newsletters.


Two Year Colleges

Consults with two-year colleges regarding specific needs as developed by the committee. Acts as a liaison between secondary schools, two and four-year colleges. Offers speaker availability to secondary schools for college informational and financial aid programs.




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