Top 10 Reasons To Be In Baltimore

  1. It’s easier than ever to be intentional about the programs and events you attend, based on your professional development needs. Search the new itinerary builder to plan your programs in advance. Once at the convention, the program book indices allow you to choose programs based on the ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies, Convention Contemporary Issues, sponsoring entities or coordinating presenters.

  2. Re-acquaint and network with friends and colleagues at social events, programs and meetings.

  3. Engage with the city of Baltimore and the ACPA convention by volunteering or participating in one of a number of service events.

  4. Explore and learn new ways to become more inclusive and understanding of social justice and global issues.

  5. Take advantage of the in-depth professional development opportunities by attending one of the pre-convention workshops. Spend a half- or full-day learning about assessment and developing meaningful outcomes, leading through change, emerging issues in diversity and social justice, and more!

  6. Attend spectacular special events and initiatives featuring relevant, engaging, and artistic entertainment.

  7. Check-out Career Central at Convention (C3) to best serve employers and candidates. This high-tech online system enables employers and candidates to experience ease throughout the entire employment process.

  8. Learn from exceptional featured speakers, panel presentations and an educational curriculum that include symposiums, contemporary issues, competencies, institutes, SSAO and faculty tracks.

  9. Take advantage of the One-Day Pass registration for ACPA members–this is the perfect way to send staff to a professional convention while maximizing professional development dollars.

  10. Experience the convention through affordable registration, hotel and rates, economical meals, and unparalleled convenience to meeting and interview venues!