2024 Conference As we head to this year’s conference to grow in our professional development and learn how to adapt to an ever-changing landscape, we’ll reconnect where it all began-- on a college campus! Get ready to don your favorite college t-shirt and show your school pride as we return to campus to connect and learn from the best in the business. Whether you are new to alumni career services or have been doing this work for many years, the ACSN conference is an opportunity to build connections and share best practices and experiences with people who truly understand the work you do. We can’t wait to see you there! Register Now!
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Worcester, MA | July 22-24, 2024 ACSN invites all alumni career services professionals to join us for our annual conference at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. Learn more about Worcester. (That's “WUUSS-TER”). Worcester, Massachusetts offers cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities for people of every interest — from the masterworks displayed in the Worcester Art Museum to the one-of-kind restaurants on Shrewsbury Street. And with the ski slopes of Vermont and New Hampshire, the stunning beaches of Rhode Island and Cape Cod, and the cities of Boston and Providence all within striking distance, there’s much to discover throughout this dynamic six-state region. Parking
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Worcester is centrally located between the mountains and the ocean. Arrive early or stay late and take advantage of the beaches and sites along the beautiful Northeast coastline. Conference FeesEarly Bird Registration (Through July 1st)
Standard Registration (July 1st to July 22nd)
Conference payment is due in full by Wednesday, July 17, 2024. No exceptions. If Plans Change >> Conference Schedule
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Arrive Early and Attend the Pre-Conference!
Most stories of post-graduate outcomes erase the challenges and barriers faced by many college graduates who identify as professionals of color, first-generation, or both. By neglecting to address these gaps through an equity lens, our institutions contribute to health and wealth gaps that are furthered by disparities in the workforce. In this session, we will explore data from a critical narrative study amplifying the college-to-career transitions of first-generation college graduates of color. Monday, July 22nd from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Learn More About the Pre-ConferenceKeynote SpeakerThe global and campus mental health crisis and hypercompetitive global market is bearing down on educators, leaders, and students alike. The science of human flourishing reveals that aligning values with behavior can lead to better individual and collective outcomes. This keynote provides a toolbox of interactive, practical, evidence-based strategies to cultivate resilience and build a positive contagion of connection and positive impact. Dr. Kristen Lee's BioJoin Us on Tuesday, July 23rd at Polar Park!Polar Park is home to the Worcester Red Sox, Triple-A Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, but it is so much more than a ballpark. Polar Park can expect to see concerts, festivals, weddings, birthday parties, corporate outings, and much much more! Join us for a panel discussion with employers about hiring trends in this market. Appetizers and refreshments are included. 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Want to book a tour of the ballpark? Tours will be available for $10/person after the panel discussion. Register on the conference registration form in advance. No tickets may be purchased on-site. Hotel InformationWe have reserved availability at two hotels in downtown Worcester, approximately 10 minutes from Holy Cross via car. Limited shuttle service will be provided to/from campus at the beginning and end of each day. There are also plenty of rideshare options to/from campus, including cabs, Uber and Lyft. There is ample free parking on the College of the Holy Cross campus directly across from the conference location in the Hogan Campus Center (#34 on Campus Map under “Other Facilities”). AC Hotel Worcester AC Hotel Worcester Reservation Link
Hilton Garden Inn Reservation LinkSponsorship OpportunitiesBecome a sponsor and gain greater access and visibility to 200+ alumni career services leaders! Learn more about the different sponsorship levels available for the ACSN 2024 Conference. Questions? Please contact Michael Steelman or Alex Beard with questions about sponsoring the ACSN 2024 Conference. Become a Sponsor
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