WHAT IS CONFERENCE?

INACAC hosts its Conference annually as an opportunity for members to interact with one another and collaboratively learn and discuss academic counseling trends that impact Indiana. Whether you are a veteran school counselor, admissions officer. or you're brand new to the field of college admissions, Conference provides a wealth of opportunities for you to gain valuable knowledge for your job and sharpen your professional skills and abilities. 

• Access approximately 40+ educational sessions.
• Meet, interact, and brainstorm with others in your field.
• Grow as a professional and acquire transferrable skills.
• Motivational Keynote speaker
• Socialize with peers
• + more!

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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

IMPORTANT: INACAC transitioned to Slate in May 2025.  If your institution has not set up an INACAC membership within Slate, our system won't recognize you as a member during conference registration.  To get the best rates for your team for conference, please email Stacie Vetor for help setting up your INACAC membership in Slate.

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CONFERENCE GRANTS

High School Counselor conference grants will once again be provided by INACAC Premium Members.  The grant application is now open and eligibile to INACAC High School Counselor members.  

NEW FOR 2026!  INACAC will offer a limited amount of Conference Grants for College Admission Counselors! This grant application is now open and eligibile to College Admission Counselors employed at a member institution.  

SPECIAL EVENTS FOR 2026

NEW FOR 2026! The INACAC Conference Committee is hosting two Pre-Conference Sessions at 2 pm on Monday, February 23, 2026. 

First-Timers: Designed to help newcomers make the most of their first INACAC Conference experience through networking, learning, and community-building opportunities.
Directors / AVPs / VPs: Tailored for senior leaders to engage in strategic discussions, share best practices, and explore emerging trends shaping the future of our profession.

PLUS...
Monday Networking Reception
Tuesday Social Hour & Fundraiser with a Wine and Whiskey Pull

SPECIAL GUESTS FOR 2026

Pre-Conference Speaker:

Presenting Monday, February 23, 2026 4:15 - 5:45 pm

Dr. Katherine Denker

Beyond Constraints: Moving to possibilities through resilience. Dr. Katherine Denker and the Ball State University Department of Communication Studies Cardinal Relational Research Lab teams’ work explores the intersection of interpersonal and organizational communication. With attention to organizational identification, worker outcomes, and resilience, the research team and Dr. Denker extend the research in the field of communication to offer insight into this current cultural moment. They will offer ideas as to how educational professionals are uniquely situated to both feel the pressing constraints as well as have the potential to shift current conversations in a way that expands possibilities and increases outcomes.

Keynote Speaker:

Presenting Tuesday, February 24, 2026 8:30 - 10:15 am

Olivia West

Olivia West, a passionate keynote speaker, WNBA/NBA in-arena host and champion for student success and motivation. With a heart for empowering others, Olivia inspires audiences to unlock their potential and use their gifts to make a positive impact in the world. Through her speaking engagements, she shares my expertise and personal experiences to help students and individuals overcome obstacles, build confidence, and achieve their goals. Her mission is to ignite a spark in others to embrace their unique talents and passions, and use them to serve others. Learn more about Olivia West at https://www.oliviawestspeaks.com/