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 curriculum 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!

 

Coffee with Counselors

As we continue to navigate the shifting landscape of college admission together, the NEACAC Professional Development Committee is excited to share a new, free webinar series: Coffee with Counselors, aimed at bringing admission leaders from higher ed. together with colleagues on the high school side to share real-time advice in support of students.

• The Liberal Arts College in the Current Moment, Wednesday, October 14th at 9:00 a.m
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  As national trends show more New England students looking to large public universities in other regions of the country, the narrative around the value of a small, liberal arts college has shifted. Moderators Brenna Kelly and Jack O'Keefe are joined by a panel of admission deans and directors for an honest conversation about learning that depends on student participation, the lasting value of a degree that goes beyond a focus on careers, and what it means to build a genuine, inclusive community. Panelists will address the questions of the moment and share practical guidance for counselors helping students find the right fit. 
  

New! NEACAC Webinar Wednesdays

The NEACAC Professional Development Committee is happy to introduce our NEW free "Webinar Wednesdays" series for Admissions Professionals. No matter how many cycles you've traveled the road or navigated reading season, it's always great to connect and hear new perspectives or a new strategy for the next time around. 

• Health and Wellness/Avoiding Burnout During Travel Season for Admissions Representatives: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 2:00pm
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  Join fellow admissions professionals for a candid roundtable on prioritizing health and wellness during the demands of travel season. Gain practical strategies for avoiding burnout, setting boundaries, and maintaining balance while supporting students and representing your institution. 

Subcommittee Chairs:

Danielle Walsh, The Taft School - Career Colloquium
Courtney Kipp Nardo, Greenwich Country Day School - Rising Leaders Program
Wintress Ross, University of South Carolina - Middle Management Workshop (Pre-Conference option for AMC)
Meghan D'Angremond, Phillips Academy Andover - Advanced Counselor Roundtable
Michaela Tarmey, Northeastern University - Student in Admission Forum
Katherine Kistner, Catholic Memorial - Mentorship Program
Ariel Leitao Leonelli, Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Summer Institute

Committee Members:

Emily Casey, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Amy Chung, Boston College
Dana Clark, The Williams School
Karen Gerrior Mariani, High Point University
Taylor Hart, Boston College
Nina Hind, Brewster Academy
Winnie Maloney, Choate Rosemary Hall
Sinead McGrath, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Leah Miller, St. Michael's College 
Brianna Montecalvo, University of Rhode Island
Juan Orta, Fitchburg State
Erin Russo, Northeastern University
Allison Sherlock, Boston University
Luigi Solla, Moses Brown School
Dauri Torres, Miami University (Ohio)