Committee Chairs

Get Involved with ACCA!

ACCA is looking for enthusiastic members who want to help move the organization forward. Whether you are interested in professional development, advocacy, research, membership, conference planning, or another area of the association, serving on a committee is a great way to become more involved.

Interested in volunteering? Review the committees below and email the appropriate Committee Chair to express your interest.

By-Laws Committee

The purpose of the ACCA By-Laws Committee is to review and update the bylaws in accordance with ACCA Executive Council decisions, as well as respond to ACCA membership requests for changes to the bylaws.

Professional Development Committee

The purpose of the Professional Development Committee is to contribute to members' professional knowledge and proficiency through the development and regulation of ACCA-sponsored continuing education. An additional goal is to assist with growing ACCA membership by coordinating professional development opportunities for college counselors.

Graduate Students & New Professionals Committee

The purpose of the Graduate Students and New Professionals Committee is to provide a voice for the needs and concerns of graduate students and new professionals within ACCA.

Board Liaison: Janeyshka Ortiz-Flores

Social Media

The purpose of Social Media is to facilitate the exchange of information among members and provide information relevant to college counseling and the counseling profession.

Action & Inclusion Committee

The purpose of the Action & Inclusion Committee is to encourage training and advocacy efforts related to diversity, inclusion, and multicultural issues in the college counseling setting.

Community College Committee

The purpose of the Community College Committee is to serve as a strong advocacy group for community and two-year colleges. The committee administers an annual survey to collect important data about the services provided by community and two-year colleges.

Professional Advocacy & Public Awareness (PAPA) Committee

The purpose of the Professional Advocacy & Public Awareness Committee is to heighten the visibility, viability, and functioning of counselors within higher education. The committee promotes awareness of counselors and the important role they serve within institutions of higher education.

Research Committee

The purpose of the Research Committee is to administer the annual research grant awards process. Other projects for the committee vary based on the needs and interests of the President and Executive Council.

Conference Committee

The purpose of the Conference Committee is to assist with planning and executing the ACCA Annual Conference. ACCA members who are local to the area where the conference is being held are especially encouraged to participate.

Supervision/Clinical Training Committee

The purpose of the Supervision/Clinical Training Committee is to address supervision and clinical training issues within the college counseling setting, including both practice and administration.

Membership Committee

The purpose of the Membership Committee is to encourage membership renewals and utilize marketing and recruitment efforts to promote new ACCA memberships.

Awards Committee

The purpose of the Awards Committee is to recognize individuals who support and enhance the practice of college counseling.

Ready to Get Involved?

Committee service is a great way to connect with fellow ACCA members, contribute your experience, and help shape the future of the association.

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