2025 Regional Council Application


2025 Regional Council Application

Please review these instructions before submitting your Regional Council Application. 

 DEADLINE: Thursday, August 14 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

In March 2025, International ACAC members approved the creation of a Regional Council made up of eight Regional Representatives. This new structure is an important and exciting step toward increasing member engagement and strengthening our global network. We invite members who are passionate about advancing the mission of International ACAC and representing their regional perspectives to apply for a three-year term on the Council, beginning in October 2025. To be considered for the upcoming election, please complete your application and submit all required materials by August 14, 2025.

Regional Council

  • The Regional Council serves under the Vice President for Global Affairs. 
  • The Regional Council will consist of eight Regional Representatives, with one representative per region. 
  • The Representatives on the Regional Council will support the work of the Board during their 3-year term.
  • Non-voting members can run for Regional Representative positions, and ALL members can vote in this process.
  • Members are only eligible to run for the position of Regional Representative for the region in which they live; similarly, members are only eligible to vote for the Regional Representative for the region in which they live. 

Regional Council Responsibilities

  • The RC will meet a minimum of three times per year: twice virtually, once in-person with the Executive Board prior to the annual conference in July.
  • Regional Representatives will produce a yearly report to the Board and membership (submitted at the time of the annual conference), outlining salient issues and concerns and making recommendations for the coming year.

Application and Consideration

A complete application includes the following information:

The deadline is August 14, 2025, 11:59 PM Eastern Time for all required documentation to be submitted. An application will only be considered complete when all information listed above is received. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.

Once the slate is approved by the Executive Board, the slated applicants’ videos and application responses will be shared with membership. The video link may be included in your application or emailed to PT_Wilson@internationalacac.org. 

Questions should be directed to Wilson Lee (PT_Wilson@internationalacac.org), International ACAC Immediate Past President and Chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee.

Please note: This application has numerous questions. To prepare your answers, you may review the questions on our website. You can also copy in text to respond to questions within text areas. 

Fields marked with an * are required.

Please verify that you have checked the “I'm not a robot” checkbox.

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Applicant Information

Please provide your professional title (for example: "College Admissions Counselor" or "Director of International Admissions").

Please provide your institution or organization.

Please select the country where you live.

Please select the region where you are located. Regions are numbered rather than named, starting at the International Date Line. Please refer to this map to confirm your region and the corresponding number.

DIVISION OF THE WORLD 

The regions are as follows, and numbered, rather than named. This decision was made so as not to impose any cultural/positional associations on the name. Regions are deliberately numbered from the International Date Line, moving westward, again so as not to seemingly favor any one region by starting in a more arbitrary position.

Select your membership type from the list below. Please note that ALL active members of International ACAC are eligible for the Regional Council.

Please indicate the years of experience you have in college admissions counseling or related field:

Are you currently a NACAC Member (or do you plan to join NACAC)?

Please note that NACAC Membership is not required for Regional Representatives, though we encourage members to consider NACAC membership.

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Application Questions
The GNC will use the following information when establishing a slate of candidates. These answers will be shared with the general membership if you are slated for a position. Please keep this in mind when completing your application.

Explain your motivation for pursuing a leadership role with International ACAC, as well as why this position in particular. Highlight how your leadership experience and involvement with the organization make you a strong fit for the role.*

*If slated, your answer to this question will be shared during the voting period so members can learn more about you as a candidate.

Please respond in 2500 characters or less.

Drawing from your previous experience in volunteering and leadership, how have these roles equipped you with the skills and insights necessary for the Founding Regional Representative position? Please highlight your leadership philosophy and strategies for effectively managing and leading a volunteer committee, with a focus on communication, collaboration, and recognition. Additionally, share specific accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to build professional communities, mentor emerging leaders, and promote inclusive and culturally responsive practices—key responsibilities of this role.*

*If slated, your answer to this question will be shared during the voting period so members can learn more about you as a candidate.

Please respond in 2500 characters or less.

As a Founding Regional Representative for International ACAC, how would you outline your understanding of the role, including the priority areas you would focus on, your overall vision for the region, and the challenges you anticipate addressing? Additionally, what innovative solutions would you propose to strengthen all regional networks, enhance member engagement, and improve communication between members, the Council, and the Board, while acknowledging current practices or programs you find effective?*

*If slated, your answer to this question will be shared during the voting period so members can learn more about you as a candidate.

Please respond in 2500 characters or less.

As a Founding Regional Representative, advocacy for international students is central to International ACAC’s mission. Identify a critical issue in college admissions or international education that you would prioritize addressing in your region. Explain its significance, the potential impact on students and institutions, and how you would collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to drive meaningful change.*

*If slated, your answer to this question will be shared during the voting period so members can learn more about you as a candidate.

Please respond in 2500 characters or less.

Explain how you would use this position to advance International ACAC’s strategic plan by aligning your top three priorities with the organization’s three pillars: enhancing member experience globally, clarifying the international brand, and optimizing internal operations.*

*If slated, your answer to this question will be shared during the voting period so members can learn more about you as a candidate.

Please respond in 2500 characters or less.

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Time Commitment
International ACAC Regional Representatives meet a minimum of three times annually: Twice virtually and once in-person before the Annual Conference (including partial participation in the Board Retreat). Attendance at the Annual Conference is required. If unable to attend in person due to unforeseen circumstances, remote participation will be offered.

Will you be able to attend the 2026 International ACAC Annual Conference?

2026 International ACAC Annual Conference Information

The 2026 Annual Conference will be held at Carnegie Mellon University & University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. from July 14-16. As a Regional Representative, you would be expected to participate in a meeting with the Executive Board prior to the start of the conference. Future conferences will be held around the same time in July each year. 

NOTE: This information is only shared with the Governance and Nominating Committee and will not be shared with membership.

If you are able to attend, please type "N/A."

Do you anticipate a change in your country/region of residence in the coming year? If yes, please give us your thoughts on continuing or a succession plan to ensure regional stability on the next page.

NOTE: This information is kept confidential by the Governance and Nominating Committee.

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Time Commitment
International ACAC Regional Representatives meet a minimum of three times annually: Twice virtually and once in-person before the Annual Conference (including partial participation in the Board Retreat). Attendance at the Annual Conference is required. If unable to attend in person due to unforeseen circumstances, remote participation will be offered.

Please explain your plans to relocate to a different country or region. Of primary interest is whether the change may impact your eligibility and/or availability to serve on the Regional Council.

NOTE: This information is kept confidential by the Governance and Nominating Committee.

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Additional Application Materials

All candidates running for election to the Regional Council do so with the understanding that this is a volunteer position; however, they must be willing to commit multiple hours per week to the role. The number of hours will depend on the specific position. There will be times of the year when the time commitment is much less and times when more support is required. It is important for the candidate to have both the understanding and support of their supervisor and institution.

Please complete the Institutional Support Agreement and upload the signed copy here.

If you are unable to upload the form here, you may email it to PT_Wilson@internationalacac.org. Please ensure your full contact information is included.

20MB max

Please upload your CV or resume here.

If you are unable to upload the document here, you may email it to PT_Wilson@internationalacac.org. Please ensure your full contact information is included.

20MB max

Please upload your video below.

GUIDANCE for the short candidacy video

  1. Video should not be more than 80 seconds long (video will be cut if it exceeds 80 seconds).
  2. Please use your phone camera and make sure it is VERTICAL (portrait mode) when recording.
  3. Please answer the following questions: 
    • Why do you want to serve as a Founding Regional Representative, and how does this role align with your goals in international education?
    • How do you define effective volunteer leadership? Share examples of how you’ve fostered inclusion or mentorship in cross-cultural teams.
  4. Please include a link to your video below, or email the video file to PT_Wilson@internationalacac.org by August 14, 2025.

*If slated, your video will be shared during the voting period so members can learn more about you as a candidate.

Your application is not complete until your video is received.

Confirm Submission

You are about to submit your application for the Regional Council.

Before you submit: be sure to review your application carefully to ensure all questions are answered completely. Once you submit this form, you will no longer be able to make changes.

An application will only be considered complete if all information is received by August 14, 2025, 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

A complete application includes the following:

  • Completed application form (this form)
  • CV/Resume (either uploaded here or emailed)
  • Institutional Support Agreement (either uploaded here or emailed)
  • 60-80 second video (either uploaded here or emailed)

If you have trouble uploading any of the required documents, please email them to PT_Wilson@internationalacac.org.