NC Association of Colleges and Employers upcoming events

Central Meetup (Music Bingo) (April 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Central Region — Let’s Connect Before Conference!

Your Central Regional Reps are hosting TWO social events leading up to conference, and you’re invited! Join us for a fun, casual evening to network, reconnect, and build momentum before we gather together at conference.

The second event is:

Ponysaurus Brewing Co.

219 Hood Street, Durham, NC 27701

Music Bingo

Wednesday, April 8

7:00–9:00 PM

Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the region, we’d love to see you there. Come ready for great conversation, community, and a little friendly competition!

NCACE 2026 Conference (April 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

NCACE 2026 Conference Registration & Overview

At-A-Glance Conference Schedule

Conference Hotel Information

We have reached capacity for the 2026 conference. We encourage you to join the waitlist and will offer spots if they become available.

check out the NC A-List

We're excited to introduce the new NC A-List, an initiative designed for new members, first time conference attendees, and those seeking deeper engagement with NCACE at the conference.

To be part of the NC A-List, you must identify with at least one of the following:

a new NCACE member (member for less than 3 years)
a first-time attendee of the NCACE Conference

Please contact our Registration Team at conference@ncace.org with any conference questions!

Conference Accessibility Statement

NCACE is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes individuals of all abilities. Our goal is to ensure that our conference is accessible to everyone, recognizing that accessibility benefits individuals with visible or known disabilities, as well as those with non-obvious disabilities, chronic health conditions, and people of all ages and body types.

We encourage participants to help us create an inclusive environment by promoting understanding, respect, and consideration for the diverse needs of all attendees. If you have any specific requests or require assistance, please contact conference@ncace.org by April 14th to discuss how we can best support you. Together, we can ensure that everyone has an enriching and accessible conference experience.

2026 Conference Activity: Employer Visits (April 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Please note this event is only for NCACE conference attendees.

Join fellow NCACErs in visiting Charlotte employers! These visits are a great opportunity to network with recruiting team at the organizations, learn more about company culture and hiring opportunities.

2026 Operations Academy (July 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Elevate Your Career Center Expertise!

Limited Spaces Available - Apply by May 6th, 5pm! Accepted participants will be notified by May 13th

To apply, select, join the waitlist and complete the application. We'll let you know by May 13th of acceptance.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your career center skills.

Join the NCACE Operations Academy - a 2-day immersive experience for professionals at higher education career centers!

Who: Professionals currently employed at a career center of an institution of higher education (Not recommended for graduate assistants or staff with less than one year of professional experience).

Time Commitment:

Watch 3-4 pre-work videos, complete reflection worksheets based on self-arranged interviews, observations, and research (approx. 10 hours)
July 23rd & 24th | 8-4pm in person working sessions at UNC Chapel Hill, in Chapel Hill, NC

Explore Topics Like:

· Analyzing Your Positioning: Identify "pain points" and collaborative opportunities within your institution.

· Understanding Resource Allocation: Learn to maximize budget, human capital, and streamline operations for optimal efficiency.

· Strategic Planning - Micro/Macro Levels: Develop long-term growth strategies for your career center.

· Operationalizing Your Operation: Build processes, policies, and data-driven analytics for effective office management.

Format:

· Pre-work includes: watching 3-4 videos, completing reflection worksheets based on self-arranged interviews, observations, and research (approx. 10 hours).

· Two-day experience with team simulations, building a career center based on provided resources.

· "Choose your own adventure" simulation with real-time decision-making and group collaboration.

· Mini-scenarios for nimble thinking and adapting to unexpected situations.

Registration Includes: Morning coffee/tea, power snacks, lunch, and parking passes.

Registration Does Not Include: Dinner, lodging, and travel costs.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your career center skills.

Questions? Contact Steph Olson stephols@unc.edu