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2026 International ACAC Conference Session Proposal Form

February 12, 2026

Accidental Fraud: When Good Intentions Go Wrong in Admissions

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM–4:00 PM EDT
*CUC McConomy
Session Description

This session explores the often-overlooked gray area of unintentional fraud in global admissions — when omissions, outdated information, or well-intentioned advocacy result in material misrepresentation. Using real examples such as failing to disclose prior school attendance or disciplinary history, not updating school profiles, or reporting inflated extracurricular involvement, we will examine how these situations arise and why they persist. Participants will discuss shared responsibility among students, counselors, and universities and leave with practical strategies to promote transparency and protect the integrity of the admissions process.

Lead Presenter

Katie Korhonen, New York University

Additional Presenters

Ruby Bhattacharya, Barnard College
Chris Payne, Collingwood School
Christopher Moses, Independent Member
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