2026 International ACAC Conference Session Proposal Form

Universities and counselors alike are operating under increasing pressure with shifting student demand, policy uncertainty, limited resources, and growing expectations for personalized guidance. This session invites university representatives to rethink international recruitment through a more balanced, diversified partner model that supports both institutional teams and the counselors guiding students through an increasingly complex college search journey. Rather than relying on a single channel or overextending internal staff, participants will explore how a thoughtfully curated mix of third-party partners, including digital platforms, in-country support, peer advisors, marketing and engagement tools, and admissions workflow solutions, can reduce strain, improve student experience, and create more sustainable recruitment outcomes. The focus is not on adding more partners, but on choosing the right ones. Partners that complement institutional goals, respect counselor workloads, and meet students where they are during moments of uncertainty and decision-making.