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2025 MIACADA CONFERENCE

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY  |  EAST LANSING, MI  |  MAY 9, 2025


Welcome! Past, Present, and Future: Reflecting on where we've been, where we are, and where we're going in order to effectively support our students. Academic advisors strive to assist students in achieving their goals while addressing the many challenges that they face. This year's conference will celebrate the holistic work we already do, while striving to create further positive connections to and for students in the future. We look forward to welcoming you to East Lansing, the founding place and home of the very first MIACADA conference. Happy 20th anniversary!

- Andrew Murray & Liz Springer, Conference Co-Chairs

Thank You to Our Sponsors! We extend our gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support. Your contributions play a vital role in making this event a success, supporting collaboration and growth within our advising community. 


REGISTRATION  |  NOW OPEN!


MIACADA MEMBER PRICING: 

    • Early Bird Price (last day March 31, 2025) - $70.00
    • Price Starting April 1, 2025 - $90.00


NON-MEMBER PRICING: 

    • Early Bird Price (last day March 31, 2025) - $90.00
    • Price Starting April 1, 2025 - $100.00

Interested in becoming a MIACADA Member? Join now HERE.


REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE HERE.

NETWORKING NIGHT  |  Thursday, May 8, 2025


What would homecoming be without a tailgate?! 

Put on your school swag and join us on the evening of Thursday, May 8, 2025 for the MIACADA 2025 Networking Night on MSU's campus!

(Specific campus location TBA)


We are excited to bring folks together for games, ice cream, and connection with our colleagues as we celebrate the past present and future of our work!


MIACADA MENTORING PROGRAM

The MIACADA Mentoring Program is a way for advising professionals to become connected with and provide guidance to a mentee who is new to the advising profession. This program is designed for anyone who is looking to network, gain professional development, build skills as a mentor, and share their knowledge of advising best practices with new advising professionals. Mentors must have at least 5 years of advising/higher education experience. All applicants must be current MIACADA members.

For more information or if interested in signing up:

  • 2025 Mentor Survey Link HERE
  • 2025 Mentee Survey Link HERE

LODGING  


Hotel rooms are available at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center and also the Marriott East Lansing - ask for the MIACADA room block.

Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center

219 S. Harrison Rd.

East Lansing, MI 48824

800-875-5090

  • $129-$169 per night depending on room style
  • Hotel information HERE
  • 1) Click "Book Now", 2) Click "Add code", 3) Select "Group Rate", 4) Type code: 2505MICHIG


Marriott East Lansing at University Place

300 Mac Ave.

East Lansing, MI 48823

888-861-8331

  • $169 per night
  • Hotel information HERE
  • Booking code coming soon!
TRANSPORTATION 


The annual conference will be held at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center on the campus of Michigan State University. For general driving directions to MSU, visit https://maps.msu.edu/drivingdirections.php. Attendees are encouraged to utilize GPS to help navigate construction in the East Lansing area.


Address:

Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center

219 S. Harrison Road

East Lansing, MI 48824


Complimentary parking available in the parking garage south of the hotel.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER  | Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea

Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea, known widely as Dr. Beverly, is director of the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential (or, MiLEAP), launched by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in December to enhance educational outcomes for Michiganders from preschool through postsecondary. With a notable career in education policy, Dr. Beverly has held key roles at various community colleges across the country, including Montgomery College, Virginia Peninsula Community College and Spokane Community College. Most recently, she served as president of Mott Community College (MCC) in Flint for nearly a decade, where she made history as the first MCC president to be named President Emeritus and the first female and first African American president in the college’s 100- year history. A nationally recognized figure, Dr. Beverly also served as president of the American Association for Women in Community Colleges and as a member of the American Association of Community Colleges Board of Directors. In 2023, she earned the title of CEO of the Year by the American Association of Community Colleges.


SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE | To Be Announced


More information coming soon.

PRESENTATION PROPOSAL SUBMISSION 


It is time to start thinking about your proposal ideas!

Academic advisors strive to assist students in achieving their goals while addressing the many challenges that they face. This year's conference will celebrate the holistic work we already do, while striving to create further positive connections to and for students in the future.


Proposals should include:

  • Name, Role, Institution
  • Presentation Title
  • 250-Word Abstract
  • 75-Word Short Description/Summary
  • 3 Key Takeaways from Your Session


Proposals are due February 28th!

Submit here: https://forms.gle/yKFfbVSYECNXmabG9


We look forward to hearing your perspective, knowledge, and expertise!


     

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