CommitteesAt the heart of our o rganization is the active involvement of each TACAC member. Together, we serve students and develop as admissions professionals. Click here to learn more about getting involved. We hope you will explore our committees and consider volunteering for either a committee or a program: Advocacy & Ethics The Advocacy and Ethics Committee exists to educate members on NACAC's Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission as well as keep membership informed of policies that affect our jobs as educators. We strive to ensure that higher education is available to all students and that policies and practices remain student-centered. Advancement Develop partnerships with companies and organizations to sponsor TACAC's programs and events. Works with Conference Planning's Exhibitor subcommittee. College Fairs Responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of college fairs at both the national and regional levels. National College Fairs are held in conjunction with NACAC in Austin, DFW and Houston. Regional Fairs are created by TACAC and are planned for San Antonio, El Paso, and the Rio Grande Valley. Communications/Marketing Keeps the membership informed about local and national concerns. Produces the TACAC newsletter and is responsible for all conference promotional materials, publications and social media. Manages the image and branding of the association. Conference Planning Develops, coordinates, and implements the annual spring conference. The conference planning committee includes several subcommittees. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access Assesses concerns and needs of underrepresented admission counselors, secondary counselors, and students. Develops program, such as Fellows, to meet those needs and build relations. Membership Recruits new members for TACAC and NACAC and works to sustain annual membership among current members. Professional Development Communicates with the membership regarding professional development topics and programs at local, state, and national levels. Hosts Drive-In Workshops and Webinars. Prepares programs for the annual conference. |