About NACADA

NACADA promotes and supports quality academic advising in institutions of higher education to enhance the educational development of students. NACADA provides a forum for discussion, debate, and the exchange of ideas pertaining to academic advising through numerous activities and publications. NACADA also serves as an advocate for effective academic advising by providing a Consulting and Speaker Service  and funding for Research related to academic advising.

Our Vision and Mission

NACADA Vision

Recognizing that effective academic advising is at the core of student success, NACADA aspires to be the premier global association for the development and dissemination of innovative theory, research, and practice of academic advising in higher education.

NACADA Mission

NACADA promotes student success by advancing the field of academic advising globally. We provide opportunities for professional development, networking, and leadership for our diverse membership.

NACADA Strategic Goals

Expand and communicate the scholarship of academic advising
Provide professional development opportunities that are responsive to the needs of advisors and advising administrators
Promote the role of effective academic advising in student success to college and university decision makers
Foster inclusive practices within the Association that respect the principle of equity and the diversity of advising professionals across the vast array of intersections of identity
Develop and sustain effective Association leadership
Engage in ongoing assessment of all facets of the Association
Expand the use of innovative technology tools and resources to support the work of the Association

Establishing the Association

The 1960s, with its record number of students, and the 1970s with its increased enrollment of diverse populations of students were decades of increased student demand for individualized attention.

New Attendee Information
Congratulations on your first NACADA Annual Conference. Each year, over 3,000 diverse groups of professionals to include advisors, administrators, faculty, counselors, career development specialists, researchers, graduate students and others connected to the field of advising, gather to network, learn, and search for ways to enhance student success. This conference will help you:

Grow professionally in the field of academic advising
Keep up-to-date on best practices and ideas
Gain new information and perspectives from colleagues
Form new relationships with others in the field
Build or maintain existing relationships

2019 NACADA Annual Conference Exhibits

Where will you find 3,500-4,000 advising professionals in one place, eager to learn about your products and services? At the yearly gathering of the most influential audience in academic advising the 43rd Annual Conference of NACADA:

The Global Community for Academic Advising in Louisville, KY! Faculty advisors, academic advisors, administrators, and other key decision makers attend the NACADA Annual Conference not only for professional development, but to buy products ranging from instructional software to student service resources. They want to know what you can offer to help them become better advisors.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Heighten your company's visibility by sponsoring or co-sponsoring special events, meal functions, refreshment breaks, or logoed items at NACADA's Annual Conference. Sponsorships are available for at the Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels.

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