CALL FOR PROPOSALS
We invite you to submit a proposal to present at the 2025 ACC Conference, where faculty, staff, and administrators from community colleges across the state will explore ideas and share insights. Help us Innovate, Inspire, and Explore the future of higher education by presenting a breakout session.
Why Present at ACC 2025?
· Showcase your expertise to a diverse audience.
· Gain experience speaking in a comfortable setting and build your resume.
· Network with professionals in your field.
· Contribute to the advancement of education and professional development.
Submission Details:
· Submit by May 1, 2025.
· Sessions will be 45-minutes each.
· Sessions will be held Monday, October 13, from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., and Tuesday, October 14, from 8 - 10am.
· You will be notified if your proposal has been selected by June 1, 2025.
· Presenters will be notified of their presentation date/time by September 1, 2025.
· Presenters must register and pay to attend by September 15, 2025.
Please Note: Corporate entities/private individuals are not eligible to present unless they have purchased a Platinum or Gold sponsor package. Proposals submitted by individuals not employed by an Arkansas community college or one of its partners will not be considered. Please utilize your professional email address when submitting your proposal.
Focus Areas:
· Artificial Intelligence (e.g., predictive AI, robotics, automation, generative AI)
· CTE & Workforce (e.g., apprenticeships, partnerships, data and tracking)
· Emerging Leaders (e.g., managing people, paths to leadership, effective leadership)
· Future of Higher Education (e.g., new regulations, changes in accreditation, strategic planning)
· Special Interest (e.g., crisis management, student organizations, athletics)
· Student Services (e.g., grant success stories, removing barriers, basic needs)
· Support Staff (e.g., difficult conversations, Microsoft tips/tricks, customer service skills)
· Teaching & Learning (e.g., classroom management, online learning, best practices)
Tips for a Successful Submission:
· Think of the audience. Our conference attracts attendees from all community college disciplines and departments. Your proposal is more likely to be accepted if it has broad appeal and application.
· Get creative. Your session title should grab attendees’ attention. Get creative and have fun with the 7-word limit.
· Get specific. Your session description should clearly tell your audience what they can expect and what they will gain from attending the session in fewer than 100 words.
Join us as we Innovate, Inspire, and Explore the future of higher education.
Questions? Email: ksmith@arkansascc.org