• 2026 Student Development Institute

    We invite you and your student staff to join us for this unique student-driven experience, including educational sessions, networking opportunities, campus visits, a keynote speaker, and so much more! See website below for more information and to register.

  • Connection Group: Parenting Professionals

    The Parenting Professionals Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who identify as parents and/or guardians outside of the workplace. The purpose of this group is to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and support one another regarding experiences directly related to being a parent and/or guardian while working in higher education. Connection Groups…

    Free
  • Connection Group: LGBTQ+

    The LGBTQ+ Connection Group is for visit and event professionals who identify as LGBTQ+ to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and support one another regarding experiences and/or issues in the higher education field. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional…

    Free
  • Connection Groups: HBCU Representatives

    The HBCU Representatives Connection Group is for visit and event professionals employed at a Historically Black College and/or University to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and support one another regarding experiences directly related to HBCUs. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal…

    Free
  • Connection Group: Academic Colleges & Departments

    The Academic & College Specific Connection Group is for visit and event professionals whose primary job/role is located within an academic college, unit, or school at their institution. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and professional level. There is no limit to…

    Free
  • Engaging the Next Generation: Best Practices for Student Tour Ambassadors

    Student tour ambassadors are often the first connection prospective students make with your campus. As expectations shift, ambassadors must deliver authentic, engaging, and inclusive experiences. This session highlights practical strategies for training and supporting ambassadors, strengthening storytelling, and building meaningful connections with diverse audiences. Whether you’re enhancing an established program or creating a new one,…

    Free
  • Connection Group: Event Planners

    The Event Planners Connection Group is for event professionals who do not oversee visit programs or tour guides to share information, engage in thoughtful discussions, and exchange resources related to event planning in higher education. Connection Groups are an additional space for CIVSA members to connect and support one another on both a personal and…

    Free
  • Connection Group: New to the Profession

    The New to the Profession Connection Group is for visit and event professionals with less than 1.5 years in their current role. This group may also be of value to CIVSA members who have a higher education background but are new to visits and events, and/or entering a new role in visits and events. Connection…

    Free
  • Region III January Chat: Tour Guide Engagement

    Join the Region III Leadership team for a casual chat focused on tour guide/campus ambassador/student worker engagement. We’ll share ideas, challenges, and best practices for motivating, developing, and retaining our student workers/volunteers. Bring your questions, your successes, and your curiosity as we learn from one another and strengthen the campus visit experience together. Register using…

    Free
  • Region V Regional Event – Vanderbilt University

    Vanderbilt University 2201 W End Ave, Nashville, TN, United States

    Join the Vanderbilt Commodores in the Music City for a CIVSA Regional Event! Vanderbilt will take you across campus and behind the curtain of their visit program and discuss the variety of intentional programming for various student populations. Tentative Schedule 8-9 a.m. - Arrival & Breakfast 9-10 a.m. - Admissions Student Groups & Student Programming…

    Free