Midwest ACE Webinars
Midwest ACE places education and knowledge at the forefront of member benefits. Not only do our members receive opportunities to boost their skill sets and those of their team during the Regional ACE webinars, they can show off their knowledge of the industry during one of Midwest ACE's webinars.
The Midwest ACE Professional Development Committee is devoted to providing members with information that impacts their industry. In order to share the value of Midwest ACE with industry leaders and prospective members, webinars will be available to both members and non-members. Members can register to attend for free and non-members will be charged a $30 fee.
Are you interested in presenting a webinar to MWACE membership?
Upcoming Webinars
Career Treks: Helping Students Build Bridges with Employers, Alumni, and Cities
Thursday, June 4, 12:00 - 1:00 PM CDT, via Zoom
Presented by Phoebe Richards and Karl Aldrich
Career Treks are an increasingly impactful way for colleges and universities to connect students with employers, alumni, and professional communities through immersive career exploration experiences. This webinar will explore how Career Trek programs can strengthen employer partnerships, expand student access to industries and cities, and support meaningful career readiness outcomes.
Participants will learn about the key components of developing and implementing a successful Career Trek program, including planning timelines, student onboarding and accountability, employer engagement, logistics coordination, and assessment of learning outcomes. The session will also highlight the mutual benefits Career Treks provide to students, employers, and institutions alike.
By the end of the webinar, participants will:
- Develop a stronger understanding of the purpose and structure of Career Trek programs.
- Learn how employer participation in Career Treks can strengthen institutional partnerships and talent pipelines.
- Gain practical strategies for implementing and managing a Career Trek program that supports student career exploration and professional development.
FREE for Midwest ACE Members, $30 for Non-Members
Save your spot today and discover how competition can be a powerful pathway from campus to career.
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From Concept to Closet: How Universities Are Advancing Career Readiness Through Professional Attire Programs
Tuesday, July 14, 12:00 - 1:00 PM CDT, via Zoom
Join us on July 14th from 12:00–1:00 PM CDT for From Concept to Closet: How Universities Are Advancing Career Readiness Through Professional Attire Programs, a dynamic panel discussion highlighting how institutions are using career clothing closets to remove barriers and empower student success.
Professional attire closets are a low-lift, high-impact solution that provide students with access to workplace-ready clothing—often at little to no cost. In this session, you’ll hear from representatives across multiple institutions as they share how their programs were launched, sustained, and scaled to meet student needs. From sustainability efforts to community partnerships, discover how these initiatives are shaping equitable access to career opportunities.
What you’ll gain:
- An overview of university-based professional clothing closets and how they operate
- Insight into how attire access supports student confidence, equity, and career readiness
- Connections between professional attire initiatives and the National Association of Colleges and Employers(NACE) Career Competencies
- Strategies for how employers, alumni, and campus partners can support and collaborate on these efforts
Featured Panelists:
- Shelby Schroeder, Washington University in St. Louis
- Robin Bourjaily, MA – Grinnell College
- Nancy Inkertsiah – Roosevelt University
- Morgan Vibbert, MA, LPCC-S – Ohio State University
- Corrin Molczyk – Washington University in St. Louis
Whether you’re building a new initiative or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide practical insights and inspiration to help ensure all students are equipped for success.
Register today to learn how a simple concept can make a lasting impact—from closet to career.
FREE for Midwest ACE Members, $30 for Non-Members
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