Career Development

ACPA27 in Toronto is about returning to the heart of what we do. Guided by the value of being Connected by Purpose, this convention will leverage the incredible diversity of our host city to bring the international higher education community together in meaningful, intentional, and career-shaping ways.

In Toronto, attendees will have the opportunity to reconnect with their mission, their peers, and the experiences that drive student success. Career development is central to that work. As the field continues to evolve, so do the ways we define professional growth, fulfillment, wellness, and career advancement. ACPA27 will create space for attendees to reflect on where they are, explore where they want to go and how to get there, and consider how their individual roles contribute to a collective movement shaping the future of higher education.

Throughout the convention, attendees will engage in career-focused programming designed to support practical learning, professional clarity, and intentional connections. These opportunities will help attendees strengthen their skills, expand their networks, and better articulate their goals, expertise, and professional values. Because career growth is rarely a direct line—and honestly, most of us stopped pretending it was a while ago—ACPA27 will offer multiple ways for attendees to explore what meaningful career development and advancement looks like for them.

Attendees can expect opportunities to:

  • Build practical skills through focused Micro Learning Sessions that offer timely, actionable insights in a concise format
  • Sign up for Career Chats that provide space for personalized conversations, guidance, and connection
  • Cultivate enhanced self-awareness and professional insight through reflection, networking, and community building
  • Align personal values and career goals with professional direction and purpose
  • Boldly articulate their professional values, expertise, and aspirations
  • Connect with peers, colleagues, and experienced professionals across the international higher education community

A primary focus for the ACPA27 Career Development and Advancement team is to develop an experience for attendees so they leave Toronto with renewed focus, stronger connections, and a clearer sense of how to continue their meaningful, purpose-driven careers in intentional ways.

Whether attendees are early in their career, navigating career growth, growing into leadership, or taking time to reassess their next steps, ACPA27 will offer space to learn, connect, and move forward with clarity and purpose.

We hope you’ll join us in Toronto to experience it together.