Joining CACRAO offers members a wealth of opportunities for professional growth and networking. Once your college or university joins CACRAO, you and your colleagues can take advantage of benefits that include:
Connect with professionals from nearby colleges with similar student populations.
Expand your support network.
Build relationships with regional (SACRAO) and national (AACRAO) parent association members for added insight into education efforts and practices beyond the Carolinas.
Learn from the achievements of other colleges and universities and develop your own strategies for success.
Benefit from the experience and guidance of seasoned CACRAO members through CACRAO mentorships.
Remain current on industry and best practices trends.
Develop your presentation skills.
Access inexpensive, close-to-home, regionally-tailored, high quality professional development opportunities (Annual Meeting, Admissions Newcomer Workshop, Registrar’s Summit, Support Staff Workshops).
Assume leadership roles that can enhance your professional and personal aspirations.
Take advantage of valuable programs to reach out to prospective students (NC and SC Educational Opportunity Programs) and secondary school counselors (NC and SC School Counselor) in key markets.