The 54th Annual Meeting will be held on December 7-9, 2025 in Wilmington, NC at the Hotel Ballast!  

The CACRAO Annual Meeting offers members the chance to come together and share innovative ideas and approaches for promoting post-secondary education throughout North and South Carolina. Annual Meetings feature influential guest speakers discussing important topics in the industry, as well as recognition for outstanding Association members who have contributed to the success and growth of CACRAO.

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CACRAO is moving higher education forward with this year’s theme:
CACRAO-opoly: The Carolinas Edition – Roll the Dice, Pass Go, and Move Higher Education Forward

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Registration will close on November 21, 2025
Schedule for the Annual Meeting

Call for Session Proposals - Closed

Thank you to everyone who submitted a session proposal for the 2025 CACRAO Annual Meeting!

We received a strong lineup of innovative and engaging proposals that reflect the dedication and expertise of our members across the Carolinas. 

Here's a preview of some of the sessions you'll be able to attend:
- Data-Driven Territory Management
- The Magic of Team Building
- The Graduation Communications Journey
- Fostering a Strong Student Ambassador Program: Do's & Don'ts
- Timely, Flexible, Human: Reimagining the Transfer Communication Plan

Hotel Information

Hotel Ballast

CACRAO Group Rate:
$139.00 per night plus taxes for historic view.
$159.00 per night plus taxes for river view.
Additional fee includes a $22.00 parking fee a day

Reserve your room by Monday, November 10, 2025 to receive the CACRAO group rate.

Reservation dates are valid through Friday, December 5 - Monday, December 8, 2025.

Service Project

This year CACRAO is partnering with Plastic Ocean Project!

Plastic Ocean Project is a youth-led non-profit based of Wilmington, North Carolina. Their mission is to attain science-based solutions to the plastic pollution crisis that inspire all to make informed choices to imrpove human and environmental health.

Plastic Ocean Project Cleanup: Due to inclement weather, the park cleanup has been cancelled.

You can support the Plastic Ocean Project by donating any of the following items:

  • Kitchen supplies (dish soap, hand towels, natural sponges, paper towels)
  • Dish-drying rack
  • Garbage bags
  • Plastic bins (various sizes)
  • Nitrile gloves
  • Toilet paper
  • Printer paper & cardstock
  • HP 305A toner cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
  • Eco-friendly dishwashing brush

Cape Fear Community College Meet & Greet

Join us for an optional Meet & Greet with Cape Fear Community College! This is a great opportunity to connect with the CFCC team, learn more about the incredible work they’re doing in Wilmington, and enjoy relaxed conversation in a beautiful space.

Date & Time: Saturday, December 6th 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Wilson Center, Cape Fear Community College (703 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401)

Heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided. Lobby doors will open at 6:00 PM for our event. It’s about an 8-minute walk from Hotel Ballast. 

Please complete this form if you plan to attend!

Corporate Partner Information

2025 Corporate Partner Registration and Sponsorship Information

Thank you to our Corporate Partners and Sponsors for attending and sponsoring the Annual Meeting!

Corporate Partners Corporate Sponsors
Atlas Flags, Inc.  Andrews Business Services
EdVisorly  Cambridge International Education
Geneologie  The Common App
Sallie Mae  Coursedog
   The Grad Team
   Parchment by Instructure
   StriveScan

 

 

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