ASACCU 2025 Annual Conference
ASACCU 2025 at St. John's University
Tuesday, June 24, to Friday, June 27, 2025
St. John’s University warmly welcomes the Association of Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities (ASACCU) 2025 Conference.
ASACCU provides our collective institutional communities an opportunity to come together to renew ourselves personally and professionally, share knowledge, and strengthen our Catholic identity, mission, and vision.
Why You Should Attend ASACCU 2025
- Make connections and share ideas with colleagues at Catholic colleges and universities from across the United States.
- Hear from the nation’s leading experts about viewpoints, processes and techniques that can further your institution’s student development goals.
- Experience the city that never sleeps: New York City and all of its attractions.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact us at conference@asaccu.org.
Registration
| Registration Category | Rate |
|---|---|
| Overnight Registration (ends on May 30, 2025) | $900 |
| Commuter Registration (ends on May 30, 2025) | $750 |
| Single-Day Registration (available only June 1-6, 2025) | $375 |
| Registration Category | Rate |
|---|---|
| Preconference Workshop Early Arrival (Monday) | $120 |
| Preconference Workshop Same-Day Arrival | $60 |
What if I am registered but am no longer able to attend?
Full refunds will be provided up to 30 days prior to the start of the conference (May 24, 2025). Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds past this date due to incurred costs.
Preliminary Agenda
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Pre-conference Morning Program, “Catholic Higher Education” (for pre-conference registrants only), St. Augustine Hall, Room 2-145
- 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. - Pre-conference Lunch (for pre-conference registrants only), Montgoris Dining Hall
- 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. - Pre-conference Afternoon Program, “Constructive Dialogue in Catholic Higher Education” (for pre-conference registrants only), St. Augustine Hall, Room 2-145
- 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. - New ASACCU Attendee Orientation (optional)
- 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Opening Liturgy, St. Thomas More Church
- 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Opening Reception Cocktail Hour, St. Vincent Health Science Center Atrium
- 7:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Opening Dinner, D'Angelo Center, Ballroom 416 ABC
- 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. - Late Night Hospitality, Residence Village Quad (Janetschek Hall)
- 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. - Breakfast
- 9 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. - Welcome and Announcements
- 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. - Keynote Address
- 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Refreshment Break
- 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. - Breakout Session #1
- 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Networking Lunch
- 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. - Breakout Session #2
- 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Research Posters & Vendor Showcase
- 4 p.m. to (varies) - Night on the Town
- 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. - Late Night Hospitality
- 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. - Breakfast
- 9 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. - Welcome and Announcements
- 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. - Catholic Higher Education Panel
- 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. - Refreshment Break
- 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Breakout Session #3
- 12:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. - ASACCU Business Lunch and Mission Integration Awards
- 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Breakout Session #4
- 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Closing Liturgy
- 5:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Taste of New York & Late Night Hospitality
- 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Continental Breakfast & Check-out
See you at ASACCU 2026!
Additional Opportunities
- Morning Fitness Walk/ Yoga Class (daily)
- Morning Mass (daily)
- Mission Walking Tour (on-campus)
- Center for Student Success/Academic Support Tour
- Residence Village Area Tour
- St. Thomas More Church Tour
- St. Vincent Health Sciences Center Tour
Preconference Workshop
Guest Presenter: Peter K. Fay, Ph.D.
Villanova University Ethics Department Website Biography
Peter K. Fay received his Ph.D. in theological ethics from Boston College. His interdisciplinary research draws from the natural and social sciences, personal narratives, classical and contemporary interpretations of the good life, Catholic social teaching, Scripture, and Thomistic virtue ethics to explore the possibility and contours of the flourishing and virtuous agency of people with schizophrenia in the United States. His research has been supported with grants from the Boston College Center for Human Rights and International Justice and Ernest Fortin Memorial Foundation. Prior to joining Villanova University’s Ethics Department as a Catherine of Siena Teaching Scholar, he taught Christian theology and ethics in the Department of Religious Studies at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts and United States History and World History at Digital Harbor High School in Baltimore, Maryland through Teach For America. His teaching in Catholic and Christian theology and ethics has been recognized by the Boston College Center for Teaching Excellence’s Donald J. White Teaching Excellence Award and the Boston College Woods College of Advancing Studies Dean of Summer Session Teaching Fellowship. His work as a scholar, teacher, and colleague is committed to mining and developing the contributions that Catholic and Christian theology and ethics can make to the academy, Church, and world.
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Catholic Higher Education
The morning session will take an in-depth look at the characteristics of Catholic higher education and answer these questions for participants:
- What is Catholic Higher Education?
- What difference does Catholicism make for higher education?
- In what ways can and do Student Affairs professionals contribute to the mission of Catholic higher education?
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.: Lunch
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Constructive Dialogue in Catholic Higher Education
The afternoon session will examine the following:
- What is constructive dialogue?
- How and why might the Catholic tradition support it?
- How and why might Catholic colleges and universities be enriched by it?
- How might the work of the Constructive Dialogue Institute equip student affairs professionals at Catholic colleges and universities to better promote healthier dialogue on their campuses?, etc.)
Recruit, Prepare, Mentor and Support: The Vocation of Student Affairs
The theme of this year’s conference is “Recruit, Prepare, Mentor and Support: The Vocation of Student Affairs as a Profession.” Vital to our work as student affairs professionals within Catholic colleges and universities is the mission of helping students succeed and enriching their lives. It’s centered on helping others. It’s a calling. We welcome you to consider how being a professional in student affairs is more than just a career, but a vocation, and how this shows up in the work you do every day.
Overnight Registration
Overnight accommodations will take place in Janetschek Hall.
Overnight registration includes:
- Housing from Tuesday to Friday, June 24-27, with checkout by noon on Friday, June 27.
- Rooms are suite-style housing with a series of bedrooms and one or two bathrooms (depending on the size of the suite).
- Bath towel, hand towel, wash cloth, bed sheets, blanket, pillow, and pillowcase are provided if you are staying on campus.
- Attendance for all keynote and general sessions.
- All meals, beginning with opening cocktail hour and reception on Tuesday, June 24 and ending with continental breakfast on Friday, June 27. Wednesday, June 25 is the Night on the Town, and attendees are on their own for dinner. Additional entertainment options are available ala carte and some include refreshments.
Janetschek Hall features:
- Wireless internet access
- Minifridge in each suite
- Lounges on every floor
- Laundry (free) in basement
Bedrooms include:
- Standard twin-size bed with mattress, desk, dresser, and closets
- HVAC cooling unit per room with individual temperature controls
Commuter Registration
Commuter registration includes:
- All keynote and general sessions.
- Meals, beginning with opening cocktail hour and reception on Tuesday, June 24 and ending with the closing event on Thursday, June 26. Wednesday, June 25 is the Night on the Town, and attendees are on their own for dinner. Additional entertainment options are available ala carte and some include refreshments.
One-Day Registration
One-Day registration includes:
- Keynote and general sessions on either Wednesday, June 25 or Thursday, June 26
- Day-of meals: Breakfast and lunch for Wednesday attendees; breakfast, lunch, and closing event refreshments for Thursday attendees.
Pre-Conference Registration
We are pleased to offer a pre-conference experience on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Conference attendees will be able to attend learning sessions focused on adding tools to your professional toolkit to continue to support the learning, belonging, and engagement of college students in our communities.
Register for the pre-conference with your conference registration.
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St. John's Campus
The park-like Queens campus is readily accessible by car, bus, subway, or air. Located between JFK and LaGuardia Airports, the campus is just off the Grand Central Parkway, which connects Nassau and Suffolk Counties to Queens, Manhattan, and upstate New York.
Address:
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8000 Utopia Parkway
Queens, NY 11439
718-990-2000
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Keynote Speaker: Mary Dana Hinton, Ph.D.
Mary Dana Hinton, Ph.D. is the 13th president of Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia, and President Emerita of the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota. An active and respected proponent of the liberal arts, her leadership reflects a deep and abiding commitment to educational equity and the education of women.
Hinton earned a Ph.D. in religion and religious education with high honors from Fordham University, a Master of Arts degree in clinical child psychology from the University of Kansas, Lawrence, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Williams College. She is the recipient of the Bicentennial Medal from Williams College and honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degrees from Misericordia University, the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, and Mount Saint Mary’s University. In 2021, Hinton was elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, an organization established more than 240 years ago by the nation’s founders to honor exceptionally accomplished individuals and engage them in advancing the public good.
Hinton’s scholarship focuses on higher education leadership, strategic planning, and inclusion in higher education. Her new book, Leading from the Margins: College Leadership from Unexpected Places, was published by Johns Hopkins University Press in February 2024. Her next book, Where Love Leads, is forthcoming. She is also the author of The Commercial Church: Black Churches and the New Religious Marketplace in America and a frequent op-ed contributor across higher education publications.
Hinton is a member of the board of directors for the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities where she serves as chair, Interfaith America, American Association of Colleges and Universities, The Teagle Foundation, and the board of trustees at Mount Saint Mary’s University Los Angeles.
Panel Discussion: Current Issues in Catholic Higher Education
Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services
Seton Hall University
Monica Burnette, Ph.D., is the Vice President of Student Services. In her role, she manages five main areas in the Division of Student Services - Academic Success, Campus Inclusion & Community, Student Engagement, Student Wellness & Support, and Public Safety & Security. She also serves as the Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee and Council for Student Success. Monica has co-authored major federal (TRIO- Student Support Services) and state (Opportunity Meets Innovation & NJ Career Accelerator) grants, awarding Seton Hall over $2.7M. She is an adjunct faculty member in the College of Human Development, Culture & Media, mentoring and teaching in areas of survey research and research methods in administration.
She received her B.S. in human development from the University of California, Davis, her M.A. in Postsecondary and Higher Education from Columbia University - Teachers College, and her Ph.D. in higher education leadership and management from Seton Hall University. She was born and raised in San Francisco, CA.
Andre McKenzie, Ed.D.
Vice Provost (Retired)
St. John’s University
Prior to his retirement in June of last year, for nearly 38 years Dr. André McKenzie served in a number of leadership roles as a student affairs and academic affairs administrator here at St. John’s University. These roles included Vice Provost for Academic Support Services & Faculty Development, Interim Dean, Interim Chief Diversity Officer, Associate Vice President for Student Advising & Retention, Director – Higher Education Opportunity Program, and Associate Dean of Student Development. He also served as an adjunct associate professor teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.
In addition, Dr. McKenzie is a co-founder and board member of the Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy (BELA), a STEM-focused all-girls charter high school in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. He also serves on the boards of St. John’s Bread & Life, St. Francis Prep High School, the Black Coalition for Housing, and Nalane Green Solutions. Dr. McKenzie received BS and MS degrees from Illinois State University and an M.Ed. and Doctor of Education degrees from Teachers College Columbia University.
Elizabeth Ortiz, Ed.D.
Vice President for Institutional Diversity and Equity (Retired)
DePaul University
Elizabeth Ortiz's professional experience spans more than 35 years in public and private higher education. Throughout her extensive career, she has worked with educators, policy leaders, and community representatives committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education. Before her retirement on June 30, 2023, Dr. Ortiz served as the vice president of Institutional Diversity and Equity at DePaul University for twenty-one years. She was a pioneer in the DEI field, and she spearheaded policies, programs, and initiatives locally and nationally to increase the access and success of underrepresented students, faculty, and staff. Prior to her work at DePaul University, she was the director of Affirmative Action and Diversity Resources at Northern Illinois University and Director of Hispanic Programs at Chicago State University.
Dr. Ortiz has worked extensively on building institutional capacity to address structural racism in higher education. She was one of the contributing authors of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education's (NADOHE) Framework to Advancing Anti-Racism Strategy on Campus. Dr. Ortiz currently serves on the board of Niagara University, is one of the founders of the Consortium of Senior Diversity Officers in Higher Catholic Higher Education and has served on the Public Policy Committee of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE) since 2012 to present. She also served as the past president of the Illinois Latino Council on Higher Education (ILACHE) from 2000 to 2012.
Dr. Ortiz participated as a 2015 American Council of Education Fellow and a 2019 Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) Liderazgo Fellow. She has been awarded numerous awards for her service, including the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Excellence in Leadership Honor for Educational Change, 2013/2014, Illinois Commission on Diversity and Human Relations, Most Powerful and Influential Woman of Illinois, National Diversity Council, 2010, YWCA Women of Distinction, 2008 and was named in the “Who’s Who in Hispanic Chicago” List in the Education Category in 2014, 2015, and 2019. Dr. Ortiz has a bachelor’s in business management from Calumet College of St. Joseph’s, a master’s in leadership and policy Studies, and a doctorate in counseling and higher education from Northern Illinois University.
Night on the Town Programs
Join us on Wednesday, June 25 for ASSACU’s Night on the Town. Night on the Town is an optional ASACCU community-building tradition. The host institution showcases the best of its location by taking participants off campus to a fun location, events, etc. This year, the St. John’s University will provide conference attendees with three opportunities to explore the Big Apple, New York City, priced ala carte, to compliment your conference experience.
Broadway Night in the City: Wicked
Includes: Show ticket, transportation to and from Manhattan
Departs: St. John’s University at 4 p.m.
Arrives: By 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $100
Guests will be encouraged to find dinner near the theater. Show starts at 7 p.m. Return to campus by 11 p.m. Step into the magical world of Oz and witness the untold story of the Witches of the West like never before! Fresh off its incredible movie debut, Wicked promises an amazing experience. Join us for a night of unforgettable music, breathtaking performances, and enchanting storytelling as we explore the themes of friendship, love, and the pursuit of doing good. Sing along to showstoppers like Defying Gravity and be moved by the soaring ballad For Good. Don’t miss this opportunity to be dazzled by one of Broadway’s most beloved shows!
Skyline Dinner Cruise in NYC
Includes: Dinner and a cruise with complimentary drink ticket, transportation to and from World’s Fair Marina.
Boarding starts at 6:30 p.m.
Return to campus by 12 a.m.
Cost: $70
Set sail for an unforgettable evening aboard the Skyline Princess! Departing from St. John’s University at 5:15 p.m., this luxurious dinner cruise from the World’s Fair Marina promises an enchanting night filled with elegance, relaxation, and breathtaking views. Enjoy a delectable dinner paired with a complimentary drink ticket, with additional options available at the cash bar. As the yacht glides through New York Harbor, marvel at iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the glittering city skyline from the comfort of the enclosed rooftop deck. This experience offers a perspective of NYC you’ll never forget. Don’t miss your chance to see NYC’s landmarks with us — reserve your spot today!
Play Ball! New York Mets vs. Atlanta Braves
Includes: Game ticket (with a $30 food voucher), transportation to and from Citi Field.
Departs: St. John’s University at 5:30 p.m.
Game starts at 7:10 p.m.
Return to campus by 11 p.m.
Cost: $100
Batter up! Join us at Citi Field for an electrifying game as the New York Mets take on National League Eastern Division rival, the Atlanta Braves. Feel the energy of the crowd, savor classic ballpark snacks, and cheer on the Mets in what promises to be an unforgettable evening. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the game, this is your chance to experience the thrill of Major League Baseball at its finest. Grab your tickets and get ready for an exciting night at the ballpark between two heated rivals!
Become a Sponsor
ASACCU was founded in 1999 by a group of student affairs practitioners in Catholic higher education who sought to foster community and communication among student affairs professionals working in higher education.
Please consider supporting student success at St. John’s University as we host ASACCU’s annual conference. Your participation will also provide you and your company with exposure to student affairs professionals from more than 50 nationwide Catholic colleges and universities.
The following opportunities are available based on your sponsorship participation level:
Top-Tier Sponsorship Menu
Opening Dinner and Reception
Your logo will appear on the background slide deck; your sponsorship will be mentioned in host comments; you will have the opportunity to greet and speak to all attendees as part of the program
Keynote Speaker
Your logo will appear on the background slide deck; your sponsorship will be mentioned in host comments; you will have the opportunity to greet and speak to all attendees before the speaker
Universal Panel Discussion
Your logo will appear on the background slide deck; your sponsorship will be mentioned in host comments; you will have the opportunity to greet and speak to all attendees before lunch begins
Closing Dinner
Your logo will appear on the background slide deck; your sponsorship will be mentioned in host comments; you will have the opportunity to greet all attendees as part of the program
Late-Night Hospitality
Your logo will be featured on Hospitality Night materials including on-site signage; your company will be mentioned in remarks
Poster Session
Your logo will appear on signage at both entrances to the poster session; your sponsorship will be mentioned at the host opening remarks.
Platinum: $10,000
- Sponsorship of two top-tier items Logo prominently featured in all printed material, on event website, and featured at opening reception and dinner event signage
- Prominent advertisement in the conference app
- Seating for up to four representatives at opening reception and dinner events
- Tabling opportunity at registration site during conference
- Company marketing materials included in attendee’s tote bag
- Full attendee list
Ruby: $7,500
- Choice of one top-tier item
- Logo prominently featured in all printed material, on event website, and featured at sponsored event
- Prominent advertisement in the conference app
- Invitation for up to four representatives to sponsored event
- Tabling opportunity at registration site during conference
- Company marketing materials included in attendee’s tote bag
- Full attendee list
Gold: $5,000
- Choice of one top-tier item
- Logo prominently featured in all printed material, on event website, and featured at sponsored event and/or areas
- Prominent advertisement in the conference app
- Invitation for up to two representatives to sponsored event
- Tabling opportunity at registration site during conference
- Company marketing materials included in attendee’s tote bag
- Full attendee list
Silver: $2,500
- Sponsor a refreshment break for all conference attendees
- Logo recognition in the conference app Logo prominently featured in signage at sponsored event
- Advertisement in the conference app
- Tabling opportunity at registration site during conference
Bronze: $1,000
- Logo included in all printed materials and on event website
- Advertisement in the conference app
- Tabling opportunity at registration site during conference
For more information, please contact:
Jocelyn Coalter
Senior Director, Career and Leadership Development
coalterj@stjohns.edu
718-990-4439
Karen Moritz Simons
Director of Parent and Family Connections and Veterans Success Center
simonsk@stjohns.edu
718-990-5783
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