The work of RMACAC is accomplished through our many committees, each of which has a chair and a group of volunteers from around our five state region.  Below is a list of each committee and the chairperson.  If you would like to get involved with RMACAC, joining a committee and helping with our programming, college fairs, conference or other areas is a great way to start!   Just three easy steps:

Read below and see which committee best aligns with your skill set and interest;

Make sure you are a RMACAC member;

Contact the chairperson

The Admission Practices Committee investigates, with the assistance of the NACAC A.P. committee, allegations of violations of the NACAC Statement of Principles of Good Practice which are brought to its attention by means of written notification; seeks to resolve these allegations by communication with the organization, individual, or institution who is alleged to be in violation and seeks to agree on alternate practices which will be in compliance with the statement; refers cases where resolutions of violations has not occurred in a reasonable amount of time; maintains confidentiality.  Admissions Practices Chair:  Renee Orlick, Director of Admissions Operations, Colorado State University, 970-491-1573, renee.orlick@colostate.edu

The College Fair Committee liaisons with National College Fair Coordinator for events in the region; communicates with the “site coordinator” for each of the RMACAC College Fairs; informs the Executive Board of the status of each of the RMACAC college fairs; coordinates with the RMACAC Treasurer to provide the Executive Board with a financial report for each of the fairs within a reasonable time after each fair’s completion.  College Fair Chair:  Shanna Pomager, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, University of Denver, 303-871-7645, shanna.pomager@du.edu

Conference Planning Committee is responsible for the coordination of the annual spring RMACAC conference.  This includes professional development sessions, social gatherings, college tours and pre-conference workshops.  Conference Planning Chair:  Anna Jaquez-Herron, Associate Director of Admission and Financial Aid, The Colorado College, 719-389-6944, ajaquez@coloradocollege.edu

The Government Relations Committee communicates information regarding school and college admission counseling to federal and state legislative bodies and acts as a liaison to legislative committees or officers of other like-minded organizations. The committee develops a state/regional advocacy network to educate members and all publics on postsecondary education issues and priorities.  Government Relations Chair:  Ryan Burton-Romero, Associate Director of Admission, University of Arizonia, 520-621-7524, rbr13@arizona.edu

The Human Relations Committee develops programs that will assist in the expansion of access of Post-secondary educational opportunities for those who have traditionally been underrepresented.  Human Relations Chair:  Carlos Jimenez, Associate Director of Admission, Colorado State University, 970-491-3224, carlos.jimenez@coloradostate.edu   

The Membership Committee is responsible for membership recruitment and reporting for RMACAC; coordinates membership promotional activities and materials for RMACAC; serve as RMACAC’s Membership representative to NACAC.  Membership Chair:  Andy Losier, Associate Director of Admission, University of Denver, 303-871-7651, Andrew.losier@du.edu

The Professional Development Committee designs and implements programs in the region which assist the professional development of college admission at both the secondary and the Postsecondary levels.  Professional Development Chair:  Fonda Kempton, Director of College Guidance, Valor Christian High School, 303-471-3115, fonda.Kempton@valorchristian.com  

The Public Relations Committee assists in developing and conducting public relations/publications activities; be responsible for communication of RMACAC activities and issues through the various media including a RMACAC newsletter.  Public Relations Chair:  Robin Boren, Independent College Counselor, The College Doctor, 303-761-6667, robinboren@comcast.net

The Technology Committee takes responsibility for the RMACAC website; coordinates email distribution lists; works with the Public Relations committee on the electronic distribution of the newsletter and other publications.  Technology Chair:  John O’Connor, College Selection Facilitator, Natrona County School District, 307-262-6153, john_oconnor@natronschools.org

The Finance Committee is comprised of the President-Elect, President, Past President, Treasurer, and College Fair Committee Chair. The committee monitors the finances of the organization and approves all budgetary requests.  This committee is not open to volunteer members

The Governance and Nominating Committee recommends amendments to the Bylaws for submission to the membership, subject to the approval of the Executive Board. This committee also reviews all other proposed amendments to the Bylaws and provide recommendations to the Executive Board and nominates a slate of one or more nominees for each elected position on the Executive Board to be elected each year.  This committee is not open to volunteer members