Learning Labs

The admissions profession is evolving rapidly, presenting new challenges and opportunities that are reshaping our approach to the ways we work. To address this pivotal moment, we are reimagining the Summer 2025 Institute to incorporate immersive, solutions-focused experiences. These dynamic events will bring professionals together to tackle the most pressing issues and opportunities in admissions today.

Real-World Challenges, Personalized for You

Learning Labs are research-anchored, process-rich approaches to adult learning that will catalyze small group exploration of the most pressing challenges faced by admission and enrollment professionals today. Whether you represent a day school, boarding school, or another institution; and whether you are new to the profession or have many years of experience, these sessions will provide opportunities for reflection and action to foster the application of learning tailored to your unique context.

Real-World Challenges, Personalized for You

Learning Labs are research-anchored, process-rich approaches to adult learning that will catalyze small group exploration of the most pressing challenges faced by admission and enrollment professionals today. Whether you represent a day school, boarding school, or another institution; and whether you are new to the profession or have many years of experience, these sessions will provide opportunities for reflection and action to foster the application of learning tailored to your unique context.

What is a Learning Lab?

Learning Labs are small, interactive groups, where you’ll explore one of 7 key challenges or opportunities shaping the future of admissions. Guided by expert lab coaches, you will work with your peers over 2 session blocks to drive deep learning that is dedicated to advancing your individual capacity and the profession.

Each lab will focus on one challenge or opportunity, and participants will develop an actionable roadmap of potential strategies and solutions to implement at your school. These sessions are designed to equip you with practical tools and resources to meet challenges and opportunities head-on.

Choose From Seven Key Challenges or Opportunities:

1

Addressing Retention and the “Right Fit” Post-Enrollment

2

Balancing Mission Alignment and Enrollment Goals

3

Enhancing the Family Experience Through Personalization

4

Leveraging Data for Strategic Decision-Making

5

Managing Affordability and Access

6

Navigating Shifting Demographics and Market Competition

7

Optimizing and Aligning Systems and Operations

Why Attend?

This reimagined approach is designed to:

  • Foster meaningful dialogue and peer-to-peer learning in action- and application-oriented settings
  • Equip you with practical tools and strategies to tackle your school’s unique challenges and opportunities
  • Cultivate a sense of community, collaboration, and shared purpose among admissions professionals