2026 Annual Conference

2026 Annual Conference

When

May 20, 2026 - May 22, 2026    
All Day

Where

Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green St., Pasadena, CA, 91101

Event Type

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PRICING

Full Conference = $650: Members / $750: Non-Members
One-Day (May 21) = $250: Members / $350: Non-Members

Want to add Thursday’s Counselor Exchange to your registration? Include that option on your form for $250! Only one representative from your institution needs to register to exhibit at the event, but several of you can be present at your table.

Please note: payment for all conference registration options is by credit card only. Thank you!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Lincoln Sponsors

       

Conference App Sponsor


Full Conference Scholarship Sponsor

Conference Registration Scholarship Sponsors

           

Additional Sponsor

Need support for getting approval from your supervisor? Use our template for a Conference Attendance Justification Letter!

MERCH NOW AVAILABLE: Unique designs featuring the conference logo! Order your shirts in classic or novelty versions.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Plan your conference experience by viewing the full line-up of sessions, meetings, and activities.
*Details may be subject to change. Please consult our event app in Guidebook for the most up-to-date information.*

COUNSELOR COLLEGE TOURS

In conjunction with the Annual Conference, many colleges in the area are hosting campus tours. These tours are only available for registered conference attendees. Please check your registration confirmation email for the links to sign up for tours!

  • Arizona State University (Downtown L.A. Campus): Monday, May 18; Tuesday, May 19 & Wednesday, May 20 | 9:00-11:00 a.m.
  • California Institute of Technology (Caltech): Monday, May 18 | 3:00-5:00 p.m.
  • Chapman University: Tuesday, May 19 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • Loyola Marymount University: Wednesday, May 20 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • NewSchool of Architecture & Design (San Diego*): Tuesday, May 19 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (*Transportation will be provided.)
  • Occidental College: Tuesday, May 19 | 10:00 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. / Wednesday, May 20 | 10:00 a.m.
  • Pepperdine University: Tuesday, May 19 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • UCLA: Tuesday, May 19 | 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. / Wednesday, May 20 | 10:30 a.m.
  • USC: Tuesday, May 19 | 2:00 p.m. (Parking & refreshments provided) / Wednesday, May 20 | 8:30 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. (Transportation & refreshments provided)
  • Whittier College: Monday, May 18 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

For general questions about the WACAC Annual Conference, please consult our FAQ Guide or contact the Conference Committee.