Entries by Jennifer Wigginton

A Grateful Heart and an Exciting New Chapter

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A Grateful Heart and an Exciting New Chapter Over the past eight years, one of my favorite parts of serving as IAACE’s Executive Director has been connecting with you through this weekly blog. It has been a place to communicate, celebrate successes, share opportunities, highlight the incredible work happening across Indiana, and remind us all […]

Conference Registration Is Open!

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Registration Is Open! Together, We Make Magic Happen at IAACE 2026 The wait is over…registration for the IAACE 2026 Conference is officially open! Join us September 30 – October 2, 2026, at Belterra Resort for three unforgettable days of learning, collaboration, celebration, and inspiration. This year’s theme, “Together, We Make Magic Happen,” reminds us that […]

A Quick Favor and a Graduation Story Worth Sharing

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I don’t know about you, but graduation stories get me every time. Maybe it’s the smiles. Maybe it’s the proud families. Maybe it’s the tears of joy.  Maybe it’s knowing the obstacles many adult learners have overcome to reach that moment. Whatever it is, graduation season always reminds me why adult education is such meaningful […]

Together, We Make Magic Happen: Share Your Expertise at IAACE 2026

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The deadline to submit a proposal for the 2026 IAACE Conference is this Friday. If you’re thinking, “I don’t have anything to present,” think again. One of the biggest misconceptions about conference presentations is that they have to be groundbreaking, polished, or created by someone who considers themselves an expert. The truth is that some […]

Because Your Work Matters

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There is something special about being recognized by people who truly understand the work you do. In adult education, victories are often quiet. A student gains confidence. A teacher stays late to help someone succeed. A program creates a new partnership that changes lives. A staff member goes above and beyond because they care deeply […]

Hoosier Hospitality at COABE Indy 2026 🏁

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Stop by the Hoosier Hospitality booth in the Griffin Foyer/Prefunction area and help us celebrate all things Indiana during the conference! Our space is all about connection, state pride, and a little Hoosier fun woven throughout the week. To bring the spirit to life, we’re inviting Indiana attendees to join in our daily Indiana-themed attire: […]

Getting Ready for COABE 2026: Tips and Tricks

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For many educators, attending the COABE conference is a highlight of the year. This April, the adult education community will gather in Indianapolis, and for some attendees it will be their very first COABE experience. If that’s you—welcome! COABE is energizing, inspiring, and full of opportunities to learn from colleagues across the country. It can […]

COABE 2026 Is Coming to Indy: Let’s Roll Out the Hoosier Hospitality

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Indianapolis is getting ready to welcome the adult education community from across the country, and COABE 2026 is bringing the energy right to our backyard. This is a big moment for Indiana, a chance to show off our programs, our people, and the heart behind adult education, all with a healthy dose of Hoosier hospitality. […]

Embrace the 2025 Word?

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From Connect to Flourish… and Beyond Flourish was my word for 2025. Defined as “to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment,” it felt like the perfect next step after my 2024 word, Connect. Looking back, I can see that this year’s flourishing looked […]