Warm Wishes and Year-End Reflections December 24 is here! This season brings with it a special kind of magic — twinkling lights, full hearts, and a moment to slow down before the new year begins. It’s a time for celebration, gratitude, and reflection, and I’m thankful for the opportunity to pause and share a few […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
🏁 2026 Registration Is Now Open! Start your engines—COABE 2026 is officially headed to Indianapolis, and registration is NOW OPEN! We’re gearing up for an unforgettable experience April 12–15, 2026, right in the heart of downtown Indy at the JW Marriott and connected convention spaces. Pre-Conference: April 12 Conference: April 13–15 This year’s theme, The […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
As we gather in this season of gratitude, I’ve been reflecting on the many blessings in my life—big and small, obvious and overlooked—and I’m reminded that thankfulness is less about what we have and more about what we recognize. The same is true for our work in adult education. I am grateful for the people […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
There’s something about this season that makes me reach for an extra cup of coffee — not because I need the caffeine (okay, maybe a little), but because it feels like the perfect companion for reflection. November has a way of slowing us down just enough to look around and say, “Wow, look at all […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
🎃 No Tricks, Just Treats: Why Halloween (and IAACE) Is So Sweet By Jenn Wigginton, IAACE Executive Director Halloween might just be the best reminder of why community matters. The costumes, the candy, the laughter—and that feeling of connection when neighbors, friends, and families come together just for the joy of it. It’s a day […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
🌴 The Power of the Pause I’ve hit pause — and I’m doing it from my happy place, Hilton Head Island. There’s something magical about the ocean air that reaches deep into your soul and whispers, “breathe.” The sound of the waves, the sand between my toes, and that unmistakable smell of the sea are […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
Friends, it’s official: Conference Brain has arrived. If you’ve never had it, let me define it for you. Conference Brain is when your to-do list is longer than a baseball extra-innings game, your email inbox looks like the bases are loaded, and your brain insists on running at top speed even when you should be […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
The 2025 IAACE Conference is coming up fast, and this week is a big one! Here’s your three-step checklist to make sure you’re walking into Blue Chip Stardust Convention Center ready to shine, show off, and step up your game. 1. Shine – IAACE Award Nominations Close Friday!This is your chance to spotlight the superstars […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
Let’s Talk: IAACE Community Chat Happening Friday, July 18 At IAACE, we know that connection and community are more important than ever, especially in times of uncertainty. That’s why we’re inviting you to be part of two important conversations this week that focus on support, collaboration, and moving forward together. Today – Tuesday, July 16 […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.
IAACE believes in the power of service, collaboration, and dedication. Now and then, we get to publicly thank those who have given so much of themselves behind the scenes, not for recognition but because they believe in our mission and in the lives we touch through adult education.. As we close another chapter in our […]
Jenn was the IAACE Executive Director from July 2018-July 2026. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does.