Programs and Events
Joyce Ivy College Admissions Webinars (JCAW)
Each fall, we offer a series of webinars featuring topics such as the application and admissions process to highly selective colleges and universities, personal statement writing, and financial aid. These sessions are facilitated by college admissions professionals and are open to students, interested family members, and educators. Webinars are usually scheduled for October and November.
Joyce Ivy College Admissions Symposium (JCAS)
May 16, 2026
Prepare for the college admissions journey with guidance straight from the source. JCAS 2026 will be taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Troy Community Center (3179 Livernois Road, Troy MI). At JCAS 2026, students and families will gain insider insight into selective college admissions through engaging, interactive sessions led by admissions officers from top universities, including the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Chicago, Duke University, and more.
Explore every stage of the admissions process with sessions designed to inform and empower you, from thriving in junior and senior year, to crafting standout essays, to navigating financial aid, and discovering how to find a college you would love to call home. Participate in hands-on workshops, experience a LIVE admissions case study where applications are evaluated in real time, and connect with college representatives during two Mini College Fairs and breakout sessions.
Summer Scholars Send-off Dinner
May 16, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Each year the Joyce Ivy Foundation names Summer Scholars, young women from the Midwest, who receive a scholarship to attend a residential summer pre-college program at highly selective colleges and universities in the U.S. The Send-off Dinner is an opportunity for us to celebrate these scholars and their families. During this event, Joyce Ivy also names a Leader of the Year who delivers a keynote address. There are event sponsorship opportunities available, and individual donations are welcome to support this amazing scholarship program.
