November 6: Registration deadline for students and mentors. November 24:Student application notification -ACE Staff contacts all students on the status of their application. December 1:Student participation confirmation - Accepted student confirm their participation in the program.
Student Orientations
New to 2025-26! Tuesday Students: December 9, 2025; 4:30 pm Thursday Students: December 11, 2025; 4:30 pm
Accepted ACE students will participate in virtual Student Orientations to prepare for the 2025-26 program. Students only need to attend one session.
Mentor Orientations
Tuesday Mentor Orientation: December 16; 4:30-6:30 pm; Shattuck Hall Thursday Mentor Orientation: December 18; 4:30-6:30 pm; Shattuck Hall
(Also referred to as Session 0) Mentors will review training content, project goals, and meet with their teams. Mentors should attend the mentor orientation corresponding with their team assignment.
final presentations
Teams 1-6: May 12, 2026; 6:30-8:30 PM Teams 7-12: May 14, 2026; 6:30-8:30 PM
*The Final Presentation program time is subject to change.
Join us for an exciting evening where our talented ACE Mentor Program students will showcase their final projects. Witness the creativity and innovation of the next generation of architects, engineers, and construction professionals. This in-person event is a great opportunity to support and encourage these bright young minds as they present their hard work and dedication. Students can invite their educators, family, friends, and community members to attend. RSVP links through Eventbrite will be shared with ACE participants. Don't miss out on this inspiring evening!