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AACRAO's bi-weekly professional development e-newsletter Connect offers timely information, actionable tips, and expert guidance relevant to your career; stories about interesting colleagues doing inspiring things; and news about association services, activities and resources.

Like a virtual, on-demand AACRAO conference-between-conferences, Connect keeps professional conversations alive and helps you stay engaged with the association that advocates for and believes in your career. 

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Ask a Consultant

Nov 11, 2024

Our consultant provides a planning exercise approach for implementing new technology systems, such as an SIS.

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Doug Lederman of Inside Higher Ed Discusses Potential Impact of Election Results at SEM 2024

Nov 11, 2024

Gain insights on how the election results could impact higher education from the SEM 2024 Closing Plenary speaker Doug Lederman, editor and co-founder of Inside Higher Ed.

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Meet our Newest Community and Content Facilitator

Nov 11, 2024

Meet the newest of our six Community and Content Facilitators (CCFs), who are here to help you optimize your membership benefits year-round.

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Researching the Plan That Secured Enrollment During Crisis - October SEMQ

Nov 11, 2024

A new SEMQ article discovers how strategic planning provided the essential foundation for one institution to navigate crisis, secure critical investments, and sustain enrollment and retention during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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FEM101: A Crash Course in Forensic Enrollment Management

Nov 11, 2024

Learn about the new workshop introduced at the AACRAO 34th Annual Strategic Enrollment Management Conference.

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A Framework for Optimizing SEM Initiatives on Your Campus

Nov 11, 2024

If you are experiencing "initiative fatigue," perhaps you can utilize the influence of your SEM champions to optimize the work already in progress on your campus.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Oct 25, 2024

The professors answer questions regarding the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and how it applies to political campaigning purposes.

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AACRAO International Perspectives: Navigating Global Credit Evaluation and New Initiatives

Oct 25, 2024

As globalization intensifies, the necessity for accurate and equitable international credit evaluation has become more prominent.

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Exploring Civic Engagement on College Campuses

Oct 25, 2024

Explore how George Washington University and American University are taking action and supporting student voices.

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The Secret Weapon: How Vendor Relationships Drive Success in Higher Ed

Oct 25, 2024

Never underestimate the power of a good vendor relationship.

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ASCEND: Charting Your Course

Oct 14, 2024

Enhancing leadership skills, networking, and making a significant impact on enrollment practices in an evolving landscape.

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Bridging the Gap: The LER Accelerator's Role in Innovative Credentialing

Oct 14, 2024

Enhancing the adoption of Learning and Employment Records (LERs) in higher education.

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Ask a Consultant

Oct 14, 2024

Addressing planning fatigue and learning to operationalize plans using LinkEx.

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SCOTUS Staff Training Toolkit

Oct 14, 2024

Adapting to recent Supreme Court changes regarding college admissions. Resources, strategies, and more.

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Raising the Bar - Equity in Higher Ed

Oct 14, 2024

The Department of Education launched the "Attaining College Excellence and Equity" initiative, aiming to enhance student support through data-driven improvements.

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The Enrollment Cliff: How Holistic Admissions Can Pave the Way Forward

Oct 14, 2024

Adapting to a changing landscape, how institutions are preparing from the coming enrollment cliff.

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Networking for Professional Development

Sep 30, 2024

Overcoming imposter syndrome in higher ed by engaging in networking opportunities through AACRAO and the importance of building connections for personal and professional growth.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Sep 27, 2024

The FERPA Professor weighs in on the use of A.I. recording in the classroom.

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What is Peer Mentoring?

Sep 27, 2024

Fostering mutual growth and support without the hierarchical dynamics of traditional mentoring, coaching, or teaching models.

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Coaching Future Leaders

Sep 27, 2024

Peek behind the curtain of AACRAO's ASCEND program through lens of its coaches.