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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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From Imposter Syndrome to Empowered Leadership

Sep 17, 2024

Nurturing and developing your leadership skills while embracing a collaborative approach to learning.

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Clarifying FERPA: Key Misunderstandings and Practical Advice

Sep 16, 2024

An in-depth look at common FERPA misconceptions and other higher ed topics.

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Why Voting in Democracy Is Critical

Sep 16, 2024

Digging into the profound impact your vote has on higher education and the state of public policy.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Sep 16, 2024

The FERPA Professor answers a complicated question involving electronic signatures and the "safe harbor" provision.

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Unveiling the Gems: A Journey of Growth, Connection, and Discovery

Sep 16, 2024

Equipping yourself to lead, inspire, and make an impact.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Sep 2, 2024

The FERPA Professor answers a question about who qualifies as a "school official" and information release.

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Stuck in the Middle with You

Sep 2, 2024

Learn what it takes to thrive and grow in positions that seem perpetually stuck in the middle at higher education institutions.

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Jack and Jill went up the Hill

Sep 2, 2024

Taking advantage of and getting involved with the advocacy opportunities being an AACRAO member provides.

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Higher Education Glossary: A New Resource for Clarity and Consistency

Sep 2, 2024

Explore AACRAO's newest resource, the Higher Education Glossary, supported by the U.S. Higher Education Nomenclature Committee.

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Valuing the Lived Experiences of Adult Learners

Sep 2, 2024

Understanding what Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) is, why it's important, and how you can join the conversation.

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Call for Volunteers: AACRAO & Ad Astra Roundtable

Sep 2, 2024

Understanding the use of shortened parts of term in class scheduling.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Aug 19, 2024

The FERPA Professors answer a question about the appropriateness of non-directory information release to a student loan servicer.

Leveraging AI and Automation to Maximize Global Learner Success

Aug 19, 2024

How one school embraced artificial intelligence to grow enrollment and promote student success on their campus.

Shaping the Future of Credentialing

Aug 19, 2024

A look at the work being done to transform credentialing across higher education and how to take part in the conversation.

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SEM: Something for Everyone

Aug 19, 2024

Embracing new perspectives and collaborating with peers to meet the challenges of the changing enrollment landscape.

Access and Diversity - Collaborative SCOTUS Convening

Aug 5, 2024

An overview of legal considerations in light of the 2023 SCOTUS ruling and how institution leaders can navigate the current landscape.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Aug 5, 2024

The FERPA Professors answer a question related to faculty requests for data and how that data can be used for legitimate research.

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Creating Academic Policy to Serve Our Students

Aug 5, 2024

Promoting student success by advocating for change in academic policy.

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Advocating and Sharing Expertise

Aug 5, 2024

Leveraging AACRAO opportunities to advance the profession both personally and for the membership as a whole.

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Transforming Passion into Action

Aug 5, 2024

More than just words, AACRAO member Michelle Gruber shares her perspective on attending the 2024 Congressional Hill Day event.