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AACRAO's biweekly 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

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.

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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.