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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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Non-Traditional Community College Transfer Students

Dec 8, 2023

Explore expert opinions on transfer, enrollment management, student retention, and much more.

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A Changing Landscape in Higher Ed and K-12

Dec 8, 2023

New research on dual credit students and the sense of student belonging.

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SEMQ Special Issue on Equity in SEM

Nov 28, 2023

A look at the current work being done to improve and increase equity in SEM practices.

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Two Reasons Higher Education Should Support the Evolution of the Learning and Employment Ecosystem

Nov 27, 2023

The evolution of learning, credentialing, and employment.

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Field Notes - Addressing Antisemitism on College Campuses: Challenges, Hearings, and Recommendations

Nov 27, 2023

Exploring the recent hearing by the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development and finding a path forward.

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SEM Conference - Reflections of a First-Time Participant

Nov 27, 2023

Experience the 2023 SEM Conference through the eyes of a first-time attendee.

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Approaches to the Great Resignation

Nov 27, 2023

Approaches and perspectives on promoting retention, professional development, and success at your institution.

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Baden-Württemberg Seminar Highlights: Part 2

Nov 27, 2023

Part 2 of Dr. Takeo Suzuki's in-depth look at the 2023 Baden-Württemberg Seminar.

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Self-care is Key for Fulfillment

Nov 27, 2023

If you find yourself unusually ornery or easily frustrated, check your self-care bucket. It is likely bordering on empty.

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First-generation Students are Poised to Fill Diversity Gaps in the Post-Affirmative Action Era

Nov 27, 2023

Are institutions prepared to support this complex population of students?

International Student Enrollment in U.S. Rebounds, Biggest Growth from India

Nov 13, 2023

Current state of international enrollment in the United States and highlights from the 2023 Open Doors snapshot.

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Students and Institutional Debt: How They Make Sense of Financial Hold Policies

Nov 13, 2023

A summary of new research exploring how students understand and approach financial hold policies and institutional balances in light of the new federal regulations on transcript withholding.

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Innovative Credentials Are a Win for Learners

Nov 13, 2023

Learning Mobility, digital credentials, and this year's Convergence conference in Washington D.C.

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SEM Conference - Navigating the Seas of Knowledge and Connection

Nov 10, 2023

An in-depth review of the 2023 SEM Conference from the perspective of AACRAO member Tara Kent.

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SEM Conference - Collaborative Partnerships between Recruitment and Admissions

Nov 10, 2023

Optimizing the partnership between recruitment and admissions to promote student success.

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SEM Conference - From Retention to Re-Entry

Nov 10, 2023

A look at the strategies and tactics used at UC Merced to promote student success.

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SEM Conference - The Not-So-Secret Strategy for SEM Success

Nov 10, 2023

Building a SEM success framework utilizing active listening, continuous improvement, and technology.

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Announcing New Community and Content Facilitators

Nov 10, 2023

Meet our newest Community and Content Facilitators and learn more about the work they'll be doing in the coming months.

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Volunteer and Work on the Leading Edge of Education Credentials

Nov 10, 2023

Co-design, test, and offer solutions for credential evaluation and support.

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Eliminating Manual Data Entry With Transcript Automation

Nov 10, 2023

Transform the way admissions and credit transfer are handled by automating transcript data extraction and ingestion at your institution.