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Executive Team Updates

AACRAO statement on relationship with Dr. William Sedlacek

March 31, 2021
AACRAO values the role of research in higher education. Research shows that GPA and test scores can be incomplete predictors of success for today’s students. AACRAO’s commitment to holistic admissions and multiple measures is rooted in its values of collaboration, innovation, inclusivity, inquiry, and integrity.

It is because of these values that we must continue our work of removing artificially defined but very real barriers to student access and success. It is also because of these values, specifically our commitment to integrity, that we must address a recent development.

The work of Dr. William Sedlacek has for decades focused on ways to dismantle racism and improve equity. His 2017 book, Measuring Noncognitive Variables (Stylus Publishing), however, includes passages with terminology in direct opposition to our values. We do not and will not condone the use of such terminology and can no longer in good faith refer to his resources, nor can we support his online statements or other instances where this terminology is used.

We will continue our efforts to be agents of change and champions for today’s students’ post-secondary pursuits.

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Michael V. Reilly served as the Executive Director, AACRAO 2012 - 2021

AACRAO statement on relationship with Dr. William Sedlacek

March 31, 2021
AACRAO values the role of research in higher education. Research shows that GPA and test scores can be incomplete predictors of success for today’s students. AACRAO’s commitment to holistic admissions and multiple measures is rooted in its values of collaboration, innovation, inclusivity, inquiry, and integrity.

It is because of these values that we must continue our work of removing artificially defined but very real barriers to student access and success. It is also because of these values, specifically our commitment to integrity, that we must address a recent development.

The work of Dr. William Sedlacek has for decades focused on ways to dismantle racism and improve equity. His 2017 book, Measuring Noncognitive Variables (Stylus Publishing), however, includes passages with terminology in direct opposition to our values. We do not and will not condone the use of such terminology and can no longer in good faith refer to his resources, nor can we support his online statements or other instances where this terminology is used.

We will continue our efforts to be agents of change and champions for today’s students’ post-secondary pursuits.

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melanie-people-pageMelanie Gottlieb, AACRAO Executive Director

Melanie is responsible for ensuring the association's operations (including staff, infrastructure, products, and services) are in alignment to carry out the mission according to the strategic direction of the AACRAO Board of Directors.

headshot of Qunitina Barnett GallionQuintina Barnett Gallion, Associate Executive Director at AACRAO

Quintina is the executive lead responsible for AACRAO's position in the field of higher education administrators. She synchronizes all association staff, activities, and offerings to fulfill AACRAO's five strategic goals.

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Dr. Tina Deneen, Associate Executive Director at AACRAO

Dr. DeNeen is the executive lead responsible for professional development and content delivery with a focus on strategic plan alignment, and maintains overall responsibility for the activities in the EMD Division.

martha-people-pageMartha Henebry, Associate Executive Director

Martha is the executive lead for operations and membership at AACRAO. She oversees member acquisition and systems management and implementation. She also coordinates the organization's IT, Accounting, and HR departments. 

Dr. Mike Simmons, Associate Executive Director

Dr. Simmons is the executive lead responsible for leading the consulting, corporate partnerships, and grants teams in creating and maintaining valuable strategic relationships and creating resource opportunities that allow AACRAO to meet strategic goals and serve our members.