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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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Are we speaking the same language?

Mar 4, 2024

A call to participate in shaping U.S. higher education nomenclature and foundation building.

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3 Ways to Optimize Your Course Schedule with Actionable Analytics

Mar 4, 2024

Avoid these common course schedule building pitfalls and balance student success with institutional resources.

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Educating your Campus on FERPA

Mar 4, 2024

Understanding the important role Registrars at HBCUs have in disseminating FERPA knowledge.

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Guiding and Shaping the Future of EdTech

Mar 4, 2024

Share your expertise and support your higher education colleagues and join the technical advisory council.

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Celebrating Giants

Feb 19, 2024

Recognizing and celebrating the work of those who came before us and how it impacts and guides our work.

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Well-Being Week in Higher Education

Feb 19, 2024

Learn more about "Well-Being in Higher Education" a free virtual event coming February 26 - March 1.

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Are You Sabotaging Your Enrollment?

Feb 19, 2024

A look at enrollment best practices and research with a focus on onboarding and communication.

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Leveraging Experts through the AACRAO Speakers Bureau

Feb 19, 2024

Utilize AACRAO's Speakers Bureau for your next keynote, panel, or event.

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Self-Actualization, Confidence, and Finding Your Voice: The Path to Personal Fulfillment

Feb 19, 2024

Approaches to professional and personal development with a focus on self-actualization and confidence building.

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SEM-EP Celebrates Two Recent Graduates

Feb 19, 2024

See how other higher ed professionals utilize the SEM Endorsement Program to highlight and validate their skills in enrollment management.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Feb 19, 2024

The FERPA Professor examines the terms "School Official" and "Legitimate Education Interest" as applied to student workers.

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The Enrollment Manager’s Role in Retention and Student Success

Feb 19, 2024

Key areas you need to focus on to improve and optimize retention and support student success at your institution.

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Dealing with FAFSA Delays: Suggestions for Campus Officials

Feb 5, 2024

Maintaining a proactive approach to upcoming changes and ensuring a positive experience for students on your campus.

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Learn More about the Lunar New Year

Feb 5, 2024

Understanding the history and significance of the lunar new year and how you can take part.

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The Impact of Educational Changes in Florida and the Role of Sociology in Black History Month

Feb 5, 2024

Understanding the impact of recent legislation and how it connects to Black History Month.

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Optimizing the Enrollment Journey - January SEMQ

Feb 5, 2024

Understand and optimize your audience messaging to improve your enrollment journey.

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Highlighting Student Achievement in Higher Ed

Feb 5, 2024

Nominate a student for ACE's Student of the Year award.

Ask the FERPA Professors

Feb 5, 2024

The FERPA Professor answers a question about a court subpoena and FERPA compliance.

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Join Us for our Member Town Halls

Jan 22, 2024

New membership opportunities, updates, and a live Q&A with AACRAO Board representatives and AACRAO Executive Director, Melanie Gottlieb.

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Digital Receipt of Credential Evaluation Reports and International Transcripts

Jan 22, 2024

New workgroup gathering data to further promote how institutions can streamline and secure their international enrollment process.