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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 Privilege to Right to Obligation: The Evolution of Higher Education

Oct 31, 2023

Exploring our work in facilitating and strengthening the value of higher education.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Oct 30, 2023

The FERPA Professor answers a question regarding legitimate educational interest.

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Baden-Württemberg Seminar Highlights: Part 1

Oct 30, 2023

An in-depth look at the 2023 Baden-Württemberg Seminar from the perspective of Dr. Takeo Suzuki.

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Empowering Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Forging New Paths

Oct 30, 2023

Strategies to support and empower women in STEM.

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Promote Intra-Campus Collaboration

Oct 30, 2023

Help us ensure that AACRAO's voice is heard in the development and implementation of CAS standards.

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Change Management – Keeping Humanity and Simplicity Amidst the Complexity

Oct 30, 2023

Steps you can use as you navigate change management in your work.

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Accessibility is a Key Indicator to Achieving an Inclusive Community

Oct 30, 2023

Current status of accessibility in the association, where we are and where we're going.

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Adjusting Strategy to Face Enrollment Challenges

Oct 30, 2023

Understand the research and methodology university leaders employ to address issues in enrollment, tuition, and more.

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The Power of Community: Finding Support in Times of Turmoil

Oct 17, 2023

Open call for Jewish and Palestinian Communities.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Oct 16, 2023

The FERPA Professor answers a question regarding "school official" definitions.

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Field Notes: The Registrar’s Office Role in Student Success

Oct 16, 2023

Making student success a priority in the registrar's office.

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Join the Conversation: The Value of HBCUs

Oct 16, 2023

Understand the value of HBCU's to AACRAO's mission and learn how you can take part.

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AACRAO Needs Your Vote

Oct 16, 2023

Take part in shaping the future of your association and get involved with your AACRAO membership.

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Field Notes: Reforming College Admissions - The SCOTUS Decision and Future Paths

Oct 16, 2023

Exploring the complex intersection of law, politics, and college admissions.

Celebrate National Transfer Student Week

Oct 3, 2023

Join CollegeSource for their 6th Transfer Week Webinar Series October 16-20 to hear from passionate transfer advocates.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Oct 2, 2023

The FERPA Professor answers a question about releasing transcripts from other institutions.

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Annual Census of International Students

Oct 2, 2023

Take part in the upcoming survey looking at enrollment trends for international students.

New Pathways to Enrollment Through High School Innovation

Oct 2, 2023

Ensuring that underrepresented and marginalized high school students are academically prepared for postsecondary education.

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Navigating the Journey

Oct 2, 2023

Tools and approaches you can use to reduce burnout and increase productivity at your institution.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Sep 18, 2023

The FERPA Professor answers a question touching on the practice of witholding transcripts and a students' right to inspect and review educational records.