Executive Director Statement in Response to Education Secretary Linda McMahon’s National Call to Action to University Presidents and Governing Boards

On August 3, 2026, Secretary McMahon issued a National Call to Action to University Presidents and Governing Boards, asking every postsecondary institution to publish a public statement of principles answering questions related to seven specific topics. Melanie Gottlieb, AACRAO Executive Director, shares her thoughts on the call to action and offers advise for any institutions considering a response.