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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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SEMQ Announces New Editor-in-Chief

Feb 21, 2022

AACRAO welcomes new editor-in-chief, Dr. Clayton Smith, to SEM Quarterly.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Feb 21, 2022

The FERPA Professor addresses questions regarding data retention policies and right to access.

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Building your Professional Toolkit

Feb 21, 2022

Explore topics in both study abroad and credential evaluation being presented at AACRAO's 107th Annual Meeting.

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Increase Degree Achievement and Transfer Success

Feb 7, 2022

Learn more about new higher education technology and degree and achievement solutions.

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Advancing Interviewing Skills

Feb 7, 2022

The interview process is changing. Learn the skills and tactics needed to succeed in the changing workplace.

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Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence

Feb 7, 2022

Learn more about AACRAO's ASCEND program and the opportunities it provides.

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A New Approach to Authenticity in 2022

Feb 7, 2022

What do students need? How can you attract and engage them, and how can you incorporate that into your marketing efforts?

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New Study Looks at Veterans’ College Choice Process

Feb 7, 2022

Learn more about veteran enrollment, graduate enrollment management, Canadian SEM, and more.

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Closed-Loop Marketing in Enrollment

Feb 7, 2022

Learn how higher ed institutions create "closed loop" systems integrating their marketing, admissions, and enrollment strategies.

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20 Ways to Promote Empathetic Leadership

Feb 7, 2022

Learn to lead with empathy and improve communication in the Registrar's Office.

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SEMQ Seeks Editor-in-Chief

Jan 25, 2022

AACRAO's SEM Quarterly seeks a new Editor-in-Chief.

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Ensuring Equity Through Machine-Learning

Jan 24, 2022

Learn how university analysts are ensuring equity and utilizing machine learning to promote student success.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Jan 24, 2022

AACRAO's FERPA Professor examines issues regarding zoom recordings and "student education records."

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Shaping the Future of Public Policy

Jan 24, 2022

AACRAO's Public Policy Advisory Group is now accepting applications.

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Meet AACRAO's Scholarship Recipients

Jan 24, 2022

See how AACRAO is promoting engagement and opportunity for young professionals in higher education.

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Professional Development in the Registrar's Office

Jan 24, 2022

Learn about the strategies and tools used to ensure growth in your Registrar's Office.

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Increasing Member Engagement With Associations

Jan 18, 2022

AACRAO and State and Regional leaders discuss increasing membership engagement and providing resources.

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AACRAO Annual Meeting 2022 Coming Soon

Jan 10, 2022

AACRAO's Annual Meeting is coming in April, learn about the sessions, workshops, and more.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Jan 10, 2022

The FERPA Professor gives advice on utilizing 3rd party vendors and maintaining control of student records.

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Setting the Stage to Empower Learners through Blockchain

Jan 10, 2022

Learn how Scribbles Software enables institutions to utilize blockchain for electronic student records and transcripts.