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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. 

Understanding the Future of Credentials - Credential Chats

Jan 5, 2024

Take part in the Digital Credential conversation and join our weekly live Q&A Credentials Chat.

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A New Year at AACRAO

Dec 21, 2023

A year of global upheaval reminds us that some things never change, including AACRAO’s commitment to prioritizing learner success in everything we do.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Dec 21, 2023

The FERPA Professor responds to an interesting question relating to the recordation requirement and what to include on student records.

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Field Notes: International Student Impact and Prospects

Dec 21, 2023

Understand how global events can impact and shape the academic landscape.

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Serving on AACRAO's Research Advisory Board

Dec 21, 2023

Meet AACRAO's newest Research Advisory Board member and learn more about how research is conducted at the association.

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The Power of Having a Growth Mindset

Dec 21, 2023

Thoughts on how your mindset influences your work, career, and those around you.

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TAICEP Honors Leaders in International Credential Evaluation

Dec 8, 2023

Meet Hall of Acclaim TAICEP Inductees and learn more about their contributions to the profession.

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Promoting and Developing Future Leaders

Dec 8, 2023

AACRAO's professional development program ASCEND kicks off with the 2023-2024 cohort.

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A Leader’s Role in Setting Direction

Dec 8, 2023

Setting vision and expectations for your team can have an outsized impact on outcomes.

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Welcome Corps: Promoting Refugee Student Success

Dec 8, 2023

A new targeted education sponsorship initiative that enables U.S. colleges and universities to play a leading role in resettling refugee students.

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Cross-Sector Survey on U.S. International Education

Dec 8, 2023

Investigating the U.S. national strategy regarding international education, enrollment, transfer, and more.

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Ask the FERPA Professor

Dec 8, 2023

The FERPA Professor responds to a question on information disclosure, consent, and timelines.

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Technology Among Student Services Employees: Uncovering Intentions

Dec 8, 2023

Understanding how students, faculty, and staff adapt to mandated technology integration and implementation.

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Non-Traditional Community College Transfer Students

Dec 8, 2023

Explore expert opinions on transfer, enrollment management, student retention, and much more.

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A Changing Landscape in Higher Ed and K-12

Dec 8, 2023

New research on dual credit students and the sense of student belonging.

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SEMQ Special Issue on Equity in SEM

Nov 28, 2023

A look at the current work being done to improve and increase equity in SEM practices.

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Two Reasons Higher Education Should Support the Evolution of the Learning and Employment Ecosystem

Nov 27, 2023

The evolution of learning, credentialing, and employment.

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Field Notes - Addressing Antisemitism on College Campuses: Challenges, Hearings, and Recommendations

Nov 27, 2023

Exploring the recent hearing by the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development and finding a path forward.

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SEM Conference - Reflections of a First-Time Participant

Nov 27, 2023

Experience the 2023 SEM Conference through the eyes of a first-time attendee.

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Approaches to the Great Resignation

Nov 27, 2023

Approaches and perspectives on promoting retention, professional development, and success at your institution.