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Requirements: Student membership is open to degree-seeking graduate and undergraduate students at AACRAO member institutions. It is not open to full-time employees.

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AACRAO's bi-weekly professional development e-newsletter

College and University Editorial Board — Something New for the C&U and AACRAO Review
Nov 11, 2025
C&U welcomes its first book review editor and marks the transition of editorial board members for 2026.

SEM 2025 session view from the side — 'Just Cause Culture' with Enrollment Success
Nov 11, 2025
Gina Macklin of Delaware County Community College shared how her campus conducted a regional needs assessment to identify the most requested certifications and skills, as well as top employers, in the region.

SEMQ Editorial Board 2025 — SEMQ Recognizes New and Outgoing Editorial Board Members
Oct 27, 2025
Meet the seven members joining SEM Quarterly as new editorial board members this November, as well as the dedicated group who have served and remain onboard to provide guidance on the journal's strategic direction.

C&U 100 Years, A Century of Sharing Knowledge and Best Practices — A Century at Your Fingertips: 100 Years of College & University in the New Digital Archive
Sep 15, 2025
Access 100 years of C&U Journal through our new digital archive. This online collection showcases our profession’s evolution, told by authors across time, offering searchable access to groundbreaking thought leadership.

College & University Journal Summer 2025 with Gen Z student listening to music — The Sound of Success: How Music Resonates with Gen Z in the College Search Process
Sep 2, 2025
Heather Zimar of AACRAO Publications shares a College & University Journal summer highlight featuring a recent study by Kristy Tucciarione, Ph.D., which reveals a powerful, yet often overlooked, tool: music.

SEMQ Community College series — How SEM Revitalized a Community College
Aug 18, 2025
Heather Zimar of AACRAO Publications highlights the latest SEMQ Journal, Vol. 13, Issue 2, featuring UCNJ’s holistic SEM approach, which has significantly increased graduation and enrollment rates, and a new culture of success and strategic growth.

View of session from back left of room. — Live from #TechTransfer2025: A Powerful & Practical Tool for Students
Aug 4, 2025
See how TransferVirginia.org is streamlining the transfer process through innovative technology and statewide collaboration.

View of session from the front of the room. — Live from #TechTransfer2025: An Innovative Approach to Transfer Pathways
Aug 4, 2025
Emily Clement of Delta College shares a transfer playbook based on data, incorporating regional initiatives to emphasize the value of an associate degree and encourage students to complete their degree before transferring.

Learning Mobility: Empowering Educational Journeys Beyond Traditional Pathways — Learning Mobility: A New Kind of Blue Book For a New Kind of Learner
Jul 7, 2025
AACRAO released a new e-book on Learning Mobility for rewiring how we recognize learning. Dr. Wendy Kilgore of AACRAO and Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty of Butler University set the tone: learner-centered change isn’t optional—it’s overdue.

A row of pencils on an upward slant with a graph line above showing the increasing height — Two Critical Services Your Institution Can Offer to Learners and Families
Jun 23, 2025
Kenneth McGhee of the DC Tuition Assistance Grant Program suggests that increased levels of specific career and financial aid support can help address the ongoing public questions about the value of attending college.

College & University Journal, 100 Years, A Century of Sharing Knowledge and Best Practices — Research, Leadership, and Legacy: College & University Spring 2025
May 27, 2025
AACRAO released the second issue of the 100th volume of College & University, featuring research on financial aid and institutional branding, alongside in-depth interviews.

Join the Collective Gathering — Discuss the Shift to Short-Term Courses with Colleagues
May 12, 2025
Please join us for the May AACRAO Collective Gathering on May 22, facilitated by Jennifer Minke of Tarrant County College District, to discuss the various considerations of transitioning to short-term classes.

New CCF Michael Davenport of the University of Arizona — Welcoming our Newest Community and Content Facilitator
Apr 28, 2025
Meet Michael Davenport of the University of Arizona, the newest of our six Community and Content Facilitators, who are here to help you optimize your membership benefits year-round.

Graduating students toss their caps in the air — Community Colleges: A Legacy of Access, Equity, and Innovation
Apr 28, 2025
Sun Jamerson of Lorain County Community College reflects on Community College Month by making the case for how enrollment professionals are the engines that power these institutions of opportunity and community transformation.

File folders connected via squiggly computer lines — The FAFSA: Then and Now
Apr 28, 2025
Steve McDowell, a NASFAA-certified leader of Connecticut State Community College, offers a streamlined look at the key milestones that have shaped the FAFSA and the broader student aid system, bringing it to where it stands today.

AACRAO Awards, Grants, and Scholarships — Our Grant and Scholarship Award Winners for 2025
Apr 1, 2025
Eleven grant and scholarship winners share the joys of attending AACRAO meetings, how these opportunities have impacted their careers, and why these awards matter.

Community College sign — SEMQ Launches Community College Series
Feb 3, 2025
This January, SEMQ launched its new community college-focused series, which aims to highlight the ways strategic enrollment management (SEM) impacts student success at access-driven institutions.

Blank tablet surrounded by relaxing objects. — Tips to Reclaim Your Attention During Stressful Times
Feb 3, 2025
These tips can help you set boundaries, prioritize yourself, and reframe your relationship with your digital devices and constant access to information.

A series of white doors with one yellow doors that stands out. — You Can Still Apply for AACRAO Funding in 2024
Dec 23, 2024
AACRAO provides financial support to our members, offering grants for our most dedicated professionals and scholarships that create new opportunities for growth and development.

C&U Special Interview with LeRoy Rooker

Dec 9, 2024

College & University (C&U) concluded its “50 Years of FERPA” series with a special interview in the fall issue with LeRoy Rooker, the nation’s leading authority on the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Jody Gordon and Stan Henderson, author of the SEM book trilogy — Meet the Authors of the SEM Trilogy: Jody Gordon and Stan Henderson
Dec 9, 2024
In this interview, Jody and Stan sat down with “AACRAO Connect” to discuss why they were compelled to write about SEM, common misconceptions about what SEM is, their nomenclature journey from “student” to “learner,” and much more.

The word "Welcome" surrounded by greenish-yellow leaves on a wooden backdrop. — Meet our Newest Community and Content Facilitator
Nov 11, 2024
Meet the newest of our six Community and Content Facilitators (CCFs), who are here to help you optimize your membership benefits year-round.

The light at the end of the tunnel. — Researching the Plan That Secured Enrollment During Crisis - October SEMQ
Nov 11, 2024
A new SEMQ article discovers how strategic planning provided the essential foundation for one institution to navigate crisis, secure critical investments, and sustain enrollment and retention during the COVID-19 pandemic.

University administration professional helping a student. — Ideas for FAFSA Enhancement
Jul 22, 2024
A practitioner perspective on the FAFSA rollout and advice for how to move forward.

Individual holding financial aid documents. — Light at the End of the Tunnel for the FAFSA Rollout
May 14, 2024
FAFSA rollout updates and timeline, learn where we are and where we are going.

Photograph of an individual holding a pencil above a blank page. — Academic Operations - New Release and Retrospective
Apr 1, 2024
An insider look at the research and work that went into AACRAO's latest publication release - Academic Operations and the Role of the Registrar.

Individual holding fafsa papers in front of a laptop. — 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.

Illustration depecting an individual pouring water on their head with flowers growing above. — The Power of Having a Growth Mindset
Dec 21, 2023
Thoughts on how your mindset influences your work, career, and those around you.

Individual looking at a peice of paper. — Students and Institutional Debt: How They Make Sense of Financial Hold Policies
Nov 13, 2023
A summary of new research exploring how students understand and approach financial hold policies and institutional balances in light of the new federal regulations on transcript withholding.

Two individuals holding hands. — The Power of Community: Finding Support in Times of Turmoil
Oct 17, 2023
Open call for Jewish and Palestinian Communities.

Individual filling out paperwork. — New and Improved? FAFSA Simplification and SEM
Aug 18, 2023
Are you prepared for FAFSA Simplification? New terminology, guidelines, and best practices.

Illustration of workers resigning and walking through a door. — Examining Themes and Lessons from the Great Resignation
May 30, 2023
AACRAO's latest College and University journal explores conversations around the great resignation, higher education research, and much more.

Illustration of an individual struggling with red tape or barriers. — Grant Opportunities to Reduce Barriers to Higher Ed
May 15, 2023
Education Dept. opens the application period for two federal grant programs that aim to expand higher education opportunities for Hispanic/Latino/a/x and Native American students.

Individual studying on a laptop. — Meet the Latest AACRAO Research Grant Recipient
Oct 17, 2022
Understanding the experiences, outcomes, and implications of academic course failure.

Individual packing up their office in a box. — How the Pandemic Affected Positions in Admissions and the Registrar’s Office
Aug 22, 2022
Learn more about COVID-19's impact on higher ed positions and see the most recent data regarding salary.

Man hiding feelings of inadequacy behind a smiling mask. — Self-Doubt, Lack of Confidence, and Imposter Syndrome
Jul 11, 2022
Learn how to recognize and overcome self-doubt, lack of confidence, and imposter syndrome.

Daytime aerial view of Kansas City, Mo skyline. — Detangling International Professional Degrees
May 31, 2022
Learn about the upcoming AACRAO-AICE International Institute & Symposium happening in July.

Group of medical students examining a graph. — Supporting Students in Graduate Health Education
Apr 18, 2022
Exploring the challenges of graduate health education.

Blue and white book cover for the Basic Guide to Financial Aid — Learn the Basics of Financial Aid Administration
Apr 5, 2022
AACRAO releases the Basic Guide to Financial Aid.

Group of professionals at an annual meeting session. — AM2022 Live - Anonymous Grading & Mandatory Curves
Apr 5, 2022
Explore the challenges and opportunities presented by anonymous grading and the pursuit of eliminating bias.

Woman sitting on floating cube working on laptop. — AM2022 Live - The Changing Face of Higher Education
Apr 5, 2022
A look at how communication, services, and more have changed when adapting to changes in expectations.

Hallway full of bookshelves. — New AACRAO Publication - Basic Guide to Financial Aid
Mar 21, 2022
Learn more about the upcoming AACRAO Publication - Basic Guide to Financial Aid

female smiling at a piece of paper while sitting on a couch with her laptop in front of her resting on a coffee table — Meet AACRAO's Scholarship Recipients
Jan 24, 2022
See how AACRAO is promoting engagement and opportunity for young professionals in higher education.

lantern with a red candle burning sits next to a pile of illuminated electric Christmas lights — A Recipe for Remaining Optimistic
Dec 13, 2021
AACRAO Contributor, Julia Pomerenk, outlines her recipe for remaining positive and bringing optimism to the workplace.

person working on their laptop — Understanding FERPA, Right-to-Know, and more in the Registrar's Office
Nov 29, 2021
Learn how to evaluate your Registrar's Office in areas of FERPA, Solomon Ammendment, Student Right To Know, and much more.

red-headed female figure looking up with a telescope while standing on an upward staircase — Identify and Promote Pathways to Quality Credentials
Nov 29, 2021
Learn about the Midwest Credential Transparency Alliance and the work being done to develop and promote pathways to high-quality credentials.

three open books stacked on top of each other — SEMQ Welcomes New Editorial Board Member
Nov 15, 2021
AACRAO's SEM Quarterly welcomes Irlanda Gonzalez-Price to the editorial board.

three cartoon figures examining a checklist on a giant clip board — Improving the Registrar's Use of Technology
Nov 1, 2021
Get a preview of the Registrar's Self Assessment and see how your office can utilize it to improve process and efficiency.

person in white shirt writes on a stack of paper with a pen — 2021 Research Grant Award Recipient Selected
Oct 18, 2021
AACRAO 2021 Research Grant recipient Dr. Angela Brockelsby discusses her upcoming research and goals.

Photo of the United States Navy flag flying in the wind with a sunny sky in the background. — Starting from scratch: Insights from the NEW U.S. Naval Community College
Aug 23, 2021
Upcoming webinar with United States Navy Community College President, Dr. Randi Consentino.

baby blue background with a computer monitor in the center and various icons, such as a bull horn and bullseye, coming out of the screen — AACRAO to Offer Five Scholarships to Partner Data Analytics Course
Aug 9, 2021
AACRAO partners with Element451 to provide 5 scholarships for enrollment analytics course.

People talking to a lady sitting down in her office working. — Turn Off the Burner: Conflict Resolution for What Steams You
May 3, 2021
Understanding the various types of conflict management approaches and when to apply them.

Bogus Institutions Documents book cover. — AACRAO Publication: Bogus Institutions and Documents
Apr 19, 2021
AACRAO Releases Guide to Bogus Institutions and Documents which identifies common types of fraud encountered in admissions and registrar offices.

paper with an image of a graduation cap visible and undistinguished text — FAFSA Simplification Act: Pell Grant Program Impacts
Apr 16, 2021
An in-depth look at the FAFSA Simplification act, what has changed, what the impact will be on Pell going forward.

Two silhouettes conversing while one takes notes. — AACRAO Book Club - "How to be an Antiracist" Recap
Mar 22, 2021
Dr. Soraira Urquiza and Joyce Philip recap our recent Book Club discussion and their thoughts going forward.

Young African American woman standing sideways, head down, showing palm with stop racism lettering — February Book Club: How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X Kendi
Feb 9, 2021
Author to speak at the AACRAO (106th) Annual Meeting.

Laptop screen webcam view diverse people engaged in group videocall — Moderate an AACRAO Collective Gathering
Feb 9, 2021
Stay connected with your fellow AACRAO members.

figure walks down a straight line with many other lines chaotically scattered to either side of the straight line — Considering a job change?
Jan 26, 2021
Insight into the pros and cons of making a professional change.

professor in mask teaches seated students in masks in college classroom — Engaging faculty in SEM
Jan 25, 2021
5 key faculty roles to build institutional success.

illustration of four sets of hands on table pointing to two open books. table also has pencils, coffee, and a cookie on it. — AACRAO Book Club: Have you read anything great lately?
Dec 14, 2020
You're invited to lead one of our lively monthly discussions.

three shiny golden gifts with golden bows against a silver and gold sparkling background with gold ornaments, ribbons, and silver stars sprinkled around — What you can give back to your staff
Dec 12, 2020
Stress-relieving activities, time off, and small gifts can help people feel appreciated.

professional woman with ponytail in blue suit wearing mask reading a document at a desk — Holistic admissions: Training is key to implementation
Dec 11, 2020
6 components of a successful training program.

hand holding post-it note reading "work smart" with the word "hard" crossed out above a table holding a cup of coffee and a cactus — Work smarter, not harder
Dec 1, 2020
Tips for efficiency and "strategic doing."

four students sitting on campus wall in front of brick building. all are wearing masks and looking at their phones. backpacks sitting nearby — Call for authors: COVID-19 response articles
Nov 29, 2020
College & University seeks stories about professional experiences of the ongoing pandemic.

headshots of Trembley and von Munkwitz side by side, both wearing bowties — Leadership advice from an AACRAO stalwart
Nov 29, 2020
Mr. von Munkwitz-Smith reflects on his experiences with AACRAO.

Masked student in library holding a book. — Using behavioral science to improve messaging to students
Nov 1, 2020
One community college used these 5 strategies to shift students' mindset.

a person wearing cozy socks and working on a laptop next to a tray of tea — Self-care and boundary-setting in the (home) workplace
Oct 5, 2020
A process you can put in place starting today.

illustration of 5 hands in a circle holding paper hearts with a pile of hearts in the center — You are not alone
Sep 22, 2020
AACRAO members are more stressed than ever. Lean on your community.

figure pushes a boulder up a hill — Field Notes: Tips for self- and team-care and purposeful crisis response
Sep 5, 2020
Reflections on adaptability, stress, and lessons learned.

open book with an illuminated lightbulb in the middle and paper airplanes flying into the pages — Registrars as storytellers
Aug 24, 2020
Building a narrative helps people understand and engage complex issues.

cartoon female standing in front of her shadow, which is dressed in a cape — Field Notes: #IamRemarkable: The art of graceful self-promotion
Aug 23, 2020
Empowering women to acknowledge and share their accomplishments.

representation of a virus on a downward sloped graph — What 2020 means for enrollment
Jul 28, 2020
Without a crystal ball, how can enrollment managers make decisions?

people in lecture hall — Managing classroom space this fall
Jul 13, 2020
Start with a "living inventory" and establish clear utilization priorities.

colorized image of a nebula — Field Notes: Adopting a growth mindset about 2020
Jun 29, 2020
Your self-talk is a conversation with the universe. Make it count.

cork board with a note saying "Thank You!" pinned to the board with a heart sticker — Recognizing the outgoing members of C&U’s editorial board
Jun 10, 2020
“We are grateful for our board members’ contributions to our profession,” says journal Editor-in-Chief Christopher Tremblay.

line of 5 people in business attire perform pushups in an office — Field Notes: (Re)Focus on the core
Jun 10, 2020
5 moves that make both individuals and institutions better able to handle change.

cartoon figure reminiscent of Einstein stands in front of a chalkboard with the board "FERPA" written on it — Ask the FERPA Professor
Jun 10, 2020
Does tuition money added to student paychecks count as financial aid under FERPA?

light blue background with an illustrated virus rolling in from the left and knocking over books like dominoes — During pandemic, institutions seize opportunity for change
Jun 2, 2020
Professional networks, standards, and consensus matter more during challenging times.

cartoon businesswomen with various icons radiating out from her — What, exactly, does a registrar do?
Jun 1, 2020
A primer on the ten (million) roles of a registrar.

two females talking to one another while smiling at the other — Ensuring the Registrar's voice is heard
May 29, 2020
Collaboration, multiculturalism, and more. An interview with Mary Callahan.

female works on laptop while smiling on the phone — Field Notes: Analog connections in a digital world
May 15, 2020
Research shows benefits to various forms of communication.

scale with a graduation cap on one side and a potato sack of money on the opposite side — Black Americans and the student loan crisis
May 1, 2020
Recommendations for institutions and the federal government.

woman sitting serenely near window while wearing headphones and drinking tea — Preserving mental health in a time of uncertainty
Apr 19, 2020
Handling fear, helplessness, agitation, boredom with music, gratitude, and other proven mood-shifters.

male in a salmon colored dress shirt smiles while working on his laptop — Feeling thoughtful? Inspired? Write for an AACRAO journal
Apr 18, 2020
Take this time to stretch your imagination and build your resume.

solid blue border with various images of AACRAO members and staff in their homes with the text overlay; "AACRAO #IStayHome" — AACRAO staff share stay-at-home survival strategies
Apr 7, 2020
Lessons learned from three weeks of mandatory telework.

illustrated business figure stands on top a giant clipboard as another figure writes on the clipboard with an oversized pencil — Transcript practice resources: Name changes, disciplinary actions, and more
Apr 6, 2020
Guidance from the updated Academic Record and Transcript Guide.

office setting: a tense-faced woman holding up her hand to her colleague — Field Notes: 6 strategies for dealing with conflict at work
Apr 3, 2020
How to handle interpersonal tension.

illustration of business figure pushing arrow in a u-turn — Pivot!: Registrars’ tight maneuvers in the face of COVID-19
Mar 23, 2020
There will be no 'return to normal' after this. Could that be good for higher ed?

von Munkwitz Smith and Tremblay headshots — College & University Journal announces new editor-in-chief
Mar 22, 2020
Jeff von Munkwitz-Smith will retire this spring; Dr. Christopher Tremblay begins this summer.

man sitting at laptop with child on lap — Field Notes: Telecommuting during a pandemic
Mar 18, 2020
10 tips to staying sane and productive.

sad man at desk with party hat on lighting candle on cupcake — Field Notes: Cake, communication, and the hidden costs of emotional labor
Mar 9, 2020
Tips for dealing with difficult feelings in the workplace.

illustration of two people looking at calendar surrounded by piles of coins, graphs and magnifying glass — A SEM project management tool
Feb 10, 2020
How to manage the intricate, codependent, and time-sensitive processes that accompany any SEM plan.

bookshelves filled with academic works — AACRAO Journals: Scholarship for our professions
Jan 27, 2020
Learn more about the content—and how you can contribute. Both C&U and SEMQ welcome member submissions.

young black woman and older white man looking at paperwork in office — Field Notes: Deconstructing ageism in the workplace
Jan 27, 2020
All generations have gifts and blind spots.

notebook with "2020 New YEar's Resolutions" written on it with 5 numbers, next to a cup of coffee and a pen — 5 practical & potent professional resolutions
Jan 13, 2020
Start today and make 2020 the year for career transformation.

female with glasses askew and donut in mouth appears stressed looking at computer while boss points at watch — Field Notes: When "do more with less" becomes too much to ask
Jan 12, 2020
Personal and professional wellbeing in the age of enrollment decline.

five smiling people sitting around a meeting table — Make your office the best place to work
Jan 10, 2020
In this era of professional mobility, how do you cultivate and keep reliable, long-term staff?

businessperson sitting at desk with burned matchtop for a head — Stop doing too much
Jan 10, 2020
Set boundaries at work to be more effective and happier.

board with post-it notes on three sections: do, doing, done — Field Notes: A project management tool for SEM
Dec 15, 2019
A living SEM project management system for multiple, simultaneous, and interdependent projects.

glass piggy bank with a variety of green buildings inside — An alternative to college "choice" models
Dec 15, 2019
A more organic framework for understanding whether and where students go to college.

two people standing behind a podium — Re-envisioning Graduate Enrollment Management
Dec 2, 2019
A revenue-based approach to GEM that lead to increased enrollment.

group of office colleagues laugh while playing foosball — Field Notes: 4 ways to create a fun workplace
Dec 2, 2019
Wait. Can those two words go in the same sentence -- "fun" and "work"? This registrar says yes.

2019 SEM-Q editorial board pose for a group photo — SEMQ recognizes editorial board members
Nov 18, 2019
Outgoing, current, and new members provide a valuable contribution to the field.

illustration of new employee surrounded by hands clapping and thumbs up — How to be successful at your new SEM job
Nov 18, 2019
The basic and often unspoken rules to succeed in a new job.

people sitting in an event space with brown backed chairs — Remove policy and procedural barriers to access
Nov 4, 2019
9 questions to help you find and address issues hindering students and the institution.

Sara Goldrick-Rab speaking from a stage with white cushioned chairs behind her — Housing, food, or tuition? The new economics of college
Nov 4, 2019
SEM's opening plenary speaker, Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab, discussed meeting students' basic needs with a culture of caring.

cartoon silhouettes pose for a group photo on the beach — Field Notes: Team bonding -- not another day at the office
Oct 18, 2019
A trip to the shore helped this team connect.

paper that says "I can't" with scissors cutting off the "t" — How students know they belong
Sep 23, 2019
One community college learned that communications can impart a growth mindset from the start.

cartoon figure standing at the beginning of a twisting path — Reimagining degree progression
Sep 22, 2019
Structural barriers can slow down or even halt degree progression. Registrars have a crucial role to play.

mother and daughter sit cross legged on a couch and meditate — Field Notes: 5 self-care dedications you can start today
Sep 21, 2019
Higher ed professionals can often be self-sacrificing. These practices can help.

male in disheveled suit sits on a step with his head hung low — Survey: Getting back on track after job loss
Aug 26, 2019
Research on academic leaders who derailed. Has this happened to you?

male smiles and talks with his hands on a video call while sitting on a couch — Field Notes: Teleworking in higher education
Aug 26, 2019
7 research-based benefits for why we should all consider a remote working environment

the text "international scholarship opportunities" is visible at the bottom of the frame with an image of a globe connected by intersecting lines above the text — Scholarship opportunities abroad: Thailand
Aug 12, 2019
A resource for building internationalization strategies and international enrollment management.

North Idaho College's campus next to a body of water on a sunny day with blue skies — Redefining community college recruitment
Jul 29, 2019
A low-cost strategy that significantly increased matriculation and eased registration at one Idaho school.

cluttered desk with a range of items such as glasses, pens, papers, smartphone, and more scattered — Field Notes: The empowerment of accepting the mess
Jul 2, 2019
Navigating competing demands and moving through change is messy. Embrace it.

3mm-300x200 — 3-minute mentor: Growing your career when moving isn’t an option
Jun 24, 2019
Finding personal satisfaction and directions for development.

Female dressed in active wear as she sits with her eyes closed in a meditative pose. — Field Notes: Balancing work while earning a doctorate
May 23, 2019
5 strategies for staying sane.

chalk board with a list of questions and statements — IELTS research grant opportunities
May 14, 2019
The International English Language Testing System offers funding for research in linguistics and language education.

person circles the word "now" with a whiteboard marker and the words next week, tomorrow, and later are crossed out — Field Notes: 4 ways to find time for your "If only we had time" project list
May 10, 2019
What's that one project your really want to get to but keep having to put off? Try these strategies to make headway.

outline of a head with a lightbulb overlayed faces another outline of a head with a growing tree overlayed and the text "AACRAO 3 minute mentor" displayed — 3 minute mentor: From blue collar work to higher education
Apr 29, 2019
How a strong work ethic and the practice of gratitude spurred one professional's career growth.

older female dressed in a suit leans against a book case while holding a portfolio book — Porfolio review: A strategy for admitting diverse graduate students
Apr 27, 2019
Graduate programs often place a disproportional emphasis on GRE, despite evidence that it may be a weak predictor of success.

male in glasses stretches his back as he sits at a desk with a laptop, papers, phone, and tablet visible — Balancing work, life, and volunteerism
Apr 26, 2019
Insights for how to maintain health, prioritize your values, and support yourself and your staff.

cartoon red monster with horns says sorry — Sorry, not sorry: 9 tips for overapologizers
Apr 26, 2019
Strategies and reasons to change the reflexive use of "sorry."

blonde female smiles at the camera — AACRAO proudly recognizes the first recipient of the Nathanson Research Fund for International Education, Laura Parson
Apr 14, 2019
Read about her EDGE research in Hungary, and learn about another research funding opportunity from IELTS (English-language testing).

Male speaker at the front of a room with seven panelists seated at a table next to him — First Time at AACRAO?
Apr 2, 2019
Get past the jitters of being new and feel empowered.

the text "Guide to Best Practices: Articulation Agreements" displayed next to arrows pointing in opposite directions — Guide to Best Practices: Articulation Agreements
Apr 2, 2019
Read it here, and join your fellow Transfer Articulation colleagues Wednesday, April 3, at the 2019 AACRAO Annual Meeting to learn more about the guide.

male speaker in a pink dress shirt and grey vest gestures with his hands from behind a podium — Seven Habits of Highly Effective Administrators
Apr 2, 2019
Applying the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People to our work as administrators in the higher education field.

The subtle art of graduate enrollment management

Mar 4, 2019

The marriage of academia and student success. PLUS: the brave new world of stackable credentials.

Two people dressed in business formal clothing review something on a tablet together — Field Notes: Tips for building meaningful relationships at work
Mar 4, 2019
Strong and satisfying relationships take work. Start today to make a difference in your career and in someone else’s.

Three cartoon figures work together to put out a fire with a stop watch visible in the background — Registrars: Solving university crises (since at least 1910)
Feb 19, 2019
How the role evolved alongside the student record. Plus, what the Violent Femmes have to say about it.

black male student looks at his phone while carrying his backpack — How can dual enrollment better serve underrepresented students?
Feb 18, 2019
The population that could benefit the most seems to be least likely to take advantage.

"for the record, AACRAO" is displayed on top of a blue envelope background and a photo of a man wearing headphones with a radio microphone is to the right of that — "For the Record" episode 1 and "Admit It" episodes 1-3 available for streaming
Feb 4, 2019
Admissions podcast unpacks diversity on campuses; Registrar podcast explores how the role of the registrar has evolved.

Illustration of hands typing on a laptop with various office supplies scattered around the work space. — Seeking volunteers for the SEM Quarterly Journal Editorial Board
Jan 30, 2019
To indicate your interest, please respond by March 5, 2019.

beige, turquoise, and auburn stripes are mirrored on either side of the image with the text "change" displayed in the middle along with lightning bolts — Successful leadership styles: Leading through change
Jan 30, 2019
“Transparency leads to trust, trust leads to collaboration, and collaboration leads to student success."

two people negotiate while a third signs a document — Reflections from Negotiated Rulemaking
Jan 22, 2019

9 matches arranged in a line progressing from completely black and burnt to just slightly burned — Field Notes: Job burnout: Whose responsibility is it?
Jan 18, 2019
As architects of workplace culture, managers have a role to play in addressing systemic stress.

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Jan 7, 2019
Four strategies for growth when opportunities seem limited.

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Jan 7, 2019
AACRAO’s College & University and SEM Quarterly Journals are seeking manuscript submissions for 2019.

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Jan 7, 2019
You don’t have to be an extrovert (hot tip within), and you don’t have to have all the answers.

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Dec 10, 2018
Admit It: Ep 1 explores higher ed as a partisan issue, test optional, enrollment goal struggles, and the admissions director survey. PLUS: 8 other podcasts to boost your career.

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Dec 10, 2018
One higher ed professional offers realistic, hard-won wisdom about working through crisis.

photo taken from the perspective of the Lincoln memorial looking at the reflection pool and Washington monument at sunset — Reflections on SEM: 3 catalysts for change
Dec 10, 2018
AACRAO President (and first-time SEM Conference attendee) Tina Falkner shares her takeaways.

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Dec 10, 2018
Connect professional development with academic programs and processes.

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Nov 27, 2018
Opportunities to cross train staff, improve student outreach, and build important relationships with other institutions.

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Nov 26, 2018
The SEM closing plenary speaker reminded the audience that they are the gatekeepers to students dreams.

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Nov 26, 2018
Common concerns and a helpful strategy for shifting perspective.

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Sep 18, 2018
The University of Arizona’s high-impact, low-cost solution awards several million dollars in scholarships each year.

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Sep 2, 2018
Understanding the common values of those who leave their communities to pursue postsecondary degrees can lead to more effective outreach in rural areas.

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Sep 2, 2018
One admissions officer's effort to challenge the status quo of sitting.

Cartoon business women walking up a set of stairs with her shadow showing her wearing a cape and carrying a trophy. — Field Notes: Advice on career development for young professionals
Aug 20, 2018
How to seek leadership opportunities, expand your knowledge and skill set, and cultivate your interests.

Light blue illustrated laptop with dozens of email and letter icons circling the monitor. — How much does the switch to electronic transcripts cost?
Aug 20, 2018
Cost-benefit analysis of paper and electronic transcripts.

Illustrated female figure looking confused with several red question marks floating above her head. — 5 institutional factors students consider when transferring
Aug 20, 2018
Highlight your school’s strengths when developing recruitment and marketing materials for transfer students.

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Aug 3, 2018
SEMQ seeks manuscripts based on original research or practice in strategic enrollment management, demonstrating familiarity with strategic enrollment management (SEM) concepts.

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Aug 3, 2018
"Our work is important and meaningful for students, and our organizations are critical to maintaining consistency in higher education, and being innovative in solving higher education issues," writes Arturo Torres, AACRAO Leadership attendee.

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Aug 3, 2018
Working adult students represent one of the largest opportunities to change the economic landscape and workforce in America. Learn about the strategies Wyoming is using to meet the needs of adult students and meet its attainment goal.

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Jul 23, 2018
The registrar has a critical role in academic policy writing.

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Jul 23, 2018
4 steps to leverage social media to amplify your career.

Student and transfer-institution Bill of Rights released

Jul 9, 2018

The new “Transfer-Institution Bill of Rights and Responsibilities” provide Institutions with 11 responsibilities and rights when dealing with transfer.

Female standing as she speaks to audience members. — Opening the gate to transfer
Jul 9, 2018
Many students who complete their transfer requirements do not make it ‘through the gate’ to a university. Why?

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Jun 5, 2018
How institutions can grapple with uncertainty and promise in the global higher education environment.

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Jun 4, 2018
Tips from an expert, and an invitation to AACRAO’s regional traveling admissions leadership workshop in Massachusetts.

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Jun 4, 2018
Are you required to process a disclosure request, even if its misleading?

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Jun 4, 2018
AACRAO and EDUCAUSE partner to catalyze student access and success.

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Jun 4, 2018
Effective strategies vary depending on school type, according to a recent article in C&U.

Illustration of a book with leaves growing out of the ground like a tree and the text "SEMQ" written at the base of the trunk. — AACRAO's SEM journal redesign: Greater impact, easier citation
Jun 4, 2018
The latest issue of SEM Quarterly addresses women in SEM leadership, how campus environments impact college choice and persistence, and more.

Unknown Portrait of An AACRAO Professional — Wang Chao joins AACRAO International as Summer Institute faculty member
May 21, 2018

Figure wearing a backpack as they walk along a narrow path with sheer drops on either side. — The rapidly changing nature of community college
May 21, 2018
Moving from smorgasboard to success.

Illustration of an CPU. — Credential Engine improves credential transparency, literacy, and decision-making
May 18, 2018
Institutions can create a free account to publish all types of credentials in a common language on a cloud-based Registry, allowing institutions to better understand what sets them apart. Learn how.

Welcome to three new AACRAO SEM-EP evaluators

May 8, 2018

A veteran, an athlete, and a scholar step up to share colleagues’ SEM journey.

Set of hands typing on a laptop while also holding a smartphone. — 5 findings on colleges & universities' readiness for the GDPR
May 7, 2018
Top issues ahead of the May 25th implementation of Europe's new privacy regulation.

Does your data have a purpose?

May 7, 2018

Negotiating the what, how, and why of one of your institution’s most valuable assets.

Photo of a smiling male speaker wearing a blue vest. — Registrar 201 revamped
Apr 24, 2018
The new format used case studies and discussion to analyze actual situations in which records and registration professionals find themselves.

Desk with a keyboard visible along with a spiraled notebook with the following words on the cover; "FAFSA, free application for federal student aid". — Looking back: One year into the new FAFSA filing timeline
Apr 9, 2018
What the data says so far.

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Feb 27, 2018
How lingering students can stretch need-based aid policy.

black leather bound book titled "systemic discrimination" — Coded language creates barriers to graduate school diversity
Feb 12, 2018
How faculty concerns about "quality" reinforce inequality and racism, and other myths about diversity recruiting.

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Nov 13, 2017
After four-year decline, FAFSAs filed by all applicants through June 30 are up 6 percent in 2017.

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Oct 17, 2017
Whether it's a career crisis, work burn-out, or just being in a rut, here are some tips for rekindling your professional passion.

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Sep 5, 2017
A summary of the free programs currently offered by six states and two cities.

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Jul 24, 2017
When fall arrives, you'll be prepared.

Photo of a book titled "Financial Literacy" whose cover is handwritten and decorated using colored marker. — Financial Literacy: Help students help themselves
Mar 7, 2017
How registrars and admissions officers can help students understand debt management.

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Nov 15, 2016
Professional development opportunities--live and interactive or archived for your convenience.

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Sep 20, 2016
An update on initiatives

Image of a clock fades into an image of a calendar. — Time management tips from NEACRAO
Sep 20, 2016

Stack of books with a jar of money labeled "college" visible in front of the books. — OFSA responds to questions about the new FAFSA
Sep 6, 2016
FAQs from AACRAO's recent webinar.

Person driving their car on a stretch of road with no other cars visible. — 3 misconceptions about the 2017-2018 FAFSA
Jun 28, 2016
Truths for admissions "road warriors"

Students studying books with a transparent screen of graphs and charts visible in front of each student. — The future of higher education: Accreditation, financial aid, and more
May 17, 2016
Notes from a conversation with David Bergeron at AACRAO's Annual Meeting.

Yellow Post-It with the words "be prepared" written on it and a mug of coffee and keyboard visible next to it. — Is your campus ready for the 2017-2018 FAFSA?
May 3, 2016
Take these financial aid and admissions questions into consideration as you develop your plan.

A male and female, both dressed in suits, standing at a podium as though they are presenting. — Preparing for FAFSA '17-'18
Apr 5, 2016
Changes meant to help students may challenge schools

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Feb 23, 2016
A new student aid enforcement unit set up by the Dept of Ed.

Glass jar of change labelled "college fund" sitting on a kitchen countertop. — Reframing the college debt conversation: Is college worth it?
Oct 20, 2015
Study: Any borrowing decreased the value graduates ascribed to their college experience. An AACRAO member says that isn't the whole picture.

Pie chart with the largest section labeled "financial aid" while the other sections lack a label. — Demystifying the FAFSA
Sep 22, 2015
AACRAO members react to the new application process' strengths and weaknesses.

Sen. Warren to reintroduce student loan refinancing bill

Sep 9, 2014

The bill would allow those with existing student loans to refinance their federal loans down to the current lower rates.

AACRAO presents 150% Direct Loan Webinars

Jul 29, 2014

The U.S. Education Department, in co-sponsorship with AACRAO and the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), will hold a joint webinar series on the requirements for the 150% time limit for Direct Subsidized L ...

Admissions professionals: How to succeed in the new economy

Jan 28, 2014

How can we balance the students' needs and budgets with the financial viability of institutions?

Need or merit-based aid? A philosophical question at the heart of higher ed

Oct 29, 2013

Some argue that the growth in merit-based aid has come at the expense of need-based aid to low-income students and therefore has worked at cross purposes to the access agenda.

Is financial aid broken?

Aug 27, 2013

Congress divided on how to avoid doubling of student loan interest rates

Aug 23, 2013

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