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The moment to reduce transfer time-to-decision is now. The first step: Accept the Learning Mobility Challenge. Join the institutions leading the way in establishing the time-to-decision benchmark. Accept the AACRAO Learning Mobility Challenge today and start a baseline submission for your institution's data: https://lnkd.in/eDHY6CFG Governors State University University of Minnesota Morris Tennessee Technological University University of Massachusetts Amherst Gonzaga University Texas A&M University-Kingsville West Virginia University University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Texas A&M University–Central Texas University of South Carolina Aiken University of Dayton Anne Arundel Community College   #AACRAO #LearningMobility #LMChallenge

NAFSA and AACRAO members are participating in the Baden Württemberg Seminar in Stuttgart, Germany this week. They are meeting students, touring universities, learning about the unique German education system, and eating some fantastic food! Sponsored by the Baden Württemberg Ministry of Science, Research and the Arts, the week is focused on increasing student exchange between the United States and Baden Württemberg higher education institutions. There are so many wonderful opportunities for US students here! Mark your calendar to apply for next year’s program in Mannheim! #BWSeminar #NAFSA #AACRAO

I’m thrilled to share that Georgia State University has officially launched a new Exchange partnership with the University of Mannheim in Germany! 🇩🇪 🇺🇸 This collaboration is especially meaningful to me because it grew out of conversations during my participation in the Baden-Württemberg Seminar located in Germany. During that visit, I had the pleasure of meeting the amazing Lukas Dausend and discovered just how much our universities have in common. The University of Mannheim also offers a wide range of STEM courses, which aligns perfectly with the growing interest and needs of our study abroad participants here at GSU. I am also excited for this partnership as GSU becomes the University of Mannheim’s first partner in the state of Georgia! A big thanks to everyone that helped with the launch of this partnership. Here’s to the start of a meaningful collaboration and exciting new opportunities ahead! 🌏 #StudyAbroad #GlobalEducation #InternationalPartnerships #GeorgiaStateUniversity #UniversityofMannheim #GlobalEngagement #AACRAO #NAFSA #BWSeminar

The only constant in higher education?  Change – and navigating it requires bold ideas and visionary leadership. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our Pathways 2025 Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mike Simmons! Dr. Mike Simmons, Ph.D., serves as AACRAO’s Associate Executive Director for Strategic Partnerships and Business Development, where he leads initiatives in grants, consulting, corporate partnerships, and credential innovation. He’s a longtime leader in academic innovation, having built online programs, advanced learner records, and led technology and continuing education efforts at top institutions. Dr. Simmons’ talk, “Creating a Student Narrative: Metacognition as the Holy Grail of Education” will explain how higher education can empower students to own, reflect on, and articulate their learning experiences. By connecting academic, co-curricular, and experiential learning, institutions can help learners build meaningful narratives that drive mobility, credentials, and lifelong growth. Pathways registration is NOW OPEN, so don’t wait to get your tickets at the best price of the season! Don’t miss your chance to breakthrough at Pathways 2026! https://lnkd.in/gQ2k4zid

New survey results alert 📊 A new report from AACRAO found that 85% of respondents agree that AI can help make academic operations more efficient and improve outcomes, yet only 11% are actively using AI in academic operations. Read the full report to learn more about the use of AI in academic operations. https://lnkd.in/ebSjn57Q

I had the chance to check "be on a podcast" off my bucket list when I sat down with Loida González Utley on AACRAO's Transfer Tea for “Why Advocate Anyway?” Our conversation grew out of our time together on Capitol Hill during Hill Day—walking office to office, telling students’ stories, and learning (again) that advocacy is rarely straightforward or fast. But it matters. Even when the outcomes aren’t immediate. Even when the process feels complex. Even when our calendars are already overflowing. We talked about what keeps us showing up: 🔹 the students who trust us with their journeys 🔹 the institutions working to remove barriers 🔹 the belief that policy can change—when people are willing to show up and speak up If you’re curious about the “why” behind higher-ed advocacy, or just need a reminder that your voice has impact, I’d love for you to give it a listen. 🎙️ Episode: “Why Advocate Anyway?” on AACRAO's Transfer Tea 🎧 Hosted by: Loida González Utley 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/ggS89ayb Grateful for the conversation—and for everyone out there continuing to push for better pathways for our students.

Do you have higher education compliance experience, particularly with FERPA, NCAA, PSAC, and other federal, state, and institutional regulations? East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is looking for a new University Registrar to join the Enrollment Services team and work closely with the Vice President for Enrollment Management to advance strategic enrollment initiatives supporting student success and retention.       https://lnkd.in/gnng5csR #AACRAO #HigherEd #Leadership

A new report from Ellucian surveyed over 1,500 learners, finding that students are not turning away from higher education but are frustrated by unclear pathways, high costs, and systems that don’t connect to real-world career outcomes. Despite considering higher education a stepping stone to a good career, more than 50% of learners who opt out say affordability is their biggest barrier to completing their degree. To stay up to date on the latest research in higher education, subscribe to Eye on Research to access the blog directly from your inbox.     https://lnkd.in/g-sC3U6W #AACRAO #CollegeAccess #EyeonResearch #Research #HigherEd

Thank you to all who attended the 35th AACRAO Conference for Strategic Enrollment Management in Las Vegas, Nevada. During the Closing Plenary Session, attendees entered their names into a digital spin picker for an opportunity to attend the 36th AACRAO Conference for Strategic Enrollment Management.      Congratulations to Ordonia Baker, Senior Manager of Recruitment at Dallas College, for winning the #SEM2025 grand prize of a complimentary registration to #SEM2026 in Baltimore, Maryland. We look forward to seeing you next year.

Are you a higher education professional with at least two years of experience using Slate to manage admissions, and are looking for a 32-hour-a-week, remote position? Prescott College in Arizona is looking for a new Admissions Data Administrator to manage and maintain its admissions CRM. If you are looking to take on an administrative role in higher education, submit your application today.     https://lnkd.in/ge2cBz7h #Jobs #HigherEd #TechnologicalKnowledge