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The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers is a non-profit, voluntary, professional association working to make higher education more responsive to learners.
Over two days, the AACRAO International Institute at SEM will dive into international credential evaluation, and global education systems. Attend the Institute on its own or add it to your SEM Conference experience. Register now: www.aacrao.org/event/aacrao... #InternationalAdmissions
Have a unique perspective or case study to share? We want to hear from you! Whether you’re leading a session, panel, roundtable, or research presentation, your contribution can help advance higher education. Submit your proposal today: www.aacrao.org/annual-meeti... #AACRAO #CallForProposals
We’re hiring! If you're a student or recent graduate eager to gain practical experience in event planning, logistics, and conference management, submit your application for AACRAO's Meetings Internship. Pay: $20 – $23/hr www.aacrao.org/opportunity/...
AACRAO’s Protecting Student Privacy in Prison Education Programs guide gives higher education institutions practical tools to develop agreements that safeguard student records, clarify data-sharing responsibilities, and uphold FERPA rights. Learn more: www.aacrao.org/programs-ini...
Explore the connection between neuroscience, motivation, and the work of college admissions professionals. This session offers evidence-based strategies to strengthen engagement, reduce burnout, and foster healthier teams and stronger workplace cultures. Register at: www.aacrao.org/webinar/wire...
Kick off your fall professional development planning with #SEM2026. Join us in Baltimore from November 1–4 to collaborate with peers and strengthen your institutional strategies. Secure your early-bird pricing before September 21. www.aacrao.org/sem-conferen... #AACRAOSEM2026 #Conference #HigherEd
We’re hiring! If you're a student or recent graduate eager to gain practical experience in event planning, logistics, and conference management, submit your application for AACRAO's Meetings Internship. Pay: $20 – $23/hr www.aacrao.org/opportunity/...
"Start From Yes" is a national movement urging higher education to reverse the default in transfer credit evaluation by presuming that prior learning counts toward credentials. Join the movement and sign on today! www.aacrao.org/news/start-f... #AACRAO #HigherEd #LearningMobility
Check out the new AACRAO Connect article as we explore what FERPA says about including behavioral or dismissal information on transcripts—and what decisions are left to institutions. Read the full article: www.aacrao.org/news/a-wrigh... #AACRAOConnect #FERPA #HigherEd
Register to join AACRAO's caucus gathering and find your community! Whether it’s your first gathering or your 100th, all AACRAO members are welcome to participate. It’s a great way to get involved, build connections, and grow your AACRAO experience. #AACRAOCaucus
Your AI agents are already talking to each other. Who’s listening? Get a sneak peek at an upcoming AACRAO SEM Conference presentation on AI agent sprawl in enrollment, plus a preview of the great educational sessions and events coming to this year’s conference. Register at: bit.ly/4ya7q7b
Join us this month as AACRAO has a full lineup of opportunities to keep you connected and growing. From webinars and training to events, there are plenty of ways to engage with the higher education community all month long. www.aacrao.org/events-train... #AACRAO #ProfessionalDevelopment #HigherEd
Join AACRAO’s Transfer & Articulation Community of Practice to examine “transfer shock” through research on the academic, social, and emotional challenges that affect transfer student performance and persistence. #TransferStudents #TransferShock #StudentSuccess #TransferCredit #Articulation
Explore core transfer and articulation requirements, examine current trends, and gain practical context for navigating the evolving transfer landscape with AACRAO’s introductory course for professionals new to the field. Register here: www.aacrao.org/training/tra... #Articulation #StudentSuccess
Join us for a two-day workshop that covers international credential evaluation, global education systems, admissions, and transfer credit. The International Institute can be attended standalone or with SEM registration. #InternationalAdmissions #CredentialEvaluation
Early-bird registration is open for the 36th Annual AACRAO Strategic Enrollment Management Conference. Join us in Baltimore to learn, network, and advance higher education at #SEM2026. Register now to access the lowest price available. #ProfessionalDevelopment #HigherEd
August is here, and AACRAO has a full lineup of opportunities to keep you connected and growing. From webinars and training to events, there are plenty of ways to engage with the higher education community all month long. www.aacrao.org/events-train... #AACRAO #ProfessionalDevelopment #HigherEd
Stay informed and engaged in AACRAO's future. Join the AACRAO Board for a Town Hall on the discuss the FY 2027 Budget. Learn about the budget priorities, hear updates from leadership, and take part in the discussion before the budget is finalized and approved. Register at: bit.ly/4fWzyV4
Tomorrow, we're diving into the future of transfer admissions with four live webinars on AI-powered transcript evaluation, transfer credit insights, enrollment strategies, and smarter decision-making. Check out the schedule below and join us! www.aacrao.org/events-train...
Ready for book club? Join the author of "Kuleana" and the AACRAO AANHPI caucus for a genuine and thoughful conversation on the book and discuss connections based on shared experiences. Participants are encouraged to read the book prior to the event, but not required. www.aacrao.org/events-train...
What if improving credit mobility starts with changing how we think about learning? At The Assembly, Juana Sánchez discusses the LEARN Commission's 14 recommendations for improving transfer credit, dual enrollment, and credit for prior learning. aacrao.org/assembly
Summer is here, and AACRAO has a full lineup of opportunities to help you stay connected. From webinars to training and networking opportunities, there are plenty of ways to engage with the higher education community throughout June. www.aacrao.org/events-train... #AACRAO #ProfessionalDevelopment
AACRAO and CAEL are partnering to help institutions strengthen Credit for Prior Learning practices that support both learner opportunity and institutional confidence. Read more: go.aacrao.org/aacraocaelpa... #HigherEd #CreditForPriorLearning #LearningMoblity #StudentSuccess
Transfer is rarely linear. Explore how one school developed transfer-friendly practices to improve credit mobility, reduce time to decision, and support learner success. Practical, student-centered strategies for transfer, evaluation consistency, and learning mobility. #AACRAOAssembly
Can a college share student information related to theft incidents with a contracted food service provider? The latest FERPA Professor examines how the school official exception, legitimate educational interest, and directory information rules apply in a real campus scenario. aacrao.org/connect
How do we create safer spaces for students, colleagues, and ourselves? Join the AACRAO LGBTQIA+ Caucus for a live panel discussion on authenticity, advocacy, and allyship in a challenging political landscape. This session will not be recorded. Register: #[bit.ly/4vlyqPI
New to evaluating military transcripts, or looking for a stronger foundation? Join ACE for an introductory webinar on using the Military Guide with the Joint Service Transcript to better understand military learning and locate college credit recommendations. Register: #[bit.ly/4uds4Bh
Getting a program approved is only the beginning. A new AACRAO Connect article explores what happens when Prison Education Programs move forward before the back-end systems are ready, from records and registration to FERPA, technology, and campus coordination. Read more: go.aacrao.org/pepdesign
Are CPL and CBE siblings, cousins, or frenemies? Attend The Assembly, and join Dr. Marc Booker in exploring how Credit for Prior Learning and Competency-Based Education compare, intersect, and challenge the transfer community to better recognize learning in all its forms. www.aacrao.org/assembly
The May 2026 AACRAO Eye on Research is out now. This month’s roundup covers AI and learners, learning mobility, trust in higher education, and other research shaping the field. Read more: go.aacrao.org/EORMay
