New presidents and chancellors: Join the 2026 New Presidents Academy!
Registration closes July 17: tinyurl.com/3nkkr2ne
Gain leadership development, mentorship from seasoned presidents and chancellors, and a network of peers to support your success.
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In a new op-ed for @hechingerreport.org, AASCU President Chuck Welch and AASCU Board Chair and @oaklandu.bsky.social President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz make the case that America's RPUs are already delivering on the promise of affordable and high-value higher education.
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AASCU Board Chair and @oaklandu.bsky.social President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz has made a $1 million personal philanthropic commitment to support research, innovation, and the arts at the university.
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“At a time of significant change across the higher ed landscape, programs like ELA play a critical role in supporting and preparing the next generation of institutional leaders,” said @drchuckwelch.bsky.social, w/ @cicnotes.bsky.social and American Academic Leadership Institute.
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Trust was the focus of Day 2 at #MLI26. The cohort explored stakeholder engagement, shared governance and higher education policy with leaders from New Jersey City University, @bemidjistate.bsky.social, Prairie View A&M University, and @pennstateberks.bsky.social, plus AASCU's Luis Maldonado.
Day 1 of #MLI26 is in the books! Leaders gathered for discussions on leadership, influence, and the future of higher ed. Thanks to Chuck Welch, Mickey Burnim, Michael Lukens, Karen Zamarripa, Waded Cruzado, Marjorie Hass, and DeRionne Pollard for sharing their expertise. Looking forward to Day 2!
Day 2 of #MLI26 this morning featured insights from Mickey Burnim and Andrés Acebo, plus executive coach Crystal Miller. The cohort explored leadership growth, communication, and self-awareness.
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“MLI has long played a vital role in cultivating a dynamic community of higher education leaders who are prepared to meet the challenges facing our institutions and students," said AASCU President @drchuckwelch.bsky.social
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🌞 Make the most of your summer with AASCU’s professional development opportunities!
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These affordable options enroll 70 percent of the nation’s undergrads and are too often left out in the debate over college affordability
It was a pleasure to welcome @northerniowa1876.bsky.social President Mark Nook and Chief of Staff Oksana Hafermann to AASCU's Washington, D.C., office! We appreciate their leadership and partnership in advancing student success and opportunity.
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