“As a professional in workforce development and continuing education for over 25 years, I have found it hard to beat the value provided by UPCEA. I am so pleased to be a member and a part of UPCEA!”

"While the field of online and professional education becomes increasingly competitive, UPCEA has maintained its collaborative, entrepreneurial environment, providing endless opportunities for learning and sharing with colleagues across institutions. From conferences, to webinars, to casual conversations, the UPCEA community has been a resource to me and my staff for ideas, innovations, and new perspectives. Together, we've advanced the field of professional education."

"For our employees, UPCEA is the key to career professional development and networking in Online and Continuing Education."

“My teammates and I are grateful for the deep expertise that is embedded in UPCEA’s supportive peer network and the associations’ superb research capabilities. These are invaluable assets as we chart our school’s future direction."

"I have not been part of another organization that can so quickly and easily
connect you with seasoned professionals and growth opportunities."

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"This is going to sound hyperbolic, but my membership in UPCEA has been paramount to the success of the higher education institutions I’ve served. Simply put, the research, resources, workshops, conferences, and professional connections have helped guide my long-term strategic plans and short-term operational approaches. UPCEA membership is a professional “requirement” if you’re in this ever-evolving field and want to advance educational access and equity. That’s on the professional front. On the personal front, I’ve made lifelong friends out of lifelong colleagues, and the annual gatherings of higher education mavericks should not be missed."

"The UPCEA membership benefits that have been invaluable to me are the professional development resources, the benchmarking resources and the UPCEA Hallmarks of Excellence."

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“We are very proud to be members in such a supportive, collaborative and innovative community.”

“Our work with UPCEA, through initiatives like the Council for Credential Innovation and microcredentials, enables industry collaboration to adapt to change and support learners of all ages.”

“At a time of uncertainty and exponential change, UPCEA brings together expertise from across all areas of higher education for the benefit of all."

“UPCEA’s robust network and insightful research continues to help me navigate the dynamic and evolving landscape of higher education.  It has been an invaluable resource for me.”"

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"We are an institutional member of UPCEA based in Ontario, Canada and I can honestly say that UPCEA has been one of the most valuable networks I have ever had the privilege of being a part of."

“UPCEA is an invaluable resource for online program marketing. The connections with my colleagues across the world inspire me with creative new ideas, success stories, lessons learned, and best practices.”

“UPCEA membership adds significant value for anyone involved in developing and delivering market-driven online courses, certificates, and programs.”

“UPCEA has been an incredible resource for our whole division at UW-Whitewater. Our members have brought back many actionable ideas from the main conference, MEMS, DT&L, and Convergence!  The online professional development has also been targeted, relevant, and accessible for our staff.”

"All community colleges and universities would benefit from the expertise in online learning that UPCEA staff and members possess."

“In my opinion, UPCEA is the #1 organization for online and professional continuing education professionals in the country.”

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"I continue to find the collaborative spaces in UPCEA extremely rewarding and hope to keep locating new ways to leverage my skills and grow in the organization."