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Neg Reg on State Authorization, Distance Ed, Accreditation and Other Topics Fails to Reach Consensus, ED to Write Significant Changes | Policy Matters (March 2024)

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As institutions navigate shifting priorities and growing demands, investing in your team’s skills ensures you stay ahead — enhancing performance, boosting innovation, and building long-term institutional strength. Equip your team with access to high-quality professional development at significant savings.
MEMS 2025 | Marketing, Enrollment Management, and Student Success Conference | December 2-4, 2025 | Boston, MA | #MEMS2025

2025 MEMS: Marketing, Enrollment Management, and Student Success Conference | December 2-4, 2025 | Boston, MA

MEMS is the premier event for leaders and practitioners responsible for online and professional continuing education marketing and enrollment management at colleges and universities around the world. For over 30 years, MEMS has drawn professionals from institutions of all sizes...
2026 UPCEA Digital Teaching & Learning Conference (DT&L) | Virtual | February 4-5, 2026

2026 Digital Teaching & Learning Conference (DT&L) | February 4-5, 2026 | Virtual

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UPCEA 2026 Annual Conference | April 15-17, 2026 | New Orleans, LA

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SOLAR 2026 | Summit for Online Leadership and Administration | July 29-31, 2026 | Boston, MA

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Convergence: Credential Innovation in Higher Education | September 29-October 1, 2025 | Washington, DC | A joint presentation by UPCEA and AACRAO

2025 Convergence: Credential Innovation in Higher Education | September 29 – October 1, 2025 | Washington, DC

Convergence: Credential Innovation in Higher Education explores emerging trends and institutional models in the evolving field of alternative credentials. This unique event brings together professionals from diverse backgrounds to connect, exchange ideas, and spark innovation. Through thought-provoking general sessions, interactive...
Leaning Forward: Innovating Through Disruption | South Region Salon | September 9, 2025 | 1- 4 PM ET

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Chowda, Change and ChatGPT: AI on New England Campuses | UPCEA New England Region Salon | August 7, 2025 | 1:00-4:00 PM ET | Virtual | Register now

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