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There are many challenges facing the business of higher education in 2025, but some of them can be addressed if we simply join together to amplify our voices. Today, NACUBO board members and staff took our voices to Capitol Hill, engaging with policymakers on numerous legislative proposals that will shape the future of students and institutions alike. We didn’t just speak—we listened, we learned, and most importantly, we took action. #HigherEducation

NACUBO President and CEO Kara Freeman, CAE’s Statement on the Department of Education Executive Order: "Today’s executive order by the White House to largely dismantle the U.S. Department of Education only adds to the turbulence colleges and universities are experiencing and the uncertainty students and families are facing at this critical time in the academic year. We remain deeply concerned about key elements of the department’s portfolio, such as the processing of federal student aid, aid to institutions, and the tracking of data that is so important to institutional decision-making. Most troubling is that these collective actions involving the department could cause enough confusion to discourage students and families from considering a path to college." https://lnkd.in/e7_88aAi #HigherEducation

More is possible with higher education. From advancing research to driving economic development, the benefits of higher education extend beyond its role in educating students. NACUBO’s new research-based infographics help to tell the story of the many contributions colleges and universities make and the benefits of earning a college degree. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/exWR7Ap2 #HigherEducation #HigherEd

At today's Salute to Association Excellence event, the Change With Analytics Playbook, developed by Association for Institutional Research (AIR), EDUCAUSE, and NACUBO, won gold in the best book/manual/catalog category. The playbook features 16 action-focused play that support colleges and universities in building and maintaining capacity for data and analytics. I'm proud of our award--and even more proud of the support this playbook provides to higher education institutions and students. You can access the playbook here: https://lnkd.in/e8ks7u9S

Statement by NACUBO President and CEO Kara Freeman, CAE on widespread layoffs at the Department of Education: “The news of massive layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education sows more chaos and uncertainty. Colleges and universities are left with more questions than answers: Who will process the millions of student aid applications for the coming academic year? How will the institutional aid that is so critical to Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, and other Minority Serving Institutions be managed? Who will provide assistance to those institutions handling compliance issues or the data that is so critical to institutional decision-making? The inability to answer any of these questions will cause unprecedented uncertainty for institutional planning, and the chaos will cause immense confusion for students and families, discouraging them from considering a path to college or applying for readily available aid. More than 1,000 public servants at this agency will soon be out of work. This decision is extremely short-sighted and will undoubtedly lead to unintended consequences.” https://lnkd.in/efhRyvKb #HigherEducation #HigherEd #StudentSuccess

We are so pleased to congratulate NACUBO President and CEO Kara Freeman, CAE on her recognition by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education as one of the top 40 influential women in higher education! https://bit.ly/3ZMAfq5

The research partnership between universities and the federal government contributes in countless ways to our national economy and security. Facilities and administrative costs are essential research operating costs. This video will help you understand and appreciate the integral role that federal indirect cost reimbursement, and related cost contributions from universities, play in research activities and discoveries.     Watch video: https://lnkd.in/eGFwjf3T Developed by: American Council on Education, Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), Association of American Universities (AAU), NACUBO, and the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR). #HigherEducation #indirectcostsarerealcosts #researchadministration #federalresearchpolicy

Curious about the career paths, responsibilities, and aspirations of chief business officers in #HigherEducation? The latest edition of NACUBO’s National Profile of Higher Education Chief Business Officers provides valuable insights—and we’re diving into them in a special crossover episode of our podcasts, CBO Speaks and NACUBO in Brief! Join host Donna Schiele and NACUBO’s Bryan Dickson as they unpack key findings with Agnes Scott College's Nicole Long and South Florida State College's Peter S. Elliott, CPA. Listen in for a dynamic conversation on the evolving role of CBOs and what’s ahead for #HigherEd leaders! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dHhGJrnV

Whether you're a higher ed leader, finance professional, or simply curious about how endowments support colleges and universities and their students and faculty, NACUBO's 2025 Endowment Leadership Series is for you! Take a deep dive into endowment and investment management during this seven-part series timed with the release of the 2024 NACUBO-Commonfund Study of Endowments. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e7qhrqEV #HigherEducation #HigherEducationLeadership

NACUBO is heading to Achieving the Dream’s DREAM Annual Convening this February! We’re excited to connect with institutional leaders and share insights on business and finance practices. Here’s where you can find us: 🔹 DREAM Studio Workshop – In collaboration with Ascendium, we’ll explore innovative strategies for student success. 🔹 Concurrent Session with Atlantic Cape Community College – Learn how financial and student success leaders can work together to improve outcomes. 🔹 Exhibit Booth – Stop by to discover NACUBO’s tools and resources designed to support student-centered strategic finance. Hope to see you at DREAM 2025! #HigherEd #StudentSuccess #StrategicFinance #NACUBO #ATDDREAM