North East Association of Institutional Research [NEAIR]

VOTE NOW --- The 2024 NEAIR Election closes Monday, October 7th! On Monday, September 23rd, NEAIR sent all current members an email from NEAIR announcing the election was open. Please check your junk or spam folder if you did not see this email.   The Slate of Candidates is available on the About>Election>2024   If you've already voted, thank you!! If not, please cast your vote today by clicking on the link in the email or by logging into the NEAIR Member Portal and following this path: Members Area>Members Menus: Engagement>Elections>2024 NEAIR Slate of Candidates   The last day to vote is Monday, October 7, 2024.   The 2024 Nominating Committee

Conference Registration is Now Open! Early bird registration for the 51st Annual NEAIR Conference, with a theme of "inspIRe, aspIRe: Building an IR Community for the Next 50 Years", is now open.    This is a conference you won't want to miss, with all the traditional offerings we know, love, and look forward to, along with a few special additions based on member feedback and suggestions. The Program at a Glance (PAAG) as well as the  full slate of workshops and sessions is available now on the Conference website. Don't miss out - early bird registration closes soon!    Join us in November for a few days of inspiration, education, and camaraderie! Register for the 51st NEAIR Annual Conference in Newport RI: https://lnkd.in/e_xykTZm

Fund Your NEAIR Pre-Conference Workshop on Us!! Are you attending the upcoming NEAIR Annual Conference in Newport, RI? Take advantage of the Skills Development Grant to fund your participation in pre-conference workshops! This year, we're offering up to $200 to help cover the cost of your professional development.    Apply by Monday, September 30 for consideration.   If you have any questions, please contact Karen Egypt at kegypt@umd.edu.   Skills Development Grant Application: https://lnkd.in/einBi9PA

Dear Colleague, We are delighted to present the 2024 slate of NEAIR leadership candidates. These individuals are dedicated NEAIR members with an abundance of experience and skills that will serve our organization well in the coming years! Profiles of our 2024 candidates are available on the NEAIR website via the following path: About > Elections > 2024 NEAIR Slate of Candidates. After reading about our talented and enthusiastic candidates, please cast your vote using the link at the bottom of this message. You will need to login to your NEAIR account to participate in the election. VOTING DEADLINE: Monday, October 7, 2024 If you encounter difficulties with the site, please contact Brenda Bretz (neair@neair.org) or click on the “contact” link at the top of the website. Please feel free to contact the Nominating Committee with any questions about the election.    Thank you to all the nominators, nominees, and THANK YOU for taking the time to vote! The NEAIR 2024 Nominating Committee Alexander Yin, Vice Provost for Strategic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Nominating Committee Chair & NEAIR Immediate Past President Amy Boudreaux-George, Senior Research Associate, Bunker Hill Community College Suhua Dong, Director of Institutional Analysis, Gettysburg College Rachel Groenhout, Director of Data & Change Management, Colby College Jordan Knicely, Research Analyst, University at Albany, SUNY Kathleen McGreal, Senior Research Analyst, Tufts University Tammy Silva, Director of Institutional Research and Assessment, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth You will need to login to participate in the election: https://lnkd.in/eAaYU-Yx

Accepting applications for the Memorial Conference Grant. NEAIR is pleased announce that the call for applications for the Memorial Conference Grant is now open.   Memorial Conference Grants are awarded to current members in honor of a deceased NEAIR member who made significant contributions to the organization. The intent of this program is to financially support members who would otherwise not be able to attend the conference, particularly individuals who plan to share their knowledge and expertise with the NEAIR community.   Grants are awarded to up to three NEAIR members to help defray the costs of attending the Annual Conference. Each award is worth up to $1000. More awards may be awarded with smaller amounts, depending on resources available and applicants' budget.   Submissions are due by September 23rd. Recipients will be notified by the NEAIR conference early bird registration deadline about the outcome of their application.   For more information, including documents needed as part of the application and eligibility requirements, visit Memorial Conference Grant: https://lnkd.in/eZ3iidF9   If you have any questions, please contact Karen Egypt at kegypt@umd.edu

Register Now for our September Networking Event! Don’t miss the September 2024 NEAIR Membership Networking Event via Zoom on Thursday, September 19th at 10AM.    This month's topic is Unlocking the Student Engagement Puzzle: Data Access, Analysis, and Building Strong Partnerships.    Mark your calendar and register now! https://lnkd.in/eYbVNvfr

Conference Registration is Now Open! Early bird registration for the 51st Annual NEAIR Conference, with a theme of "inspIRe, aspIRe: Building an IR Community for the Next 50 Years", is now open.    This is a conference you won't want to miss, with all the traditional offerings we know, love, and look forward to, along with a few special additions based on member feedback and suggestions. The Program at a Glance (PAAG) as well as the full slate of workshops and sessions is available now on the Conference website.    Join us in November for a few days of inspiration, education, and camaraderie! 51st Annual NEAIR Conference: https://lnkd.in/e2R342iG The Program at a Glance: https://lnkd.in/eTv4jZ55 The full slate of workshops: https://lnkd.in/eQH6Wp8f Register for the 51st NEAIR Annual Conference in Newport RI: https://lnkd.in/e_xykTZm

There's still time to register! Come join us on September 11th from 10-11:30 and learn about "Unlocking Data Maturity: Transforming Academic Decision-Making Through Actionable Insights with Brad Coverdal. $40 for NEAIR Members and $75 for non-members. Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/dBDztXQT

Reminder to apply for Membership Grant! Applications for a Membership Grant are now being accepted, with rolling monthly deadlines.   The MEMBERSHIP GRANT provides financial support as a mutual benefit to individuals who face difficulty renewing or paying for NEAIR membership due to lack of financial support from their institution, particularly those individuals actively supporting the NEAIR community through sharing their knowledge and expertise.   This grant is awarded as a discounted membership rate up to half of the professional membership fee subject to available funds. Please review the eligibility requirements to see if you should apply for a Membership Grant.   If you have any questions, please contact Karen Egypt at kegypt@umd.edu. The Membership Grant Information: https://lnkd.in/eR-dwJ7F

Come join us on September 11th from 10-11:30 and learn about "Unlocking Data Maturity: Transforming Academic Decision-Making Through Actionable Insights with Brad Coverdal. $40 for NEAIR Members and $75 for non-members. Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/dBDztXQT