Regional public colleges also showed strong growth, says AASCU President @drchuckwelch.bsky.social in a @washingtonpost.com article, noting increased enrollment at rural institutions and public HBCUs.
Read more about college enrollment hitting a 10-year high: tinyurl.com/3kmjzhyp (sub. req.)
#RPUs
Join the conversation shaping the future of regional public universities at #AASCU25 in Nashville, TN, Nov. 14–17!
Speakers include Walter Parkes, producer and education innovator, and Rico Munn, CSU Pueblo interim president.
Register and learn more: tinyurl.com/6xmwytyf
#HigherEd #Leadership #RPUs
Still time to register!
Sept. 16–17, D.C.: Join AASCU’s symposium on how #RPUs can address teacher shortages. Two days of panels, workshops, collaboration to strengthen teacher prep pathways.
Register now: tinyurl.com/5y99p8yx
#HigherEd #TeacherEducation
"A truly great college isn’t one that preserves privilege. It’s one that creates opportunity," writes AASCU President and CEO Chuck Welch in his latest op-ed for Forbes.com.
Read more: tinyurl.com/36pvs2w7
#HigherEd #Policy #RPUs
On #HigherEducationDay, we celebrate the vital role of regional public universities in shaping the future.
AASCU is proud to advocate for and support the work of #RPUs across the country.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/4y4dc68t
#StudentSuccess
This AAPI Heritage Month, we recognize the impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities and the regional public universities that serve them. Many AANAPISIs are #RPUs, reflecting the regions they call home.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/vmwfnw8b
#AAPIHM #AANHPIHM #HigherEd
🎉 We are proud to welcome 11 new and returning member institutions! We look forward to having them join our collective effort to expand access and drive meaningful impact in public higher education.
#HigherEd #RPUs #StudentSuccess
🎖️ This #MilitaryAppreciationMonth, we honor veterans and the RPUs supporting them. In 2022–2023, nearly 110K used Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits at RPUs, totaling over $827 million invested in their education. We're proud to support those who have served!
#StudentVeterans #HigherEd #RPUs
AASCU’s Council of State Representatives met today in Washington, DC, for a day of policy dialogue and insight on the future of public #HigherEd. Thanks to our expert speakers and staff for helping to advance advocacy and leadership across the sector!
#Policy #RPUs
#AASCUonTheHill is underway! Campus leaders are in Washington, DC, advocating for regional public universities (RPUs) and their role in workforce development.
Explore all of AASCU’s issue summaries on RPUs: tinyurl.com/47xya7ab
#HigherEd #RPUs
Day 1 of #AASCUonTheHill is here! Presidents, chancellors, and campus leaders from across the country are in Washington, DC, to advocate for regional public universities and the future of higher ed.
Let’s get to work!
#HigherEd #RPUs
Join us tomorrow at 2 p.m. ET for @chronicle.com's virtual forum, “Regional Universities and Work-Force Development.” Hear from AASCU’s Chuck Welch and member presidents from Eastern Oregon University and Central Connecticut State University.
🎓 Register: tinyurl.com/4txw4znc
#HigherEd #RPUs
Pell Grants support millions at #RPUs, but funding is now threatened. Join us in D.C. for #AASCUonTheHill to share your institution’s story and advocate for stronger federal investment in #highered!
Register: tinyurl.com/5xz6ecza
#PreservePell Issue Summary: tinyurl.com/mrycds7y
❗There's still time to register for #AASCUontheHill❗
Share your story about the impact of your institution & help Congress see why federal investments in higher ed are crucial.
Register now: tinyurl.com/5xz6ecza
#HigherEd #RPUs
Join us Apr. 29–30 in D.C. for AASCU on the Hill! Advocate for regional public universities and meet with Congress to advance key priorities.
🎥Hear from AASCU President and CEO Chuck Welch: tinyurl.com/5e85kxxa
👉Register: tinyurl.com/5xz6ecza
#HigherEd #RPUs #AASCUontheHill
