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This weekly newsletter is designed to help higher ups in higher ed do their challenging jobs. It’s a place to play and create, share ideas, and allow leaders to say what they really think. We strive to provide a Saturday morning read that is both insightful and entertaining. Read more here. - Hot Topic Webcasts
Hosted by our editors and with special guests. This month members will enjoy, "The Sandbox (Live!) | Trustees: Can’t Live with ‘Em (But Have to)" on May 2, 2024, at 2 p.m. E.T.
Discover methods for building and sustaining a great working relationship with your governing board. Read more here.
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Dive into a library of in-depth reports and surveys, covering the pressing issues informing higher ed. - Special Invitations to In-person Events
- Daily News Update
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