Networking & Collaboration

AAUA has for over 50 years been connecting and developing higher education professionals. We connect peers facing the same challenges at conferences and seminars. AAUA is a network for administrators at all levels and across all disciplines. We are your all-in-one resource for sharing ideas, requesting feedback, and answering policy-related questions.

Professional Development

Through programs and events, Professional Development is part of AAUA’s mission to improve the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions of individuals engaged in the administration of higher education. We provide a variety of professional development opportunities, including webinars, podcasts, conferences, training programs, and mentoring programs. Customized programs are available when demand warrants. Go to Professional Development to learn more.

Insurance

AAUA makes various low-cost professional and personal insurance options available through its Trust for Insuring Educators (TIE) membership. Categories of plans and services available to AAUA members through the Trust for Insuring Educators including Educators Professional Liability Plan, LegalShield & IDShield and Educators Dental Plan and many others.

Academic Impressions

Academic Impressions is a company that focuses solely on providing leadership, personal development, and skills-based training opportunities to faculty and staff in higher education. AAUA and Academic Impressions recently signed a partnership agreement so that our members may take courses for a discount.

Orbridge Travel

Orbridge is a leading partner with over 140 higher education alum associations. AAUA and Orbridge have created a partnership for its members to provide the ultimate educational travel experience. AAUA and Orbridge are partnering (subject to change) to offer two travel programs in 2024.

Annual Conference

The Inaugural American Association of University Administrators Conference will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana, October 14-16, 2024. Higher education leaders and administrative personnel from all disciplines and institutional types will come together with colleagues, thought leaders and other experts to focus on the most pressing issues and challenges facing higher education. Go to Conference to learn more.

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