Have you registered for our April Workshop?
Have you registered for our April Workshop?
I hoped that 2021 would start well and stay smooth, and it has for AACRAO Research. But it is off to a bumpy start for many of our members in parts of the country impacted by extreme weather. Even with the disruption many are facing, our members have been generous with their time by continuing to respond to our research requests – almost 1,000 responded to the training needs survey! I have said it many times, our research, and the practice and policy recommendations that are gleaned from the data, would not be possible without your participation; thank you.
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The release of the coronavirus vaccinations has undoubtedly increased the frequency and depth of conversations surrounding businesses reopening. And while reopening procedures vary geographically and between companies, there is at least one consistent that companies and supervisors should consider: reboarding. Reboarding is a modified version of onboarding that seeks to refamiliarize employees who have been off or teleworking with general office procedures while encouraging managers to relearn their employees. The COVID-19 pandemic has permanently changed the way people and organizations function, their priorities, and in some instances, what they value. Below are a few tips to make bringing your employees back into the office a smoother process.
To conclude, for many of us, much has changed both personally and professionally. Thus, it is advantageous for employers to be conscious of how these changes have manifested in their employees and respond accordingly.
Name: Dr. Reginald Garcon
Title: Registrar and Adjunct Faculty
Institution: Washington Adventist University
What do you do at Washington Adventist University?
I oversee all aspects of the Office of the Registrar. My biggest function as Registrar is being a creative problem solver and ensuring students are progressing and meeting all requirements towards graduation.
What are the values that drive you?
My purpose in life focuses on the 3 E’s (education, engagement, and entertainment) while acknowledging God for the gifts and creativity HE has given me.
If you could do another job for just one day, what would it be?
Just for one day – being in charge of all Broadway theaters.
What do you like about working at Washington Adventist University?
I do love the spiritual aspect of working at my school. It provides built in opportunities for personal spiritual growth as well as being deliberate to take time and pause. I also love my team.
CAPACRAO Members are always on the move! Congratulations to Jacqui Rogers, Coordinator of Transfer and Articulation at the College of Southern Maryland, who was recently selected to serve on AACRAO's Transfer Student Success Work Group. The fourteen member workgroup will expand dialouge and policy discussions regarding domestic and international student transfer.
Why she applied?
I was excited at the opportunity to dive into the research and scholarly work within transfer to provide guidance on a bigger scale. It also gives me the opportunity to work and learn with other professionals throughout the country. I may have also had some encouragement from Carol Harrison, the Registrar at the College of Southern Maryland.
What she hopes this will be gained for two and four-year instititions?
I hope this workgroup will encourage 2-year and 4-year institutions to strive to improve their transfer initiatives from a holistic perspective, analyzing all of the aspects of the institution that touch transfer.
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CAPACRAO Launches a Dual Enrollment SIG for Chesapeake and Potomac Area Colleagues
COVID aside, during the winter months, we tend to engage in less physical activities that can get our hearts engaged. February is American Heart Month. CAPACRAO challenges you this month to encourage you, your family, your coworkers, and anyone else you are in constant communication with to boost your awareness about heart health.
Heart Healthy Ideas
Did you know that Inside Higher Ed launched a podcast?
Check out Episode 36: The Fall Enrollment Picture and Peril for Post-Traditional Students.
This episode discusses the national data on postsecondary enrollment, with a focus on the particularly damaging impact the pandemic and the recession have had on the most vulnerable students.
Professional Development Calendar
AtD Webinar: Applying a Holistic Systems Approach to Designing Student Supports | Virtual | February 1, 2021 | 1 PM
Named for a Past President of AACRAO, this award is presented to a member in recognition of consistent vision, service, and leadership in AACRAO with seven or more years of volunteer service.
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2020 was a tumultuous year for higher education. But what is the outlook for 2021? How will Dr. Miguel Cardona, Biden's pick for Education Secretary and an educator with a background in K-12 education, interact with the realm of higher education? What factors will affect the industry most? The below articles shed some light on these questions.
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View this link for real-time updates on higher education statuses and updates. Powered by Inside Higher Education.
Want to dialogue or chat about what you are reading? Feel free to launch a comment via the blog. We would love to hear from you and know what our CAPACRAO institutions are doing and how they are managing during this time.
Colleagues,
AACRAO is seeking your suggestions for spring 2021 coffee break ideas.
What are your campus concerns? What do you need professionally?
Feel free to make a comment via our blog and we will forward them.
Dual Enrollment has been steadily gaining traction over the last few years. For institutions in Maryland, the spark increased with the passing of the 2013 legislation SB-740. We find that Dual Enrollment is managed differently in both Maryland and the District of Columbia. Several colleagues have expressed desires to connect more easily and frequently. CAPACRAO has answered the call by creating a listserve to share resources and dialogue quarterly about Dual Enrollment's evolution.
Join our Dual Enrollment Listserve
Happy New Year! I came across this January 5th article in The Chronicle, As the Pandemic Worsens, College Prepare to Test Their Spring Plans and I'm wondering, how are CAPACRAO institutions operating?
We would love to dialogue with you. Feel free to leave your responses via our blog.
Professional Development Calendar
AACRAO Monthly Caucus Meeting | Virtual | January 12, 2021 | 3 PM
Happy Holidays, CAPACRAO!
The CAPACRAO Executive Board wants to wish our members and partners a happy and healthy holiday season! We hope you're able to unplug and rejuvenate during the holidays! CAPACRAO has a lot in store for you in 2021. Please be on the lookout for various events and engagement opportunities planned for the new year. |