Upcoming Events

Higher Education R3 Summit
Jan
8
to Mar 10

Higher Education R3 Summit

Collaborate and engage with peers and professionals from Forvis Mazars as they share insights to help higher education institutions navigate current challenges. This interactive, CPE-eligible event will offer education and ideas for bolstering your institution’s financial health.

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Coalition PCard Introductory Webinar
Jan
21
to Feb 3

Coalition PCard Introductory Webinar

As a benefit of your institution's AICUO membership, you have access to many cost-saving and transformative programs through the partnership with The Coalition for College Cost Savings, including a PCard program. First American Education Finance will host a live interactive discussion to share how Coalition member institutions are utilizing their purchasing cards and achieving key benefits, managing their reconciliation process with customized limits and controls, and more. 

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Unlocking Savings: How AICUO Members Can Benefit from Demand Response.
Jan
29

Unlocking Savings: How AICUO Members Can Benefit from Demand Response.

Join Constellation Energy for an informative session designed exclusively for AICUO members to explore the Demand Response program: a proven way to reduce energy costs while supporting grid reliability. Learn how the program works, the financial incentives available, and practical steps to participate. Whether you’re new to Demand Response or looking to maximize your impact, this webinar will provide actionable insights to help your institution save money and contribute to sustainability goals.

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Clery Bootcamp at Oberlin College
Jan
30

Clery Bootcamp at Oberlin College

Join Bricker Graydon Wyatt's higher ed team for this full-day program that delivers a practical, in-depth primer on the Clery Act. This training will address timely warning and emergency notification obligations, Clery geography, tracking and counting Clery crimes, common pitfalls in the Annual Security Report, and documentation strategies to reduce institutional risk. This training will also address new obligations imposed by the Stop Campus Hazing Act. In-Person registration is $125 and virtual is $100.

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Federal Grants and Sponsored Research Webinar
Feb
11

Federal Grants and Sponsored Research Webinar

This webinar will walk attendees through the basics of the grant assurance process for federally sponsored research. Materials will also cover timely topics such as changes to terms and conditions for funding under the current presidential administration, and the government’s employment of the False Claims Act.

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Communicators' Summit
Feb
12

Communicators' Summit

The annual Communicators’ Summit will bring together enrollment and communications staff from member institutions for discussion on topics in public relations, marketing, admissions, and enrollment. Topics will include tackling the enrollment cliff, social media strategies, using analytics to shape enrollment strategy, communicating change on campus, and more. Registration is $70 and light breakfast and lunch is included. View the agenda here.

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Leveraging analytics & AI for excellence & efficiency in higher education
Feb
17

Leveraging analytics & AI for excellence & efficiency in higher education

The future of higher education is data-driven. Higher education is evolving rapidly, and technology is at the heart of this transformation. AI and analytics aren’t just buzzwords anymore — they’re game changers for higher education. From improving student outcomes to optimizing operations, these technologies can help institutions thrive. Join Plante Moran for a CPE-eligible webinar exploring how analytics and AI can unlock efficiencies, improve decision-making, and enhance experiences across your institution. You’ll also learn practical strategies to help manage risks while building a strong data governance framework.

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Managing Change in the Age of AI
Jan
21

Managing Change in the Age of AI

The path to successful AI implementation goes beyond technology adoption, requiring careful consideration of how AI will be deployed, adopted and used throughout the workforce. Organizations looking to succeed need to take a holistic approach, rooted in strategy and governance, that considers various aspects of organizational readiness and change management.  Join Baker Tilly to learn how organizations can successfully integrate AI by embedding change management into their adoption strategies from day one. They will discuss how to align people, processes and organizational culture to support AI readiness, mitigate resistance and drive sustainable value.  

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Higher Education Outlook: 2026 & Beyond
Jan
20

Higher Education Outlook: 2026 & Beyond

This webinar will explore strategic issues as ForvisMazars dives into the 2026 Annual Higher Education Outlook. Key themes will include ongoing financial challenges, the eroding value proposition, technological changes and their implications, as well as social and cultural factors that may impact operations. The experienced professionals from Forvis Mazars will address a wide-ranging set of topics they’re hearing about “in the field,” including the forthcoming enrollment cliff, mergers and acquisitions, programmatic decisions, leadership best practices, workforce challenges, and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This session is designed to support institutions in looking beyond 2026 to identify opportunities for growth and long-term sustainability.

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The Next Era of Institutional Revenue: Operating Systems, Signals, and Speed
Jan
14

The Next Era of Institutional Revenue: Operating Systems, Signals, and Speed

Higher education does not have a shortage of revenue ideas. It suffers from a shortage of the conditions required to convert ideas into revenue at scale, with speed, and with sustainability. This session will show presidents and leaders how to build a revenue engine that is faster, more disciplined, and more resilient, and how Core’s operating systems, expert teams, and structured change-management approach make sustainable, diversified institutional growth achievable and repeatable. 

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Understanding the Regulatory Environment: Admissions & Campus Climate
Dec
15

Understanding the Regulatory Environment: Admissions & Campus Climate

Join Forvis Mazars for a webinar as they provide a perspective on the higher education federal regulatory environment. This session will feature speakers with backgrounds in higher education, forensics, data analytics, and law. Panelists will provide insights into regulatory priorities and help institutions understand how to prepare their teams for increased scrutiny. Panelists will also discuss the investigation process and how to ready internal data for analyses.

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Clery Hot Topics Webinar
Dec
12

Clery Hot Topics Webinar

The Clery Act sits at the heart of higher education compliance obligations and is often the vehicle through which the Department of Education issues its most significant fines. Clery compliance requires year-round, team efforts. Join Bricker Graydon Higher Ed team as they take a nuts and bolts view of your campus's Clery compliance program, discuss structural best practices, and provide practical tips for Clery coordinators and other responsible campus administrators as they begin collecting information for your next ASR. Additionally, they will discuss new obligations under the Stop Campus Hazing Act. 

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The Power of Partnership - Reinventing Growth through Collaboration
Dec
9

The Power of Partnership - Reinventing Growth through Collaboration

As higher education faces structural and demographic headwinds, collaboration is becoming a strategic advantage. In this conversation, the presidents of the Cleveland Institute of Art and Ursuline College share how they are redefining institutional growth and resilience - one through comprehensive business model transformation, and the other through merger and partnership. Key themes will include how institutions can preserve identity while achieving scale, efficiency, and reach; lessons from leading through complexity; the role of vision, communication, and trust in designing partnerships that last; and more.

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Human Resources Leadership Roundtable
Dec
9

Human Resources Leadership Roundtable

Join your Human Resources colleagues for a virtual roundtable discussion. This discussion will focus on the challenges and opportunities human resource professionals face in higher education, with topics shaped by participant submissions.The agenda is forthcoming. To encourage an open dialogue, this session will not be recorded.

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AI and Career Readiness: Stay Ahead of the Curve
Nov
20

AI and Career Readiness: Stay Ahead of the Curve

During this session, Cengage’s panel of industry leaders will delve into the role of AI in higher education and explore how this rapidly evolving technology is redefining how instructors teach workforce preparedness. They’ll discuss new and emerging AI trends, the skills today’s employers are looking for in prospective hires and how these shifts impact your current classroom practices. Gain meaningful insights and actionable strategies to instill career confidence in your students as they set their sights on an AI-driven job market. 

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Turning the Student Voice into Timely Support
Nov
6

Turning the Student Voice into Timely Support

Join EdSights and AICUO member Ohio Northern University for a conversation on transforming the Student Voice into timely, data-informed support. Building on last year’s discussion, ONU will unveil new data, metrics, and outcomes from its continued work with EdSights, highlighting measurable improvements in student success and retention. Hear how their approach has evolved, what lessons they’ve learned, and practical insights you can apply on your own campus this term.

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AICUO Mascot Day
Oct
22

AICUO Mascot Day

Join AICUO for Mascot Day at the Ohio Statehouse. This spirited event is designed to showcase the significant value of Ohio's independent colleges and bring together mascots from our member institutions to engage with legislators and staff.

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2025 Aim Hire Workforce & Education Conference
Oct
16

2025 Aim Hire Workforce & Education Conference

Ohio Excels and the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation are hosting the seventh annual Aim Hire Workforce & Education Conference in Columbus, Ohio. This annual event explores the current state of education and workforce in Ohio. It convenes hundreds of business, education, political, and community leaders to gain insights, strengthen relationships, share best practices, and address the challenges and opportunities we face in preparing our students for postsecondary education and career success. 

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Campus Compliance: Employment Law
Oct
15

Campus Compliance: Employment Law

Join Higher Ed attorney, Erin Butcher, and Employment attorney, Dan Burke, as they review the latest in employment law across college campuses. Erin and Dan will break down recent legislative developments and court decisions that directly impact hiring practices, faculty contracts, workplace accommodations, and more. This session will help higher education leaders understand their obligations, mitigate risk, and foster compliant, inclusive campus environments. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared.

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2025 Cybersecurity Virtual Symposium
Oct
14
to Oct 15

2025 Cybersecurity Virtual Symposium

Join Forvis Mazars for a two-day symposium during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, where industry leaders and professionals will tackle cybersecurity challenges and trends of 2025. Topics will include cyberthreats to be aware of, privacy and artificial intelligence (AI) compliance, AI governance, third-party risk management (TPRM), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) insights from Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO), regulatory pressures, NIST IT assessments, and more. Sign up for one or all seven sessions of this information-packed event that will offer an in-depth view of the evolving cyber landscape. 7.0 CLE Credits available.

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Navigating OBBBA Tax Reforms for Exempt Entities
Oct
8

Navigating OBBBA Tax Reforms for Exempt Entities

Join Forvis Mazars for an informative webinar as they cover the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and its impact on the tax-exempt sector. They will explore the potential impact of expanded excise taxes on higher education institutions, changes to clean energy tax provisions affecting credit eligibility, and other key updates, such as charitable contribution deductibility and revised 1099 reporting requirements. Designed for tax-exempt organizations, this session will help you understand how these reforms may impact compliance and reporting.

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Working with Advisors in the Title IX Process
Sep
25

Working with Advisors in the Title IX Process

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the role of hearing advisors, their importance in ensuring a fair and equitable hearing, and strategies for collaboration between Title IX coordinators, hearing advisors, and other stakeholders.  Watch for a special guest who will co-present from the perspective of a party advisor for sexual misconduct hearings.

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AICUO Compliance Day
Sep
18

AICUO Compliance Day

Register today for the 4th Annual Higher Education Compliance Day at Franklin University. Hear from industry experts as they highlight the latest issues in compliance, including the House Settlement and future of NIL, navigating immigration policies, AI and its impact on intellectual property, Online Program Manager compliance, and more. The registration fee is $55 and includes a light breakfast and lunch. View the agenda here. 3.75 CLE credits available.

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Unlocking Financial Planning Opportunities Under OBBBA
Sep
16

Unlocking Financial Planning Opportunities Under OBBBA

Join CLA’s Private Client Services (PCS) webinar to learn about financial planning and tax management opportunities that have emerged following the enactment of the new tax law. They will provide an overview of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its implications for planning, financial planning strategies under the new tax law, and steps to take before the end of the year to enhance benefits.

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Reshaping Higher Education With AI Fluency
Sep
10

Reshaping Higher Education With AI Fluency

Artificial intelligence is much more than a trend with future implications — it's a present reality, rapidly reshaping industries and requiring new skillsets from graduates. So, how do you equip your students to not only understand AI, but harness its full potential?  Join leading information technology experts Corinne Hoisington and Dr. Mark Ciampa for a workshop-style webinar focused on AI fluency integration across the technology curriculum.

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Working with Advisors in the Title IX Process
Aug
29

Working with Advisors in the Title IX Process

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the role of hearing advisors, their importance in ensuring a fair and equitable hearing, and strategies for collaboration between Title IX coordinators, hearing advisors, and other stakeholders.  Watch for a special guest who will co-present from the perspective of a party advisor for sexual misconduct hearings!

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Nonprofits Navigating the Increasing Costs of Compliance
Aug
21

Nonprofits Navigating the Increasing Costs of Compliance

As stewards of public resources, tax-exempt entities must meet a number of compliance requirements each year depending on size, location, funding sources, and more. While there have been changes in recent years to change and loosen requirements, fraud headlines and misuse of funding situations have led to increased scrutiny and requirements in others. All of this while the cost of compliance services is rising due to factors like accountant shortages and required investments in technology. Join a webinar to learn about the changing compliance requirements and options to navigate the increasing costs.

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Contact

Jamie Squillante

Manager of Events and Office Administration

614-228-2196

jsquillante@aicuo.edu