Association for Institutional Research in the Upper Midwest (AIRUM)

Step Up to Lead: Submit Your Nomination for the AIRUM Board! Dear AIRUM Members, ? We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 AIRUM Board of Directors! This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AIRUM by contributing your expertise and passion to the leadership of our organization. We are a member-led and member-driven organization serving Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. ? If you would be interested in serving on the Board or nominating a promising Board member, we encourage you to submit a nomination. The primary role of the Board of Directors is to organize our annual AIRUM conference and ensure the continued success of our regional group. As part of our commitment to diversity, we aim to include representatives from different states and institutions across the AIRUM region. ? To support regional representation, we are particularly looking for Board members from North/South Dakota and the Twin Cities metro area. We currently have three open Board positions. ? Key Details: Term of Office: A three-year commitment (January 2025–December 2027). Selection Criteria: Interest and willingness to serve, diversity of institutional types and geographic representation, and varied skill sets. Responsibilities: Guide the overall direction of AIRUM. Organize and implement the Fall Conference, including communications, membership development, and logistical coordination. Participation on a Board Committee. Take on increasing levels of responsibility, such as liaising with hotel staff, coordinating presentations, and eventually serving as Committee Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, or President of the Board. Time Commitment: Virtual meetings twice a month, with increased frequency leading up to the conference. Also attend additional committee meetings as needed.? Ongoing communication with the Board to plan the Fall Conference and address other AIRUM business. Specific task assignments based on the Board’s needs. Attendance at the Fall AIRUM Conference is required. We invite you to express your interest by completing this form. Nominations are open until Friday, October 18. ? Thank you for considering this exciting leadership opportunity! We look forward to receiving your nominations and continuing the work of AIRUM together.

Prepare for Accreditation Success: AIRUM's Webinar on Constructive Conversations is Coming July 30! Delivering Facts for Progress: Tough Conversations Leading to Accreditation Success Join AIRUM members at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, for a free webinar on the topic Delivering Facts for Progress: Tough Conversations Leading to Accreditation Success .?Meet the contributors to the soon to be released The Power of Strategic Accreditation: Driving Institutional Impact. This book aims to bridge this gap by providing educational leaders with a comprehensive resource on strategically leveraging accreditation as a catalyst for institutional improvement and success. Marjorie A. Trueblood, EdD, Nancy D. Floyd, PhD, and Bethany L. Miller, PhD, authors of the chapter titled “Delivering Facts for Progress.” Often times, the data show decisions that can no longer be avoided, and how leadership can require tough conversations and the sharing of difficult information. This webinar discusses and provides examples of delivering hard-to-hear and overlooked information so that resources are not wasted. Developing the skillset of having difficult but constructive conversations is critical for accreditation success. Date: Tuesday, July 30 Time:?1-2 p.m. CT Cost: Free to AIRUM membership Link can be found under the Upcoming Workshops on the AIRUM members page.

Mark Your Calendar! Join AIRUM's Webinar on Constructive Conversations – July 30th! Delivering Facts for Progress: Tough Conversations Leading to Accreditation Success Join AIRUM members at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, for a free webinar on the topic Delivering Facts for Progress: Tough Conversations Leading to Accreditation Success .?Meet the contributors to the soon to be released The Power of Strategic Accreditation: Driving Institutional Impact. This book aims to bridge this gap by providing educational leaders with a comprehensive resource on strategically leveraging accreditation as a catalyst for institutional improvement and success. Marjorie A. Trueblood, EdD, Nancy D. Floyd, PhD, and Bethany L. Miller, PhD, authors of the chapter titled “Delivering Facts for Progress.” Often times, the data show decisions that can no longer be avoided, and how leadership can require tough conversations and the sharing of difficult information. This webinar discusses and provides examples of delivering hard-to-hear and overlooked information so that resources are not wasted. Developing the skillset of having difficult but constructive conversations is critical for accreditation success. Date: Tuesday, July 30 Time:?1-2 p.m. CT Webinar Link:??See the AIRUM website member area

Submit Your Proposal Now for the 2024 AIRUM Conference! The Association for Institutional Research in the Upper Midwest (AIRUM) invites you to submit presentation proposals for our annual conference on November 6-8, 2024, in Bloomington, Minnesota (near the Mall of America).? The Call for Proposals is open.?This conference is an excellent opportunity for practitioners, scholarly researchers, and decision-makers in the Upper Midwest to meet and share research, tools, and best practices in institutional effectiveness (IE) and institutional research (IR).?The theme of the 2024 conference is "Visualizing the Future." Conference registration will open late summer 2024. ? SUBMISSIONS The deadline for proposal submission is June 30, 2024.? (The proposal status will be notified via email by September 1, 2024.) ? To submit a proposal, click this link:??https://bit.ly/49TOmxE ? You will be asked to provide a list of presenters, a 60-word abstract that will appear in the program book, and a 200-word narrative that will be used by the committee to review proposals for acceptance. Don’t wait; submit your proposal today. ? A membership with AIRUM is not mandatory for proposal submission; however, individuals must be affiliated with AIRUM to be eligible to present at the conference. ? FORMAT OPTIONS Presentation - A 45-minute presentation including a Q&A period on an IE/IR-related theoretical and/or methodological issue as well as best practices and tools to enhance IE/IR efforts. Panel Discussion - A 45-minute discussion involving 3-4 panelists who can share different perspectives on a topic relevant to IE/IR. A session may start with a brief opening statement/overview by each participant before allowing for an engaging discussion with the audience. Hands-On Workshop - A 45-minute interactive workshop where a facilitator takes attendees through a series of activities to provide training or improve technical skills. Dashboard Showcase - We're excited to introduce a fresh opportunity for showcasing your best dashboards! Submit your top dashboard for a chance to join a workshop featuring a select panel of four participants. Each panelist will lead a 10-minute "dashboard show and tell" session, highlighting their innovative approaches and practices. For this proposal, please include either dashboard screenshots with a written narrative or a short demo video of no more than five minutes in length. Proposals in this category can send these additional required components as attachments directly to AIRUM at [email protected] by June 30. ?

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Join AIRUM July 30th for Delivering Facts for Progress: Tough Conversations Leading to Accreditation Success Meet the contributors to the soon to be released The Power of Strategic Accreditation: Driving Institutional Impact. This book aims to bridge this gap by providing educational leaders with a comprehensive resource on strategically leveraging accreditation as a catalyst for institutional improvement and success. Marjorie A. Trueblood, EdD, Nancy D. Floyd, PhD, and Bethany L. Miller, PhD, authors of the chapter titled “Delivering Facts for Progress.” Often times, the data show decisions that can no longer be avoided, and how leadership can require tough conversations and the sharing of difficult information. This webinar discusses and provides examples of delivering hard-to-hear and overlooked information so that resources are not wasted. Developing the skillset of having difficult but constructive conversations is critical for accreditation success. Date: Tuesday, July 30 Time:?1-2 p.m. CT Webinar Registration Link:?See the AIRUM Members Area for Registration - https://www.airum.org/ Cost: Free to AIRUM membership

Your Chance to Shine: Propose Your Session for the 2024 AIRUM Conference! The Association for Institutional Research in the Upper Midwest (AIRUM) invites you to submit presentation proposals for our annual conference on November 6-8, 2024, in Bloomington, Minnesota (near the Mall of America).? The Call for Proposals is open.?This conference is an excellent opportunity for practitioners, scholarly researchers, and decision-makers in the Upper Midwest to meet and share research, tools, and best practices in institutional effectiveness (IE) and institutional research (IR).?The theme of the 2024 conference is "Visualizing the Future." Conference registration will open late summer 2024. ? SUBMISSIONS The deadline for proposal submission is June 30, 2024.? (The proposal status will be notified via email by September 1, 2024.) ? To submit a proposal, click this link:??https://bit.ly/49TOmxE ? You will be asked to provide a list of presenters, a 60-word abstract that will appear in the program book, and a 200-word narrative that will be used by the committee to review proposals for acceptance. Don’t wait; submit your proposal today. ? A membership with AIRUM is not mandatory for proposal submission; however, individuals must be affiliated with AIRUM to be eligible to present at the conference. ? FORMAT OPTIONS Presentation Panel Discussion Hands-On Workshop Dashboard Showcase For more information see the "submit a proposal" link. ?

Unlock Your Productivity Potential: Join the Hacks vs. Habits Webinar May 9 Hacks vs. Habits: How to Win the Productivity Wars Join AIRUM members at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 9, for a free webinar on the topic Hacks vs. Habits: How to WIn the Productivity Wars featuring founder and CEO of the Clareo Group Carole Chabries. We all want more control over our calendars, our days, and even time itself.?Join us for a lively conversation about how neuroscience and emotional regulation can help you save time by building habits that will smash any productivity hacks. Carole grew up in the '70s self-help era and therefore has read all. the. things. about how to get better. She's tested a bunch of these ideas personally, professionally, and with her teams?at various colleges. The end result? She's distinguished what truly works from the semi-culty nonsense of productivity hacks, and is excited to share these ideas with you today.? Curious about her credentials? Carole earned her BA, MA, and PhD in English Literature and has taught composition, creative?writing, literature survey courses, and graduate practica on how to teach writing. She's been a department chair, dean (twice), AVP, and Vice Provost. She's created and led two different Centers for Teaching and Learning, has seen the power of data to change decisions about teaching and learning, and believes with all her heart that IR folks are deeply essential and grossly underappreciated. Date: Thursday, May 9 Time:?1-2 p.m. CT Webinar Registration Link:?Found on the webinar page under the members section. Cost: Free to AIRUM membership This webinar is hosted by the Association for Institutional Research Upper Midwest (AIRUM). If you aren't a member of AIRUM, we'd love you to join us! Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions. Thank you! ?

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2024 AIRUM Conference Call for Proposals Opens May 15 The Association for Institutional Research in the Upper Midwest (AIRUM) invites you to submit presentation proposals for our annual conference on November 6-8, 2024, in Bloomington, Minnesota (near the Mall of America).? The call for proposals opens May 15.?This conference is an excellent opportunity for practitioners, scholarly researchers, and decision-makers in the Upper Midwest to meet and share research, tools, and best practices in institutional effectiveness (IE) and institutional research (IR).?The theme of the 2024 conference is "Visualizing the Future." Conference registration will open late summer 2024. SUBMISSIONS The deadline for proposal submission is June 30, 2024. Important Update: Earlier Submission Deadline! Based on feedback, we've adjusted the deadline to provide ample time for preparation and review. ? PROPOSAL OPTIONS Presentation - Deliver a 45-minute presentation, which includes a Q&A period, focusing on an IE/IR-related theoretical or methodological issue. Additionally, share best practices and tools to enhance IE/IR efforts.? Panel Discussion - Engage in a 45-minute discussion featuring 3-4 panelists who offer diverse perspectives on a relevant IE/IR topic. The session may commence with brief opening statements/overviews by each participant, followed by an interactive discussion with the audience. Hands-On Workshop - Lead a 45-minute interactive workshop where attendees participate in a series of activities designed to provide training or enhance technical skills. Dashboard Show and Tell - Introducing a new category! Submit your best dashboard for a chance to participate in a workshop where each panelist conducts a 10-minute "dashboard show and tell" session, showcasing their innovative approaches and practices. ? We can't wait to receive your proposals! Sincerely, ? Your AIRUM Board of Directors