Association for the Study of Higher Education

Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, and contributed to this year's 49th Annual Conference! The ASHE team will be out of the office from Monday, November 25, through Friday, November 29. We'll return on Monday, December 2.

We’ve arrived at the final day of the 49th Annual #ASHE2024 Conference! ?? Thank you to everyone who has participated, shared insights, and supported this incredible scholarly community over the last few days. Wishing you all safe travels home and an inspiring start to our journey toward the 50th Annual Conference in 2025! Here’s a look at today’s highlights: ??♀? ASHE Dash: 6:45–8:00am, The Gallery, 1st Floor ?? Sound Bath & Meditation: 8:00–8:30am, Symphony I, 2nd Floor ?? Plenary Session – A Conversation with Dr. Joan Morgan. Sponsored by the University of Missouri and College of Education at the University of Maryland: 9:00–10:00am, Minneapolis Salon A-D, 3rd Floor ? Community Meeting & Closing Session: 3:30–5:00pm, Minneapolis Salon A-D, 3rd Floor Thank you for making this conference a meaningful and engaging space for all.

We hope you’re enjoying your time in scholarly community here in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here’s a look at today’s highlights: ? Poster Session & Coffee Break: 8:45–9:45am, Minneapolis Salon C, 3rd Floor ?? Plenary Panel – The Paradox of Minnesota Nice: Progression and Regression in the State’s Past and Present. Sponsored by ECMC Foundation: 10:15–11:15am, Minneapolis Salon A-D, 3rd Floor ?? Paws and Relax: A Stress-Free Break with Therapy Dogs & Cats: 2:00–4:00pm, The Gallery, 1st Floor ??♂? Chair Yoga and Stretching: 3:20–3:40pm, Symphony I, 2nd Floor ?? Awards Ceremony, Sponsored by MDRC: 5:15–7:00pm, Minneapolis Salon A-D, 3rd Floor ?? Evening Receptions: 8:00–10:00pm (open unless noted "Invite Only")

Day 2 of #ASHE2024 is here! ?? ?? Morning Kickoff: Join us for the Opening Session and Presidential Address with Jeni Hart, 9–10:15am. ??? Save the Boards Exhibit: Open from 7am–2pm and 5–7pm. Don’t miss the discussion with Founder Kenda Zellner-Smith from 4–5pm in the Gallery, 1st floor. ??♀? YogASHE: Relax with Evening Yoga (Yin Yoga) from 6–7pm in Symphony I, 2nd floor. Evening Receptions: Open to all unless noted as "Invite Only" in the schedule. We’re excited to have you here with us!

Welcome to the #ASHE2024 Annual Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota! ?? ?? Check-In: Don’t forget to pick up your conference badge on the 3rd floor, open from 7am to 8pm, before heading to your Pre-Conferences or the Welcome Reception. ?? Celebrate Minneapolis/St. Paul BIPOC Marketplace: Open from 1–9pm on the 3rd floor, featuring local vendors and a variety of unique finds. ? ASHE Exhibitors & Coffee Break: Open from 1–5pm on the 3rd floor, Salon C. ?? Welcome Reception: Join us tonight for music by DJ Carver the Great, a Minneapolis native, and connect with your fellow attendees in our kickoff to the conference! We’re thrilled to have you here!

Tomorrow marks the start of our General Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota with Pre-Conferences and the Welcome Reception. We can’t wait to be in community with you! As you arrive:? ?? Check-In: 7am-8pm on the 3rd floor. ?? The Conference Help Desk will also be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm in Director Row 3, 3rd floor. Don’t forget to pick up your conference badge before heading to your Pre-Conferences or the Welcome Reception. Have questions while on-site? Use the “Ask the Organizers” Community board in the Whova app for non-emergency assistance or stop by the Conference Help Desk.

ASHE CIHE Members: Today is the CIHE Pre-Conference Keynote Address! Join us today (10.15), from 10 to 11:15am Central/Minneapolis Time, for an inspiring and thought-provoking session. Dr. Riyad A. Shahjahan will deliver the keynote titled, “Am I A Scholar? Time, Knowledge, and Decoloniality.” In this keynote, Dr. Shahjahan will challenge us to reflect deeply on scholarly identity, how it intersects with the geopolitics of knowledge, and the colonial legacies of time in global higher education. He’ll also explore care as a scholarly practice, emphasizing the importance of radical self-care and collective well-being—especially for scholars from marginalized backgrounds. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with transformative ideas and reimagine a more inclusive academic environment. There’s still time to join us! ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gC--6iEm

I really enjoyed this session with Dr. Brian K. Bridges, the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education. As a PhD student and full-time practitioner, it was great to hear about the importance of the synergy between research and practice; they do not exist in a vacuum, and it is important for scholars and policymakers to recognize the importance in each other's work to inform and amplify their own agendas. Thanks to the Association for the Study of Higher Education for facilitating this conversation! Through my doctoral work in the UGA McBee Institute of Higher Education, I am fortunate to learn first-hand from Dr. Erik Ness and other faculty members about the ways research, practice, and policy form the three bases upon which higher education functions and progresses. #scholarpractitioner

The CIHE Pre-Conference Keynote Address is happening tomorrow Friday, November 15, from 10am to 11:15am Central/Minneapolis Time, virtually via Zoom! Join us for an inspiring session titled, “Am I A Scholar?”: Time, Knowledge, and Decoloniality led by Dr. Riyad A. Shahjahan. This keynote will address the question, “Am I A Scholar?” and its connection to scholarly identity, the geopolitics of knowledge, and the colonial legacies of time in global higher education. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gC--6iEm

The Association for the Study of Higher Education's Council on Public Policy in Higher Education is hosting our annual pre-conference in one week! Thanks to the visionary leadership of Vice Chair Leticia Tomas Bustillos, the pre-conference is jam-packed with fabulous sessions, speakers, and opportunities to connect. ? Exciting paper presentations tackling critical topics such as: ·??????Admission policies post-Supreme Court decision on affirmative action ·??????The impact of free tuition on adult student enrollment ·??????A deep dive into developmental education policy implementation ·??????The evolving landscape of short-term certificate programs ·??????State reauthorization policies: What’s next?” ? Interactive symposia that will explore how research and public opinion shape policy change, offering a unique opportunity to connect with scholars and policymakers working at the intersection of research and practice. ? Two incredible keynote presentations: ·??????Heather McCambly and Karina Salazar will lead a powerful session titled In Search of New Visions: Defining the Scope and Purpose of Higher Education Policy Research, where they’ll explore the complexities and contradictions researchers face when engaging in critical policy discourse, leaving us with fresh perspectives to guide our work. ·??????And as an exciting new addition, we’re honored to welcome Viviann Anguiano, Director of Education at the White House’s Office of Domestic Policy, as our closing keynote speaker. She’ll share her reflections on the current context of higher education and offer insights on the research needed to shape the future of higher education policy. ? Closing reception with snacks and drinks! For any ASHE-attenders interested in public policy, broadly defined, we welcome you to join us for some or all of the pre-conference.