AASCU Policy

American Assoc of State Colleges and Universities--Govt Relations and Policy Analysis Div. Federal higher education policy. RT does not = endorsement

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

.@AASCU calls on all RPU leaders, stakeholders, & supporters to lend their voices to request Congress to fund the Pell Grant Program shortfall. Send a letter with the Advocacy Center to members of your delegation - https://t.co/J0RWCezBMq Help fill the advocates map, act now.

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

@AASCU, you have never looked better! 😍

We're a great team dedicated to supporting our member institutions in service of their missions.🎓 Regional public universities are the economic and social engines of countless communities across the US. #RPUs #NationalDecisionDay

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

Do you support Pell Grants? Are you aware that the program will have a $5.4 billion shortfall by the end of FY26 and $17 billion by FY27? https://t.co/tE5lhF1Z4g. We've made it easy for you to tell your members of Congress to take action today. Visit: https://t.co/SkPvUcbDIR

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

The effort to #PreservePell needs you to act now.

Ask your members of Congress to do the right thing and invest in the most important federal program that makes higher education accessible and affordable - https://t.co/SkPvUcbDIR.

Take action, and encourage others to do so.

[AASCU @AASCU]

The Pell Grant program faces a major funding shortfall, putting student aid and access at risk. This challenge stems from progress: more students than ever are receiving Pell. Now we must #PreservePell.

@AASCUPolicy made it easy for you to take action: https://t.co/BxuSWMiQEJ

[AASCU @AASCU]

AASCU’s fourth annual #AASCUontheHill brings together campus leaders and advocates from across the country. Following a Washington Policy Update, President and CEO @ChuckLWelch welcomed attendees and emphasized the power of advocacy for regional public universities.

[AASCU @AASCU]

This afternoon at #AASCUontheHill, speakers explored proposed accountability provisions and the legal cases and policy actions shaping higher education, with perspectives from @AEI, @HCMStrat, @SUNY, @ACEducation, @DemocracyFwd, @UWStout, and @MSUDenver.

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

Baseline projections by @USCBO on the health of the Pell Grant Program-https://t.co/tE5lhF1Z4g show a serious shortfall of $5.450 billion in FY26, growing to $13.7 billion by FY36. AOTH is a great opportunity for #RPU presidents to engage their members of Congress on this issue.

[AASCU @AASCU]

Your institution’s voice belongs on Capitol Hill. Join us in Washington, DC, March 24–25, for #AASCUontheHill—meet with members of Congress, gain policy insights, and hear from leading experts from @AEI, @HCMStrat, and @SUNY.

Register: https://t.co/k2OJk4Gjy7

#HigherEd

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

.@AASCU is grateful for the support from @AppropsGOP, @SenateApprops, @HouseAppropsGOP, and @AppropsDems for research efforts at #RPUs and other higher education sectors included in the FY2026 funding package. #ThankYou

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

We are proud to support regional public universities (RPUs) in fulfilling their missions as engines of social mobility, local and regional workforce development, and stewards of place within their communities. Check out our 2026 Public Policy Agenda to learn more!

[AASCU @AASCU]

Regional public universities are vital to America’s workforce, communities, and promise of opportunity—yet they face growing challenges. AASCU’s 2026 Public Policy Agenda outlines priorities to support students, institutions, and the nation.

Read more: https://t.co/Fc3MtUaCRw

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

Join your colleagues in this critical advocacy event for #RPUs. Policy sessions include the new regulatory accountability provision as mandated in H.R. 1, an analysis of the legal landscape for public higher education, and a description of all the data-related requests from ED.

[AASCU @AASCU]

#AASCUontheHill brings regional public university leaders to Washington, DC, March 24–25, to meet with federal delegations and advocate for higher education.

Hear more from President and CEO @chucklwelch and register by the Jan. 16 early bird deadline: https://t.co/QoW4RvprTY

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

We are calling all #RPU presidents/chancellors, members of their cabinets and government relation's staff to the 2026 @AASCU on the Hill, March 24-25 in Washington, DC. For additional information, visit:
https://t.co/JcikW6dTEv.

[AASCU Policy @AASCUPolicy]

The real value of higher education through the eyes of @AASCU president @chucklwelch. My degree "delivered durable skills: critical thinking, collaboration, & adaptability. Those skills let me navigate ups & downs in the workforce, take risks, and grow." https://t.co/9Rwe3R2wAg

[AASCU @AASCU]

🍂 Fall into AASCU’s upcoming events and deadlines for campus leaders—all designed to inspire connection and collaboration in #HigherEd.

Explore what’s ahead: https://t.co/H3NHgOvogx

#Leadership #StudentSuccess

[AASCU @AASCU]

AASCU's @chucklwelch joined #HigherEd leaders today for the @stradaeducation’s 2025 State Opportunity Index event.

Learn more about the State Opportunity Index: https://t.co/scgFrNJhW4

AASCU is proud to join partners in shaping pathways that expand opportunity for all!

[AASCU @AASCU]

On Tuesday, we were pleased to be visited by Lynn Mahoney, president of @SFSU and member of AASCU’s Council of State Representatives (CSR)! CSR plays a vital role in helping shape AASCU’s annual Public Policy Agenda.

Learn more: https://t.co/Hcan15fERG

#HigherEd #Policy

[AASCU @AASCU]

AASCU has launched Student-Centered Course Scheduling, supported by @AscendiumEd and @AdAstraIS, a new initiative to help regional public universities remove a key barrier to student success: the course schedule.

Read more: https://t.co/atoZ0PZ7CO

#HigherEd #StudentSuccess

[AASCU @AASCU]

Yesterday, AASCU President @chucklwelch opened @FairmontState’s Presidential Speaker Series with "The Future of Regional Public Universities," highlighting RPUs’ role in student success, workforce development, and community strength.

Read: https://t.co/gY4uIzxiQl

#HigherEd #RPU

[AASCU @AASCU]

It's not too late to join @AASCUPolicy today at noon ET for a policy update webinar on #SCOTUS rulings, the FY26 budget, and more. Get the insights your campus needs!

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/BbwL8J3gWo

#HigherEd #EdPolicy

[Chuck Welch @chucklwelch]

Our @AASCU Summer Meeting was very successful because of our wonderful supporters and partners. Thank you!

[Cmte for Ed Funding @edfunding]

CEF members @NBPTS @afterschool4all @AASCU @AFTunion are meeting with the office of @RepCuellar to talk about investments in education and why they are so vital