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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T013525Z
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SUMMARY:Clarity on SARA Policy §5.2: Essential Updates for Licensure Compliance and Enrollments
DESCRIPTION:Gain clear insights into SARA Policy §5.2 and impact on non-Title IV programs and non-credit offerings. This webinar breaks down current requirements\, including alignment with federal professional licensure regulations\, expanded responsibilities for institutions\, and mandatory public and individual direct disclosures. \nDiscover: \n\nHow institutions participating in SARA should be thinking about licensure.\nImpacts on licensure-related programs\, including non-credit and non-Title\nIV offerings.\nPractical steps for compliance with new disclosure mandates and enrollment\nlimitations.\nStrategies to navigate these expanded responsibilities with colleagues across your institution.\n\nIdeal for compliance officers\, academic leaders\, and online program directors\, this session provides actionable guidance to ensure your institution thrives under the evolving SARA requirements for licensure programs. \nPresenter: \nKris Maul\, Co-Founder and Principal\, Higher Education Licensure Pros (HELP)\nJonathan McNicholes\, Manager of Policy and Stakeholder Engagement\, MHEC (Moderator)
URL:https://mhec.org/event/clarity-on-sara-policy-5-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260324T173516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T173516Z
UID:7305-1777420800-1777507199@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit St. Paul for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Minnesota\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/minnesota-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Samra Asghedom":MAILTO:samraa@mhec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260402T213437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T013009Z
UID:7342-1777294800-1777298400@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Pell: An Overview
DESCRIPTION:Across the country\, states are working through the complex process of translating federal Workforce Pell policy from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) into operational programs. This includes defining high-wage\, high-demand occupations\, identifying eligible programs\, developing application and review processes\, and aligning occupational and program classification systems. \nAs policymakers continue to shape the final contours of Workforce Pell through ongoing rulemaking in the Accountability in Higher Education and Access through Demand-Driven Workforce Pell (AHEAD) Committee\, implementation is already taking shape in a dynamic and evolving environment. Many states are coordinating efforts across governors’ offices\, workforce agencies\, higher education systems\, and state financial aid authorities to be ready when Workforce Pell goes into effect on July 1. \nHear from Cheryl Dowd\, Senior Director of Policy Innovations at WCET and the State Authorization Network\, for an overview of the current state of Workforce Pell\, including the goals of the policy and the requirements states and institutions need to know. Cheryl will provide timely insights to inform policy\, data\, and implementation strategies as Workforce Pell moves toward launch. \nThis webinar is the first in a two-part series from the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC) supporting Workforce Pell implementation across the Midwest. \nPresenters: \nCheryl Dowd\, Senior Director of Policy Innovations at WCET and the State Authorization Network\nCarrie Wandler\, Senior Director of Policy Initiatives\, MHEC (Moderator)
URL:https://mhec.org/event/workforce-pell-an-overview/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mhec.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CompleteCollegeAmerica_U098.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260304T160215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T160215Z
UID:7205-1776729600-1776902399@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Michigan – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Lansing for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Michigan\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/michigan-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260304T155947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T160229Z
UID:7203-1776211200-1776383999@mhec.org
SUMMARY:North Dakota – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Fargo for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in North Dakota\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/north-dakota-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260209T214646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T214646Z
UID:7083-1774310400-1774483199@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Illinois - 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Springfield for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Illinois\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/illinois-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Springfield\, IL
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260209T214436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T214436Z
UID:7080-1773792000-1773964799@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin - 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Madison for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Wisconsin\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/wisconsin-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Madison\, WI
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260209T214226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T214226Z
UID:7077-1772409600-1772668799@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Missouri - 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Jefferson City for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Missouri\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/missouri-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Jefferson City\, MO
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250912T211619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T211619Z
UID:6442-1772064000-1772236799@mhec.org
SUMMARY:2026 Technologies Community Conference
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to members of MHEC’s Technologies Community. They will meet to address current challenges\, share solutions\, and strengthen expertise across higher education. For more information on the community\, including how to join\, please contact Breanne Hegg.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/2026-technologies-community-conference/
LOCATION:Big Ten Conference Center\, 5440 Park Place\, Rosemont\, IL 60018
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Chock":MAILTO:katiec@mhec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250912T210730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210730Z
UID:6434-1772024400-1772035200@mhec.org
SUMMARY:2026 Technologies Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to members of MHEC’s Technologies Executive Committee. Please contact Breanne Hegg with questions.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/2026-technologies-executive-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites O’Hare\, 5500 N River Rd\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Chock":MAILTO:katiec@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260108T205217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T205217Z
UID:6929-1771891200-1772063999@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Iowa – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Des Moines for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Iowa\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/iowa-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Des Moines\, IA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260108T210042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T210042Z
UID:6932-1771372800-1771545599@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Lincoln for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Nebraska\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/nebraska-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Lincoln\, NE
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260108T211339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T211339Z
UID:6934-1769558400-1769731199@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Indiana – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Indianapolis for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Indiana\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/indiana-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250912T174502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T173818Z
UID:6431-1769472000-1769731199@mhec.org
SUMMARY:2026 Midwestern Open Education Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Midwestern Open Education Summit brings together teams from all 12 MHEC states for two days of collaboration to strengthen statewide capacity for open education. Through breakout discussions\, plenary sessions\, and structured action planning\, state teams will leave with clear strategies to accelerate adoption\, support faculty and students\, and expand the impact of open education across the region. If you have any questions\, please contact Annika Many at oer@mhec.org.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/2026-midwestern-open-education-summit/
LOCATION:Big Ten Conference Center\, 5440 Park Place\, Rosemont\, IL 60018
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260122
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20260108T193848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T205239Z
UID:6924-1768867200-1769039999@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Kansas – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Topeka for meetings with commissioners\, legislators\, and other higher education leaders. \nIf you would like the opportunity to connect with MHEC staff while they’re in Kansas\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/kansas-2026-mhec-annual-state-visits/
LOCATION:Topeka\, KS
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T155000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250730T181913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T203415Z
UID:6185-1768402800-1768405800@mhec.org
SUMMARY:January Technologies Community Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:A monthly dialogue space where MHEC’s Technologies Community and guests can connect on evolving challenges and opportunities. Each session will have room for collective wisdom-sharing\, thorough open discussion or focused explorations of emerging topics. Bring your current questions\, share recent successes\, and collaborate on practical approaches to common challenges.\n\nThis event is open to members of MHEC’s Technologies Community. For more information on the community\, including how to join\, please contact Breanne Hegg.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/january-technologies-community-coffee-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251201T213529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T221931Z
UID:6824-1765198800-1765202400@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Opening Doors with Pell: Inside Kansas' Prison Education Programs
DESCRIPTION:With Pell Grants once again available to incarcerated students\, colleges across the region are rapidly expanding Prison Education Programs (PEPs). This webinar provides an inside look at how institutions are implementing PEPs in correctional settings\, comparing approaches across program maturity\, credential type\, instructional modality\, and institutional mission. Presenters will share candid insights into their successes\, challenges\, and the policies and procedures essential to their progress. Whether your institution is just beginning to explore PEPs or seeking to strengthen an existing program\, this session offers practical examples\, lessons learned\, and strategies you can take back to campus. \nPresenters\n \n\nNikol Nolan\, Executive Vice President Student Affairs\, Colby Community College\nE. Nicole Hess-Escalante\, Ph.D.\, Associate Vice President for Academics\, University of Saint Mary\nSheila Meiman\, Prison Education Specialist\, National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) (moderator)\nSamra Asghedom\, Manager of External Relations and Strategic Initiatives MHEC\, (host)
URL:https://mhec.org/event/opening-doors-with-pell-inside-kansas-prison-education-programs/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251110T224920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T081024Z
UID:6734-1764684000-1764687600@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Defining and Enhancing Value and ROI in Higher Education: State Approaches to Economic Mobility and Economic Prosperity
DESCRIPTION:The definition of a college education’s value is rapidly evolving\, leading states to seek better ways to align funding with student outcomes. Join us for a comprehensive overview of a multi-state exploratory cohort focused on developing and implementing robust higher education value propositions. This webinar will outline the overall project and highlight key learnings from states engaged in this intensive work. We will provide a deep dive into the pioneering approaches taken by Iowa\, Louisiana\, and Tennessee\, specifically examining how they have developed customized value frameworks and the resulting shifts in their outcomes funding formulas. \nPresenters: \nDr. Kenyatta Lovett\, Principal\, Education Strategy Group\nDr. Michael Deuser\, Director\, Education Strategy Group\nDr. Amy Gieseke\, Bureau Chief Community Colleges\, Iowa Department of Education
URL:https://mhec.org/event/defining-and-enhancing-value-and-roi-in-higher-education-state-approaches-to-economic-mobility-and-economic-prosperity/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T105000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250730T181745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T215016Z
UID:6181-1763632800-1763635800@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Lemonade from Lemons: How We Are Navigating the Unexpected in Our SIS Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly Technologies Community Coffee Chat will feature a presentation conducted by Angela Neria\, Pittsburg State University’s Chief Information Officer. Angela will share Pittsburg State’s collective approach to navigating the unexpected in their Student Information System (SIS) implementation. Rather than allowing it to derail their plans\, Pittsburg State has been making lemonade from lemons—by turning the challenge into an opportunity for growth and innovation. Angela will discuss the strategies being used for maintaining momentum\, keeping stakeholders engaged\, and enhancing preparedness for the eventual rollout. A key component of Pittsburg State’s approach is ensuring clear and transparent communication and creating both internal and external partnerships. This Coffee Chat will provide valuable insights into managing project disruptions\, fostering resilience\, and leading through effective communication. \nThis Coffee Chat is open to attendees beyond MHEC’s Technologies Community. For more information on the community and how to access this event\, please contact Benjamin Coder.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/november-technologies-community-coffee-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251017T163123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T195435Z
UID:6599-1763550000-1763553600@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Bridging Education and Work: How Credential Transparency Serves Learners and Employers
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Credential Engine and its partners are using the power of credential transparency and AI to bridge education and work. This session will showcase how open data standards like CTDL unlock new insights into skills\, pathways\, and workforce demand. Attendees will learn how these innovations drive measurable ROI for learners\, institutions\, and employers while building a more connected and future-ready talent ecosystem. \nPresenters: \nSarah Wyatt\, Partnership Manager\, Credential Engine\nJeff Grann\, Credential Solutions Lead\, Credential Engine\nCheryl Rice\, Ph.D.\, Vice Chancellor\, Higher Education Workforce Alignment\, Ohio Department of Higher Education\nSri Vidya Uppalapati\, Senior Program Manager\, Workforce Alignment\, Ohio Department of Higher Education\nCrystal Jones\, Ed.D.\, Senior Director of Workforce Partnerships and Director of the Ohio Semiconductor Collaboration Network\, Ohio Association of Community Colleges
URL:https://mhec.org/event/bridging-education-and-work-how-credential-transparency-serves-learners-and-employers/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251021T220806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T183519Z
UID:6631-1763033400-1763037000@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Student Exchange Program: Cost Savings Finder Tech Forum and User Focus Group
DESCRIPTION:MHEC is exploring the development of a Cost Savings Finder tool to make it easier for students and families to find and compare tuition savings options — including Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) discounts\, reciprocity agreements\, and non-differential tuition programs. \nBy consolidating these opportunities into one accessible platform\, the Cost Savings Finder aims to make tuition and affordability information easier to find\, more transparent\, and comparable across states — helping students and families make informed postsecondary choices. \nIncrease Discount Transparency: Your insights can help us design a more robust and scalable technology platform — key to increasing awareness of tuition discounts in the Midwest\, helping more students achieve significant tuition savings. \nSolve Data Pipeline Challenges: We’ll explore best practices for moving\, updating\, and ensuring the quality and refresh rate of institutional data (e.g.\, tuition\, program availability) on the proposed Cost Savings Finder tool to guarantee students have the most accurate information. \nShape AI and Data Sharing Policy: We’ll discuss the technical architecture and compliance needed for data sharing agreements\, including potential uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the development of responsible AI and data governance policies. \nInform High-Level Decisions: This forum offers a chance to directly influence the future of a major regional student exchange resource. Your recommendations will guide MHEC’s approach to system security\, data compliance\, and responsible AI implementation. \nYour contributions will help ensure this initiative reflects the highest standards of technological integrity\, usability\, and regional collaboration. \nYour expertise is also vital to ensuring the Cost Savings Finder is built on a strong and sustainable information foundation. In particular\, we’re seeking input from professionals who can help us: \n \n\nExplore early concepts and potential designs for the tool.\nDiscuss how different audiences—students\, families\, counselors\, and institutions—might use it.\nIdentify ways to ensure the tool is intuitive\, accurate\, and appropriate to meet the needs of users.\n\nYour feedback will be critical in shaping how users interact with the Cost Savings Finder and how it can most effectively serve the region. \n \nFor more information contact Carrie Wandler\, Senior Director of Policy Initiatives.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/midwest-student-exchange-program-csf-tech-forum-ux/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251023T163900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T163900Z
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SUMMARY:IA-NE-ND-SD FAFSA State Planning – November
DESCRIPTION:Strong statewide and regional networks are essential to improving FAFSA completion and expanding access to higher education across the Midwest. To help strengthen those connections\, MHEC is convening quarterly state team calls to share updates\, align strategies\, and sustain collaboration during each FAFSA cycle. \nIf you’re unable to attend your state’s call but wish to stay involved\, please let us know so we can include you in future FAFSA communications and share meeting materials.\nTo register or ask questions\, contact Samra Asghedom.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/ia-ne-nd-sd-fafsa-state-planning-november/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251023T163740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T163939Z
UID:6653-1762776000-1762779600@mhec.org
SUMMARY:IL-IN-MI-MO FAFSA State Planning – November
DESCRIPTION:Strong statewide and regional networks are essential to improving FAFSA completion and expanding access to higher education across the Midwest. To help strengthen those connections\, MHEC is convening quarterly state team calls to share updates\, align strategies\, and sustain collaboration during each FAFSA cycle. \nIf you’re unable to attend your state’s call but wish to stay involved\, please let us know so we can include you in future FAFSA communications and share meeting materials.\nTo register or ask questions\, contact Samra Asghedom.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/il-in-mi-mo-fafsa-state-planning-november/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251023T163558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T163918Z
UID:6650-1762768800-1762772400@mhec.org
SUMMARY:KS-MN-OH-WI FAFSA State Planning – November
DESCRIPTION:Strong statewide and regional networks are essential to improving FAFSA completion and expanding access to higher education across the Midwest. To help strengthen those connections\, MHEC is convening quarterly state team calls to share updates\, align strategies\, and sustain collaboration during each FAFSA cycle. \nIf you’re unable to attend your state’s call but wish to stay involved\, please let us know so we can include you in future FAFSA communications and share meeting materials.\nTo register or ask questions\, contact Samra Asghedom.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/ks-mn-oh-wi-fafsa-state-planning-november/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250513T134317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T214940Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Commission Meeting - November 2025
DESCRIPTION:Held in Cleveland\, Ohio. Contact Katie Chock with any questions.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/annual-commission-meeting-november-2025/
LOCATION:Cleveland\, OH
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251021T221511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T223742Z
UID:6634-1762173000-1762176600@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Student Exchange Program: Cost Savings Finder Stakeholder Scoping
DESCRIPTION:MHEC is exploring the development of a Cost Savings Finder tool to make it easier for students and families to find and compare tuition savings options — including Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) discounts\, reciprocity agreements\, and non-differential tuition programs. \nBy consolidating these opportunities into one accessible platform\, the Cost Savings Finder aims to make tuition and affordability information easier to find\, more transparent\, and comparable across states — helping students and families make informed postsecondary choices. \nYour expertise is vital to ensuring the Cost Savings Finder is built on a strong and sustainable information foundation.  \nThis will be the first in a three-part series of conversations with MHEC’s partner\, Resultant. The session will: \n\nDefine the project’s goals\, scope\, and target audiences.\nIdentify key stakeholders and data partners.\nDiscuss how the tool can best serve students\, families\, and institutions across the region.\n\nYour participation — and that of your colleagues — will help shape the foundation of this initiative to ensure it reflects real needs and opportunities across the Midwest. \n \nFor more information contact Carrie Wandler\, Senior Director of Policy Initiatives.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/midwest-student-exchange-program-csf-stakeholder-scoping/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T083000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251013T215156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T151112Z
UID:6570-1761636600-1761640200@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Networking Breakfast at EDUCAUSE 2025
DESCRIPTION:MHEC’s Technologies Community warmly invites all representatives from public and private (not-for-profit) institutions across the Midwest region to join us for a regional networking breakfast at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference 2025 in Nashville\, just a short walk from nearby event hotels. \nEnjoy a delicious breakfast while diving into meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities that matter most to our region. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn\, collaborate\, and expand your professional network. \nFor more information about registering\, please contact Benjamin Coder\, (612) 677-2772.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/breakfast-with-mhec-at-educause-2025/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20251008T173450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T223405Z
UID:6548-1761055200-1761058800@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Sharing the Cost: Insights from States Funding Dual Enrollment to Expand Access
DESCRIPTION:One of the most pressing barriers to dual enrollment access\, enrollment\, and attainment is the patchwork nature of how dual enrollment is funded. States vary widely in their models\, with some providing robust\, sustainable streams of funding while others placing the cost burden on K-12 systems\, postsecondary institutions\, or even families and students themselves. How states design and implement dual enrollment funding policies has a direct impact on which students can participate and thrive. \nOver the past decade\, several states have reimagined their funding models\, resulting in meaningful gains in participation and attainment. In this webinar\, Bellwether staff member Krista Kaput will share insights and lessons learned from their 2025 report\, Sharing the Cost: Insights from States Funding Dual Enrollment to Expand Access. The report includes case studies on California\, Idaho\, Minnesota\, and Texas\, highlighting how state funding models can serve as levers for expanding access\, participation\, and attainment in dual enrollment. \nPresenter: \nKrista Kaput\, Senior Analyst\, Bellwether \nPanelists will explore: \n\nThe fiscal and policy trade-offs states navigate when structuring dual enrollment funding systems;\nState-level funding strategies that directly affect student access and participation\, with examples of promising models;\nTargeted investments that can open the door for various student groups;\nKey lessons from states that have successfully advanced equitable access through policy reform.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/sharing-the-cost-insights-from-states-funding-dual-enrollment-to-expand-access/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250912T221327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T014231Z
UID:6451-1760623200-1760626800@mhec.org
SUMMARY:Are you Creative Commons Certified?
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Jennryn Wetzler\, Creative Commons (CC)\, will share an overview of the CC courses and their alumni program for over 2\,127 graduates in 70 countries. Kara K. Woodley\, University of Wisconsin-Superior\, will describe her experience in the CC Certificate course and how getting CC Certified has helped her work in Open Education. Learn more about MHEC’s collaboration with CC. Moderating this discussion will be Dr. Carrie Wandler\, MHEC.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/are-you-creative-commons-certified/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T145000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205155
CREATED:20250730T181659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T203452Z
UID:6179-1760623200-1760626200@mhec.org
SUMMARY:October Technologies Community Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:A monthly dialogue space where MHEC’s Technologies Community and guests can connect on evolving challenges and opportunities. Each session will have room for collective wisdom-sharing\, thorough open discussion or focused explorations of emerging topics. Bring your current questions\, share recent successes\, and collaborate on practical approaches to common challenges.\n\nThis event is open to members of MHEC’s Technologies Community. For more information on the community\, including how to join\, please contact Breanne Hegg.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/october-technologies-community-coffee-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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