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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
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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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
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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/
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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:20260403T220744
CREATED:20260324T173516Z
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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:20260429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
CREATED:20260312T181016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T183047Z
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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:20260512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
CREATED:20260304T162625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T173500Z
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SUMMARY:Ohio – 2026 MHEC Annual State Visits
DESCRIPTION:MHEC President Susan Heegaard will visit Columbus 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 Ohio\, please contact Samra Asghedom\, MHEC manager of external relations and strategic initiatives\, to check availability at (612) 677-2764.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/ohio-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:20260528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
CREATED:20260312T182801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T183608Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Work: Uncovering the True Scope of Licensure Compliance Challenges in Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive into the Between the Lines\, Behind the Work survey from WCET- SAN\, revealing the true scope of licensure compliance burdens for higher education institutions. Co-authors Kathryn Kerensky and Sarah Cheverton will present key findings from the report. Kris Maul will offer additional insight into the barriers institutions face\, based on HELP’s work with institutions in the Midwest and beyond. \nDiscover: \nHidden challenges in navigating requirements for licensure programs.\nReal-world impacts on program delivery\, student access\, and institutional resources.\nActionable strategies to streamline compliance\, reduce administrative workload\, and expand your online programs’ reach. \nWhether you’re an academic leader\, compliance officer\, or online program director\, this webinar equips you with data-driven insights and proven solutions to overcome these barriers and thrive in a complex regulatory landscape. \nPresenters: \nKathryn Kerensky\, Director of Digital Learning\, Policy & Compliance\, WCET-SAN\nSarah Cheverton\, State Authorization and Compliance Officer for Online and Distance Learning\, James Madison University\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/behind-the-work/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Roberson":MAILTO:maryr@mhec.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
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SUMMARY:2026 Executive Committee Meeting - Indianapolis
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Executive Committee Meeting will be held in Indianapolis. Contact Katie Chock with any questions.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/2026-executive-committee-meeting-indianapolis/
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mhec.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/monument-circle.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
CREATED:20251008T203142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T233722Z
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SUMMARY:College Affordability Summit: FAFSA & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 College Affordability Summit will bring together practitioners\, policymakers\, and postsecondary partners to strengthen financial aid efforts across the region. Amid shifting federal policy and evolving local challenges\, this convening aims to share best practices\, deepen cross-state collaboration\, and clarify the roles and responsibilities of all actors in improving student access to financial aid. \nIf you are interested in presenting or facilitating a session at the Summit\, please complete this form to share your proposal. \nSummit Goals\n\nEquip state-level stakeholders to address emerging topics related to college affordability that advances states’ postsecondary attainment and workforce development goals.\nStrengthen intra-state and cross-sector sharing of best practices on college and career attainment\, cost transparency\, financial aid policy\, and FAFSA completion support.\nPromote regional and national collaboration\, with a particular focus on the Midwest\, by highlighting organizations and initiatives advancing FAFSA completion and college affordability and by facilitating dialogue around the sharing of resources and effective practices across states.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/college-affordability-summit/
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan McNicholes":MAILTO:jonathanm@mhec.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119
DTSTAMP:20260403T220744
CREATED:20260116T155439Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Commission Meeting – Chicago
DESCRIPTION:More details to follow. Contact Katie Chock with any questions.
URL:https://mhec.org/event/2026-annual-commission-meeting-chicago/
LOCATION:Chicago\, IL
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Chock":MAILTO:katiec@mhec.org
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