A Voice and a Force for Liberal Education

The American Association of Colleges and Universities is a global membership organization dedicated to advancing the democratic purposes of higher education by promoting equity, innovation, and excellence in liberal education.

What's New

Award\June 28, 2022

Liberal Education Magazine Wins Two EXCEL Awards

Liberal Education magazine has been honored with two EXCEL awards from SIIA, winning a gold award for design excellence and a bronze award for overall excellence.

Award\July 1, 2022

Delphi Award Nominations Now Open

Applications will be accepted through July 1 for the 2022 Delphi Award. The Award recognizes outstanding efforts to support adjunct, contingent, and non-tenure-track faculty in promoting student success. $15,000 is awarded to two winners annually.

Conference\November 3, 2022

2022 Conference on Transforming STEM Higher Education

Accelerating undergraduate STEM education reform. Submit a proposal by July 11, 2022.

AAC&U serves as a catalyst and facilitator for innovations that improve educational quality and equity and that support the success of all students.

Campus Priorities

Although each campus has a unique mission and culture, institutions across higher education face similar challenges and emerging trends. AAC&U supports our members with timely resources and evidence-based guidance focused on their top priorities.