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News and notes from the Council of Independent Colleges, the national organization for independent colleges and universities. cic.edu Washington, DC Joined August 2012-
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Exciting updates from CIC members launching innovative programs, majors, grad offerings, scholarships, and more! Plus, new partnerships and student centers are making education more accessible, affordable, and wellness-focused than ever: cic.edu/newsletter/cic…
Every three years, CIC administers a survey to member presidents to better understand their needs and how CIC can best support them. The latest survey was conducted in Spring 2025. Read more about the results: cic.edu/newsletter/mem…
CIC offers several annual professional development programs and seminars for leadership at member institutions. Read more about highlights from Summer 2025 programs and seminars: cic.edu/newsletter/upd…
The Summer 2025 edition of CIC’s Independent newsletter features highlights and updates from CIC initiatives, networks, programs, and members. Read the full newsletter: cic.edu/insights/indep…
CIC is looking forward to an exciting fall ahead, and we hope your plans include the 2025 Institute for Chief Academic Officers. This year’s Institute also invites peers in student affairs and student success areas. cic.edu/event/2025-cao… #2025CAOI #highered #studentsuccess
CIC is pleased to announce the launch of the On Campus book series in collaboration with Anthem Press. Books in the On Campus series will address significant issues in independent higher education from the perspective of current campus leaders.
Read the latest issue of Marjorie Hass' newsletter for advice about crafting a good story, updates from CIC, and reflections on what she’s reading and how those works have influenced her thinking and writing: myemail.constantcontact.com/Hass-Newslette…
Jeanine Finn of Claremont College is conducting a survey on Teaching with Disappearing Data to hear from higher-ed instructors about experiences with teaching with government datasets, and how they have adapted when and if data disappears. Survey link: pomona.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bj…
Registration is open for CIC’s 2025 Institute for Chief Academic Officers. CIC members can save by registering before Sept 3. Visit the CIC website to find the full schedule and registration details: cic.edu/event/2025-cao… #2025CAOI #highered #studentsuccess
CIC is excited to announce the Alliance for Strategic Innovation (ASI), a new initiative to coordinate efforts of CIC members to strengthen independent higher education. Read more: cic.edu/about/alliance…
Attention new and first-time college and university presidents: CIC is hosting an informal virtual gathering on August 19. This is an opportunity to meet new colleagues and hear about key current issues and solutions for the sector. Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
Registration is open for CIC's 2026 Presidents Institute on January 4–7, in Orlando, Florida! Learn more and register today: cic.edu/event/2026-pre… #CICpresidents2026
Attention CIC Member Presidents: It’s time to renew your membership for the upcoming academic year. Please check your email for more information. At this critical moment, CIC is meeting the needs of our members. Thank you for your leadership and ongoing commitment to the sector.
CIC offers networks that advance an institution’s goals and priorities: -Online Course Sharing Consortium cic.edu/networks/onlin… -Belong cic.edu/networks/belon… -Tuition Exchange Program cic.edu/networks/tuiti… -NetVUE cic.edu/networks/netvu… -AI Ready cic.edu/networks/ai-re…
CIC’s membership includes more than 700 nonprofit independent colleges and universities, state-based councils of independent colleges, and other higher education affiliates. Members are diverse in size, location, mission, resources, and interests. cic.edu/membership/dat…
CIC’s @JPfefferMerrill offers strategies for graduate faculty and deans to implement now. #AcademicFreedom Via @insidehighered
CIC’s @JPfefferMerrill offers strategies for graduate faculty and deans to implement now. #AcademicFreedom Via @insidehighered
Read more about Marjorie Hass' reflections on isolationism in the US (and what that means for campus leaders and for students) and what she’s reading: myemail.constantcontact.com/Hass-Newslette… Find the link to subscribe to future issues and other links to her writing: cic.edu/about/presiden…
Attention first-time member presidents: CIC invites you to join Presidential Coaching Circles. These monthly online meetings offer a confidential space to share challenges, gain insights, and build a support network. We hope you will join us. Apply today: cic.edu/opportunity/pr…
CIC and @CDI_America have launched a new partnership with a cohort of eight independent liberal arts colleges and universities to advance civil discourse and strengthen student engagement at their campuses during the 2025–26 academic year. Read more: cic.edu/news/construct…
Registration is open for CIC’s 2025 Institute for Chief Academic Officers: November 1–4, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The theme of this year’s Institute is Building Places of Promise: Unlocking Student Success. The full schedule is available online: cic.edu/event/2025-cao…
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