Association for Institutional Research (AIR)

Join us for a practical introduction to enrollment forecasting tailored for higher education! We’ll explore a range of forecasting approaches, with a focus on straightforward models that are accessible and easy to implement—regardless of institutional size or resources. Participants will learn best practices for building forecasting processes that foster collaboration across campus, enhance transparency, and build trust in the results. We’ll also cover effective communication strategies to ensure your forecasts are clearly understood by stakeholders at all levels of the institution. 💻 Virtual workshop 📅 November 17 ⌚ 2–5 p.m. ET ⚠️ Registration closes November 16 at 11:59 p.m. ET. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/evY5Ri4E #HigherEd #Enrollment #Forecasting #IR #IRwatercooler #VirtualWorkshop

Our first two sessions of Association for Institutional Research (AIR)'s LEADing Change with Analytics series (Facilitating Change and Building and Develop a Team) were small but mighty! Next Thursday, we will be exploring strategies to Assess the Current State of Analytics at your institution to help you plan your next moves. Explore the series and register for our remaining workshops at https://lnkd.in/eHCXtbpQ #HigherEdData #Analytics #IRWaterCooler

Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement (ACTS) requirements are still taking shape—but your institution can start preparing today.   Join us for "Navigating in Uncertainty: How to Prepare for ACTS," a no-cost webinar focused on what institutions can do now—before requirements are finalized—to get organized, identify data gaps, and map out a realistic reporting plan.   You will also hear about upcoming AIR resources, trainings, and support designed to help institutions like yours navigate ACTS with confidence.   📅 Date: November 19 ⌚ Time: 12:30–2 p.m. ET 🏷️ Pricing: FREE ($0 members / $0 nonmembers) 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eYxCQedV #HigherEd #HigherEducation #IR #IRwatercooler #ACTS #Webinar

Data folks! Are you getting serious about analytics? If you're ready to take the next steps, join me on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 to learn about Building and Developing a Team, the next workshop in the Association for Institutional Research (AIR) LEADing Change with Analytics series. Through a combination of discussion, lecture and applied activities, we will cover the basics of cross-functional collaboration, building support with executives, and staffing analytics change. Register now at https://lnkd.in/ePRupi5i #HigherEdData #Analytics #IRWaterCooler

📊 NEW! Fundamentals of Enrollment Forecasting Join us for a practical introduction to enrollment forecasting tailored for higher education! We’ll explore a range of forecasting approaches, with a focus on straightforward models that are accessible and easy to implement—regardless of institutional size or resources.    💻 Virtual workshop 📅 November 17 ⌚ 2–5 p.m. ET Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your forecasting skills and support informed decision making at your institution! Registration closes November 16 at 11:59 p.m. ET. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/embbAKvz #HigherEd #Enrollment #Forecasting #IR #IRwatercooler #VirtualWorkshop

🌟 LEADing Change With Analytics Workshop Series 🌟   Through a blend of theory and practice, these virtual workshops will help you develop strategies to engage stakeholders, create effective teams, plan activities that identify your goals and move toward them, and foster a culture of data-informed decision making.   Join us as we bring the Change With Analytics Playbook to life! Explore the workshop series and register for the topics most relevant to you. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDb-VeNs #ChangeWithAnalytics #LEADingChange #IRwatercooler #HigherEd #HigherEducation #VirtualWorkshops #WorkshopSeries

The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) recently submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Education on the redesign of the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). Reflecting the perspectives of AIR’s community of data professionals, our recommendations focus on strengthening federal postsecondary data systems so they remain trusted, useful, and responsive to the needs of higher education. 📄 Read the full comments: https://lnkd.in/egXbHcZ7 #air4data #IRwatercooler

Excited to see this new Association for Institutional Research (AIR) analytics workshop series come to life! Grateful to Jeremy for sharing his expertise and helping our community move from data to insight to action. #air4data #IRwatercooler

The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) was glad to join our Postsecondary Data Collaborative partners in supporting these practical recommendations to the Department of Education. Thoughtful input from researchers and practitioners helps ensure new data collections advance both data quality and transparency. #air4data #IRwatercooler #IPEDS

Today, the Association for Institutional Research (AIR) submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Education on the proposed Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement (ACTS) to IPEDS. Informed by feedback from more than 580 data professionals, AIR’s letter emphasizes that meaningful transparency depends on data that are accurate, comparable, and feasible to collect. Our recommendations aim to maintain the integrity of IPEDS while ensuring new reporting supports clear, trustworthy information for students and the public. I’m grateful to everyone who shared their insights and perspectives to help shape this important response. Read AIR’s full submission here: https://lnkd.in/eYmc6D_W #air4data #IRWatercooler #IPEDS #HigherEdData