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  • Career Growth Series 1 – CUPA-HR

    Career Growth Series 1 – CUPA-HR

    Career Growth Series 1 – Preparing for Leadership

    CUPA-HR’s Career Growth Series is a three-part professional development opportunity for higher ed HR professionals who want to explore how to grow, lead and thrive in their careers. The three 90-minute virtual workshops in each series offer practical tools, peer insights and reflective space to support your growth.

    While you can register for only one or two of the workshops, together they form a cohesive journey — from identifying creative, self-directed development opportunities to evaluating leadership readiness and building the skills and strategies needed to step into and succeed in leadership roles.

    The Career Growth Series is a pilot program that is open to invited CUPA-HR members. Seats are limited to support interaction among participants. The workshops will be highly interactive, so come prepared to engage, reflect and share ideas. The sessions will not be recorded.

    New to CUPA-HR Virtual Events?

    CUPA-HR is a nonpartisan, nonprofit educational organization of HR professionals serving our nation’s institutions of higher education. The content and discussions in these workshops are intended to be educational in nature and do not constitute legal advice or counsel. To that end, we request that participants refrain from promoting partisan positions during the workshops. 

    Building the Blueprint for Your Professional Development Journey

    Wednesday, August 13 | 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

    This workshop invites you to rethink professional development by exploring unconventional, self-directed strategies that align with your position and career aspirations. Through interactive activities and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to identify meaningful growth opportunities, build support for your development plan and articulate the value of your learning. Explore how curiosity, creativity and commitment can be key drivers for shaping a fulfilling professional journey in higher ed HR.

    Presenters

    Krista Vaught, Ed.D.
    Principal Advisor, Employee Experience and Learning and Development
    Frontier Design

    Natalie Trent
    Talent Management Manager
    Grand Valley State University

    Navigating Career Possibilities: Is Leadership Your Next Destination?

    Wednesday, August 20 | 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

    This workshop will help you explore if leadership/management is the right next step in your career journey and will challenge the assumption that upward mobility is the only route to career fulfillment. Through self-assessment, peer dialogue and real-world insights, you’ll examine your motivations and strengths — and the realities of leadership roles. Leave with clarity on your path forward, whether it involves formal leadership or alternative growth opportunities in higher ed HR.

    Presenters

    Dawn Aziz, Ph.D.
    Director, Organization and Employee Development
    Wayne State University

    Kristen Finley
    Talent and Organizational Development Specialist
    Clemson University

    Elizabeth Oeltjenbruns
    Organization Development Consultant
    University of South Florida

    Krista Vaught, Ed.D.
    Principal Advisor, Employee Experience and Learning and Development
    Frontier Design

    From Aspiration to Action: Positioning Yourself for a Successful Transition Into Leadership

    Wednesday, August 27 | 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

    This workshop is for higher ed HR professionals who are pursuing a leadership or managerial role or have recently transitioned into leadership/management. You’ll explore essential leadership competencies, reflect on your readiness, and learn strategies to build experience and credibility, even without a formal title. Through interactive discussions and real-world insights, you’ll gain tools to confidently navigate the shift from team member to a formal leadership role.

    Laura Boehme
    Vice President of People and Technology
    Central Oregon Community College

    Krista Vaught, Ed.D.
    Principal Advisor, Employee Experience and Learning and Development
    Frontier Design

    CORE
    Employee Development

    STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
    Leading the Higher Ed Business Model

    ENGAGEMENT
    Self-Awareness and Accountability

    New to CUPA-HR Virtual Events?
    The CUPA-HR website requires you to create a free site account if you don’t already have one. After you’ve created a website account and established a login, you can then proceed to register for this event. If you have any questions while registering, please contact CUPA-HR toll free at 877-287-2474 or via e-mail at [email protected].

    Need to Cancel a Registration?
    Fill out the cancellation form.

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  • Reports – BEES Survey – CUPA-HR

    Reports – BEES Survey – CUPA-HR

    Newly Redesigned BEES Survey Reports – 2025

    CUPA-HR Research is pleased to introduce redesigned Benefits, Employee Experience, and Structure (BEES) Survey reports in DataOnDemand. Our new reports feature a fresh look and feel and now include charts for most variables. Charts make it easier than ever to share the latest trends with leadership and teammates so you can continue to build and maintain competitive employee experience and benefits packages. Even better — your institution still has time to earn your discount on 2026 BEES DataOnDemand by participating in the BEES Survey.

    If your institution already subscribes to BEES DataOnDemand, log in to DataOnDemand to see the above chart for your peers (as opposed to all institutions that contributed data). If your institution has a BEES subscription, but you don’t have access, have your CHRO or primary CUPA-HR contact assign you access using these steps. Finally, if your institution does not currently have a BEES DataOnDemand subscription, consider participating in the BEES Survey to get a discount on 2026 BEES DataOnDemand.

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  • 2025 DataOnDemand Order Form – CUPA-HR

    2025 DataOnDemand Order Form – CUPA-HR

    This form is for ordering 2025 DataOnDemand (DOD) subscriptions ONLY. 2025 DOD subscriptions feature data collected in fall of 2024.

    • Access Expiration: Access to 2025 DataOnDemand subscriptions will expire at 12:01 a.m. ET on February 9, 2026.
    • User Access: Once payment is received in full, your institution’s chief HR officer (CHRO) or Primary CUPA-HR Contact will be able to assign access to authorized subscription users at your institution. See Manage DOD Access for details.

    To pre-order 2026 DOD subscriptions — accessible February 12, 2026–February 8, 2027 — use our standard ordering system. 2026 DOD subscriptions feature data collected this fall.

    Participation discounts on DOD subscriptions apply to the specific surveys (and survey years) in which your institution participated.

     

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  • Chapter Budget – CUPA-HR

    Chapter Budget – CUPA-HR

    Creating Your Chapter Budget

    Creating a budget each year will help guide your chapter’s financial decisions and ensure you are using resources responsibly.

    A budget provides a clear picture of expected income and expenses, aligns your spending with the chapter’s goals, and helps you plan events and initiatives with confidence. Tracking your real expenses and income against your budget helps identify trends and may help you better prepare for future years.


    Sample Budget and Template

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  • CHRO Conversations – CUPA-HR

    CHRO Conversations – CUPA-HR

    CHRO Conversations


    Register for Upcoming CHRO Conversations

    Amid the changes and uncertainty higher ed institutions are navigating, chief HR officers (CHROs) are providing critical leadership to their institutions and workforce. To support those efforts, our new CHRO Conversations offer monthly opportunities for CHROs to hear about strategies being implemented on other campuses, to discuss solutions to emerging challenges, and to connect with one another in a space where conversation is encouraged.

    Hosted by CUPA-HR, each 60-minute virtual session features knowledgeable and experienced higher ed HR leaders sharing real-world insights on a timely topic — from workforce planning and HR systems to compensation and strategic leadership. Each session includes breakout discussions to create a high-impact experience tailored to the demands of today’s HR leaders navigating ambiguity and change.

    Important: These events are open only to higher ed chief HR officers at CUPA-HR member institutions. Seats are limited to support interaction among participants, so come prepared to engage, reflect and share ideas. These events will not be recorded.

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  • Defining Leadership – CUPA-HR

    Defining Leadership – CUPA-HR

    CUPA-HR’s
    Definition of Leadership

    Defining Leadership

    In 2025, CUPA-HR has expanded its focus on leadership development. To better understand what we mean by this, CUPA-HR staff engaged in an inclusive and iterative process with over 200 CUPA-HR members across multiple programs, committees, boards and councils to explore different experiences of leadership. The result of this process is a definition that reflects a shared understanding of leadership as a practice rooted in relationships, purpose and impact. The definition is also reflective of CUPA-HR’s values and will guide leadership development efforts moving forward.

    Leadership is guiding others to achieve outcomes through collaborative relationships.

    Although the definition offers a holistic look at leadership, it is grounded in three distinct elements shaped by CUPA-HR member and staff input.

    • Leadership is “guiding others.” Through a range of styles, higher ed HR leaders support and inspire others to grow, contribute and succeed. This guidance is rooted in intentionality, influence, modeling behavior, building trust, and inspiring action toward shared goals. In higher ed HR, guiding can happen from any role, regardless of title.
    • Leadership is about “accomplishing outcomes” by aligning people’s work with institutional goals, building shared purpose, and driving meaningful progress through strategic action, accountability and a commitment to professional growth.
    • Leadership happens through “collaborative relationships” built on trust. These relationships create inclusive communities where individuals feel valued, supported and inspired to contribute toward common goals.

    This shared definition of leadership will serve as a foundation for CUPA-HR’s ongoing and future efforts. It will guide our multi-year leadership development strategy, inform the design of leadership development programs and resources, and shape how we communicate about leadership. From refining event tracks and storytelling in our communications, to supporting chapters and aligning with our Learning Framework, this definition will be a touchstone for our work, ensuring that leadership development remains grounded in the voices, values and aspirations of our community. See additional context for the leadership definition and questions for reflecting on how it applies to your work.

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  • Career Growth Series – CUPA-HR

    Career Growth Series – CUPA-HR

    Career Growth Series

    CUPA-HR’s Career Growth Series is a three-part professional development opportunity for higher ed HR professionals who want to explore how to grow, lead and thrive in their careers. These 90-minute virtual workshops will offer practical tools, peer insights and reflective space to support your growth.

    While you can register for only one or two of the workshops, together they form a cohesive journey — from identifying creative, self-directed development opportunities to evaluating leadership readiness and building the skills and strategies needed to step into and succeed in leadership roles.

    The Career Growth Series is a pilot program that is open to invited CUPA-HR members. Seats are limited to support interaction among participants. The workshops will be highly interactive, so come prepared to engage, reflect and share ideas. The sessions will not be recorded.

    New to CUPA-HR Virtual Events?

    Building the Blueprint for Your Professional Development Journey

    Wednesday, August 13 | 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

    This workshop invites you to rethink professional development by exploring unconventional, self-directed strategies that align with your position and career aspirations. Through interactive activities and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to identify meaningful growth opportunities, build support for your development plan and articulate the value of your learning. Explore how curiosity, creativity and commitment can be key drivers for shaping a fulfilling professional journey in higher ed HR.

    Presenters

    Krista Vaught, Ed.D.
    Principal Advisor, Employee Experience and Learning and Development
    Frontier Design

    Natalie Trent
    Talent Management Manager
    Grand Valley State University


    Register for the August 13 Workshop

    The Zoom link will be shared with registrants via email the day before the event.

    Navigating Career Possibilities: Is Leadership Your Next Destination?

    Wednesday, August 20 | 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

    This workshop will help you explore if leadership/management is the right next step in your career journey and will challenge the assumption that upward mobility is the only route to career fulfillment. Through self-assessment, peer dialogue and real-world insights, you’ll examine your motivations and strengths — and the realities of leadership roles. Leave with clarity on your path forward, whether it involves formal leadership or alternative growth opportunities in higher ed HR.

    Presenters

    Dawn Aziz, Ph.D.
    Director, Organization and Employee Development
    Wayne State University

    Kristen Finley
    Talent and Organizational Development Specialist
    Clemson University

    Elizabeth Oeltjenbruns
    Organization Development Consultant
    University of South Florida

    Krista Vaught, Ed.D.
    Principal Advisor, Employee Experience and Learning and Development
    Frontier Design


    Register for the August 20 Workshop

    The Zoom link will be shared with registrants via email the day before the event.

    From Aspiration to Action: Positioning Yourself for a Successful Transition Into Leadership

    Wednesday, August 27 | 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

    This workshop is for higher ed HR professionals who are pursuing a leadership or managerial role or have recently transitioned into leadership/management. You’ll explore essential leadership competencies, reflect on your readiness, and learn strategies to build experience and credibility, even without a formal title. Through interactive discussions and real-world insights, you’ll gain tools to confidently navigate the shift from team member to a formal leadership role.

    Laura Boehme
    Vice President of People and Technology
    Central Oregon Community College

    Krista Vaught, Ed.D.
    Principal Advisor, Employee Experience and Learning and Development
    Frontier Design


    Register for the August 27 Workshop

    The Zoom link will be shared with registrants via email the day before the event.

    CORE
    Employee Development

    STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
    Leading the Higher Ed Business Model

    ENGAGEMENT
    Self-Awareness and Accountability

    New to CUPA-HR Virtual Events?
    The CUPA-HR website requires you to create a free site account if you don’t already have one. After you’ve created a website account and established a login, you can then proceed to register for this event. If you have any questions while registering, please contact CUPA-HR toll free at 877-287-2474 or via e-mail at [email protected].

    Need to Cancel a Registration?
    Fill out the cancellation form.

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  • State Department Unveils Student and Exchange Visitor Visa Social Media Vetting Guidance – CUPA-HR

    State Department Unveils Student and Exchange Visitor Visa Social Media Vetting Guidance – CUPA-HR

    by CUPA-HR | June 24, 2025

    On June 18, the Department of State issued a cable to all U.S. diplomatic and consular posts formally expanding the screening and vetting process for applicants of F, M and J (FMJ) nonimmigrant visas. The State Department guidance resumes FMJ appointment scheduling after a previous announcement from the agency paused all student visa interviews as they prepared for the new social media screening and vetting guidance.

    Background

    At the end of May, the State Department announced that U.S. embassies and consular sections were pausing new student visa interviews as they awaited further guidance on new social media screening and vetting requirements. CUPA-HR joined the American Council on Education and other higher education associations on a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio requesting the agency quickly implement the new vetting measures to ensure new student visas could be efficiently processed before the 2025-2026 academic year. No further guidance was publicly announced between the announced pausing of student visa interviews and the cable sent out to all diplomatic and consular posts.

    New Screening and Vetting Guidance

    The cable directs consular sections to resume scheduling FMJ appointments after implementing the new vetting procedures. The guidance requires officers to conduct “a comprehensive and thorough vetting of all FMJ applicants, including online presence, to identify applicants who bear hostile attitudes toward our citizens, culture, government, institutions, or founding principles; who advocate for, aid, or support designated foreign terrorists and other threats to U.S. national security; or who perpetrate unlawful antisemitic harassment or violence.” The posts are directed to implement the new guidance within five business days.

    As explained in the cable, consular officers are directed to conduct intake and interviews in accordance with standard procedures, but once an FMJ applicant is otherwise eligible for the requested nonimmigrant status, officers must temporarily refuse the case under Section 221(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). After refusing the case, officers must request the applicant set all social media accounts to “public,” after which the officer must examine “the applicant’s entire online presence — not just social media activity — using any appropriate search engines or other online resources.”

    The new vetting procedures could limit the consular officers’ ability to process student visa applications quickly and efficiently as the cable also mentions that consular sections should “consider the effect of this guidance on workload” when resuming the scheduling of FMJ appointments. Even with these concerns, the cable does request expedited appointments for certain FMJs, including J-1 physicians and F-1 students seeking to study at U.S. institutions where the international student body constitutes 15 percent or less of the total student population.

    While much of the advocacy from interested stakeholders on this issue revolves around students, individuals seeking J-1 visas to participate in cultural and educational exchange programs to conduct research or teach at institutions could be subject to an enhanced level of scrutiny. CUPA-HR will continue to monitor for updates related to the FMJ vetting processes.



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  • Senate Introduces Legislation to Increase Federal Minimum Wage to $15 per Hour – CUPA-HR

    Senate Introduces Legislation to Increase Federal Minimum Wage to $15 per Hour – CUPA-HR

    by CUPA-HR | June 24, 2025

    On June 10, Senators Josh Hawley (R-MO) and Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced the Higher Wages for American Workers Act (S. 2013). The Higher Wages for American Workers Act would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), raising the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour and directing the secretary of labor to adjust the minimum wage annually based on inflation.

    Higher Wages for American Workers Act

    The bill proposes to increase the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour beginning January 1 of the first year after enactment. Each year after, the secretary of labor is directed to increase the minimum wage annually by “the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers.”

    Although the federal minimum wage has not been increased since 2009, several states have increased their state minimum wage above the current $7.25 per hour. As of January 1, 2025, 30 states and the District of Columbia have minimum wage laws set above the federal level, and 10 states and the District of Columbia have a minimum wage of $15 per hour or higher. All other states must follow the minimum wage set by Congress through the FLSA.

    Looking Ahead

    While legislation has been introduced in recent years to increase the federal minimum wage, calls to increase the level to $15 per hour have mostly come from Congressional Democrats. It is therefore notable that Republican Senator Josh Hawley is leading efforts on this issue. It remains to be seen if enough Republicans in the Senate will also support this effort to give the legislation the chance to receive 60 votes to bypass the filibuster and whether House Republicans will take up similar legislation.

    CUPA-HR will keep members apprised of further developments related to federal minimum wage laws.



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