 The Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) has released the updated 2026 Cross-Functional Framework for Advancing Health and Well-Being, providing higher education leaders and professionals with a renewed resource for strengthening collaborative, institution-wide efforts to support health and well-being.
The 2026 edition replaces the previous Cross-Functional Framework for Advancing Health and Well-Being and reflects a renewed emphasis on collaborative strategies for holistic student support and the well-being of learners and professionals.
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 NACCU was founded in 1993 and is the only member association dedicated to serving professionals who manage campus identification programs in higher education. Its knowledgeable, friendly community of campus professionals is passionate about doing what's best for their campuses and the students and staff they serve, making NACCU an invaluable resource for unlocking the potential of the campus card.
 The Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) has released the newly updated 2026 CAS Standards for Civic and Community-Engaged Learning Programs, along with the accompanying Self-Assessment Guide (SAG).
Representing a comprehensive revision for 2026, the updated Standards provide higher education professionals with a current framework for developing, evaluating, and strengthening programs that connect student learning and development with meaningful civic and community engagement.  For more than four decades, the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) has provided higher education professionals with trusted standards and guidelines to support program quality, assessment, student learning, and continuous improvement. Now, CAS is making it easier to put those standards into practice with CAS+.
 The Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors-International (ACCED-I), founded in 1980, serves as a global network of over 1,100 campus professionals dedicated to designing, marketing, coordinating, and planning conferences and events at colleges and universities worldwide. For decades, ACCED-I has significantly raised the visibility and enhanced the stature of the collegiate conference and events profession. Through robust professional development, community-building, and resource sharing, ACCED-I supports higher education professionals dedicated to maintaining high standards of excellence across institutional areas.
 At CAS, progress is fueled by both forward-thinking innovation and deep institutional wisdom.
On June 30, 2026, CAS President Gayle Spencer convened our Past Presidents for their biannual leadership update. This meeting offers a critical space for past leaders to connect firsthand with the organization's current trajectory, strategic priorities, and future evolution.  Can you even call these standards? A self-reflective nerve at the end of my elbow was slammed into a proverbial door jam. The question was posed by consultants CAS had hired to help navigate our future, circa 2023. The context was in relation to the gap between how CAS, as an organization, believes the broader field of higher education uses our “standards.”
 The American College Health Association (ACHA), founded in 1920, serves as the principal leadership organization for college health professionals. Its membership spans medical care, mental health, health promotion, insurance, and pharmacy services across college and university campuses. Through professional development, research, advocacy, and extensive resources, ACHA supports higher education professionals dedicated to enhancing student well-being and success.
 With April underway, CAS encourages student affairs professionals to reflect on this month’s observances, which offer meaningful opportunities for engagement across campus communities. April’s holidays highlight themes of accessibility, well-being, sustainability, learning, creativity, and integrity, reminding institutions of the interconnected ways policies, programs, and campus environments shape student success. By intentionally engaging with these observances and using the CAS Standards as a guide, professionals can ground their efforts in continuous assessment and purposeful action, fostering inclusive, health-promoting, and environmentally responsible campus communities where all students can thrive.
 As we move into February, CAS encourages student affairs professionals to continue the year with intention, reflection, and a focus on how their work supports student well-being, safety, learning, and belonging across campus communities. Moments of awareness throughout the month provide opportunities to examine how policies, programs, and operations contribute to environments where students can thrive. Using the CAS Standards as a guide, professionals can ensure these efforts are grounded in assessment, purpose, and continuous improvement.
 The National Career Development Association (NCDA) is a leading professional association serving career development practitioners across a wide range of settings, with its largest membership constituency working in higher education. NCDA supports these professionals by building community, sharing best practices, and advancing the field of career development through research, collaboration, and professional learning. Its members work to help individuals identify career pathways, develop professional skills, and achieve meaningful career and life goals.
 As we enter January, CAS invites student affairs professionals to begin the new year with reflection, intention, and renewed commitment to student well-being, equity, and learning. January’s observances highlight the interconnected nature of mental health, safety, education, and civic responsibility across campus communities. By engaging these moments thoughtfully and using the CAS Standards as a guide, professionals can ground their efforts in continuous assessment and purposeful action, supporting holistic student development while fostering inclusive, supportive, and academically enriching environments.
 For more than a decade, Carol Miller Schaefer has been a steadfast leader, contributor, and champion of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education's mission. Her dedication, expertise, and unwavering support have strengthened CAS and advanced its work across the higher education community. In recognition of her remarkable service and deep commitment, CAS formally presents the following proclamation.
 The Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) is the organization that honor societies join when they seek certification by a neutral body and collaboration with peers to uphold the highest standards of excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and research. Founded in 1925, ACHS is the only certifying agency for college and university honor societies. It establishes standards for organizational excellence, scholastic eligibility, and governance practices, ensuring that academic recognition remains meaningful and aligned with institutional values.
 As we enter December, CAS invites student affairs professionals to pause and consider the many opportunities this month offers to foster awareness, connection, and growth across campus communities. Meaningful engagement with holidays and observances begins with reflection, but it’s strengthened through action. Using the CAS Standards as a guide, professionals can ensure that their efforts to recognize and support diverse student experiences are grounded in continuous assessment and intentional improvement.
Recording: Introducing the Revised CAS Standards for Transfer Student Programs and Services11/18/2025
After more than a decade, the CAS Standards for Transfer Student Programs and Services have been completely revised to reflect the current state of transfer research, policy, and practice. We invite you to review the official recording of the recent National Transfer Student Week webinar to learn what's new in the revision, how the standards can inform your transfer work regardless of role, and practical ways to use them for strategic planning, professional development, and advocacy.
 The Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA) supports more than 2,700 members across higher education who work every day to promote student development, responsible decision-making, and the safety and well-being of their campus communities. ASCA members serve in conduct offices, Title IX and Title VI teams, case management and CARE units, and within organizational headquarters. Together, they advance practices that encourage accountability, learning, and growth for students during some of the most challenging moments of their college experience.
As we enter November, CAS invites student affairs professionals to pause and consider the many opportunities this month offers to foster awareness, connection, and growth across campus communities. Meaningful engagement with holidays and observances begins with reflection—but it’s strengthened through action. Using the CAS Standards as a guide, professionals can ensure that their efforts to recognize and support diverse student experiences are grounded in continuous assessment and intentional improvement.
The Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) has released the 2025 update of the Transfer Student Programs and Services Standards and the companion Self-Assessment Guide (SAG), available now in the CAS Store.
 There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s launch of the IWC Learning Series, presented by the Inter-association Well-being Collaborative (IWC) and CAS.
 October 22, 2025 | 11:00 AM ET | Virtual Webinar After more than a decade, the CAS Standards for Transfer Student Programs and Services have been fully updated—reflecting today’s realities in transfer research, policy, and student success.
 The National College Testing Association (NCTA) is a non-profit organization of testing professionals working in postsecondary institutions, testing companies, and other professional venues. NCTA is dedicated to promoting professionalism and quality in the administration of testing services and programs, including issues related to test administration, accessibility, development, scoring, and assessment.
 Since 2019, Doreen Murner has served as the Executive Director of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS), bringing more than 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience to the role.
 The Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) is pleased to announce that Patricia I. Mulcahy-Ernt, Ph.D., Professor in the School of Education at the University of Bridgeport, has been elected to serve as Member at Large (General) on the CAS Governing Board, effective September 1, 2025.
 The Southern Association for College Student Affairs (SACSA) is a premier generalist association that supports student affairs professionals and graduate students across the South. Founded in 1949, SACSA has a long history of fostering community, professional development, scholarship, and ethical practice, guided by its core values of inclusiveness, professionalism, and collegiality. What distinguishes SACSA is its close-knit, collaborative atmosphere where professionals at all levels can connect and engage in advancing both the scholarship and practice of student affairs.
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