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If you haven’t explored the CAS website lately, now is a great time to take a look at the new features that empower efficient and effective assessment work across the higher education community.
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 The Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Watermark, a leader in educational assessment and planning solutions. This collaboration enables institutions to seamlessly apply CAS standards and Self-Assessment Guides (SAGs) within Watermark’s Planning & Self-Study platform, enhancing non-academic assessment practices and driving continuous improvement across campus.
 In celebration of Pride Month, CAS is proud to spotlight the Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals, a national community of higher education practitioners working to create more just and equitable campuses for LGBTQIA2S+ people. The Consortium supports professionals in gender and sexuality centers, faculty, staff, graduate students, and all individuals dedicated to building inclusive environments for queer and trans communities.
CAS Past President Dan Bureau presents a webinar session exploring how the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) can support day-to-day decision-making in student affairs. While CAS is widely known for its use in program review and self-assessment, this session focuses on how the standards can also serve as a practical framework for setting departmental priorities, managing resources, and aligning efforts with student learning and development goals.
 This month in our CAS Member Organization Spotlight Series, we are proud to feature the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA). Since its founding, AFA has been a hub for professionals and volunteers dedicated to advancing the field of fraternity and sorority advising in higher education. Originally established to foster collaboration among those working with fraternal organizations, AFA has grown into the leading association for professionals committed to “elevating the standard” of practice in this unique and evolving area.
Summer is more than just a break between semesters — it’s a valuable window for student affairs professionals to reflect, plan, and prepare. If you want to start the academic year strong, a CAS annual subscription can be one of the most powerful tools in your summer planning toolkit.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to recognize the growing mental health needs of students and reaffirm our commitment to fostering campus environments where well-being is a shared priority.
 As we approach Mental Health Awareness Month in May, CAS is proud to highlight the American College Health Association (ACHA) and its critical role in advancing the health and well-being of college students nationwide.
Summer is a crucial time for higher education professionals to reflect, reset, and plan for the upcoming academic year. With fewer day-to-day demands, summer offers a unique opportunity to engage in thoughtful program development, strategic planning, and staff training. To make the most of this time, the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) provides proven tools that can help you elevate your work and prepare for long-term success.
As higher education professionals, we know that budgeting season is more than just crunching numbers — it’s a critical time to align our resources with institutional priorities, student needs, and program effectiveness. It’s also a time when decisions about staffing, services, and future planning come under close scrutiny. That’s where the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) can be an invaluable resource.
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