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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

CIC’s 2027 Presidents Institute will convene the nation’s largest network of independent higher ed leaders around the theme of Human Horizons. The Institute is designed to deliver immediate and lasting institutional value. cic.edu/event/2027-p... #CICpresidents2027 #higheredleadership #highered

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

"One of the best lessons I learned from my training as a philosopher is to read with a dual consciousness: generous empathy on one side, critical interrogation on the other." Read more from @marjoriehass.bsky.social in her latest newsletter. campaignlp.constantcontact.com/em/114070207...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Tomorrow’s institutions will be created together. Join academic leaders at CIC’s Institute for Chief Academic Officers, November 7–10 in historic Baltimore. Register soon: cic.edu/event/2026-c... #2026CAOI #HigherEd #AcademicLeadership

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

CIC President Marjorie Hass has been appointed to the 2026–27 ASU+GSV Higher Education Insights Board. She will collaborate with fellow institutional innovators to advocate for independent higher ed. asugsvsummit.com/gsv-higher-e... #higheredleadership #highereducation #highered

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

CIC's Institute for Chief Academic Officers is happening soon in Baltimore! Secure your spot by Oct. 6 and encourage your team to join. Read the full program, learn about our speakers, and register today! cic.edu/event/2026-c... #2026CAOI #higheredleadership #highereducation #highered

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

CIC is proud to share the most recent Annual Report with you to celebrate how much we have accomplished together during the 2025–26 academic year: cic.edu/about/annual... Thank you to our members for all you do to strengthen our sector. #academicsky #edusky #highered

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Independent colleges and universities are feeling the strain of the polarized political climate. CIC President Marjorie Hass will join a powerful panel for “Leading with Purpose in an Age of Political Warfare,” hosted by The Alliance for Higher Education and The EDU Ledger.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Don’t miss your chance to join AI Ready! 💡All Campus Essentials provides education for all campus roles 💡Leading the AI Charge offers guidance and peer support for AI change leaders 💡Any offering: 500 free Google AI Coursera seats Sign up now at cic.edu/networks/ai-... #edusky #academicsky

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Only a few days left to vote for CIC’s session “Making Work-Based Learning Accessible through the Curriculum,” to be at #SXSWEDU 2027! Vote by August 23: participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

In this newsletter, @marjoriehass.bsky.social tackles AI and #highered. "The campus that can provide interconnected answers to all four of these questions—even if they are provisional and subject to revision and expansion—will be leading in the AI arena.” myemail.constantcontact.com/Hass-Newslet...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

CIC needs your support so we can share what we’ve been doing with #workbasedlearning models at #SXSWEDU 2027! Vote for our panel “Making Work-Based Learning Accessible through the Curriculum” by August 23: participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx... #academicsky #edusky

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

On August 2–4, CIC held a President-Board Convening on Institutional Autonomy, Academic Freedom, and Free Expression in Washington, DC. Thanks to the task force, session leaders, and 13 participating CIC institutions for making it a success! #academicsky cic.edu/news/third-p...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The Institute for Chief Academic Officers isn’t just for #highered academic officers. We have sessions and networking for advancement, enrollment, financial and marketing and communication officers too! See what we’ve got planned: cic.edu/event/2026-c.... #academicsky #edusky

A collage of photos featuring past sessions and attendees of the Institute for Chief Academic Officers.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

CIC’s 2027 Presidents Institute registration is live! Join your fellow #highered colleagues, January 4–7, in San Diego, CA for four days of networking, interactive sessions and enlightening workshops. This year's theme? Human Horizons. cic.edu/event/2027-p... #edusky #academicsky

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

President Marjorie Hass responded to the ED's call to action for #highered with a letter of support to campus leaders. “I do not know of a single CIC member that is merely treading water. Student-centered innovation abounds in our sector,” said Hass. #edusky #academicsky cic.edu/news/respons...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

First-time college and university presidents shouldn't navigate unprecedented challenges alone. 🔵 CIC's Presidents Circles returns: A confidential peer community + executive coaching for new leaders in independent #highered. cic.edu/opportunity/... #HigherEdLeadership

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We’re grateful for the energy and enthusiasm of our 2026 Faculty Leadership Academy participants! FLA represents CIC’s commitment to supporting inclusive pathways to academic leadership and building the next generation of #higheredleadership. #highered cic.edu/opportunity/...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

CIC members: Share your institution's impact story! Let's spotlight how colleges make America stronger and more innovative. CIC endorsed #WhyCollegeMatters campaign—help CASE & bvk build a collection of real impact stories Share yours: whycollegematters.org/contact/ #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

For those behind the scenes who keep independent institutions running, CIC sees you. The Presidential Office Network, a new professional community, launches in September. Emails were sent to CIC presidents and their assistants with more details. #highered

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The Odyssey film is here 🎬 In her newsletter, CIC President Marjorie Hass revisits Homer's epic via Emily Wilson's translation—"the first by a woman, and a revelation." When did you read it? Which translation? Let's discuss 👇 #highered myemail.constantcontact.com/Hass-Newslet...

Cover of The Odyssey, translated by Emily Wilson, set on a blue gradient background.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Thanks to participants of the 2026–27 Presidential Vocation and Institutional Mission program! #higheredleadership engaged in conversations about aligning presidential calling with institutional mission. When both align, transformational leadership follows. #highered #edusky cic.edu/opportunity/...

A group photo of the 2026-27 Presidential Vocation and Mission participants set outside on a sunny day.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

CIC’s AI Ready has partnered with Google for Education! Network members can now access #AICertification courses. Each campus gets 500 Coursera licenses for staff, faculty or students. Sign up for AI Ready to benefit your campus today. #highered #edusky #higheredtech cic.edu/networks/ai-...

Text that reads "The Council of Independent Colleges AIReady Artificial Intelligence Network" with urls to cic.edu/aiready (for the offering) and cic.edu/networks (for additional network opportunities) on a gradient light blue to blue background.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

“Advanced studies in logic begin when we give ourselves the freedom to adjust our initial assumptions.” In this issue, Marjorie Hass discusses the importance of challenging assumptions as a key factor of growth in #highered. #higheredleadership myemail.constantcontact.com/Hass-Newslet...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Faculty from CIC institutions are concluding a seminar on teaching interfaith understanding—developing courses and resources to help students navigate religious diversity with wisdom and empathy. Proud to partner with Interfaith America, Eboo Patel, & Laurie Patton #HigherEd cic.edu/opportunity/...

Promotional graphic for CIC's Teaching Interfaith Understanding seminar, June 21-25, 2026 in Chicago, IL. Six images represent diverse faith traditions

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

As part of a recent Legacies of American Slavery workshop, Prof. Woody Register of Sewanee University of the South lead a tour of Sewanee's historic Black cemetery. Over twelve member institutions and community partners participated. Thanks to @mellon.org for their grant support! #academicsky

Prof. Woody Register of Sewanee University of the South leads a tour of Sewanee's historic Black cemetery.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Registration is open for CIC’s Institute for Chief Academic Officers! We have a schedule filled with leading voices in #highered with a theme that asks: “What are we doing to make sure our institutions thrive today and 100 years from now?” cic.edu/event/2026-c...

Speakers and hosts include Jessica Riddell, Alexandria Radford, Tim Powers, Rachel Bowser, John McAllister, Marjorie Hass, Titilayo Ufomata, Chad Berry, Ellen de Graffenreid, Bradley Fuster, Reyes Gonzalez, Melanie Gottlieb, Raymond Kennelly, Zach Kinzler, Karen An-hwei Lee, Joel Malina, Chinyere Oparah, and Gregor Thuswaldner.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

CIC, @aascu.org, and the American Academic Leadership Institute, are happy to announce the 2026 Cohort for the Executive Leadership Academy (ELA). These 36 future #highered leaders convene in DC for an experience that turns professionals into institutional leaders. cic.edu/news/2026-27...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

We’re starting off the Nashville edition of the Workshop for Department and Division Chairs right! Our focus for this workshop is on strategies for academic leadership growth and crafting institution-wide visions during the chaos of uncertainty and change. #highered #academicsky #higheredleadership

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

The CIC Board of Directors gathered in Washington, DC, this week for its summer meeting. We are grateful to these volunteers (some pictured below) for their vision and leadership. #HigherEd #HigherEdLeadership

The CIC Board of Directors gathered in a group picture in Washington, DC.

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The premier conversation for independent institutions on #AI in #highered returns! AI Ready 2026–27 has new topics for all campus roles, a new community for AI innovators, and a new Bot Sprint program for super users. #academicsky Register today: cic.edu/networks/ai-...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

CIC’s Workshop for Department and Division Chairs in Columbus, OH is a wrap! Our passionate presenters shared insights to help chairs of every level thrive in their #highered roles. Thanks to all our participants. #academicsky #edusky The next workshop is June 8–10 in Nashville, TN!

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

CIC’s Matt Trainum recently joined the Association of American International Colleges & Universities’ annual meeting in Switzerland. “The friendship between CIC and AAICU continues as we join their annual meeting to reflect on success and plan for the year ahead,” said Trainum. #academicsky

CIC’s Matt Trainum, vice president for networks and strategic partnerships, and the Association of American International Colleges & Universities (AAICU) at Franklin University of Switzerland

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

“College should be a place for dreams and exploration, but it should also provide a meaningful guarantee of professional level work and a stable lifestyle.” In this issue, Marjorie Hass explores the value of #highered for students and their families. myemail.constantcontact.com/Hass-Newslet...

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Council of Independent Colleges @cicnotes.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Save the date for the 2027 Presidents Institute, January 4–7 in San Diego, CA. Join hundreds of independent college and university presidents exploring the theme Human Horizons. In an inhumane world, can #highered champion what makes us human? #CICpresidents2027 #academicsky cic.edu/event/2027-p...

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