Higher education is facing rapid and unpredictable political shifts, with new federal policies and regulations emerging almost daily. These changes have significant implications for institutions, educators, and students alike.

Join AAVMC for Political Upheaval & Higher Ed: What’s Next?, a timely panel discussion featuring experts in government relations and higher education policy. Our panelists—a lobbyist from one of our member institutions and a representative from a leading health professions organization—will provide key insights into the evolving policy landscape and discuss strategies for navigating these challenges.

Whether you are a faculty member, administrator, or advocate for higher education, this webinar will provide valuable context and actionable takeaways to help you stay informed and engaged.

In April 2024, the Biden administration finalized new regulations for Title IX. The final regulations include expanded protections against discrimination based on sex stereotypes, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics. The regulations have been challenged in court, and presently, 26 states are under injunctions preventing the adoption of the new rules. This webinar featured Scott Goldschmidt, who provided an overview of the new Title IX regulations, the legal challenges, and the future outlook on the impact of the regulations. 

Gain a basic understanding of the legislative process and veterinary medicine policy advocacy so that you can make sure your voice is heard loud and clear. This course demonstrates how, in a short period of time, you can influence critical policy-making decisions. Topics covered include a history of the term, what advocacy is, and how AAVMC engages. 

 

Questions about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program continue to circulate and AAVMC’s Director for Governmental Relations is here to help! Join the AAVMC for a conversation about the status of the program, including recent and anticipated updates.

Recommended audience: educators currently pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)