State colleges and universities are engines of economic & social mobility.
AASCU intensifies their impact.
We equip our members to advance equitable outcomes, spark civic engagement, and build thriving regions—so diverse learners seeking prosperity can bring America’s promise home.
Unlocking potential, so students can unlock theirs.
We provide high-impact opportunities created by and for passionate leaders of state colleges and universities.
Meet the 350 AASCU institutions serving more than 3 million students.
Our approach empowers these stewards of place to catalyze economic and social mobility.
See them in action.Member Spotlight
AASCU CELEBRATES
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
AASCU recognizes the commitment and leadership of our Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) member presidents and chancellors.
AASCU’s AAPI Presidents and Chancellors67%
of all public four-year Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions are AASCU members.
52%
of all public four-year Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions are AASCU members.
44%
of Asian, Native Hawaiian, or other Pacific Islander undergraduate students enrolled at public four-year institutions in 2021-22 were enrolled at AASCU member institutions.
PROMISING PRACTICE
Building a Pipeline of Diverse Teachers for the Next Generation of K–12 Students
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
To counter the small percentage of men of color in the education field, one UMES professor created an enterprising, vigorous program to attract, retain, and foster a community for aspiring teachers to lead the next generation of increasingly diverse students.
Read more.
AASCU: Telling Our Story Podcast
Featuring Richard H. Warren Jr., Ed.D. and Todd Nock from UMES
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