2025 Annual Conference
ASHE looks forward to convening for our 50th Annual Conference this fall, starting with a Virtual Conference Day on October 30, followed by the in-person gathering from November 12-15. Join us for this exciting celebration as we honor 50 years of scholarly community and look ahead to the next 50 years.
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About Our Association
The Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) is a vibrant scholarly community of over 2,000 members dedicated to advancing the study of higher education. Through research, dialogue, and professional development, we strive to foster a deeper understanding of equitable higher education that serves the public good. Our commitment to inclusivity and diversity is reflected in our programs, membership, and the engagement of graduate students and emerging scholars in our activities. Learn more about the association.
Our Vision
Equitable higher education that serves the public good.
Our Mission
To foster scholarly inquiry for the purpose of increasing knowledge about and the understanding of higher education to enhance policy and practice.
Our Values
Inclusion, Equity, and Organizational Diversity: Like the various institutions, organizations, and professional communities that ASHE members represent, our association is a byproduct of the colonial university system. ASHE recognizes this history and the importance of reckoning with the past. We acknowledge that our work toward inclusion, equity, and organizational diversity requires an ongoing commitment.
Integrity: ASHE members should conduct research and other inquiries in such a way as to maintain the integrity of the work, the people involved in the work, and the field of higher education.
Advancement of Knowledge: As a scholarly society, ASHE advances knowledge by supporting rigorous scholarship, fostering intellectual exchange, and promoting research that informs policy, practice, and equity in higher education globally.