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Innovation through Collaboration

NACU unites comprehensive institutions in a selective national network, catalyzing campus-wide learning and innovation through peer conversations, data insights, professional development, and strategic partnerships.

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Integrative Learning for Real-World Impact

NACU institutions embrace the legacy of Ernest Boyer who called for higher education and scholarship to be a service to society. They do this by blending liberal arts, professional studies, and civic engagement to prepare students for meaningful careers and lifelong learning. This approach ensures graduates are adaptable, innovative, and community-minded.

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Higher Ed’s Inflection Point: Insights from Futurist Bryan Alexander

March 25, 2026

For more than a century, American higher education has operated on a simple premise: growth is good. More institutions, ... READ MORE

The Mental Health Imperative: What Campus Leaders Need to Know Now

February 25, 2026

Student mental health has emerged as one of the defining leadership challenges in higher education. In this episode, Sea... READ MORE

Augsburg University Joins the New American Colleges & Universities

February 18, 2026

The New American Colleges & Universities (NACU) is pleased to announce that Augsburg University has joined the conso... READ MORE

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Founded in 1995, NACU is the leading learning network for innovative, smaller comprehensive institutions. NACU serves as a campus-wide benefit by promoting continuous learning and professional development, facilitating strategic insight and benchmarking research, and fostering a collaborative community across its member institutions. Learn more about how to become a member.

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