Educational Leadership: Higher Education

Nonprofit association that is a primary advocacy organization for community colleges at the national level and works closely with directors of state offices to inform and affect state policy.

Association of public colleges and universities working to provide more access to citizens who are traditionally underrepresented in the college community.

Association whose purpose is to advance academic freedom and shared governance, to define fundamental professional values and standards for higher education, and to ensure higher education's contribution to the common good.

Professional association advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.

Serves as a consensus leader on key higher education issues and seeks to influence public policy through advocacy, research, and program initiatives.

Promotes collaboration among its members and others engaged in the study of higher education through research, conferences, and publications.

The mission of the State University System of Florida is to provide undergraduate, graduate and professional education, research, and public service of the highest quality through a coordinated system of institutions of higher learning, each with its own mission and collectively dedicated to serving the needs of a diverse state and global society.

The mission of the Florida College System is to provide access to high-quality, affordable academic and career educational programs that maximize student learning and success, develop a globally competitive workforce and respond rapidly to diverse state and community needs.