Chief Academic Officers

The CAO plays a unique role in advancing Catholic identity among academic staff. ACCU offers a variety of resources to help individuals in this role:

Strengthening Catholic Identity – CAOs: This short brochure summarizes the role of the CAO in advancing the Catholic identity of a college or university.
CAOs may be interested in Catholic Identity Mission Assessment (CIMA), a new initiative that will help ACCU member institutions understand how Catholic higher education adds distinct value to the student experience.
Each year, ACCU offers a conference specially designed for chief academic officers. Stimulating speakers and roundtable discussions at this gathering help attendees address contemporary needs. See below for information on the most recent conference.

2020 Chief Academic Officers Conference

“The Relevance of Catholic Higher Education in the Face of Changing Demographics”

Stimulating speakers and small-group discussions at this gathering helped those leading academic efforts to address contemporary needs. In the opening presentation, panelists addressed the new era of financial aid, shifts in student demographics, and the unique value proposition of Catholic identity.