I'm writing from the other side of our UIA Fall Convening in Indianapolis, grateful, energized, and thinking about what makes this network work.
Over three days, liaisons, fellows, and campus partners came together not just to talk, but to build. As one fellow put it, it felt less like a conference and more like "a workshop to build something we'll actually do." We welcomed Temple and USC, pushed each other on what's next, and deepened our shared commitment to student success.
What struck me most was the trust in the room. The willingness to be both vulnerable and bold. That's the life of this network.
To everyone who made this gathering and all of our collaborative work in 2025 possible: thank you. Your voice and commitment are why I'm more confident than ever that we're not just imagining a better future for students. We're building it together.
Wishing you rest, comfortable clothing, no alarm clock, and good company this Thanksgiving. And if you need it, I also wish for you a well-timed pivot from an awkward conversation ;)
With gratitude,
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