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ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Kickstarter Available, Facilities Management Inventory
Time and effort reporting is a federal requirement under the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) that ensures compensation for personal services charged to federally funded…
Volunteer Spotlight – Paul Klein, CIA, CFE
ACUA’s Volunteer Spotlight highlights members who go above and beyond in their volunteer roles, recognizing their dedication, service, and contributions that help advance our organization.”
Now Open! Visit The ACUA Storefront
ACUA is excited to introduce a new way to connect with our community—through official branded merchandise, now available in our online store. Whether you’re looking for…
Retiree Spotlight – Mary Barnett, CPA
ACUA’s Volunteer Spotlight highlights members who go above and beyond in their volunteer roles, recognizing their dedication, service, and contributions that help advance our organization.”
Retiree Spotlight – Vijay Patel, CFE, CISA, CPA
ACUA’s Volunteer Spotlight highlights members who go above and beyond in their volunteer roles, recognizing their dedication, service, and contributions that help advance our organization.”
Information on Federal Directives
The following resources are available for ACUA members to remain informed about recent Presidential Actions affecting higher education. We are providing these resources solely for informational…
UPCOMING EVENTS
Cybersecurity – What’s New, What’s Next?
Cybersecurity continues to be a key area of focus for colleges and universities. Institutions are managing ongoing risks related to ransomware, phishing, and third-party exposure, while…
Virtual Spring Summit
The 2026 ACUA Virtual Spring Summit is March 24 – 26, 2026. This three-day professional education event, designed to deliver 18 CPE hours across three dynamic…
AuditCon 2026
Save the Date for AuditCon 2026!
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FEATURED RESOURCES
AI in Higher Education: Opportunities, Risks, and Audit Readiness
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Webinar
Facilities Management Inventory
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Kick Starter Guide
Prioritizing Rest to Become a Better Auditor
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Journal Article
Auditing Student Organizations
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Webinar
The State of Internal Audit in Higher Ed: Insights, Benchmarks & What’s Next
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Webinar
Emergency Management Audit: Preparedness, Response, and Recovery
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Kick Starter Guide
Strengthening Compliance: Building Alliances Between Internal Audit & Research Administration Through Collaboration
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Journal Article
AI Roundtable: Using AI for testing
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Webinar
Regulation Updates: Third-Party Topical Requirement, GRC Reporting, and 529 Plan Changes
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Journal Article
Enterprise Risk Management: Program Assessment and Sufficiency Evaluation
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Kick Starter Guide
