State and federal legislative and policy changes can significantly impact the work of student affairs professionals. This Public Policy hub is designed to serve as a tool for NASPA members to better understand policy and regulatory changes, and potential implications of proposed legislation that impact the student affairs profession and broader higher education field. This resource is only available to current NASPA individual members. If you have questions about your membership status or would like to join or renew, please contact membership@naspa.org

In a year defined by shifting policy, legal, and institutional landscapes, student affairs professionals have continued to lead at the intersection of policy, law, and practice. This session brings together a panel of experts to unpack the most significant developments of the past year and preview what lies ahead. Panelists will analyze recent federal and state policy shifts, legal decisions, and regulatory updates that impact areas such as campus climate, student support services, compliance, and institutional governance. They will also explore emerging trends and anticipated policy priorities for the coming year, engaging practitioners to prepare to lead effectively in the current climate.

Whether you love policy, hate policy, or love to hate it, we all must engage with it in our student-centered roles. This session will give you a framework for understanding policy, identifying how your and your institution’s values play into policy, and advocating for changes that support student success for all students.