AALHE Board of Directors' Statement on COVID-19

Dear members of AALHE and the assessment community,

During this time of worldwide concern, the Board of AALHE would like to convey that the health and well-being of our members and the public are our first priority. We understand that higher education institutions are implementing preventative measures that will significantly impact our members’ lives in the upcoming weeks. These impacts may involve decisions for traveling and conference attendance.
Dear members of AALHE and the assessment community;

Currently, we are pleased to share there are no plans to postpone or cancel AALHE’s Tenth Annual Conference. AALHE 2020 is scheduled to be held June 8-11, 2020, in New Orleans, LA. Registration for the conference is going strong and we will extend the early bird registration rate up to three weeks prior to the conference (May 18th). We have several exciting speakers and events scheduled, many of which we hope will break new ground and provide meaningful insight that our members can take back to their institutions. 
 
As this situation is changing rapidly, AALHE would like to assure members and the public that we are committed to keeping our attendees informed and healthy as well as providing a valuable conference experience. Should it be necessary for AALHE 2020 to alter formats, we have been investigating all our available options, including virtual conferences and workshops. Organizations across the nation with spring events are making the same inquiries, which means information may be delayed. Your patience is highly appreciated as we move forward. 
 
In the meantime, we ask that our Members, their colleagues, and loved ones please do all that is necessary to keep safe. Up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 can be found at the CDC and the World Health Organization websites. Additional information from the Sheraton New Orleans can be found here. In addition, we invite you to share your thoughts and feelings about this challenging time via survey. Click here or go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8Q6SYF7 to complete the survey.
 
We are looking forward to providing the assessment community a conference experience that is safe, innovative, and rewarding, both professionally and personally. We are looking forward to providing the assessment community a conference experience that is safe, innovative, and rewarding, both professionally and personally. We thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope to see you in June!

Regards,

AALHE Board of Directors