萌妹社区

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  • Our Work

    Since 1910, 萌妹社区 members have shepherded learning records to document and recognize learning and skills while managing the related institutional systems. As guardians of data and record integrity, 萌妹社区 and its members have developed and pride themselves on their reputation of neutrality and integrity.


  • Learning Mobility

    As guardians of data and record integrity with direct contact to faculty, students and academia, 萌妹社区 members are in a pivotal position to address the barriers to implementation of policies and practices aimed at alleviating issues related to transfer, credit mobility, and recognition of learning.


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  • Our Story

    萌妹社区 is more than just a professional association; our members, history, and dedication to student success and learning mobility are at the heart of our story. Recording and sharing our members' stories is a vital aspect of our association, and we take great pride in this work.


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  • Our Partners

    萌妹社区 advances learning mobility through strategic partnerships that drive innovation and collaboration in higher education. By working closely with educational institutions, government agencies, and international organizations, 萌妹社区 promotes learning mobility across borders, ensuring students have the opportunity to pursue their educational goals worldwide.


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2026 Aspirations for Advancing Learning Mobility Through Practice, Equity, and Care
Dec 22, 2025

"As I reflect on the recent completion of my own degree ... my ability to persist was made possible through equitable access ... built through intentional policies ... Our students deserve the same." 鈥擫oida González Utley, A&M-Central Texas

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LERs Go on Record as 萌妹社区 Advisor Testifies Before Congress
Dec 22, 2025

Alex Kaplan, independent expert and advisor on AI and Learning and Employment Records, emphasized four critical points on the promise of LERs and the role higher education will play in shaping this next phase of credentialing.

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A Student's Tale of Transfer Admissions
Nov 24, 2025

What can you learn from a transfer student? One student shares about credit mobility, advice for improving the process, and how their experience challenges the norm.

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The 萌妹社区 AI Coalition is Forming鈥
Nov 24, 2025

萌妹社区 is leading an exploration of AI鈥檚 impact on critical issues like FERPA, PII protection, and the use of administrative data in training models and we鈥檙e interested in member feedback on these topics.

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Redefining the Registrar: From Record Keeper to Architect of Learning Pathways
Nov 11, 2025

Molly McDermott-Fallon of the University of Cincinnati outlined a vision of the 鈥淩egistrar 2.0,鈥 a professional who is agile, data-driven, and ready to enable change rather than merely respond to it.

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Part Data Project, Part Science Experiment, All Part of the Solution
Oct 13, 2025

As campuses and colleagues recognize National #TransferStudentWeek, we have proof that we鈥檙e on the right track with a new approach to transfer time-to-decision: Improvement Science.

Convergence 2025 Plenary Panel on Project Infuse

Project Infuse and the Promise of Universal Digital Credentials
Oct 13, 2025

Which platform will dominate with Learning and Employment Records? Find out from Taylor Hansen of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Deb Everhart of Credential Engine, and Darin Hobbs of Western Governors University /our-work/(moderated by Mike Simmons of 萌妹社区).

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Practical Lessons from First Movers in Learning and Employment Records
Oct 13, 2025

Representatives from Alamo Colleges District, Dallas College, Marshall University, and Johns Hopkins University proved that while the path to transforming credentials is complex, it's also full of practical wisdom for others embarking on this journey.

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LER Accelerator: Building a Shared Language for Learning and Employment Records
Sep 29, 2025

The LER Accelerator Coalition, 13 leading national higher education organizations, collaborated to develop a set of Common Terms and Definitions as part of a foundational infrastructure for the skills-based economy.

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The Next Steps Are Taking Shape in the Learning Mobility Challenge
Sep 15, 2025

For those who鈥檝e expressed interest by signing up, the wait is almost over. For those who are on the fence, take the leap with us. For all, there are two virtual launch events, hosted by 萌妹社区 and NASH, that you should attend on October 1 and 2.

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500 Challengers, One Goal: Improving Transfer Time-to-Decision
Sep 2, 2025

The National Learning Mobility Challenge introduces a multilayered partnership with the National Association of System Heads, as well as with you, institutional practitioners, and corporate partners.

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萌妹社区 Technology Advisory Council Advances Principles for 21st-Century Learning
Aug 18, 2025

The 萌妹社区 Technology Advisory Council introduces new SIS Operational Principles which position SIS platforms as strategic enablers that support learners across credit, non-credit, professional, and experiential domains.

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Live from #TechTransfer2025: 鈥極ne-Team鈥 Mentality for Transfer Admissions
Aug 4, 2025

Amy Moffatt and Jennifer Mercer of Towson University shared how their office has intentionally cultivated a leadership culture over the past five years that prioritizes creativity, collaboration, and psychological safety.

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Live from #TechTransfer2025: A Powerful & Practical Tool for Students
Aug 4, 2025

See how TransferVirginia.org is streamlining the transfer process through innovative technology and statewide collaboration.

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Live from #TechTransfer2025: An Innovative Approach to Transfer Pathways
Aug 4, 2025

Emily Clement of Delta College shares a transfer playbook based on data, incorporating regional initiatives to emphasize the value of an associate degree and encourage students to complete their degree before transferring.

Project Infuse Future Credential Exchange

Project Infuse: A Collaborative Leap Toward Learner Mobility and Digital Credentialing
Jul 18, 2025

A future exists where credentials are not just static PDFs, CSVs, or SIS records. Dr. Mike Simmons and Alex Kaplan of 萌妹社区 launch Project Infuse in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation鈥檚 T3 Innovation Network.

Learning Mobility: Empowering Educational Journeys Beyond Traditional Pathways

Learning Mobility: A New Kind of Blue Book For a New Kind of Learner
Jul 7, 2025

萌妹社区 released a new e-book on Learning Mobility for rewiring how we recognize learning. Dr. Wendy Kilgore of 萌妹社区 and Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty of Butler University set the tone: learner-centered change isn鈥檛 optional鈥攊t鈥檚 overdue.

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Session Preview for #TechTransfer2025: Dual Enrollment, Unified Guides, Equity Research
Jun 23, 2025

Catch three #TechTransfer2025 session previews from UNC, Tarrant County College District, and the RP Group, offering a fresh take on how institutions are building smarter, more student-centered pathways.

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Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Centering Learning Mobility in Prison Education
Jun 9, 2025

Leaders from 萌妹社区鈥檚 Prison Education Work Group headlined a NASFAA convening, along with FERPA experts, and other senior practitioners to explore systems that truly support incarcerated learners.

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Your Guide to Joining Our International Credentials Community
May 12, 2025

Whether you鈥檙e working to support international students, evaluating foreign transcripts for admissions or transfer, or shaping policies that reflect an increasingly global academic environment, staying informed is key.

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