March

Benjamin and Lowery Present at NASPA Conference

Professors Mimi Benjamin and John Wesley Lowery represented IUP at the 2026 NASPA Conference in Kansas City, contributing to multiple sessions and leadership efforts at the major student affairs gathering. Benjamin focused on strengthening academic–student affairs partnerships, while Lowery presented on higher education law, NASPA’s history, and campus culture topics, including work tied to an upcoming book.

February

Lowery Presents at ASCA Annual Conference

John Wesley Lowery presented at the Association for Student Conduct Administration annual conference in Washington, DC, on Saturday, February 14, where his closing session highlighted recent legislative and policy developments shaping higher education and student conduct.

January

SAHE Alumna Ferrell Honored with ACPA’s 2026 Annuit Coeptis Award

Jen Ferrell (SAHE ’05), associate vice president of student engagement at Keene State College, has been named a recipient of ACPA’s 2026 Annuit Coeptis Senior Professional Award in recognition of her impactful leadership and commitment to mentorship.