Webinar: 2025 State of the Union: What Does This Mean for Higher Ed?

This webinar will focus on the U.S. State of the Union address delivered by President-Elect Trump. Three ACUI members will watch the address and share their perspectives on how the new administration and next four years could impact their work. We assume the following topics might be covered: 

• Immigration Reform – Impact to DACA and Dreamers 
• DEI Legislation – Impact to services and program offered by DEI offices  
• Future of the U.S. Department of Education under Betsy Devos Linda McMahon – Uncertain impact to colleges and universities 
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 – The primary education law that protects people from discrimination based on race, national origin, or color in educational programs or activities

About the Presenters

• Michael McKean, Director of Student Center, Ball State University 
• Mel King (she/her), Student Event Assistant, University Student Union, California State University–Northridge 
• Jakye Nunley, ASCSU Chief of staff  

ACUI Core Competencies

• Event Management 
• Planning 

Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending this program, participants will:

• Share perspectives on how their work may change under the new administration 
• Offer approaches they will take to prepare for or comply with legislative changes 

Registration Details

• Individual at Premium or Full Tier Member Campus: Free
• Individual at Digital Tier Member Campus – $20
• Individual at Nonmember Campus – $50

Each person who wants access to event or resources following event should register individually. Members must be associated with the correct campus account to receive the $0 rate, where applicable; please contact [email protected] with questions or issues.