Special Edition: CIC 2025–2026 Institutes

The 2026 Presidents Institute took place in January in Orlando, FL. This year’s theme was A Deeper Purpose, and participants explored strategies that empower campuses to fulfill their missions and remain resolute in serving the common good.

The 2025 Institute for Chief Academic Officers took place in November in Indianapolis, IN. This year’s theme was Building Places of Promise: Unlocking Student Success, and programming focused on uniting around foundational values—mission, passion, and purpose—to create student-centered environments where students can thrive through resilience and belonging.

Read about recent news, initiatives, and programs at CIC and click on the programs to learn more.

Find a summary of updates and upcoming things to look forward to from CIC’s networks.

CIC would like to highlight a sampling of member institutions that shared with us that they are launching new programs, majors, or scholarships. There is innovation in our sector, and we are pleased to pass on some great examples that were sent to us.