The College and University Journal is Now a Rolling Publication!
To better serve our members with timely, relevant content, The College and University Auditor Journal is now a rolling publication format. Rather than waiting for biannual issues, ACUA members will now have access to articles as soon as they are reviewed and ready—keeping insights fresh and aligned with the ever-changing landscape of higher education.
Published by the Association of College and University Auditors, the journal remains a trusted resource tailored for internal auditors in higher education. It features expert perspectives on topics such as risk management, information security, fraud, regulatory compliance, and global trends in academia—written by seasoned professionals who understand the challenges and opportunities unique to our field.
Supported by a dedicated volunteer staff, the journal aims to be a trusted, professional resource that informs, connects, and supports internal audit, assurance, and consulting professionals in higher education.
Stay current. Stay informed. Read the latest articles as they roll out!
RECENTLY ISSUED ARTICLE
Athletics Business Office: Emerging Changes and Challenges
February 24, 2026
With recent developments such as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) regulations and emerging revenue‑sharing models as a result of the House vs NCAA settlement, many institutions may not fully recognize how significantly these changes impact the Athletics Business Office (ABO). The ABO is now responsible for executing payments to student-athletes arising from revenue-sharing agreements.
Journal Volunteer Staff
2024-2025
Editor
Kara Hefner, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Deputy Editor
Tyler Morgan, Mississippi State University
Editing Staff
Susan Edinger, University of Toledo
Julee Otter, Oregon State University
Kalie Rhodes, University of Texas at Austin
Erica Smith, University of Tennessee
Amy Wilegus, University of Tennessee
ACUA Management Editing Staff
Fitzgerald Webb, ACUA Marketing Manager
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Readers are encouraged to submit articles for consideration for publication. Letters and original articles can be submitted to the editor Kara Hefner at editor@ACUA.org. Please send your copy electronically to the editor or ACUA in Word or text file format. The editor reserves the right to reject, abridge or modify any advertising, editorial or other material.
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