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Have the changes to the IIA Global Standards changed expectations or operations at your institution? Are you wondering what your colleagues are doing to meet the new requirements and how they are documenting that conformance? Join the AAP subcommittee for a roundtable focused on standards 13.2 Engagement Risk Assessments, 14.2 Analysis and Potential Engagement Findings, […]
Cybersecurity continues to be a key area of focus for colleges and universities. Institutions are managing ongoing risks related to ransomware, phishing, and third-party exposure, while also adapting to the growing use of cloud services and artificial intelligence. Regulatory expectations have matured. Colleges and universities are responding to a range of evolving requirements including the […]
This session will provide a refresher on the fundamentals of fraud and the common risk factors facing higher education institutions. Participants will gain clarity on fraud risk roles and responsibilities across the institution, emphasizing shared accountability, stewardship of resources, and alignment with institutional mission and values. The session will also examine real world examples of […]
Join us for our New Member Webinar series highlighting the benefits of ACUA and hear directly from our ACUA leaders (President - Nichole Pittman, Vice President - Jana Phelps, Secretary & Treasurer – Eulonda Whitmore, and Immediate Past President – Laura Buchhorn). You’ll learn more about the benefits of being part of ACUA and hear […]
Endpoint security is vital for higher education institutions due to diverse devices, including university-owned systems, personal devices, research tools, and IoT, all accessing sensitive data. Weak security can lead to breaches, data theft, and operational disruption. This audit program evaluates endpoint security controls to protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. It offers flexibility […]
The ACUA Data Analytics Sub-Committee is hosting a webinar on sponsored research data analytics, designed to provide members with practical insights into applying data analytics to sponsored research audits. This session will (1) provide a high-level overview and introduction to sponsored research; and (2) feature demonstrations of key analytics using readily available tools, along with […]
Join ACUA President Nichole Pittman and other board members for ACUA's 2026 Virtual Membership Meeting. We are excited to share organizational information including: committee updates, membership, and financial progress. Delivery Method: Group InternetField of Study: AuditingAdvance Preparation: NonePrerequisites are required: NoCost: Free for members; members onlyRecommended CPEs: 0 Moderator Information Nichole Pittman, CIA, CISA, CFE ACUA […]
Higher education institutions operate some of the most complex digital environments of any sector supporting teaching and learning, advanced research, healthcare delivery, athletics, and global operations often with highly decentralized governance. As technology adoption accelerates, traditional IT audit approaches are increasingly strained, and internal audit functions are being asked to provide assurance and insight across […]
NIL, revenue sharing, the transfer portal, litigation, the advent of the College Sports Commission, and the possibility of federal legislation regulating college athletics are just some of the significant events in college athletics these last few years. Despite myriad changes to the college athletics landscape, traditional NCAA compliance risks in the areas of eligibility certification, […]
Join us for an engaging session highlighting the impact and value of the ACUA Mentorship Program - a dynamic initiative designed to cultivate professional growth, leadership development, and long-lasting connections within our organization. During this event, Natalie Harrison, Director of the ACUA Mentorship Program, will provide an overview of the program’s mission and objectives. Attendees […]
Federal and state grant funding brings valuable resources to colleges and universities along with significant, ongoing compliance obligations. The real risk doesn’t end when the award letter is signed; it lives in the day-to-day administration of the award. This session moves internal auditors beyond the award notice to examine how grant funds are actually managed […]
Universities increasingly rely on third parties to deliver critical academic, research, administrative, clinical, technology, and student-facing services. As institutional operating models become more interconnected, the risk perimeter now extends well beyond the organization’s walls — creating new exposure across cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, financial performance, operational resilience, reputation, and patient trust. Third-party risk is no longer […]