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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 […]
The 2026 ACUA Virtual Spring Summit is March 24 - 26, 2026. This three-day professional education event, designed to deliver 18 CPE hours across three dynamic tracks, will be a platform for higher education internal auditors from across the country to share their expertise and learn from each other.
Continue the conversation with ACUA's Auditing and Accounting Principles sub-committee. How does your internal audit function conform with Domain V of the Standards when performing advisory services? Join us in several breakout discussions exchanging experiences with your peers. After attending this webinar, participants will be able to... After attending this webinar, participants will be able […]
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 […]
This roundtable will focus on what “good” audit documentation looks like in practice—especially when teams are using AI to draft, summarize, or analyze workpapers. We’ll start with a brief overview of relevant IIA Standards and the baseline expectations they set for sufficient documentation and documented supervision. Participants will then break into two groups—documentation preparers and […]
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 […]