FAAC® Exam Preparation Workshop

When
April 22, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location
MOHELA, Columbia, Missouri

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Financial aid administrators are entrusted with significant responsibility, and the FAAC® designation affirms the professional commitment not only to those responsibilities, but also their commitment to uphold the highest ethical standards.

Since 2019, an elite group of more than 750 financial aid professionals have earned the esteemed FAAC® designation — and you now have the opportunity to access an intensive preparation course to help you prepare for NASFAA's Certified Financial Aid Administrator^® (CFAA) Program knowledge exam! At this in-person workshop, you will use a suite of materials prepared by NASFAA.

Registered participants will receive a comprehensive set of preparation resources and complimentary access to the certification knowledge exam. Resources include:

Exam preparation guide for candidates
Self-assessment worksheet
Exam preparation workshop handouts
Practice exam and diagnostic report

This full workshop is $300 for MASFAA members, and $400 for non-MASFAA members. This is a significant cost savings as the exam and Exam Preparation Guide are $525 if purchased directly from NASFAA — and that doesn't include an in-person preparation workshop!

Lunch is provided and included in the registration fee.

Change And Cancellation Information

You may request to cancel your registration for a full refund until April 8, 2025. After that time, you will be charged the full registration cost. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer (treasurer@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered.

Registration fees may be transferred to another individual up to 14 days before the event begins. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer-Elect (treasurer-elect@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered. Transferring registration fees to another individual may require the recipient to become a MASFAA member in accordance with the registration policies for the event. Memberships are non-transferrable.

PARTICIPANT CONDUCT

All participants must agree to abide by the MASFAA Appropriate Behavior and Conduct Clause.

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OASFAA Annual Conference

Start
April 23, 2025
End
April 25, 2025

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MASFAA Matters Webinar: Mastering Mentorship: Building Relationships that Propel Your Career

When
April 23, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Online

Unlock the power of mentorship in this engaging session led by the coordinators of the MASFAA Mentoring Program. Learn how to select mentors who align with your goals, cultivate a personal "board of directors" for well-rounded guidance, and maximize the value of your mentoring relationships. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the financial aid field, this webinar will provide actionable strategies to foster meaningful connections and accelerate your career growth.

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Graduate Aid Network Meeting

When
April 24, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
Online

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The Graduate Aid Network provides a collaborative space for financial aid administrators to engage in casual discussions, fostering a dynamic platform for shared insights and mutual learning. Facilitating valuable exchanges, administrators can explore key topics shaping the landscape of graduate-level financial aid, enhancing their collective knowledge and expertise in an informal and supportive environment.

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MASFAA Matters Webinar: Prison Education Programs

When
April 24, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Online

Access to federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, was returned to students who are incarcerated as of July 1, 2023. The initiation of these Prison Education Programs (PEPs) is a complex process. Consideration of partnerships, authority, processes, and financials can be overwhelming. Schools that are already committed to operating a PEP face an interesting clash of changes, as PEP initiation coincides with FAFSA Simplification, creating a complex process and ecosystem to navigate. NASFAA provides national technical assistance to both financial aid and prison education administrators and is available to address the creation and operation of PEPs.

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MASFAA Matters Webinar: Return of Title IV (R2T4) Funds

When
May 01, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Online

Using materials created by NASFAA, this session gives an overview of the provisions and examines how to handle a student's Title IV funds when they withdraw from school before completing the payment period or period of enrollment. In addition, you will learn how to properly identify a Title IV recipient and the formula associated with the return of Title IV funds. Please note, this session does NOT qualify you to sit for a NASFAA credential.

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Graduate Aid Network Meeting

When
May 08, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location
Online

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The Graduate Aid Network provides a collaborative space for financial aid administrators to engage in casual discussions, fostering a dynamic platform for shared insights and mutual learning. Facilitating valuable exchanges, administrators can explore key topics shaping the landscape of graduate-level financial aid, enhancing their collective knowledge and expertise in an informal and supportive environment.

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Sponsor - 2025 Summer Institute & Leadership Symposium

Start
June 02, 2025
End
June 06, 2025
Location
Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL

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Thank you for your interest in supporting the 2025 MASFAA Summer Institute & Leadership Symposium. Your involvement allows approximately 100 people to attend this incredible training event where they will be... "Learning the Ropes of Financial Aid!"

Payment may be made via credit card or check.

2025 Sponsorship Opportunities

General Sponsorships - recognized during meals and/or with other publicity.	$500
T-Shirts - logo on the shirt.	$750

Any sponsorship is appreciated and other $$ amounts may be specified - use the "General" registration type.

Please visit our Support page for information about additional sponsorship opportunities!

For questions, please contact Karen LeVeque-Szawara, Associate Member Relations Chair, at kleveque@depaul.edu.

In addition to monetary support, you can also donate items/giveaways such as bags, stress balls, water bottles, notebooks, pens, etc…any item you would like to share is appreciated. Items can include your organization’s logo.

Please send your items/giveaways by May 16, 2025 and specify SI/LS on the label:

Susan Swisher @ St. Xavier University

3700 West 103rd Street

Chicago, IL 60655

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2025 Summer Institute & Leadership Symposium

Start
June 02, 2025
End
June 06, 2025
Location
Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL
Spaces left
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Camp Compliance: Learning the Ropes of Financial Aid

Registration opens March 10th!

Fees

	Early Bird (through April 18)	Standard (April 19 - May 2)
Commuter	$800	$875
Single Suite	$1,200	$1,275

Sunday Arrivals - add $137

The fees include registration, lodging, and all meals except for a Wednesday night dinner on your own.

Tentative Agenda

Discover Saint Xavier University’s beautiful Chicago campus, where you can walk 74 landscaped acres that encompass five residence halls, a community fitness center and one beautiful spring-fed pond -- creating an oasis within the urban Chicago community! Participants who choose to stay on campus will have a spacious single room and enjoy private bathrooms. You will also have access to the Shannon Athletic and Convocation Center, an 85,000 square foot hub for fitness and exercise. Check out SXU>>

Cancellation and Changes

Cancellation: You may request to cancel your registration for a full refund, until May 2, 2025. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer (treasurer@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered.

Changes: Registration may be transferred to another individual up to 10 days before Summer Institute and Leadership Symposium begins. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer-Elect (treasurer-elect@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered.

Participant Conduct

All participants in Summer Institute and Leadership Symposium must agree to abide by the MASFAA Appropriate Behavior and Conduct Clause.

General event information is available on the Summer Institute & Leadership Symposium page.

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Mini-MASFAA: Technology

Start
June 09, 2025
End
June 13, 2025
Location
Online

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mini-masfaa: Technology

We’re excited to bring you the very first Mini-MASFAA, a fully virtual, tech-focused professional development event happening the week of June 9, 2025. Designed for all MASFAA member institutions, this event includes sessions on software conversions, AI in compliance, Microsoft tools, free tech tools for your office and association, and more—including a system-wide get-together to close out the week.

Registration is just $50 per institution, giving your entire team access to the full week of live and recorded sessions, available for on-demand viewing for a full year.

View the agenda here.

Only one person from your institution needs to complete this registration and can then add additional staff as "guests". Once you have completed the registration process, you and all of your guests will receive an e-mail with information on how to sign up for individual sessions. If you have any questions about registering your team, please contact masfaamatters@masfaaweb.org.

Cancellation and Changes

Cancellation: You may request to cancel your registration for a full refund, until May 26, 2025. Requests must be submitted to the Treasurer (treasurer@masfaaweb.net) in writing to be considered.

Participant Conduct

All participants must agree to abide by the MASFAA Appropriate Behavior and Conduct Clause.

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MASFAA Matters Webinar: Navigating the Higher Education Legislative Landscape

When
June 11, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location
Online

The influence of politics and public policy on higher education institutions and their students is at an all-time high. Enrollment, admission, and financial aid leaders must adeptly navigate a complex legislative landscape to serve their institutions effectively. This session will delve into how legislative priorities influence institutional strategies and explore ways leaders can prepare and plan for these changes. Join governmental relations experts as they discuss key regulatory developments and their potential impacts on higher education. Campus professionals will also share actionable insights and strategies for developing plans to address the top regulatory issues facing their institutions today.

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Equality Talk Book Club - Micro Activism- How you can make a difference in the world (without a bullhorn), by Omkari Williams

When
July 09, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location
Online via Zoom

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MASFAA's Equality Talk Book Club

MicroActivism- How you can make a difference in the world (without a bullhorn)

by Omkari Williams

Our live, online discussion for this book will be held on

July 9th, 2025 at 11 am CDT

Mission Statement: As leaders of the financial aid community, it is our goal and duty to help students obtain access to a college education and achieve their educational goals. By expanding our understanding of diverse groups, book club members will strive to think critically and inclusively to inform decision-making, the populations we serve, and our communities at-large.

MASFAA’s Equality Talk is designed to:

Expand participants’ awareness and appreciation of diversity
Promote open and extended discussion of inclusion and equity issues
Provide a safe setting to be vulnerable as we expand our knowledge of critical issues
Connect and enhance the feeling of community within the organization

Join MASFAA's book club and converse on these important topics with your Midwest colleagues. Check out the Equality Talk Book Club page here.

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MASFAA Matters Webinar: Level Up: Mapping Your Path in Financial Aid

When
July 17, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Online

Advancing your career in financial aid requires more than hard work—it requires strategy. This session will explore how to navigate the pathway to advancement by identifying your passions and strengths within the financial aid profession. From determining the right position or specialty area for you, to building the skills and network needed to achieve your goals, we’ll cover practical advice and actionable steps. Additionally, we’ll discuss the reality of career growth, including when and how to consider relocating for opportunities and the benefits of stepping outside your comfort zone to step into the next phase of your professional journey. Whether you’re new to the field or preparing for your next big move, this session will empower you to take control of your career trajectory.

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