Endorsements
ACUE Commons Endorsements: Gain Recognition for Your Expertise
New Credentials for an Evolving World
ACUE Endorsements recognize your expertise in today’s most timely and dynamic topics. Unlike traditional certifications, Endorsements reflect ongoing engagement and learning, asserting your extensive and current knowledge in specific areas of specialty.
Valid for one year, Endorsements signal an active, up-to-date commitment to your professional growth and your students’ success.
Engage, Learn, and Get Recognized
ACUE Endorsements are available exclusively through ACUE Commons, our community of practice that supports institutions in sustaining faculty growth through ongoing learning, collaboration, and timely professional development aligned with emerging priorities in higher education.
Members of ACUE Commons can earn points toward an Endorsement by completing aligned Quick Studies, participating in expert-led events, and engaging in curated Commons resources. Endorsements are valid for one year; Commons members must stay up to date on each topic to continue earning their Endorsement.
ACUE Endorsements
AI for Higher Ed
Recognizes applied expertise in using artificial intelligence to enhance teaching and learning in higher education.
Preparing Workforce-Ready Students
Recognizes applied expertise in developing career-ready graduates who are equipped to succeed in today’s workforce.
Cultivating Civic and Social Skills
Recognizes applied expertise in fostering critical thinking and meaningful dialogue to prepare students for engaged citizenship and collaborative professional environments.
Holistic Student Support
Recognizes applied expertise in creating learning environments that support students’ well-being and address their varied learning needs.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re new to Commons or already a member, there’s no better time to get recognized for your expertise.
New to ACUE?
Connect with ACUE to explore institution-wide access to ACUE Commons and support your faculty and campus leaders.
Have Commons?
Encourage your faculty to log in to ACUE Commons and begin working toward an endorsement!
Perspectives on ACUE Impact
“High-quality teaching is foundational to student success and to workforce readiness. The practices emphasized through ACUE strengthen skills our students need well beyond the classroom, including clear communication, critical thinking, collaboration and adaptability.”
“Earning ACUE’s AI for Higher Ed Endorsement showed me how AI can be meaningfully and responsibly integrated across teaching, research, and assessment. It sharpened my ability to apply AI in ways that are ethical, transparent, and grounded in student learning. I’m looking forward to applying these insights to support effective, responsible, and inclusive use of AI in higher education.”
