APLU is a membership organization that fosters a community of university leaders collectively working to advance the mission of public research universities. The association’s membership consists of more than 250 public research universities, land-grant institutions, state university systems, and affiliated organizations spanning across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, six U.S. territories, Canada, and Mexico.

The association and its members collectively focus on: increasing access, equity, completion, and workforce readiness; promoting pathbreaking scientific research; and bolstering economic and community engagement. Drawing on the powerful collective action of its members, APLU’s advocacy arm helps shape federal policy that maximizes the positive impact of public and land-grant universities.

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Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU)

Mark Becker

Ian Maw

Jeff Lieberson

Bernard A Mair

Sarah Bolon

Jean R. Middleton

Michelle Szechenyi

Kacy Redd

Douglas Steele

Deborah Altenburg

Bernard Burrola

Craig Lindwarm

Varun Dhawan

The Public Affairs and Government Relations team at APLU advocates for policies that strengthen public research universities and enhance their contributions to society. This team engages with federal legislators, develops strategic communication initiatives, and collaborates with member institutions to promote access, equity, and innovation in higher education. By leveraging collective member insights, they aim to influence legislation and funding that impacts the landscape of public higher education and supports community engagement efforts.

Public Affairs and Government Relations

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