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June 24, 2026 in News, Slider

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] The MASFAA Professional Development & Training (PDT) Committee is excited to announce that registration is now open for our First-Time Supervisor Workshop, taking place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Endicott College in Beverly, MA. This interactive, full-day workshop is designed specifically...

June 17, 2026 in News, Slider

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="1/2"][image_with_text image="3288"] Mira Morgan, James McGehee, Jonny Stevens [/image_with_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]   2026-2027 Leadership Mira Morgan, Harvard Kennedy School, officially passed the gavel to 2026-2027 MASFAA President James McGehee of Bentley University.  Jonny Stevens also began his term as President Elect.  The...

June 17, 2026 in News, Slider

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Ahoy, financial aid professionals! MASFAA is now accepting proposals for breakout sessions at our 2026 Annual Conference, Seas the Day: Turning Challenges into Treasure, taking place November 18–20 at Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod in Hyannis, MA. We're...

June 17, 2026 in News, Slider

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Congratulations to Aidan McLaughlin, MASFAA's 2025-2026 Volunteer of the Year! Aidan is recognized for his work with the Membership & Technology Committee and was nominated by co-chairs Kat Delgrosso and Jillian Glaze.  His nominators share that, "Aidan joined...

May 14, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]NEW THIS YEAR! 2026 MASFAA Summit - June 11th, 2026 from 9:00am to 3:00pm @ Wellesley College. Registration is now open for the new MASFAA Summit! In place of the MASFAA Year End Event, we are happy to...

March 31, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Before sharing the results, we’d like to extend a few thank-yous. First, thank you to the members of the nominating committee—Jeff Bentley, Julie Lawton, Mira Morgan and James McGehee—for your time and thoughtful work in preparing this year’s...

March 30, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Jillian Glaze Senior Director, Student Financial Services Bunker Hill Community College The Kennedy Award is named in honor of the late Senator Kennedy in recognition of his advocacy for the needy and underserved and his tireless fight to expand financial...

March 30, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]We are excited to share that Iron Bridge's annual spring training webinars, hosted by Robert Weinerman, are open for registration! There is no cost to attend for MASFAA members. The training will be the same in each offering,...

March 24, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] April Lombardi Assistant Director of Financial Aid New England Law- Boston April was nominated by Jenny Aguiar, who wrote: “April has worked in various offices on campus and has remained dedicated to financial aid. She has a strong attention to...

March 13, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]We're excited to invite you to the Colleague User Spring Round Table, hosted by MASFAA on Thursday, April 24 at 3:00 PM — virtually! Whether you've been using Colleague for years or are still finding your footing, this...

February 13, 2026 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Register now for this year's Graduate/Professional Symposium!  Our theme this year is Resilience through Change and we have a packed agenda including an OB3 Round Table discussion, Federal Updates, Private Loan Planning Resources and more!  Don't miss...

December 01, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]December 10th 12:15pm-1:00pm Register here! Join the Financial Wellness Education Committee and members of the Kindros team for a virtual roundtable to discuss the evolving landscape of financial wellness education (FWE), including a look at current and proposed state...

November 26, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Carla Minchello Director of Financial Aid Wheaton College Carla was nominated by Susan Beard, who wrote: “It is my great honor and distinct pleasure to wholeheartedly nominate Carla Minchello for the MASFAA Presidential Award. Carla is the very epitome of...

November 24, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Delaney Walat Assistant Director of Financial Aid Anna Maria College Delaney was nominated by Nicole Lenares-Vaillancourt and Matt Gingras, who wrote: “Since starting at Anna Maria College, Delaney immediately excelled in her role as a financial aid counselor. She quickly...

November 24, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] MassEdCo MASFAA is pleased to award the 2025 Edward M. Kennedy Public Service Award to MassEdCO.  This distinguished award recognizes the sustained service of a champion advocating for the needs and rights of underserved individuals while promoting student...

November 17, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]December 1 4:00-5:00 Feeling a little cross-eyed from reading all the updates? You’re not alone! Join your fellow financial aid administrators for a relaxed, open conversation about everyone’s favorite topic—OBBB. Bring your questions, your frustrations, your campus concerns, and...

October 23, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]This one-hour virtual session will explore how financial aid professionals can strengthen collaboration with campus partners to better support first-generation college students. Drawing on my experience leading the FIRST Resource Center and the BLAST and BEST programs...

September 22, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Check out the new monthly MASFAA Newsletter for September![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...

September 22, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Are you a leader in the financial aid community or are you looking to become one? The Professional Development & Training Committee is pleased to announce the return of the MASFAA Leadership Academy (MLA) for the 2025-2026...

September 12, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Awards presented at the MASFAA Annual Conference – November 20-21, 2025, Southbridge, MA Nomination Deadline: October 1, 2025   How to Submit a Nomination: Please submit nominations electronically at https://masfaa.org/about/masfaa-awards-and-recognition/nominations/. The nomination form asks for the following information: Nominee’s name, contact information, and...

September 04, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Our first webinar will cover three very different topics. First, we’ll look at tax and need analysis related changes to the 2026-2027 financial aid cycle and the 2024 tax return. This will include a look at the...

September 03, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] We’re excited to announce that registration is officially open for the MASFAA Conference 2025! 📍 Location: Wellsworth Hotel, Southbridge, MA📅 Dates: November 19-21, 2025 This year’s theme, See the Way, Build the Bridge, invites us to look ahead with...

August 08, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]See the Way. Build the Bridge. We’re turning insight into action, challenges into connections, and seeking engaging sessions that help our community: Illuminate new paths for access and success Solve practical problems with innovative strategies Share bold solutions...

August 07, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]MASFAA's Just the FACTS! Training Series is designed to meet the needs of new financial aid professionals with less than two years of experience.  Receive comprehensive training and build your professional network with this three session training presented by MASFAA's Professional...

August 07, 2025 in News

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]MASFAA recognizes Jonathan Brett, Boston University Medical Campus, as Volunteer of the Year. Jonathan is recognized for a long standing commitment to leadership in the Graduate and Professional Concerns space within MASFAA, most notably, the renewal of the...

June 25, 2025 in News

Please join us on Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm for the PeopleSoft Round Table! This event will provide an opportunity to connect with peers that are utilizing PeopleSoft to listen, learn, share, ask, and maximize the impact of the software at your...

June 25, 2025 in News

Please join us on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm for the Colleague Round Table! This event will provide an opportunity to connect with peers that are utilizing Ellucian Colleague to listen, learn, share, ask, and maximize the impact of the software at...