Editor’s Note: Now that the NAACLS News is back to posting at regular intervals, we are thrilled to re-introduce “Under the Microscope.” These monthly posts highlight NAACLS News posts of interest, that may have gone unnoticed upon their original posting. We also take an opportunity to provide a quick preview of what kind of content is on the horizon.

What You May Have Missed

Reflecting on 2024: Raising the Standard for Growth

NAACLS Staff takes a moment to look back at an incredibly productive 2024.

Program Advocacy Survey

On NAACLS LinkedIn Page, NAACLS Staff shared an optional survey for programs. The survey will gather information on program advocacy for a CLEC presentation in 2025.

NAACLS is Seeking Candidates for its Board of Directors Programs Review Committees

NAACLS is seeking the nominations for our review committees and board. The deadline for the nominations is February 1^st, 2025. Self-nominations are encouraged.

NAACLS Seeks Nominees for 2025 Distinguished Service Award

NAACLS is seeking nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Service Award. All nominations must be submitted by January 1^st, 2025.

November Dr. NAACLS Available On Demand

NAACLS Board of Directors President Robert Cottrell reviews decisions of interest from the September 2024 Board of Directors Meeting.

Coming Soon

Dr. NAACLS January 2025 – Innovation

Registration is now open (click above) for our first Dr. NAACLS of 2025. Join NAACLS Board of Directors President-Elect Karen Brown and NAACLS Staff as we discuss innovation trends and unique innovative practices from the 2024 Survey. This session will be at 2pm Central, January 22^nd. Registration is required.

Program Advocacy

In 2025 NAACLS will feature a series of content focused on program advocacy. The series will start in January with a NAACLS News article by Dr. Hassan Aziz.

Annual Report

NAACLS Staff are currently working on the 2024 Annual Report. Look for an announcement of its availability in the first quarter of 2025.