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Who we are
The Southern Association for Institutional Research (SAIR) is dedicated to the advancement of research leading to improved understanding, planning, and operation of institutions of post-secondary education.
What we do
SAIR provides a forum for the dissemination of information and interchange of ideas on problems of common interest in the field of institutional research. In addition, SAIR promotes the continued professional development of individuals engaging in institutional research and fosters the unity and cooperation among persons having interests and activities related to research.
Recent News
SAIR OWLS 2026 Schedule
January 20, 2025 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | Best in Practice: Spotlight on SAIR’s 2025 Award Winners
February 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | Spring IPEDS Unpacked: Keyholder Strategies for Success
April 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | From Proposal to Podium: Submitting for SAIR with Confidence
June 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | The Year in Review: IR Reflections...
February 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | Spring IPEDS Unpacked: Keyholder Strategies for Success
April 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | From Proposal to Podium: Submitting for SAIR with Confidence
June 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT | The Year in Review: IR Reflections...
2025 SAIR Election Results
The results are in!
Deadline extended for 2025-26 SAIR Board Nominations
The deadline for nominations has been extended! This is your last opportunity to submit nominations for the 2025-26 SAIR Board of Directors. Nominate yourself or a colleague for Vice-President & 2026 Conference Program Chair, Treasurer, Member-at-Large for Member Engagement & Marketing, Member-at-Large for Vendor Relations, and members of the Nominating Committee by Wednesday, April 30th....
Upcoming Events
OWLS 2026 [January] - Best in Practice: Spotlight on SAIR’s 2025 Award Winners
Best in Practice: Spotlight on SAIR’s 2025 Award Winners
Celebrate excellence in action as we highlight several of SAIR’s...
OWLS 2026 [February] - Spring IPEDS Unpacked: Keyholder Strategies for Success
Spring IPEDS Unpacked: Keyholder Strategies for Success
Spring submission season is upon us! In this session, IPEDS Keyholders...
SAIR 2026 Conference
The 53rd Annual SAIR Conference will be held October 24-27, at the Little Rock Marriott in Little Rock, Arkansas.