Animal Research Compliance (ARC) Seminar Series

The ARC Seminar Series is a nationally recognized virtual education and professional development series. We bring together research compliance professionals from across the community to share insights and creative approaches to program management, administration, and human development. 

Serving over 150 institutions, including international attendees, the ARC Seminar Series fosters collaboration, professional growth, and community connection. Members enjoy access to a growing library of recorded sessions and exclusive resources through the member portal.

Each month, we gather for a presentation and community discussion over a 60 minute virtual call. As a participant, you will:

• Develop your skills as a current or emerging leader in animal research compliance

• Learn how to manage your program more effectively, efficiently, and ethically

• Be a part of a growing community, alongside 200+ professionals 

• Feel inspired and refreshed in a field that we recognize can be monotonous, tedious and sometimes thankless (we’re just saying)

• Receive continuing education credit for your attendance at the seminars

Join the ARC Seminar Series with an individual or institutional membership. Both memberships receive:

• Access to monthly seminar series ~ 14 for 2026 Season, including a {New} ARC Veterinary Seminar Series

• Access to recordings of all seminar series if you can’t make it live

• Opportunity for Continuing Education Credits {CPIA, RACE, etc)

• Access to benchmarking data and community resources

• Thought provoking post-session downloadable inviting you to explore topics deeper.

• Discounts for the ARC Summit and Certificate Programs

Here are just some examples of previous seminars:

• Burden Oscillation - A discussion on burden as a result of employee transition.

• The “Elephants” - A Discussion on the topics in our field that often go unspoken.

• AI-Powered IACUC Management - Utilizing LLMs with practical examples for the community.

• Nuances to Crafting a Noncompliance Policy - How to craft a NC policy that is right for your institution.

• Leading ARC Programs - Exploring the 4 Cs of Leadership.

• Intersection of the IACUC/IBC - Exploring how to fortify the bridge between the two programs.

• A Data Driven Approach to PAM Program

Things to Know About the 2026 Series:

• 14 Sessions available taking place from February - October.

• All sessions take place the Third Friday and Last Thursday of Each Month from 2-3 eastern.

• The Series is currently pending approval for RACE Approved CE Credits through AAVSB and CPIA CEs through CPIA Council.

• The Series will be submitted for CPIA CEs again as in years past.

• Panned Schedule, Topics, Summaries, and Learning Objectives

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Current Season Schedule Downloadable

Some of the Organizations represented by participants in our programs.

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