The Learning Assistance Association of New England (LAANE) was organized in 1983 as a regional affiliate of the National Association for Developmental Education (NADE), now known as the National Organization for Student Success (NOSS). LAANE is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and improvement of post-secondary student success initiatives through research and practice. LAANE's original focus on developmental education has broadened to encompass all aspects of student success. Our goal is to assist education professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of students. Membership is comprised of a broad spectrum of educators who work in the public and private sectors of the six New England states (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont).

LAANE’S MISSION:

To promote the advancement and improvement of post-secondary student success initiatives through research and practice. As a regional affiliate of NOSS, we are dedicated to helping underprepared students prepare, prepared students advance, and advanced students excel.

PURPOSES OF LAANE:

• To support educational professionals who make a positive difference in the lives of their students, in conjunction with NOSS

• To act as a forum for exchanging ideas and information with other educators

• To provide learning and network opportunities through an annual fall conference

• To provide professional development

BENEFITS OF LAANE MEMBERSHIP

• The LAANE newsletter published three times a year (winter, spring, and fall)

• Annual fall conference in New England

• Board or committee involvement

• Recognition awards for educators, administrators, and students

• Networking with other regional educators