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In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we are honored to welcome Mr. Lee Hammond, Chief Executive Officer of the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities (ASIC). Under his leadership, ASIC has strengthened its global presence, offering accreditation services that emphasize quality enhancement,institutional effectiveness, and international collaboration. Mr. Hammond brings a wealth of experienc...

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, I’m stepping into the host chair solo for a special commentary on a significant development:

Six state university systems—led by Florida—are launching a newaccreditor.

This effort, announced by Governor Ron DeSantis, is poised to challenge the traditional accreditation landscape and raises serious questions aboutoversight, accountability, and political influence in higher education.

As always...

Welcome to a special first anniversary episode of Accreditation Insights! In this episode, I was thrilled to be joined by my co-hosts Dr. Leamor Kahanov, Dr. Greg Pillar, and Dr. Bryan Alexander as we marked this milestone moment.

Our guest was Cecelia Livengood, Chief Accreditation Officer of theNational Association for Academic Excellence (NAAE). In this timely andthought-provoking episode, Cecelia shared how NAAE is reimagining a...

In the latest episode of AccreditationInsights, we continue our compelling conversation with Jane Larsson,Executive Director of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and Chair ofThe International Taskforce on Child Protection.

Jane’s leadership spans over 25 years in international education, and in this episode, we delve into her current work spearheading global efforts to create safer learning environments for children.From ac...

Welcome to another episode of Accreditation Insights. In this episode we are honored to be joined by Dr. Keri Nunn-Ellison, Senior Director at the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Dr. Nunn-Ellison is a respected leader in nursing education and accreditation, with deep expertise in shaping academic standards and ensuring programmatic excellence.

In this episode, we’ll explore how accreditation advances the qu...

In this two-part conversation, cohostsShanderson and Pillar are joined by Rebeka Mazzone, Principal at FuturEdFinance a firm focused on helping colleges and universities navigatelong-term viability in an increasingly competitive market. Rebeka discusses the financial challenges faced by higher education institutions, particularlysmaller ones, and with her extensive experience in financial strategy, she shares insights on how instit...

In this two-part conversation, co-hostsShanderson and Pillar are joined by Rebeka Mazzone, Principal at FuturEdFinance, a firm focused on helping colleges and universities navigatelong-term viability in an increasingly competitive market. Rebeka discusses the financial challenges faced by higher education institutions, particularlysmaller ones, and with her extensive experience in financial strategy, she shares insights on how inst...

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we're joined by Dr. Angela Kennedy, CEO of the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), who shares her insights into the evolving mission of CAHIIM, the impact of rapid technological change on academic standards, and the competencies future professionals must develop. We’ll also discuss international accreditation, institutional ...

Welcome to Accreditation Insights, where we explore the frontiers ofeducational accreditation and the innovative practices that shape them. In this episode, we're joined by Michael Zimmerman from Campus.edu, a key figure in driving forward-thinking accreditation processes at his institution. As we delve into Michael's strategies and experiences, we aim to uncover how innovative approaches can redefine accreditation standards and pr...

In this episode of AccreditationInsights we're joined by David A. Rettinger and Tricia Bertram Gallant, editors of the insightful book "Cheating Academic Integrity: Lessons from 30 Years of Research." This book is a culmination of decades of research andprovides an in-depth look at the complexities of academic dishonesty. Our guests will share their extensive knowledge on the evolution of cheating, the psychological d...

Join us on Accreditation Insightsas we welcome Dr. Melissa Morris-Olson, Chief Executive Officer of The American University of Greece Global Campus, Distinguished Professor of Higher Education Leadership, Founding Director of HELOS and CHELIP, Provost Emerita, and author of IngenioUs Leadership.

With a career marked by transformativeleadership in institutional development, governance, and accreditation, Dr.Morris-Olson has redefined...

In this episode, we're joined by Amy Dykens, CEO of Weave, a pioneering company at the intersection of technologyand accreditation. Under her leadership, Weave has collaborated with Amazon AWS's innovation team to integrate artificial intelligence into accreditation processes, setting new educational quality and efficiency standards. Join usas we explore how AI transforms accreditation and what this means for institutions w...

This episode features Dr. KestonFulcher, a distinguished Professor at James Madison University in the Centerfor Assessment and Research Studies within the Department of GraduatePsychology.

Dr. Fulcher brings knowledge and experience in accreditation and assessment, offering invaluable insights into how these processes impact institutions and contribute to educational excellence. Today, we'll dive deep into the challenges andinno...

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we delve into the world of musiceducation with two distinguished guests: Dr. Bradley Fuster and Dr. VickyFurby. They bring decades of experience and leadership in the artsand higher education.

Today’s conversation centers on the National Association of Schools ofMusic—NASM—a specialized accrediting body that ensures excellence in music programs across the United States. We’ll examine the ac...

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, Dr. Laurie Shanderson welcomes Dr. Beverly Barrett, a distinguished international policy expert and professor of international economics, to explore the landscape of higher education reform in Europe. Drawing from her teaching at the University of Houston and Florida International University, as well as her acclaimed book Globalization and Change in Higher Education, Dr. Barrett unpacks th...

In Part 2 of our special two-part series, we welcome back renowned futurist and author Bryan Alexander to the Accreditation Insights podcast. Bryan, anesteemed futurist, researcher, and author, is known for his profound insights into the evolving landscape of higher education. Bryan has critically explored the intersections of technology, academia, and climate change in his notable works,"Universities on Fire: Higher Education...

In Part 1 of our special two-part series, we welcome renowned futurist and author Bryan Alexander to the Accreditation Insights podcast. Bryan, an esteemed futurist, researcher, and author, is known for his deep insights into the evolving landscape of higher education. Bryan has critically explored the intersections of technology, academia, and climate change in his notable works, "Universities on Fire: Higher Education in the...

Today’s conversation takes us behind the scenes of mortuary science education—an essential and often misunderstood field within higher education.

Join me, Dr. Laurie Shanderson, and guest co-host Dana Bond as we speak with Tyler Wright, MBA, Executive Vice President and COO of Pierce Mortuary Colleges.

Since 2015, Tyler has been a driving force in maintaining excellence andaccreditation standards across multiple campuses dedicated to...

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we’re honored to feature SorayaMadriaza Ciocca, the Dean of Student Life at Universidad Mayor in Chile —aninternationally recognized expert in inclusive practices within accreditation.In this robust conversation, we explore how accreditation can move beyondcompliance to become a strategic tool for advancing diversity, equity, andinclusion across higher education.

Join host Dr. Laurie Shande...