EdUp Accreditation Insights
Explore accreditation's essentials with Drs. Shanderson and Kahanov on the "EdUp Accreditation Insights," a spin-off of the EdUp series. Shanderson and Kahanov unpack complexities and evolving standards as a former chancellor and current provost with deep accreditation expertise. Expect expert insights, case studies, and actionable advice, essential for educators and anyone interested in the underpinnings of academic excellence. Join us to master the intricacies of accreditation in higher education!
Episodes
Accreditation does not pause when financial pressure intensifies.
In Part II of our conversation with Rebekah Mazone of FuturED on Accreditation Insights, we move beyond surface-level concerns and confront the structural questions shaping institutional viability:
Are presidents and CFOs genuinely aligned around strategy and risk?
Is enrollment forecasting meaningfully integrated with long-term financial planning?
Are merger con...
The demographic cliff is no longer theoretical; it is operational.
In Part I of Accreditation Insights, Rebekah Mazone of FuturED examines what presidents, boards, and CFOs must understand now about:
• Enrollment volatility• Heightened price sensitivity — even among higher-income families• Multi-year forecasting models• Automation in budgeting and reporting• Early financial warning signals
The level of clarity and foresight shared in ...
A recent Washington Post opinion piece declared, “College accreditation is a civil rights issue.”
At the same time, the U.S. Department of Education has launched rulemaking that could reshape how accreditors are recognized, and recognition determines access to more than $100 billion in federal student aid annually.
In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we confront the realquestions:
Is accreditation becoming political?
What happen...
Accreditation Insights opens its 2026 season with a timely and substantive conversation on institutional viability and accountability in higher education. This episode is sponsored by Futured Finance, whose work focuses on improving financial transparency and sustainability across the higher education sector.
In this episode, we are joined by Gary Stocker, Founder of College Viability, a national consultancy dedicated to helpingcoll...
As we wrap up 2025, Laurie and Leamor sit down for a year-end conversation on Accreditation Insights to reflect on what really stood out in higher education and accreditation this year.
We talk about:
• Public value and accountability• Accreditation’s growing role in policy and politics• Financial sustainability and institutional viability• Changing credentials and learning models• Leadership and governance expectations• And what...
On this episode of Accreditation Insights, we are honored to welcome Dr. Gina Scarboro, Executive Director of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, better known as CAAHEP. Dr. Scarboro brings a rare blend of academic leadership, clinical practice, and national service to the conversation. From her tenure as a dean and educator to her continuing role as a practicing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant...
Our guest for this episode is Dr. Matthew Nehmer, President of The Colleges of Law, a mission-driven institution that has carved out a unique space in the legal education landscape through innovation, accessibility, and a strong commitment to social justice. With a career that spans strategic planning, accreditation, academic leadership, and nonprofit management, Dr. Nehmer brings a comprehensive view of how institutions can embrac...
Are we making assessment too complex—and at what cost to academicstandards?
On this episode of Accreditation Insights, I sit down with Dr. David A. Eubanks, Assistant VP for Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness at Furman University and a former member of NACIQI.
We explore:
- Why grades may be the most overlooked yet robust accreditation evidence
- The rising cost and complexity of assessment practices
- The ethical tension between ...
Accreditation Insights continues with Part 2 of our series featuring Dr. Robert Manzer, President of the American Academy for Liberal Education.
- In this follow-up conversation, Dr. Manzer lays out solutions fordepoliticizing accreditation, including:
Strengthening faculty governance to uphold rigorStandards and best practices for accreditors
Immediate steps for presidents, trustees, and policymakers to realign accreditatio...
Accreditation Insights kicks off a two-part series with Dr. Robert Manzer, President of the American Academy forLiberal Education, as he explores his AEI report, “Depoliticizing the University: Re-Prioritizing Academic Excellence in Accreditation and Faculty Governance.”
Link to article: (princetoniansforfreespeech.org)
In Part 1, we unpack:The roots of politicization in accreditationHow policy shifts have shaped today’s landscapeThe...
In this episode, we are joined by Robert Shireman, Senior Fellow at The Century Foundation. Mr. Shireman is widelyrecognized for his influential work in higher education policy, particularly in the areas of accountability, student protection, and the role of accreditation in regulating institutional quality. A former U.S. Deputy Undersecretary of Education under President Obama, he helped shape critical reforms focused onconsumer p...
The CAHIIM 2025 Summit on Higher Education is right around thecorner — September 16–18! This virtual event will feature 70+ presentations onAI, experiential learning, curriculum design, and the future of accreditation!
On this latest episode of Accreditation Insights, we highlight why this summit is a must-attend for higher education and health informatics leaders!
Learn more about the summit: CAHIIM 2025 Summit
#CAHIIM2025 #Accre...
In this episode, we were joined by Todd Nelson, Director of Partner Relationshipsand Chief Partnership Executive at the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA). In our discussion, we explored how strategic partnershipsare leveraged to enhance quality assurance and meet accreditation standards in healthcare finance.
In this special live-streamed episode of Accreditation Insights, Dr.Laurie Shanderson and Dr. Greg Pillar broadcast directly from the inaugural HigherEd PodCon 2025 in Chicago, IL!
As the first-ever gathering of podcast hosts, producers, and enthusiastsin the higher education space, PodCon 2025 marks a milestone in how ideas areshared, voices are elevated, and change is sparked through digitalstorytelling. Dr. Shanderson and Dr. Pil...
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...
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