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36. Academia on the Edge: A Discussion with Futurist Bryan Alexander Pt. 2
May 8, 2025

36. Academia on the Edge: A Discussion with Futurist Bryan Alexander …

In Part 2 of our special two-part series, we welcome back renowned futurist and author Bryan Alexander to the Accreditation Insights podcast. Bryan, an esteemed futurist, researcher, and author, is known for his profound insi...

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35. Academia on the Edge: A Discussion with Futurist Bryan Alexander
May 8, 2025

35. Academia on the Edge: A Discussion with Futurist Bryan Alexander

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 profound insights ...

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34. Accrediting the Final Profession: Mortuary Science in Focus
May 8, 2025

34. Accrediting the Final Profession: Mortuary Science in Focus

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 Ty...

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33. Accreditation & Inclusion with Soraya Madriaza Ciocca
May 8, 2025

33. Accreditation & Inclusion with Soraya Madriaza Ciocca

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we’re honored to feature Soraya Madriaza Ciocca, the Dean of Student Life at Universidad Mayor in Chile—an internationally recognized expert in inclusive practices within accreditati...

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32. Accreditation Leadership and Institutional Transformation: A Conversation with Dr. R. Lawrence Schall
May 5, 2025

32. Accreditation Leadership and Institutional Transformation: A Conv…

Drs. Shanderson and Kahanov are proud to partner with Rock Pixel Scissors to bring you this latest episode of Accreditation Insights! In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. R. Lawrence Schall , President of...

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31. Forward Thinking: Dr. Belle Wheelan on Leadership and the Future of Accreditation
May 1, 2025

31. Forward Thinking: Dr. Belle Wheelan on Leadership and the Future …

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we are privileged to host Dr. Belle Wheelan, a leading figure in accreditation, as the President of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)....

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30. Navigating the Financial Crossroads: A Deep Dive into 'Capitalizing on College’ Part Two
April 26, 2025

30. Navigating the Financial Crossroads: A Deep Dive into 'Capitalizi…

In this second part of the two-part episode, we explore the evolving landscape of higher education and its financial challenges with Joshua Travis Brown, author of "Capitalizing on College." In his book, Joshua reveals the cr...

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29. Navigating the Financial Crossroads: A Deep Dive into 'Capitalizing on College’ Part One
April 26, 2025

29. Navigating the Financial Crossroads: A Deep Dive into 'Capitalizi…

In this two-part episode, we explore the evolving landscape of higher education and its financial challenges with Joshua Travis Brown, author of "Capitalizing on College: A Guide to Financial Success in Higher Education." In ...

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28. Elevating Independent School Standards: A Dialogue with Bonnie Ricci
April 16, 2025

28. Elevating Independent School Standards: A Dialogue with Bonnie Ri…

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we're honored to host Bonnie Ricci, the Executive Director of the International Commission Advancing Independent School Accreditation (ICAISA). Bonnie's leadership has been pivotal i...

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27. Leading Global Education: Insights from Jane Larsson of the Council of International Schools
April 16, 2025

27. Leading Global Education: Insights from Jane Larsson of the Counc…

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we are privileged to host Jane Larsson, Executive Director of the Council of International Schools (CIS). With a career spanning over 25 years in international education, Jane has be...

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26. Quality Assurance in Digital Learning: A Conversation with Deb Adair of Quality Matters
April 16, 2025

26. Quality Assurance in Digital Learning: A Conversation with Deb Ad…

In today's podcast, we delve into the evolving landscape of online education and the critical role of accreditation in maintaining quality standards. Our esteemed guest, Deb Adair, Executive Director of Quality Matters, share...

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25. Molding the Future: Integrating Generative AI and Creativity in Educational Assessment with Ruth Slotnick
April 8, 2025

25. Molding the Future: Integrating Generative AI and Creativity in E…

In this episode, we're excited to host Ruth Slotnick, Director of Assessment at Bridgewater State University, who will join us. Ruth pioneered blending data-driven strategies with creative solutions in higher education. Her w...

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24. Navigating Crisis: Insights from 'Colleges on the Brink' by Charles Ambrose and Michael Nietzel
April 6, 2025

24. Navigating Crisis: Insights from 'Colleges on the Brink' by Charl…

In this episode of the Accreditation Insights podcast, we welcome Chuck Ambrose, co-author of the seminal book Colleges on the Brink. This book is an indispensable resource, offering deep insights and guidance for seasoned an...

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23. Shaping the Future: Quality Assurance and HBCUs with Kathleen Rzucidlo
April 3, 2025

23. Shaping the Future: Quality Assurance and HBCUs with Kathleen Rzu…

In this episode of the Accreditation Insights podcast, we're honored to host K. Rzucidlo M.S., a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate at Howard University, making significant strides in accreditation research focusing on Historically ...

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22. Policy-Guided Negotiations: Exploring Accreditation with André Foisy
April 3, 2025

22. Policy-Guided Negotiations: Exploring Accreditation with André Fo…

In this episode of the Accreditation Insights podcast, we're joined by André Foisy, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Educational Policy & Leadership at the University of Albany and the Director of Assessment and Program...

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21. Data-Driven Accreditation: Enhancing Quality in Business Education
March 23, 2025

21. Data-Driven Accreditation: Enhancing Quality in Business Education

In this episode of the Accreditation Insights podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Yates, a seasoned expertin the field of accreditation. Dr. Yates serves as the Director ofAccreditation at the INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITA...

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20. Navigating New Frontiers in Accreditation: Insights from Catherine Wehlburg
March 4, 2025

20. Navigating New Frontiers in Accreditation: Insights from Catherin…

In this episode, we're delighted to have Dr. Catherine Wehlburg, President of Athens University in Alabama and an esteemed administrator and accreditation figure, join us again. Recently, Catherine attended the Council of Hig...

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19. The Institutional Impact of Accreditation Policy Shifts
Feb. 26, 2025

19. The Institutional Impact of Accreditation Policy Shifts

In this episode, Shanderson and Pillar explore the surface of how dismantling the DOE and political control can influence educational policy, specifically around the crucial aspect of accreditation and its broader impact on i...

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18. Integrity in the Age of AI: Insights from Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallant
Feb. 26, 2025

18. Integrity in the Age of AI: Insights from Dr. Tricia Bertram Gall…

In this episode, Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallant, a globally recognized thought leader, speaker, and author in the fields of academic integrity, ethics, and teaching, has made significant contributions to understanding and fosteri...

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17. Accreditation Through Transition: Navigating Mergers with Tamara Ruth Ferry
Feb. 20, 2025

17. Accreditation Through Transition: Navigating Mergers with Tamara …

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we're diving into the complex world of maintaining accreditation during institutional mergers. Tamara Ruth Ferry (retired) is joining us - an expert in accreditation processes and st...

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16. Charting New Territories in Education: The Accreditation Journey of Polymath University with Dan Futrell
Feb. 20, 2025

16. Charting New Territories in Education: The Accreditation Journey …

In this episode, we're joined by a very special guest, Dan Futrell, who is at the helm of Polymath University, an innovative institution that seeks toredefine interdisciplinary learning. Dan shares the unique accreditation jo...

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15. Legal Perspectives on Accreditation: A Conversation with Edward Cramp
Feb. 13, 2025

15. Legal Perspectives on Accreditation: A Conversation with Edward C…

In this episode we welcome Edward M. Cramp, a distinguished lawyer and educator fresh from the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) conference, who brings a unique legal viewpoint to higher education accreditation...

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14. Breaking Barriers and Building Excellence with Archinya Ingram
Feb. 10, 2025

14. Breaking Barriers and Building Excellence with Archinya Ingram

In this episode today, we are thrilled to have Dr. Archinya Ingram join us. Archinya brings an impressive 19-year tenure in higher education, marked by her dedication to academic administration, accreditation, and strategic p...

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13. Exploring the Depths of Leadership and Accreditation with Dr. Roberto Maurice Robert
Feb. 9, 2025

13. Exploring the Depths of Leadership and Accreditation with Dr. Rob…

Welcome to another episode of theAccreditation Insights podcast. Today, we're joined by guest Dr. RobertoMaurice Robert, a visionary leader and distinguished educator whose expertisespans across education management, Christia...

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