37. Navigating Accreditation: Perspectives from a College President with Dr. Lester McCorn

In this insightful episode of Accreditation Insights, Drs. Shanderson and Kahanov sit down with Dr. Lester McCorn, a seasoned college president and President-elect of Paine College, an HBCU, to delve into the complex world of higher education accreditation. Dr. McCorn shares a unique presidential perspective on the importance of institutional and programmatic accreditation, shedding light on how these processes ensure quality and enhance accountability and alignment with a college’s mission. Together, they discuss the vital role accreditation plays in driving educational excellence and serving diverse student communities alongside the current challenges and transformative opportunities within the accreditation landscape.

Topics Discussed 

• Dr. McCorn’s new appointment as President of Paine College, an HBCU in Georgia.
• How different accreditation bodies serve unique institutional needs.
• How college presidents view and engage with historical relationships with accreditation bodies.
• The benefit of being accredited by more than one accreditor.

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