EdUp Accreditation Insights

Laurie Shanderson, PhD, FACHE
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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!

  1. Jun 28

    11. Restoring Trust: Can Higher Education Win Back America?

    Public trust in higher education is declining, and the implications for colleges, universities, accreditors, and policymakers are profound. In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we sat down with Jeremy C. Young to discuss The Trust Agenda: A Framework for Advancing Public Trust in Higher Education, a new report from AmericanAssociation of Colleges and Universities that explores why confidence in higher education has eroded and what institutional leaders can do to rebuild it. We discussed:  The Trust Agenda The factors driving the decline in public trust  Why institutional innovation matters now more than ever  How colleges and universities can better communicate their value  What accreditation and accountability can contribute to restoring confidence  This is an important conversation for anyone concerned about the future of higher education and the institutions that serve our students and communities.  Listen, subscribe, and join the conversation as we explore what it will take to strengthen trust and advance the mission of higher education in a rapidly changing world. #AccreditationInsights #EDUP #HigherEducation#HigherEdLeadership #HigherEducationLeadership #Accreditation #StudentSuccess#InstitutionalEffectiveness #PublicTrust #CollegePresidents#UniversityLeadership #HigherEd #AcademicLeadership #EducationalInnovation#AACU #TrustAgenda #FutureOfHigherEducation #StrategicLeadership#Accountability #HigherEducationPolicy

    11. Restoring Trust: Can Higher Education Win Back America?

  2. Jun 7

    10. From Compliance to Impact: What SACSCOC's New Accreditation Framework Signals for Higher Education

    SACSCOC has released a draft revision of its Principles of Accreditation, and the proposal may represent one of the most significant shifts in accreditation philosophy in decades. The changes move beyond updating language and instead raise fundamental questionsabout what accreditation should measure, how institutions demonstrate quality, and what role accreditors should play in a rapidly changing higher education landscape. From the elimination of the Quality Enhancement Plan to increased emphasis on student outcomes, workforce alignment, institutional sustainability, and simplified compliance expectations, the proposal appears to signal a broader movement from documenting activity to demonstrating impact. In this episode, Dr. Laurie Shanderson and Dr. Greg Pillar examine the proposedstandards, explore what they reveal about the future direction ofaccreditation, and discuss the implications for institutional leaders,accreditors, policymakers, and students.

    10. From Compliance to Impact: What SACSCOC's New Accreditation Framework Signals for Higher Education

  3. May 28

    9. Accreditation, Alliances, and Institutional Reinvention: A Conversation with Dr. Chet Haskell

    Higher education is navigating one of the most consequential periods in its modern history. Institutions are confronting financial pressure, enrollment uncertainty, cultural shifts, governance challenges, and growing scrutiny around value and accountability. In this episode of Accreditation Insights,we sat down with Chester Haskell to explore how colleges and universities can rethink strategy, partnerships, and mission alignment in a rapidly changingenvironment. Drawing on leadership experiences at institutions, including AntiochUniversity and Harvard University, Dr. Haskell discusses institutionalalliances, accreditation pressures, leadership during disruption, and therealities of organizational reinvention. This conversation examines what sustainable transformation actuallyrequires and why collaboration, governance, and clarity of mission maydetermine which institutions thrive in the years ahead.

    9. Accreditation, Alliances, and Institutional Reinvention: A Conversation with Dr. Chet Haskell

  4. May 11

    8. Accrediting the Future: Workforce Learning, Continuing Education, and the New Credential Economy

    What happens when learning no longer fits neatly inside the traditional degree model? The future of education is increasingly being shaped by workforce credentials, continuing education, employer-aligned training, and lifelong learning pathways. As that landscape expands, one question becomes critical: Who determines quality, credibility, and trust? On this episode of Accreditation Insights, our crew sat down with Casandra Blassingame, President & CEO of the Continuing Education Unit Accreditation Council (CEUAC), for a timely discussion on the evolution of accreditation in the continuing education space. We discuss:The rise of the “third sector” of educationAccreditation beyond traditional higher educationWhy continuing education may become central to institutional survival This conversation challenges long-held assumptions about higher education, workforce preparation, and the future of accreditation itself.

    8. Accrediting the Future: Workforce Learning, Continuing Education, and the New Credential Economy

  5. Apr 12

    7. When AI Fails Silently: What Healthcare Leaders and Accreditors Must Confront

    Artificial intelligence is already embedded in healthcare systems across the country. But here is the uncomfortable reality: most organizations lack the infrastructure to detect when that AI is failing. In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we sit down with Richard G. Greenhill, Principal and Founder of SmartSigma AI, to examine what he calls Silent Performance Failure™​, a critical and often invisible risk in AI-enabled healthcare environments. We explore:• Why AI governance is lagging behind deployment• The risks to patient safety and institutional accountability• What accreditors and boards should be asking right now• How health systems can begin to operationalize oversight This is not just a technology conversation. It is a governance, quality, and trust issue. If you are leading, regulating, or evaluating organizations where AI is already in use, this is a discussion you cannot afford to miss. #AccreditationInsights #EdUpExperience #HealthcareLeadership #AIinHealthcare #QualityAssurance #Accreditation #Governance #PatientSafety #HigherEdLeadership #SmartSigma

    7. When AI Fails Silently: What Healthcare Leaders and Accreditors Must Confront

  6. Mar 31

    6. The Future of Accreditation in Healthcare Management Education: Standards, Strategy, and Staying True to Mission with Maureen Jones

    Accreditation is not static; it evolves alongside the industries it serves.In this episode of Accreditation Insights, my co-hosts and I sit down with Maureen Jones, the new President and CEO of the Commission on Accreditation ofHealthcare Management Education, for a timely discussion on the future ofhealthcare management education. We explore CAHME’s new standards, the strategic thinking behind theirevolution, and the growing emphasis on outcomes, workforce alignment, andinnovation. Dr. Jones also shares a compelling perspective she consistentlyoffers programs: “you be you” reinforcing that accreditation should not drive uniformity but rather support mission-driven differentiation and institutional identity. For leaders navigating accreditation, governance, and program strategy, thisconversation provides both clarity and direction on how to align with standardswhile remaining authentic to your institution’s purpose.

    6. The Future of Accreditation in Healthcare Management Education: Standards, Strategy, and Staying True to Mission with Maureen Jones

  7. Mar 16

    5. Accreditation in a Time of Change: CHEA President Dr. Nasser Paydar on Trust, Quality, and the Future of Higher Education

    Accreditation is experiencing one of the most significant moments of change in recent history. Federal policy discussions, evolvingexpectations for accountability, and growing public scrutiny are reshaping how higher education demonstrates quality and value. In the latest episode of Accreditation Insights, we spoke with Dr. Nasser H. Paydar, President of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), about the future of accreditation and CHEA's role in guiding the field during this important time. In our conversation, we discussed: • The evolving national conversation aboutaccreditation • How CHEA is working to strengthen public trust in higher education • The balance between innovation and quality assurance • What institutional leaders should be paying attention to in the coming years For anyone working in accreditation, higher education leadership, governance, or policy, this conversation providesvaluable insight into where the field is heading.

    5. Accreditation in a Time of Change: CHEA President Dr. Nasser Paydar on Trust, Quality, and the Future of Higher Education

  8. Feb 23

    4. From Demographic Cliff to Fiscal Strategy Part Two

    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 conversations proactive and disciplined or driven by urgency? Rebekah offers a grounded, forward-looking perspective on what 2026 will require from governing boards and executive teams. The clarity and foresight shared in this discussion have the potential to prevent costly missteps and long-term institutional strain. Leaders intent on navigating volatility with discipline should consider this essential listening! Tune in!

    4. From Demographic Cliff to Fiscal Strategy Part Two
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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!

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  • Creator
    Laurie Shanderson, PhD, FACHE
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    117
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    © Laurie Shanderson, PhD, FACHE
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