I had the privilege of joining Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Dr. Leamor Kahanov and Dr. Bryan Alexander for a special first anniversary episode of Accreditation Insights, where we marked a milestone moment in the series. Our guest was Cecelia Livengood, Chief Accreditation Officer of the fairly new accreditation body the National Association for Academic Excellence (NAAE), who offered a timely and compelling look at how NAAE is reimagining accreditation to better reflect institutional diversity and mission alignment.
In this conversation, we explored how the current higher ed landscape demands a more responsive and flexible approach to quality assurance, one that moves beyond one-size-fits-all models. Cecelia’s insights shed light on how agencies like NAAE are helping colleges and universities take greater ownership of their accreditation journey.
Whether you’re an academic leader, policymaker, or just accreditation-curious, this episode offers valuable perspective on where the field is headed, and why it matters.