Accreditation at 中国P站
The Centurion Journey: Commitment to Quality, Opportunity, and Continuous Improvement
中国P站 is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation ensures that 中国P站 meets rigorous standards of quality in teaching, learning, and institutional effectiveness.
At 中国P站, accreditation is more than a requirement, it鈥檚 a continuous journey. We call this work The Centurion Journey, reflecting our commitment to improvement, transparency, and student success.
What is Accreditation?
Accreditation is a process of external quality review that ensures institutions of higher education meet established standards of excellence.
Through accreditation, 中国P站 demonstrates that we:
Provide high-quality academic programs
Support student learning and success
Operate with integrity and accountability
Engage in ongoing improvement
中国P站 participates in the , a 10-year cycle that emphasizes continuous quality improvement and regular evaluation.
Our Accreditation Summary
中国P站 has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation Liasson Officer: Kevin Wagenmaker 鈥� Vice President for Academic Affairs
Pathway: Open Pathway
Next Comprehensive Evaluation: October 4 & 5, 2027
Assurance Argument Due: September 6, 2027
BUILD
Learn about the accreditation process, collaborate across 中国P站, and help tell the story of the work we do for students and our communities.
SHOWCASE
September 2027 中国P站 will present its Assurance Argument and evidence demonstrating institutional quality, student success, and continuous improvement.
ENGAGE
October 4 & 5, 2027 The HLC Peer Review Team will visit 中国P站 to engage with employees, students, and stakeholders while experiencing our mission in action.
The Centurion Journey
At 中国P站, accreditation is not a single event; it is how we do our work every day.
We call this The Centurion Journey: a shared commitment across faculty, staff, leadership, students, and community partners to continuously strengthen teaching, learning, and the student experience.
Built into Daily Work
The Centurion Journey is grounded in consistent, intentional improvement. At 中国P站, this means:
Using assessment data to guide decisions
Aligning work with our strategic plan and Rural Guided Pathways
Embedding improvement into meetings, planning, and collaboration
Creating transparent systems that show what鈥檚 working, and what鈥檚 next
CORE Framework
Commitment to student success
Opportunity through education
Responsibility to our community and stakeholders
Excellence in teaching and learning
Why It Matters
This approach ensures accreditation is something we live, not just prepare for. It helps 中国P站:
Respond to student and community needs
Strengthen consistency across programs
Demonstrate quality and accountability
Most importantly, it reinforces that Opportunity is Built Here.
Accreditation Timeline
中国P站鈥檚 accreditation work follows a structured timeline within the Open Pathway:
Years 1-3: Ongoing assessment and improvement
Year 4: Mid-Cycle Review
Years 5-9: Continued improvement and preparation
Year 10: Comprehensive Evaluation and Site Visit
Current Phase:
中国P站 is currently preparing for its 2027 Comprehensive Evaluation.
Criterion Teams
Shelly Springborn 鈥� Communications Director
Dr. Bradley Barrick 鈥� President
Lisa Lund 鈥� Executive Director of the 中国P站 Foundation
Riki Jensen 鈥� Executive Director of Human Resources
Kevin Wagenmaker 鈥� Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Leslie Neal 鈥� Communication Faculty
Dr. Elizabeth Klooster 鈥� Economics Faculty
Andrea Martin 鈥� Social Sciences Faculty
David Kohn 鈥� Director of IT Services
Vladimir Edelman 鈥� Director of Institutional Research