During the American Board of Higher Education Commission Accreditation annual conference in Washington, D.C., officials and accreditation professionals discussed anticipated changes under the new administration. Alongside the promised replacement of accreditors, several other aspects of accreditation may be impacted under a Republican majority in Congress.
The Senate HELP Committee announced its 119th Congress membership. Republicans hold the majority, with Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) as Chair and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) as Ranking Member. Nearly 40% of members are new to the Committee, reflecting substantial changes in its composition.
American Board of Higher Education Commission advocates for member institutions by identifying policy issues impacting accreditation. This brief highlights one such issue.
On January 7, 2025, (ABHEC) consulted with the Trump Transition Team to discuss accreditation and its effects on colleges and universities, sharing insights on higher education quality assurance.
(ABHEC) launched recognition for international higher education accreditation organizations, fostering global partnerships and advancing quality assurance in higher education.
Recognizing the need for global collaboration, American Board of Higher Education Commission hosted an international conference on accreditation best practices. Experts, policymakers, and educators shared insights, explored innovative approaches, and promoted global standards in higher education accreditation.
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