Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)

CHEA Webinar Series Why Assessment and Student Learning Matter for Educational Quality— In Times of Accreditation Change March 30, 2026, 11:00am ET [Picture of Dr. Megan Rodgers Good] Dr. Megan Rodgers Good Executive Director of the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) James Madison University [Picture of Dr. Keston Fulcher] Dr. Keston Fulcher Improvement Strategist the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) James Madison University

Join us for the next CHEA Webinar: Why Assessment and Student Learning Matter for Educational Quality— In Times of Accreditation Change on March 30, 2026 at 11:00am. For more information and to register visit bit.ly/4aYwq7t

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CHEA/CIQG Board of Directors Call For Nominations Call closes Friday, March 20, 2026.

The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) invites you to submit nominations for the 2026-2029 class of Board of Directors. bit.ly/4twNCcC #HigherEd #Accreditation

CHEA Webinar Series Why Assessment and Student Learning Matter for Educational Quality— In Times of Accreditation Change March 30, 2026, 11:00am ET [Picture of Dr. Megan Rodgers Good] Dr. Megan Rodgers Good Executive Director of the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) James Madison University [Picture of Dr. Keston Fulcher] Dr. Keston Fulcher Improvement Strategist the Center for Assessment and Research Studies (CARS) James Madison University

Join us for the next CHEA Webinar: Why Assessment and Student Learning Matter for Educational Quality— In Times of Accreditation Change on March 30, 2026 at 11:00am. For more information and to register visit bit.ly/4aYwq7t

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Accreditation in the News: Trump Is Betting on DeSantis’ College Oversight Revamp bit.ly/3Oy8Sit #HigherEd #Accreditation #AcademicSky #EDUSky

CIEES Becomes First Latin American Accreditor to Receive CHEA Recognition

CIEES Becomes First Latin American Accreditor to Receive CHEA Recognition READ MORE bit.ly/4sej6Dg

CHEA/CIQG Board of Directors Call For Nominations Call closes Friday, March 20, 2026.

The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) invites you to submit nominations for the 2026-2029 class of Board of Directors. bit.ly/4twNCcC #HigherEd #Accreditation #AcademicSky #EDUSky

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Accreditation in the News: Medical Accreditor Weighs Diluting Health Inequities Curricula bit.ly/4rMJLXj #HigherEd #Accreditation #AcademicSky #EDUSky

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CHEA/CIQG Policy Watch February 12, 2026 [Vector image of the US Capitol Building]

NEW! Read the latest Policy Watch for updates on developments affecting accreditation from the White House, the U.S. Department of Education (USDE), the United States Senate, the United States House of Representatives, and the federal courts. www.chea.org/february-2026

[CHEA/CIQG logo] Board of Directors Call for Nominations Call Closes Friday, March 20, 2026

The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) invites you to submit nominations for the 2026-2029 class of Board of Directors. bit.ly/4twNCcC #AcademicSky #EDUSky

Opinion/Editorial [CHEA Logo] Op-Ed

Watch and read the latest from the CHEA Op-Ed series exploring different topics in relevant to accreditation today bit.ly/4qpig53 #HigherEd #Accreditation #AcademicSky #EDUSky

2026 CHEA/CIQG Annual Conference January 26-29, Washington DC CHEA Annual Conference Highlights: Accreditation at the Crossroads

Despite winter weather disruptions the 2026 CHEA/CIQG Annual Conference brought together #HigherEd leaders, accreditors, and policymakers for timely conversations about accreditation’s future. Read our conference wrap-up for key themes from the discussions bit.ly/46Afraa

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Higher Ed Dive: "Accreditors brace for more change under the Trump administration" bit.ly/3OhMpps #CHEA2026#AcademicSky #EDUSky

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Accreditation in the News: ED Eyes Rewrite of Accreditation Rules www.chea.org/ed-eyes-rewr... #HigherEd #Accreditation
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That’s a wrap on #CHEA2026. Thank you for the insight, dialogue, and leadership shaping the future of accreditation and public trust. And be sure to join us next year, January 25-28, 2027 in Washington, DC.

What evidence best demonstrates educational quality—and how should it be communicated to the public? The closing plenary of #CHEA2026 focuses on student outcomes, integrity, and innovation, with an emphasis on clarity, equity, and trust.

Accreditation sits at the intersection of autonomy and accountability. This morning's plenary session examines how accreditors can preserve self-regulation while responding meaningfully to growing demands for transparency and public confidence in higher education. #CHEA2026

At CHEA, Kent Blames Accreditors for Higher Ed’s Woes The education under secretary argued that accreditors have largely failed to hold colleges accountable and pledged to make reforms.

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ED Eyes Rewrite of Accreditation Rules

ED officials have said for months that they want to tackle the regulations governing accreditors. A Monday announcement offers more specifics on their agenda. https://bit.ly/4k4Wpyf

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Accreditation is navigating unprecedented disruption. This afternoon's plenary explores the most pressing challenges, and opportunities, confronting traditional accreditors and why meeting them requires new approaches grounded in mission and value. #CHEA2026

How can accreditation remain credible and independent as policy pressures and public expectations evolve? Today’s opening plenary examines the tensions—and opportunities—shaping the future of quality assurance. #CHEA2026

The 2026 CHEA Annual Conference opens with a keynote conversation featuring Nicholas Kent from @usedgov, examining the evolving role of higher ed in a time of heightened public scrutiny, setting the tone for a candid and forward-looking conversation. #CHEA2026

“In moments like this, it is tempting to become purely reactive—to respond only to external pressure, policy change, or public criticism… accreditation is at its best when it looks ahead.” —Nasser Paydar, CHEA President #CHEA2026

The @CHEAnews Annual Conference begins today in Washington with President Nasser Paydar. Leaders from higher ed, accreditation, and quality assurance gather for conversations on integrity, accountability, and public trust. Follow along for highlights. #CHEA2026

The conversation starts tomorrow. The 2026 @CHEAnews Annual Conference brings higher education and accreditation leaders together in Washington, DC, to explore integrity, accountability, and the future of quality assurance. #CHEA2026

[CHEA/CIQG 2026 Annual Conference Logo] "My 100 Day Journey with Artificial Intelligence"

Get a look at one of the forward-looking conversations shaping the 2026 CHEA/CIQG Annual Conference with the release of our newest pre-conference video, “My 100-Day Journey with Artificial Intelligence.” www.cheaannualconference.org/event/e960e0...

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Accreditation in the News: Texas Drops ABA Oversight of Lawyers Amid Anti-DEI Push bit.ly/458esxu #HigherEd #Accreditation

2026 CHEA/CIQG Annual Conference January 26-29, Washington, DC Keynote Speaker Nicholas Kent Under Secretary of Education Register Today www.cheaannualconference.org

The CHEA Annual Conference is less than two weeks away! Join colleagues from across higher education, accreditation, and quality assurance for a timely & global conversation on accountability, trust, and quality in a shifting policy landscape. Register at www.cheaannualconference.org

Join CHEA President Nasser Paydar and leaders from around the globe at the 2026 CHEA/CIQG Annual Conference to engage in meaningful dialogue on accreditation and policy. Register today at www.cheaannualconference.org.