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Experts: New Accreditation Rules Threaten Academic Freedom
The draft proposals, up for discussion this week, could change how accreditors oversee colleges and what they measure, but some say they violate existing federal law.
Trump Administration Plans Sweeping Changes to Accreditation
The Trump administration wants the agencies that oversee colleges and universities to set minimum standards for student achievement, protect viewpoint...
What’s the Future of Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine is a growing field. But the only federally recognized accreditor for such programs may lose recognition, creating complications for member institutions.
ED Names New NACIQI Member
Education Secretary Linda McMahon has appointed Siri Terjesen as the newest member of the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality...
Opinion
Accreditation at a Crossroads
Higher ed can modernize accreditation without losing its soul.
NACIQI Rejects Renewal for Naturopathic Accreditor
The National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity voted against renewing recognition of the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education...
ED Removes NACIQI Member Who Voted Against New Chair
A McMahon appointee was quietly removed from the committee after casting a dissenting vote for a fellow ED pick for chair. Some members viewed the matter as brazenly partisan.
Opinion
Weaponization of Student Aid Is the Next Frontier
The Trump administration views accreditation and federal student aid funding as levers to impose ideological control.