What is NCA Accreditation & who is EIU’s accrediting body?

Assurance to the public that an institution is committed to quality

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools

What is the Value of Accreditation?

Charts progress since the last accreditation Ensures the University meets national standards of quality Confirms a culture of continuous improvement Publicly affirms the University's excellence Ensures access to financial support for students Affords funding access to promote scholarship and research Verifies commitment to future improvements Continues heritage as a top ranked comprehensive

institution Provides advice and consultation from experienced

evaluators

How can I participate?

1. Check the web site: www.eiu.edu/nca2014

2. Complete the survey3. Attend a First Friday Seminar4. Review and provide feedback on the self-

study drafts5. Attend presentations with an NCA

Ambassador, Steering Committee or Subcommittee Member

6. Participate in the Site Visit Interviews

First Friday Seminars

Loft of the MLK Union at 7:30 a.m. September 6, 2013 October 4, 2013 November 1, 2013 December 6, 2013 February 7, 2014 March 7, 2014 April 4, 2014 May 2, 2014

What information will I find at the web site?

A list of NCA Ambassadors A list of the Steering Committee and

Subcommittee Members Updates on the process and invitations to

participate Survey information and instructions A video and power-point presentation

describing the accreditation process Copies of the NCA Handout Progress updates

What are the steps in the process of Accreditation?

Conduct a self-study

Complete a site visit

Receive a Report

What is the2013-2014 timeline ?

Fall 2013 NCA Ambassadors Program Visits to Campus Committees, Boards, & Councils Survey and Survey Analysis First Chapter Drafts to Co-Chairs

Spring 2014 Co-Chairs Submit Revised Chapters Completed Chapters to Editor Posting Draft to Campus Incorporation of Suggestions Third Party Comments

What is the final timeline ?

Summer 2014 August 25, 2014: Self-Study Submitted

Fall 2014 October 20, 21, 22, 2014 Site Visit

Who are the NCA Self Study Co-Chairs and Accreditation Liaison Officer ?

Dr. Bob Augustine, Graduate School

Dr. Jeff Stowell, Psychology

Dr. Mary Herrington-Perry, VPAA Office

Criterion 1Mission

A. The institution's mission is broadly understood within the institution and guides its operations.

B. The mission is articulated publicly.

C. The institution understands the relationship between its mission and the diversity of society.

Criterion 1 SubcommitteeTerri Frederick & Jennifer Sipes, Co-Chairs

John Allison

Faculty, English

Isaac Slaven

Faculty, Technology

Amy Rosenstein

Faculty, Special Education

Steve Scher

Faculty, Psychology

Brenda Major

Undergraduate Admissions

Bill Elliott

Graduate/International Admissions

Cindy White

Charleston Chamber of Commerce

David CrockettFacilities

Rachel FisherCommunity Service

Robyn CarrAdvancement

Cynthia NicholsCivil Rights

Zeenat Chaudhary, International Undergrad

Zachary Samples, Undergraduate Student

Kaylia EskewUndergraduate Student

Criterion 2Integrity – Ethical & Responsible Conduct

A. The institution operates with integrity in its financial, academic, personnel, and auxiliary functions.

B. The institution presents itself clearly and completely to its students and to the public.

C. The governing board of the institution is sufficiently autonomous to make decisions in the best interest of the institution.

D. The institution is committed to freedom of expression and the pursuit of truth in teaching and learning.

E. The institution ensures that faculty, students, and staff acquire, discover, and apply knowledge responsibly.

Criterion 2 SubcommitteeMarshall Lassak & Linda Holloway, Co-Chairs

Andy Cheetham

Faculty, Music

Lisa Brooks

Faculty, Family & Consumer Sciences

James Kestner

Faculty, Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level Ed

Doug Brandt

Faculty, Physics

Bob Chesnut

Research & Sponsored Programs

Bradley Tolppanen

Booth Library

John Henderson

CATS

Heather Webb

Student Standards

Sandy Cox

Counseling Center

Eric Schultz

Athletics

Brandy Woods

Undergraduate Student

Criterion 3Teaching & Learning: Quality, Resources & Support

A. The institution’s degree programs are appropriate to higher education

B. The institution demonstrates that the exercise of intellectual inquiry and the acquisition, application, and integration of broad learning skills are integral to its educational programs.

C. The institution has the faculty and staff needed for effective, high-quality programs and student services.

D. The institution provides support for student learning and effective teaching.

E. The institution fulfills the claims it makes for an enriched educational environment.

Criterion 3 SubcommitteeMike Mulvaney and Bonnie Irwin,Co-Chairs

Mark Borzi

Faculty, Communication Studies

Katie Shaw

Faculty, Family & Consumer Sciences

Jackie Frank

Faculty, Family & Consumer Sciences

Mildred Pearson

Faculty, Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level Ed

Mike Cornebise

Chair, Geology/Geography

Jeanne Lord

Lumpkin Business & Applied Sciences

Shelley James

Advisement Center

Kelly Holland

Study Abroad

Jerry Donna

Financial Aid

Krishna Thomas

Faculty Development

Kimberlie Moock

New Student Programs

Mitch Gurick

Undergraduate Student

Criterion 4Teaching & Learning: Evaluation and Improvement

A. The institution demonstrates responsibility for the quality of its educational programs.

B. The institution demonstrates a commitment to educational achievement and improvement through ongoing assessment of student learning.

C. The institution demonstrates a commitment to educational improvement through ongoing attention to retention, persistence, and completion rates in its degree and certificate programs.

Criterion 4 Subcommittee Rebecca Throneburg & Karla Sanders,Co-Chairs

Debra Reid

Faculty, History

Crystal Duncan-Lane

Faculty, Family & Consumer Sciences

Melissa J-Bromenshenkel

Faculty Special Education

Joy Russell

Chair Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level Ed

Amy Lynch

College of Sciences

Tom Spencer

Honors College

Mona Davenport

Minority Affairs

Josh Norman

Enrollment Management

David Emmerich

Information Technologies

Jody Stone

Housing

Tyler Kalahar

Graduate Student

Jalyssa Woodall

Undergraduate Student

Criterion 5Resources, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness

A. The institution’s resource base supports its current educational programs and its plans for maintaining and strengthening their quality in the future.

B. The institution’s governance and administrative structures promote effective leadership and support collaborative processes that enable the institution to fulfill its mission.

C. The institution engages in systematic and integrated planning.

D. The institution works systematically to improve its performance.

Criterion 5 Subcommittee David Boggs & Mike Maurer,Co-Chairs

Terry Barnhart

Faculty, History

Linda Simpson

Faculty, Family & Consumer Sciences

Jeanne Okrasinski

Faculty, Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level Ed

Assege Hailemariam

Faculty, Psychology

Godson Obia

College of Sciences

David Martin

Student Representative

Pam Collins

School of Continuing Education

Cindy Boyer

Academic Success Center

Lynette Drake

Health Center

Steve Rich

Alumni Services

Derek Markley

President’s Office