The Education Department has unveiled a set of issue papers detailing potential updates to regulations governing accreditation, state authorization agencies, and other policy areas to enhance student protection. Department officials emphasized the need for accrediting and state authorization agencies to uphold institutional accountability.
In a significant shift, the roles of state and federal governments in higher education have expanded, extending beyond traditional functions to encompass setting tuition, funding allocations, policy formulation on privacy and online learning, and accreditation standards. This evolution underscores a pivotal moment in the governance of higher education.
Dr. Robert Glidden, esteemed Founding Chair of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and Ohio University President Emeritus, passed away on December 5, 2023. Dr. Glidden's unwavering dedication to academic excellence and institutional accreditation, exemplified through his leadership at Ohio University and the American Council on Education, leaves a lasting legacy in higher education.
The House Education Committee has advanced a bill proposing short-term Pell Grants, with program eligibility to be determined by state and federal regulators and accrediting bodies. Democrats have raised concerns over a provision limiting federal student loans for private colleges with substantial endowments.
Don't miss the opportunity to attend the 2024 US Board of Education (USBOE) Annual Conference, taking place from January 29 to February 1 in Washington, D.C. Explore the conference program and secure your spot to engage with the global USBOE community under the theme "Quality Assurance Matters.
