The Leaflet is a snapshot of the work HLC does to fulfill its mission. Published six times a year, it provides updates, news and resources regarding HLC, accreditation and the higher education industry. This includes information on proposed and adopted policies, new or updated procedures, professional development and training opportunities, profiles on members of the HLC community, information about HLC’s outreach and advocacy efforts, and much more.
Latest Issue: July 2024
BGD Says
HLC's President gives an update on recent Supreme Court decisions and the recent HLC Board meeting.
HLC Board Adopts Revised Criteria and Assumed Practices
The Board also approved new proposed policy changes and adopted the dues and fees schedule for the coming academic year.
Coming Soon: Application and Guidance on Offering Reduced-Credit Bachelor’s Programs
In September, HLC will publish guidelines on reduced-credit bachelor’s degree programs, as well as a new substantive change application specific to reduced-credit bachelor’s degree programs.
Get Your #HLC2025 Proposals Ready! The Application Opens July 22
Learn about the presentations we’re seeking for Higher Learning 2025.
Mission, Research Drive Change at Midwest College
Donnelly College strengthens mission and supercharges momentum with help from HLC’s Student Success Academy.
Advocacy and Policy Update
Program Integrity and Institutional Quality negotiated rulemaking issues move forward.
10 Questions for HLC Peer Reviewer Purva DeVol
This eagle-eyed peer reviewer uses her wealth of accreditation experience to improve student outcomes.
Q & A with new HLC Trustee Joi Cunningham
Joi Cunningham is an attorney with 20-plus years of experience in higher education. She currently serves as Vice President of Human Resources at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. She joins HLC’s Board of Trustees in September.