September 2020 Actions
Institutional Actions Council
The Higher Learning Commission’s Institutional Actions Council took the following actions on September 14–15, 2020.
Arizona
Certificate Approval
Cochise College, AZ
- Law Enforcement Certificate
Maricopa Community Colleges-South Mountain Community College, AZ
- Certificate of Completion in Foundations of Mobile App Development
- Certificate of Completion in Mobile App Development
- Certificate of Completion in Music Business II
Assurance Review
Maricopa Community Colleges- Phoenix College, Phoenix, AZ
- Accepted the team report.
Approval of Request for Change
Arizona Christian University, Glendale, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Eastern Arizona College, AZ
- Approved the institution's request to offer correspondence education courses.
Mohave Community College, Kingman, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Sevier County Emergency Medical Services, 50 Westview Drive, Richfield, UT 84701.
Pima County Community College District, Tucson, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to open five additional locations:
- Pueblo Magnet High School, 3500 S. 12th Ave., Tucson, AZ 85713
- Tucson Magnet High School, 400 N. 2nd Ave., Tucson, AZ 85705
- Rio Rico High School, 590 Camino Lito Galindo, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
- Mountain View High School, 3901 W. Linda Vista Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85742
- Sahuarita High School, 350 W. Sahuarita Rd., Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Southwest University of Visual Arts, Tucson, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to close the main campus Southwest University of Visual Arts, 2525 North Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, and reopen at 20 E. Congress Street, Tucson, AZ 85701.
Tohono O'odham Community College, Sells, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Many Houses Site, 4520 N. Central Avenue, Suite 555, Phoenix, AZ 85012.
Arkansas
Certificate Approval
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, AR
- Construction Technology
Approval of Request for Change
Arkansas State University-Beebe, Beebe, AR
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Licensed Practical Nursing/Paramedic to Registered Nurses (RN) program resulting in an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN).
Arkansas State University-Newport, AR
- Approved the institution's request to offer correspondence education courses.
Colorado
Certificate Approval
Pikes Peak Community College, CO
- Veterinary Assistant
Approval of Request for Change
Aims Community College, Greeley, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Emergency Medical Services AAS degree.
Colorado State University University-Global Campus, Aurora, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Lamar Community College, Lamar, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to open three additional locations:
- Granada High School, 201 S. Hoisington St., Granada, CO 81042
- Springfield High School, 389 Tipton St., Springfield, CO 81073
- Eads High School, 210 W. 10th St., Eads, CO 81036
Metropolitan State University of Denver, Denver, CO
- Approved the institution’s teach-out arrangement for two additional locations: MSU Denver at Dime, 1265 Griswold St., Detroit, MI 48226; and MSU Denver at DIME Denver, 800 Kalamath St., Denver, CO 80204.
Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, Denver, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Music Production Bachelor of Fine Arts.
University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Business Administration with Cybersecurity Management Emphasis.
Western Colorado University, Gunnison, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Behavioral Science (MBS) in Rural Community Health.
Illinois
Certificate Approval
Chicago State University, IL
- Therapeutic Recreation
Harper College, IL
- Dietetic Internship
Morton College, IL
- Paralegal Studies
South Suburban College of Cook County, IL
- Cannabis Dispensary Operations
Approval of Request for Change
DeVry University, Naperville, IL
- Approved the institution’s teach-out arrangement for two additional locations: DeVry University-Glendale, 6751 N Sunset Blvd, Suite 330, Glendale, AZ 85305 effective October 31, 2020; and DeVry University-Mesa, 1201 South Alma School Rd.; Ste. 5450, Mesa, AZ 85210.
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Olney, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technician.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer an Associate of Applied Science in Unmanned Aerial Technology.
Denial of Request for Change
Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, IL
- Denied the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Actor-Musicianship.
Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL
- Denied the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Health Science.
Indiana
Approval of Request for Change
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
- Approved the institution’s request for a contractual arrangement with Air Marion, Inc. in offering the AS in Professional Pilot, and the BS in Aviation Management.
- Approved the institution’s request for a contractual arrangement with AndAir Aircraft Rental & Instruction, LLC in offering the Associate of Science in Professional Pilot and the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management.
- Approved the institution’s request for a contractual arrangement BMG Jet Center in offering the Associate of Science in Professional Pilot and the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management.
- Approved the institution’s request to for a contractual arrangement Jeff Air Pilot Services in offering the Associate of Science in Professional Pilot and the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management.
- Approved the institution’s request for a contractual arrangement Sweet Aviation, LLC in offering the Associate of Science in Professional Pilot and the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Science in Professional Pilot.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management.
Iowa
Assurance Review
Northwestern College, Orange City, IA
- Accepted the team report.
Approval of Request for Change
Graceland University, Lamoni, IA
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics with emphasis in (1) Machine Learning; (2) Environmental Analytics.
Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Digital Arts.
Loras College, IA
- Approved the institution's request to offer correspondence education courses.
Wartburg College, Waverly, IA
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Leadership.
Kansas
Certificate Approval
Pratt Community College, KS
- Welding Technology
Assurance Review
Fort Scott Community College, Fort Scott, KS
- Accepted the team report.
Approval of Request for Change
Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Shawnee, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to open three additional locations:
- CBTS-Chicago, 1266 N Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge, IL 60068
- CBTS-Atlanta, 1000 University Center Lane , Lawrenceville, GA 30043
- CBTS-Austin, 12311 Natures Bend, Austin, TX 78753
- Approved the institution’s request to close the additional location: Federal Way, 30333 Pacific Hwy S. Federal Way, WA 98003 and reopen at Des Moines, 2400 S. 240th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198.
- Approved the institution’s request to close the additional location CBTS-Dallas at 1615 Belt Line Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006, and reopen at CBTS-Dallas, 1017 Erie St., Carrollton, TX 75006.
Central Christian College of Kansas, McPherson, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Strategic Leadership.
Colby Community College, Colby, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Norton Correctional Facility, 11130 Road E4, Norton, KS 67654.
Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
Michigan
Certificate Approval
West Shore Community College, MI
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Staff Action Recommendation
Albion College, Albion, MI
- Accepted the staff recommendation to postpone the comprehensive evaluation for Reaffirmation of Accreditation from March 22, 2021, to January 2022.
Assurance Review
College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI
- Accepted the team report.
Approval of Request for Change
Delta College, University Center, MI
- Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Downtown Midland Center, 419 E. Ellsworth Street, Midland, MI 48640.
Grace Christian University, Grand Rapids, MI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Global Communication.
Jackson College, Jackson, MI
- Approved the institution’s request to reduce the credit hours for three programs:
- Computer Support Specialist Certificate from 36 semester hours to 16 semester hours.
- Network Specialist Certificate from 30 semester hours to 27 semester hours.
- Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate from 34 semester hours to 16 semester hours.
Sacred Heart Major Seminary, Detroit, MI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer distance education courses and programs.
Minnesota
Certificate Approval
Minneapolis Community & Technical College, MN
- Architectural Virtual Reality and Rendering
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, MN
- Certificate of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
University of Northwestern – St. Paul, MN
- Healthcare Management
Approval of Request for Change
Rasmussen College, Bloomington, MN
- Approved the institution’s request to close two additional locations: Rasmussen College – New Port Richey, 8661 Citizen Drive, New Port Richey, FL 34654 and Rasmussen College – Pasco, 18600 Fernview Street, Land O' Lakes, FL 34638-6212, effective December 2020; and open one additional location: Rasmussen College–Central Pasco, 16400 State Road 54, Odessa, FL 33456.
Saint John's University, Collegeville, MN
- Approved the institution’s request offer distance education courses and programs.
Missouri
Approval of Request for Change
Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Athletic Training.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Education in Leadership.
Logan University, Chesterfield, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Athletic Training (MAT).
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Integrative Pediatrics.
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Agriculture with emphasis areas in Agribusiness, Animal Science, and Plant Science.
Missouri Western State University, Saint Joseph, MO
- Approved the institution’s Provisional Plan for cessation of programs effective May 31, 2023.
Saint Louis College of Pharmacy, St. Louis, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Medicinal Chemistry.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Global Health and Equity.
Webster University, St. Louis, MO
- Approved the teach-out arrangement for an additional location: Northwest Arkansas, 1200 West Walnut St., Rogers, AR 72756.
Nebraska
Approval of Request for Change
Doane University, Crete, NE
- Approved the institution’s teach-out plan for the branch campus: Doane University, 3180 West U.S. Hwy 34, Grand Island NE 68801.
New Mexico
Assurance Review
New Mexico Junior College, Hobbs, NM
- Accepted the team report.
North Dakota
Assurance Review
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
- Accepted the team report.
Approval of Request for Change
Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College, New Town, ND
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Science degree in Sustainable Energy Technologies.
Ohio
Certificate Approval
Franklin University, OH
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse
Mount Carmel College of Nursing, OH
- Medical Assisting
Approval of Request for Change
Central State University, Wilberforce, OH
- Approved the institution’s request for distance education courses and programs.
Chatfield College, St. Martin, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer an Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Human Services.
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management.
Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to close an additional location: Westerville, 7233 Northgate Way, Westerville, OH 43082 and reopen at Westerville Regional Learning Center (RLC), 33 Collegeview Rd. Westerville, OH 43081.
Franciscan University of Steubenville, Steubenville, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Catholic Studies.
Franklin University, OH
- Approved the institution's request to offer correspondence education courses.
Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Data Analytics.
Lake Erie College, Painesville, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degree with concentrations in Communication and Organizational Behavior Management.
Marion Technical College, Marion, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer correspondence courses and one program.
Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, OH
- Approved the institution’s request for an additional location: Southern State Community College, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro, OH 45133.
Sinclair Community College, OH
- Approved the institution's request to offer correspondence education courses.
Southern State Community College, Hillsboro, OH
- Approved the institution’s teach-out arrangement for the branch campus: North Campus, 1850 Davids Drive, Wilmington, OH 45177.
University of Mount Union, Alliance, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Business Administration, Leadership and Innovation concentration and the Master Business Administration, Business Analytics.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer distance education courses and programs.
- Approved the request to change the institution’s student body.
University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate Degree Certificate in Digital Communication Applications program, currently offered as a standard 100% online program in the additional modality of a credit-based competency-based program.
Denial of Request for Change
Chatfield College, St. Martin, OH
- Denied the institution’s request for a change in Student Body.
South Dakota
Approval of Request for Change
Western Dakota Technical College, Rapid City, SD
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Environmental Engineering Technician – Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA).
West Virginia
Certificate Approval
Wheeling University, WV
- Certificate in Nursing Management
- Certificate in Construction Management Essentials
- Certificate in Health Services Management
Approval of Request for Change
Fairmont State University, Fairmont, WV
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Surveying and Geomatics Engineering Technology.
Mountwest Community and Technical College, Huntington, WV
- Approved the institution’s request for renewal of contractual arrangement with Robert C Byrd Institute to offer an AAS in Welding Technology and CAS in Welding Technology.
- Approved the institution’s request to open three additional locations:
- Cabell County Career Technology Center, 1035 Norway Avenue, Huntington, WV 25504
- MCTC Center for Culinary Arts (CCA), 1632 8th Street, Huntington, WV 25703
- Spring Valley High School Career Technical Center, 1640 Spring Valley Drive, Huntington, WV 25703
New River Community and Technical College, Beaver, WV
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science degree in Licensed Practical Nursing to Registered Nursing Bridge Program (LPN to RN Bridge Program).
Wisconsin
Approval of Request for Change
Lakeland University, Plymouth, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Music in Music Education with Kodaly Emphasis.
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to close the additional location Medical College of Wisconsin – Central Wisconsin at 333 Pine Ridge Blvd., Wausau, WI 54401 and reopen at 1900 Westwood Drive, Suite 3100, Wausau, WI 54401.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Public Health.
Western Technical College, LaCrosse, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Precision Machining and Programming One-Year Technical Diploma and related embedded credentials Basic Machining – Technical Diploma and Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Operator – Certificate as credit-based competency-based education programs.