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Bringing a Public Voice to HLC Decision Making
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Bringing a Public Voice to HLC Decision Making

By[email protected] August 19, 2026August 19, 2026

Having just completed his 15th year as an IAC public member, John Chikow brings his background in nonprofit management to HLC’s decision-making processes.

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Celebrating 20 Years
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HLC Assessment Academy Marks 20 Years 

By[email protected] August 19, 2026August 19, 2026

What we’ve learned about implementing meaningful and effective assessment processes.

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Finding Joy and Hope as an HLC Peer Reviewer 
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Finding Joy and Hope as an HLC Peer Reviewer 

By[email protected] May 19, 2026May 19, 2026

For Ryan Zonnefeld, the biggest advantage of peer review service is in the connections he makes with fellow reviewers and colleagues.

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Introducing New Staff Liaisons
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Introducing New Staff Liaisons

By[email protected] March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

Meet Lindsey Myers and Amanda Wornhoff, the newest HLC vice presidents of accreditation relations.

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Five Questions for Academy Mentor Diane Nyhammer

By[email protected] February 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Through her service with HLC, Diane Nyhammer has developed a deep appreciation for the diversity of HLC member institutions.

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Five Questions for New HLC Trustee Eddie L. Koen 

By[email protected] December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

Eddie L. Koen is a nationally known nonprofit executive with expertise in K-12 and higher education policy. He joined HLC’s Board of Trustees as a public member in October.

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How a College Rallied Faculty Around Assessment 
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How a College Rallied Faculty Around Assessment 

By[email protected] November 19, 2025November 19, 2025

As a new graduate of HLC’s Assessment Academy, Phillips Community College has built a successful data-driven culture of assessment being embraced by all.

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HLC Salutes New Graduates of Assessment Academy

By[email protected] October 27, 2025December 2, 2025

Four HLC-accredited colleges are the latest to graduate from the Assessment Academy. Each has its own approach for achieving continuous improvement and student success.

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Five Questions for Peer Reviewer Jenny Jacobs 
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Five Questions for Peer Reviewer Jenny Jacobs 

By[email protected] October 14, 2025October 29, 2025

Jenny Jacobs has much expertise to share, particularly in finance.

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Five Questions for HLC Staff Member Julia Goeke 

By[email protected] September 23, 2025October 29, 2025

Julia Goeke works closely every day with HLC peer reviewers.

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