Do You Need a Mock Site Visit? (Yes.)
We want your mock site visit to end in applause (metaphorically—though, hey, if an evaluator does clap, let it happen). A mock visit is your best bet for making that happen. Before the reviewers arrive, give yourself the gift of a dress rehearsal. Find the weak spots while you can still fix them. Discover your star performers before the stakes are real. And walk into your site visit with the kind of confidence that only comes from having already done it once.
How Not to Write a Syllabus (and What to Do Instead)
The syllabus isn’t your annual report. It’s not a compliance memo. And it’s definitely not a legal deposition written in passive voice. It’s a guide for your students (actual human beings), many of whom are trying to make sense of a new class, a new semester, and, in some cases, a whole new life direction.
Weddings, Rubrics, and IEPs: Falling in Love with Institutional Effectiveness
At its heart, a strong IEP is your institution’s way of saying “I do”—to accountability, to continuous improvement, and to the students and communities you serve. And like any good marriage, the commitment doesn’t end with the ceremony. It’s something you show up for, work on, and grow through, year after year, ‘til death (or retirement) do you part.
8 Things No One Tells You About Accreditation (But We Will)
Whether you’re a seasoned administrator or someone who got voluntold to help with the self-study, understanding how accreditation actually works and what it really means for your institution is crucial. And while there’s no shortage of formal definitions and policy handbooks out there, there’s a lot that tends to go unsaid. That’s where we come in. Today, we're sharing 8 things no one tells you about accreditation (but we absolutely will).
Higher Ed New Program Planning: Why Intentionality Beats Impulse
It can be really tempting to try to capitalize on the many student niches and needs by offering as many programs as you possibly can. But, as Icarus, taser owners, and anyone who’s ever painted an accent wall in their home will tell you: just because you can do something doesn’t mean that you should.
SWOT, PESTLE, or 4Ps? Which Framework Should You Use for Your Strategic Plan?
At the heart of any strong strategic plan is a clear, honest understanding of where your institution stands and what it might face in the future. That’s where tools like SWOT, PESTLE, and the 4Ps come in. In this blog, we’ll walk through how to choose the right tools (spoiler: use all three), and give you practical, not-boring tips on how to actually use them to make smart, mission-aligned decisions.