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°®ÒºAƬ’s Accreditation Reaffirmed by Middle States Commission on Higher Education

July 3, 2025

°®ÒºAƬ announced today that its accreditation has been reaffirmed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). This significant achievement concludes a comprehensive process that began with institutional self-study in 2022 and culminated in a site visit in April.

“For more than 140 years, °®ÒºAƬ has provided students with a high-quality learning experience grounded in our Christian faith,â€� said Wayne D. Lewis, Jr., President of °®ÒºAƬ. “The recent action by the Middle States Commission affirms °®ÒºAƬ’s enduring commitment to excellence and is a testament to °®ÒºAƬ’s exceptional faculty and staff, and the grace of God.â€�

The multi-year process required extensive collaboration across all university departments, with faculty, staff and administrators working together to demonstrate °®ÒºAƬ’s commitment to academic excellence and continuous improvement. °®ÒºAƬ’s self-study and review examined everything from curriculum quality to financial stability, ensuring °®ÒºAƬ meets the highest standards of higher education. The accreditation also maintains the University’s eligibility for federal financial aid programs, protecting current and future students’ access to educational funding.

“I extend a special thanks to Drs. Ann Monroe-Baillargeon and Bill Burrichter,â€� continued Lewis. “Having led our self-study process, coordinated and oversaw our campus visit, and worked diligently on this important project, I am especially grateful for their tireless efforts and commitment to excellence. I am also grateful to Provost David Davies for his outstanding leadership as °®ÒºAƬ’s Chief Academic Officer.â€�

Throughout the accreditation process, °®ÒºAƬ received invaluable support from a broad team of experts from fellow MSCHE institutions and the °®ÒºAƬ community. Their guidance and advice were instrumental in navigating the self-study process.

“A heartfelt thank you to the entire °®ÒºAƬ community for their continued engagement and support through this self-study and accreditation process,â€� said Ann Monroe-Baillargeon, associate provost. “This reaffirmation of our accreditation is a testament to our vision, mission and daily work in the preparation of Christian scholar-servants. It has been an honor to collaborate with Dr. Bill Burrichter in leading our community through this process.â€�

°®ÒºAƬ remains committed to providing an exceptional educational experience for its students. The reaffirmation of accreditation by the MSCHE is a testament to the University’s historic dedication to excellence for the glory of God and commitment to continuous improvement.

“This reaffirmation of our accreditation is a testament to our vision, mission and daily work in the preparation of Christian scholar-servants.”

Wayne D. Lewis, Jr.
President

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