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LATEST NEWS

May 10

C-RAC Issues Joint Statement on ACE Transfer of Credit Recommendations

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the release of a new report from the American Council on Education (ACE) entitled “Reimagining Transfer for...

Apr 6

MSCHE: Newly Published "A Framework for Action" Guides System and Accreditor Interactions

The following press release was distributed by MSCHE on April 5, 2021. Recognizing the need for accreditors to serve as partners with...

Mar 31

ACCJC: ACCJC Collaborates with CHEA, Lumina Foundation, and 24 Other Leaders on Framework for Action

The following press release was distributed by ACCJC on March 31, 2021. The Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges is...

Mar 23

C-RAC Statement on Proposed Distance Education Guidelines

Members of C-RAC have issued the following statement on new proposed 21st Century Distance Education Guidelines: The Council for Regional...