On this episode of Accreditation Insights, we are honored to welcome Dr. Gina Scarboro, Executive Director of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, better known as CAAHEP. Dr. Scarboro brings a rare blend of academic leadership, clinical practice, and national service to the conversation. From her tenure as a dean and educator to her continuing role as a practicing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant, her journey reflects a steadfast commitment to excellence in allied health education.Today, we explore how accreditation serves as a linchpin in advancing workforce readiness, interprofessional collaboration, and quality assurance across one of the broadest spectrums of health professions.

Our guest for this episode is Dr. Matthew Nehmer, President of The Colleges of Law, a mission-driven institution that has carved out a unique space in the legal education landscape through innovation, accessibility, and a strong commitment to social justice. With a career that spans strategic planning, accreditation, academic leadership, and nonprofit management, Dr. Nehmer brings a comprehensive view of how institutions can embrace change while remaining grounded in standards of excellence.

Tune in to learn how The Colleges of Law is navigating accreditation whilesimultaneously reimagining what legal education can be in the 21st century.

Are we making assessment too complex—and at what cost to academicstandards?

On this episode of Accreditation Insights, I sit down with Dr. David A. Eubanks, Assistant VP for Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness at Furman University and a former member of NACIQI.

We explore:

• Why grades may be the most overlooked yet robust accreditation evidence
• The rising cost and complexity of assessment practices
• The ethical tension between tuition revenue and academic rigor

Dr. Eubanks brings sharp analysis and thought-provoking critiques thatchallenge how we think about quality, accountability, and outcomes in higher education.

Tune in and join the conversation on how accreditation can better align withreal student learning.

This episode is sponsored by CAHIIM,proud host of the 2025 Summit on Higher Education, a premier virtual gathering on health informatics, accreditation, and innovation.

Accreditation Insights continues with Part 2 of our series featuring Dr. Robert Manzer, President of the American Academy for Liberal Education.

• In this follow-up conversation, Dr. Manzer lays out solutions fordepoliticizing accreditation, including:
  Strengthening faculty governance to uphold rigorStandards and best practices for accreditors
  Immediate steps for presidents, trustees, and policymakers to realign accreditation with academic quality

This episode is sponsored by CAHIIM, host of the 2025Summit on Higher Education—a premier virtual event for leaders driving innovation in accreditation and health informatics.

Catch Part 2 and explore the CAHIIM Summit here: https://www.cahiim.org/resources/events/cahiim-2025-summit-on-higher-education/

Accreditation Insights kicks off a two-part series with Dr. Robert Manzer, President of the American Academy forLiberal Education, as he explores his AEI report, “Depoliticizing the University: Re-Prioritizing Academic Excellence in Accreditation and Faculty Governance.”

Link to article: (princetoniansforfreespeech.org)

In Part 1, we unpack:The roots of politicization in accreditationHow policy shifts have shaped today’s landscapeThe risks of relying too heavily on reductionist metrics like “learning outcomes”

This episode is sponsored by CAHIIM, proud host of the 2025Summit on Higher Education, a premier virtual gathering on health informatics, accreditation, and innovation.

Listen now and register for the CAHIIM Summit: https://www.cahiim.org/resources/events/cahiim-2025-summit-on-higher-education/

In this episode, we are joined by Robert Shireman, Senior Fellow at The Century Foundation. Mr. Shireman is widelyrecognized for his influential work in higher education policy, particularly in the areas of accountability, student protection, and the role of accreditation in regulating institutional quality. A former U.S. Deputy Undersecretary of Education under President Obama, he helped shape critical reforms focused onconsumer protection, financial responsibility, and oversight in postsecondary education.

In this episode, we’ll discuss the intersections of policy and practice in accreditation, his views on the current regulatory climate, and how accreditors can balance innovation with integrity. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most influential voices shaping accountability and access in higher ed!

CAHIIM sponsors this episode – the Commissionon Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education – proud host of the CAHIIM 2025 Summit on Higher Education, a premier virtual gathering for leaders in health informatics, accreditation, and innovation.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most influential voices shaping accountability and access in higher ed, and be sure to check out the CAHIIM Summit for deeper insights into the future of education and accreditation.

Register here! https://www.cahiim.org/resources/events/cahiim-2025-summit-on-higher-education/

The CAHIIM 2025 Summit on Higher Education is right around thecorner — September 16–18! This virtual event will feature 70+ presentations onAI, experiential learning, curriculum design, and the future of accreditation!

On this latest episode of Accreditation Insights, we highlight why this summit is a must-attend for higher education and health informatics leaders!

Learn more about the summit: CAHIIM 2025 Summit

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In this episode, we were joined by Todd Nelson, Director of Partner Relationshipsand Chief Partnership Executive at the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA). In our discussion, we explored how strategic partnershipsare leveraged to enhance quality assurance and meet accreditation standards in healthcare finance.

In this special live-streamed episode of Accreditation Insights, Dr.Laurie Shanderson and Dr. Greg Pillar broadcast directly from the inaugural HigherEd PodCon 2025 in Chicago, IL!

As the first-ever gathering of podcast hosts, producers, and enthusiastsin the higher education space, PodCon 2025 marks a milestone in how ideas areshared, voices are elevated, and change is sparked through digitalstorytelling. Dr. Shanderson and Dr. Pillar discuss the power of podcastingto shape policy and perception, and reflections from the sessions andspeakers shaping the future of higher ed.

Tune in for insights, behind-the-scenes moments, and a celebration of what happens when thought leadership meets the mic!

In this episode of Accreditation Insights, we are honored to welcome Mr. Lee Hammond, Chief Executive Officer of the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities (ASIC). Under his leadership, ASIC has strengthened its global presence, offering accreditation services that emphasize quality enhancement,institutional effectiveness, and international collaboration. Mr. Hammond brings a wealth of experience in overseeing quality assurance processes across diverse educational systems and supporting institutions in achieving excellence on a global scale. In our discussion, we explored the evolving landscape of international accreditation, the role of innovation in quality assurance, and the future directions of ASIC under Mr. Hammond’s stewardship.