In this episode of Accreditation Insights, I’m stepping into the host chair solo for a special commentary on a significant development:

Six state university systems—led by Florida—are launching a newaccreditor.

This effort, announced by Governor Ron DeSantis, is poised to challenge the traditional accreditation landscape and raises serious questions aboutoversight, accountability, and political influence in higher education.

As always, I welcome diverse perspectives on what this means forinstitutional autonomy, students, and the future of our sector.