The Quality Assurance Argument being developed by Lindenwood University Action Teams provides evidence that Lindenwood is meeting all quality and continuous improvement expectations of these five criteria. Core components of each criterion can be found on the HLC Criteria for Accreditation page.
Are you interested in applying or nominating a colleague?
Please submit a completed Application / Nomination Form to accreditation@lindenwood.edu.
For an informal conversation about becoming an Action Team member, feel free to contact Dr. Renee Porter at rporter@lindenwood.edu.
Criterion 1. Mission
The institution’s mission is clear and articulated publicly; it guides the institution’s operations.
Team Leaders
Dr. Shenika Harris
Associate Professor, Spanish
Members
- Janet Schulte - Certification Coordinator, College of Science, Technology, and Health
Criterion 2. Integrity: Ethical and Responsible Conduct
The institution acts with integrity; its conduct is ethical and responsible.
Team Leaders
Dr. Kathi Vosevich
Dean, College of Arts and Humanities
Members
- Dr. Michiko Nohara-LeClair - Senior Professor, Psychology
- Dr. Justine Pas - Associate Professor, English
Criterion 3. Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support
The institution provides quality education, wherever and however its offerings are delivered.
Team Leaders
Dr. Jennifer Mack
Associate Professor, Accounting
Dr. Christie Rodgers
Associate Vice President, Student Academic and Support Services
Members
- Director, First Year Programs
- Dr. Gabriela Romero - Associate Professor, Spanish
- Adam Valencic - Instructional Designer II, Lindenwood Online
Criterion 4. Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement
The institution demonstrates responsibility for the quality of its educational programs, learning environments, and support services, and it evaluates their effectiveness for student learning through processes designed to promote continuous improvement.
Team Leaders
Dr. Tom Godar
Associate Professor, Athletic Training
Dr. Kate Herrell
Associate Professor, Music
Members
- Dr. Geremy Carnes - Associate Professor, English
- Dr. James Hutson - Professor, Art and Design
- Dr. Lynda Leavitt - Professor, Educational Leadership
Criterion 5. Institutional Effectiveness, Resources and Planning
The institution’s resources, structures, and processes are sufficient to fulfill its mission, improve the quality of its educational offerings, and respond to future challenges and opportunities.
Team Leaders
Dr. Scott Hasty
Associate Professor, Chemistry
Members
- Dr. Amy Estlund - Assistant Professor, Public Health
- Dr. Mike Marzano - Professor, Management
- Dr. Travis McMaken - Associate Professor, Religion
