Review Record
Considers the documented evidence, review findings, and materials relevant to the accreditation case.
Accreditation governance
Accreditation Commission
The AAC Accreditation Commission provides formal decision-making within AAC’s standards-based accreditation process.
The Commission considers institutional evidence, peer review findings, applicable standards, and the documented review record when reaching accreditation decisions.
Role and purpose
Formal Decisions Grounded in Standards and Evidence
The Commission’s role is distinct from evidence collection and peer review. It considers the completed review record and determines the formal accreditation outcome through AAC’s decision-making process.
Standards Alignment
Evaluates the case in relation to the applicable AAC standards and review requirements.
Deliberation
Applies collective academic and quality assurance judgment to the completed review record.
Formal Outcome
Determines and records the accreditation decision, including any applicable conditions or follow-up.
Commission members
Accreditation Commission Members
The Commission brings together academic leadership and professional experience relevant to higher education, external review, and quality assurance decision-making.
President
Dr. Sateesh Arja
Executive Dean
Rector Med. University
Vice President
Dr. Tammie Bolling
Pellissippi State Community College, Professor-Business, Healthcare Management, and Computer Technology
Commission Member
Lucie Depoo, Assoc. Prof., Ph.D.
Prague University of Economics and Business, Associate Professor
Commission Member
Amy Ross Ph.D.
Walters State Community College, Department Head Management and Professor of Business
Governance connection
The Commission within AAC’s Review Model
AAC separates evidence development, expert review, and formal decision-making into connected but distinct responsibilities.
Institutions and Programs
Prepare and submit evidence demonstrating how applicable standards are addressed.
Peer Review Experts
Evaluate evidence, engage with representatives, and document findings for consideration.
Accreditation Commission
Considers the completed record and makes the formal accreditation decision.
Related pages
Explore Accreditation and AAC Governance
Use these resources to understand the review process, AAC’s governance structure, and available accreditation pathways.
Accreditation Overview
Review AAC’s standards-based accreditation approach and available pathways.
View OverviewAccreditation Process
See how application, evidence, peer review, decision-making, and monitoring connect.
View ProcessAcademic Board
Meet the body supporting AAC’s academic perspective and quality culture.
View Academic BoardLeadership and Governance
Understand the responsibilities and relationships within AAC’s governance structure.
View GovernancePublic Directory
Find public information on AAC accreditation and quality assurance outcomes.
View DirectoryContact AAC
Contact AAC with questions about accreditation, governance, or the appropriate pathway.
Contact AAC
Accreditation and next steps
Questions About AAC Accreditation Decisions?
Explore the accreditation process or contact AAC for guidance on standards, review pathways, and formal decision-making.
Accreditation governance
Accreditation Commission
The AAC Accreditation Commission provides formal decision-making within AAC’s standards-based accreditation process.
The Commission considers institutional evidence, peer review findings, applicable standards, and the documented review record when reaching accreditation decisions.
Role and purpose
Formal Decisions Grounded in Standards and Evidence
The Commission’s role is distinct from evidence collection and peer review. It considers the completed review record and determines the formal accreditation outcome through AAC’s decision-making process.
Review Record
Considers the documented evidence, review findings, and materials relevant to the accreditation case.
Standards Alignment
Evaluates the case in relation to the applicable AAC standards and review requirements.
Deliberation
Applies collective academic and quality assurance judgment to the completed review record.
Formal Outcome
Determines and records the accreditation decision, including any applicable conditions or follow-up.
Commission members
Accreditation Commission Members
The Commission brings together academic leadership and professional experience relevant to higher education, external review, and quality assurance decision-making.
President
Dr. Sateesh Arja
Executive Dean
Rector Med. University
Vice President
Dr. Tammie Bolling
Pellissippi State Community College, Professor-Business, Healthcare Management, and Computer Technology
Commission Member
Lucie Depoo, Assoc. Prof., Ph.D.
Prague University of Economics and Business, Associate Professor
Commission Member
Amy Ross Ph.D.
Walters State Community College, Department Head Management and Professor of Business
Governance connection
The Commission within AAC’s Review Model
AAC separates evidence development, expert review, and formal decision-making into connected but distinct responsibilities.
Institutions and Programs
Prepare and submit evidence demonstrating how applicable standards are addressed.
Peer Review Experts
Evaluate evidence, engage with representatives, and document findings for consideration.
Accreditation Commission
Considers the completed record and makes the formal accreditation decision.
Related pages
Explore Accreditation and AAC Governance
Use these resources to understand the review process, AAC’s governance structure, and available accreditation pathways.
Accreditation Overview
Review AAC’s standards-based accreditation approach and available pathways.
View OverviewAccreditation Process
See how application, evidence, peer review, decision-making, and monitoring connect.
View ProcessAcademic Board
Meet the body supporting AAC’s academic perspective and quality culture.
View Academic BoardLeadership and Governance
Understand the responsibilities and relationships within AAC’s governance structure.
View GovernancePublic Directory
Find public information on AAC accreditation and quality assurance outcomes.
View DirectoryContact AAC
Contact AAC with questions about accreditation, governance, or the appropriate pathway.
Contact AAC
Accreditation and next steps
Questions About AAC Accreditation Decisions?
Explore the accreditation process or contact AAC for guidance on standards, review pathways, and formal decision-making.