In this episode of Data Stakes, Debbie is joined by Dr. Ken Matthews, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness at St. Cloud Technical and Community College, to discuss how higher education institutions can transform accreditation from a simple compliance checklist into a powerful engine for institutional growth. They dive into the intersection of knowledge management, strategic planning, and the evolving challenges facing higher ed today.

Key topics covered in this episode:

• Rethinking Accreditation: Why viewing accreditation as an opportunity for deep self-reflection helps institutions better align with their core mission and promises to students.
• The Human Element of Data: The critical need for Institutional Research (IR) and Institutio ...