SACSCOC wraps up site visit of the new Albany State University
3-day visit was next step in measuring
compliance of consolidated university
ALBANY , Ga. - Albany State University (ASU) recently hosted a Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Site Visit Team for the 3-day visit, September
19-21. This visit was a routine step to measure the impact of the recent consolidation
of ASU and Darton State College on the new university’s ability to stay on track and
in compliance with SACSCOC standards.
The team interviewed students, faculty and administrators at both ASU campuses in
Albany and the university’s four instructional sites in Cordele, Cairo, Waycross and
Sandersville. Tours of instructional sites closest to Albany were also conducted.
“We appreciate very much the detailed review by the SACSCOC Site Visit Team,” said
Kimberly Holmes, ASU’s vice president for organizational effectiveness and strategic
initiatives and accreditation liaison to SACSCOC. “We will continue our strategic
efforts of comprehensive continuous improvement in adherence to the accrediting agency’s
Principles of Accreditation. Our efforts include efficiency and effectiveness in both delivery of instruction
and provision of services that support both the vision and mission of the new ASU
and continued growth in Southwest Georgia.”
The onsite visit was part of a comprehensive review by the team of ASU’s consolidated
organizational structure, operations, procedures, budget and evidence of compliance
with state and federal regulations. This was the seventh consolidation of member institutions
in the University System of Georgia (USG). Each previously consolidated university
went through the same standard process. An official report of the Site Visit Team’s
findings is forthcoming.
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About ASU …
Albany State University, in Southwest Georgia, has been a catalyst for change in the
region from its inception as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institute to its
designation as a university. Founded in 1903 to educate African-American youth, the
university continues to fulfill its historic mission while also serving the educational
needs of an increasingly diverse student population. A progressive institution, Albany
State University seeks to foster the growth and development of the region, state and
nation through teaching, research, creative expression and public service. Through
its collaborative efforts, the university responds to the needs of all of its constituents
and offers educational programs and service to improve the quality of life in Southwest
Georgia. For more information, please visit
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