Heather F. Perfetti, President of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), discussed public perceptions of accreditation, our Commission’s commitment to data-driven decision making, and the new competitive market for accreditors during an interview with Georgia Public Broadcasting.  In the interview, Heather acknowledged that accreditation is historically a mysterious industry to...

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) appointed Kimberly R. Cline as Commissioner, effective April 23, 2026. Kimberly currently serves as President of Long Island University (NY). “We are delighted to welcome Kimberly as our newest Commissioner,” Commission Chair Susan Looney said....

City & State New York has featured Heather F. Perfetti, President of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), on its 2026 Higher Education Trailblazers list, which recognizes public officials, heads of colleges and universities, groundbreaking researchers and policymakers, and other leaders in the world of higher education. This is the second consecutive year that Heather...