Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) is seeking comments from the public about the college in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. ARCC will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit Oct. 2-4, 2006 by a team representing the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The team will review the institution’s ongoing ability to meet the commission’s Criteria for Accreditation and General Institutional Requirements.

Members of the public are invited to submit comments regarding the college by email to thirdparty@HLCommission.org or by U.S. Mail to Public Comment on Anoka-Ramsey Community College, The Higher Learning Commission, 20 North LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL, 60602-2504.

Comments should address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs. Anonymous comments will not be accepted. All comments will be treated as confidential. Comments must be received by Sept. 25, 2006.

(SUB) Accreditation: What it’s all about
ARCC has held the prestigious credential of accreditation since 1975. This credential assures the public that the college meets established criteria for institutional quality and that the college will continue to meet those criteria in the future. The accreditation process requires institutions to regularly engage in critical self-analysis that leads to continual improvements in quality.

“ARCC continues to take steps to fulfill its mission and provide for the educational needs of the communities we serve,” says Dr. Patrick M. Johns, President of ARCC. “I look forward to reporting the findings reached through the accreditation review process.”

For more information about Anoka-Ramsey Community College, visit www.anokaramsey.edu.