NAEYC Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs
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The Commission's Role
The principal function of The NAEYC Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs is to exercise professional judgment in making accreditation decisions and setting policies and standards. The Commission also works with NAEYC staff to develop guidance documents and data gathering instruments necessary to carry out these functions.
Composition
The Commission consists of not fewer than eight members, who serve staggered three-year terms. One member is elected as chairperson. Commissioners bring a demonstrated commitment to the aims of early childhood teacher education at higher education institutions; an understanding of the nature of program accreditation systems, policy and procedures; and respect for the confidential, fair, and impartial nature of accreditation decisions. The Commission must include at least one public member who is not a member of the early childhood profession.
Current Commission Roster
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Wei Qiu Commission Chair Weber State University, UT |
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Tiffany Hunter Immediate Past Chair Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City, MO |
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Michael Abel University of Missouri Kansas City, MO |
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Eric Bucher Arizona State University, AZ |
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Rebecca Brinks Grand Rapids Community College, MI (retired faculty) |
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Erin Donovan Ivy Tech Community College, IN |
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Jayme Hines St. Bonaventure University, NY |
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Elisa Huss-Hage HOPE Toledo, OH |
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Raynice Jean-Sigur Kennesaw State University, GA |
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Elsa Jones Connecticut State Colleges and Universities and Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, CT |
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Travis Morgan Athens State University, AL |
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Carrie Nepstad City Colleges of Chicago Harold Washington College, IL |
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Cindy Shackelford Jefferson State Community College, AL |
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Lisa Stooksberry Public Member |
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R. Taylor Chemeketa Community College, OR |
Applying to Serve on the Commission
The Commission is not currently seeking applications. If you'd like to be notified the next time vacancies arise, please fill out this reminder request form.
Commission Policies and Procedures
The Commission follows the policies and procedures outlined in the Commission Handbook.