Criterion 2: Info and Co-Chairs
Criterion 2: Integrity – Ethical and Responsible Conduct
What it means:
Criterion 2 is about showing that the College conducts itself with honesty, fairness, and responsibility. This includes following policies, protecting academic freedom, being transparent with students and the public, and making sure our governing board, faculty, and staff act ethically.
Why it matters:
Accreditors want to know that our institution is trustworthy. They’ll look for evidence that we live up to our policies, treat people fairly, present accurate information, and foster an environment where ideas can be shared freely and responsibly.
Examples of Evidence You Might Have
Integrity in Actions (2.A):
- Internal or external audit reports
- Meeting minutes from Faculty Council, budget committees, or other decision-making groups
- Hiring policies and search committee procedures
- Training records on ethics, campus safety, or harassment prevention
- Faculty/staff/student grievance policies and examples of how they’re applied
Transparency with Students and the Public (2.B):
- An updated and accurate website
- Academic catalogs that clearly list program requirements
- Published tuition/fees and use of the net price calculator
- Recruitment/admissions documents that show entry requirements
- Public lists of accreditations or program approvals
Board Governance (2.C):
- Board manuals or conflict-of-interest policies
- Agendas and minutes from Board meetings
- Documentation of Board training and orientation
- Policies showing how the Board selects/evaluates the president
Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression (2.D):
- Policies on academic freedom or freedom of speech
- Training or orientations where these rights are explained
Responsible Acquisition of Knowledge (2.E):
- Academic integrity and plagiarism policies
- Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols or training documents
- Research symposium programs, faculty/student publications, or creative works
- Student conduct and honor code policies
Co-Chairs
Dr. Mark Bukowski, aka The Advocate
Vice President for Student Services
Learn a little more about The Advocate:
If you could teleport anywhere right now, where would you go?
Back to a time before cellphones were the norm, just to experience it again (probably some point in the ’90s)
What was your childhood dream job?
Racecar Driver
What show could you binge watch forever?
Have to pick two: The Andy Griffith Show and Seinfeld
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Dr. Marcy Everest, aka Civica
Professor of Political Science
Learn a little more about Civica:
My Theme Song (well, favorite song anyway):
George Michael and Aretha Franklin, “I Knew You Were Waiting”
Childhood dream job:
As a child of the 1960s, I wanted to be an Astronaut (Apollo Program + Star Trek). Still do…
My Spirit Animal is definitely a horse…independent, freedom-loving, resistant to authority, pure joy, and magical.
