The Commission on Colleges and Universities is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Long, J.D., as Vice President, bringing extensive experience in higher education leadership, institutional accreditation, and academic administration to the Commission.
Long most recently served as Chief Operating Officer at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Throughout her career, she has held numerous senior leadership positions at member institutions, including Vice President of Academic Affairs, Provost, Acting President, Chief Transformation Officer, SACSCOC Liaison, Interim Dean, and Chair of the Social Work Department.
“Lisa brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing colleges and universities,” said Dr. Stephen L. Pruitt, President of the Commission on Colleges and Universities. “Her experience as an institutional leader, combined with her extensive service in accreditation, will be a tremendous asset to the Commission and the institutions we serve. We are excited to welcome her to our leadership team.”
Long recently completed two three-year terms on the SACSCOC Board of Trustees and has served on numerous peer review committees since 2018. Her experience in institutional governance, academic leadership, and accreditation provides a broad perspective on institutional effectiveness, educational quality, and continuous improvement.
Long earned her Juris Doctor from the Birmingham School of Law, a Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama, and a Bachelor of Social Work from Jacksonville State University.
About The Commission on Colleges and Universities
The Commission on Colleges and Universities (The Commission) is an institutional accreditor committed to advancing educational quality and strengthening the effectiveness of its member institutions. Through a process grounded in peer review, accountability, and continuous improvement, the Commission supports institutions in their efforts to serve students and communities while maintaining public confidence in higher education.
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