Middle States 2025-2028 Self Study
Elizabethtown College is proudly accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The College began its current Middle States Self-Study in fall 2025, with completion expected in spring 2028. This eight-year review process is a vital part of maintaining institutional accreditation and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement in higher education.
More information for the College community is available on the College's Middle States Self-Study SharePoint. Progress updates will be shared each semester.
Self-Study Sharepoint (Login Required)About the Self-Study
The Self-Study is a collaborative, evidence-based reflection on who we are, what we do, and how we can get better. This analysis is conducted every eight years and the resulting report will demonstrate compliance with MSCHE's seven Standards for Accreditation and deepen our collective understanding of Elizabethtown College's mission, goals, strengths, and areas for growth. This is a campus-wide effort. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners will contribute data, examples, and feedback that show our effectiveness and inform our next steps. The Self-Study will run in close alignment with strategic planning so the two efforts inform and strengthen one another — guiding our path forward and reaffirming our commitment to continuous improvement, student success, and institutional effectiveness.
Timeline & Key Milestones
This timeline outlines key phases of the Self-Study process and will be updated as milestones are reached and new information becomes available.
The Team Visit Chair will pay a preliminary visit to campus.
Steering Committee & Working Groups
- Susan Mapp — Associate Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Innovation, Self-Study Steering Committee Co-Chair, Chair Standard V
- Sarah Penniman — College Librarian and Director of the High Library, Self-Study Steering Committee Co-Chair, Chair Standard I
- Jeffery Long — Professor of Religious Studies, Chair Standard II
- Elizabeth Dalton — Associate Professor of Psychology, Chair Standard III
- Nichole Gonzalez — Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students, Chair Standard IV
- Amanda Stahl — Vice President for Finance, Chair Standard VI
- Kurt DeGoede — Professor of Engineering, Chair Standard VII
Standard I
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Sarah Penniman, MLIS, M.A. | College Librarian and Director of the High Library, Chair |
| Mark Clapper, M.A. | Executive Director of Legacy Planning and Engagement |
| Shannon Haley-Mize, Ph.D. | Associate Professor of Education; Director, Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding |
| Luke Mackey, M.P.P. | Assistant Director of Honors Program; Academic Affairs Program Assistant |
| Javita Thompson, M.S., M.Ed. | Interim Vice President for Engagement, Mission and Impact; Director, Center of Community and Civic Engagement |
| Stacey Zimmerman, B.S. | Director of Leadership & New Student Orientation |
Standard II
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Long, Ph.D. | Professor of Religious Studies, Chair |
| Mahua Bhattacharya, Ph.D. | Professor of Japanese |
| Ann Eckert, B.S. | Assistant Vice President for Human Resources |
| Michael Roy, Ph.D. | Professor of Psychology; Chair, Institutional Review Board |
| Amy Shorner-Johnson, M.Div. | Chaplain and Director of Spiritual and Religious Life |
| Brad Weltmer, M.S. | Director of Communications and Social Media |
Standard III
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth Dalton, Ph.D. | Associate Professor of Psychology; Chair, former Chair of Academic Council |
| Jodi Lancaster, Ph.D. | Associate Provost for Student Learning and Dean of the Faculty; Professor of Biology |
| Marcy McCarty, Ed.D. | Dean, School of Graduate and Professional Studies |
| Jean Pretz, Ph.D. | Professor of Psychology; Chair, Core Committee |
| Eugene Thomas, M.S. | Assistant Director of the Learning Zone |
| Debra Wohl, Ph.D. | Professor of Biology |
Standard IV
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Nichole Gonzalez, M.A., MBA | Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students, Chair |
| Gretchen Camp, M.S. | Senior Director of Admissions Operations |
| Austin Crull, B.B.A. | Assistant Vice President of Marketing |
| Kerri Hample, PPOTD | Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy |
| Chris Morgan, B.S. | Director of Athletics |
| Leda Werner, M.A. | Director of Student Transitions and Momentum |
Standard V
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Susan Mapp, Ph.D. | Associate Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Innovation, ALO; Professor of Social Work, Chair |
| Matt Bergmann, Ed.D. | Assessment and Curriculum Coordinator, School of Graduate and Professional Studies |
| Kristin Kurjiaka, DSW | Assistant Teaching Professor of Social Work |
| Jennifer Strain, MLS | Instruction and Scholarly Communications Librarian; former Chair, Educational Assessment Committee |
| Jingwen Wang, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor of Computer Science; former Chair, Educational Assessment Committee |
Standard VI
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Amanda Stahl, B.S. | Vice President for Finance |
| Cori Breault, M.Ed. | Executive Director of Relationship Management and Advancement Operations |
| Joseph Hudzick, MSL | Assistant Vice President for Operations & Auxiliary Services |
| Jocelyn Martin, B.S. | Director of Financial Aid |
| Sanjay Paul, Ph.D. | Associate Professor of Economics |
| Jayma Reaggs, B.S. | Controller |
Standard VII
| Name | Title / Relevant Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Kurt DeGoede, Ph.D. | Professor of Engineering, Chair |
| Diane Bridge, Ph.D. | Professor of Biology; Immediate-past President of Faculty Assembly |
| Maureen Brown, M.S. | Senior Director of the Career Development Center |
| Nathan Gibson, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor of Political Science |
| Jeffrey Rood, Ph.D. | Professor of Chemistry; Secretary of Faculty Assembly |
| Keri Straub, MBA | Vice President for Enrollment Management, Marketing & Communications; Liaison to the Board of Trustees |