In what has been a two-and-a-half year marathon, the finish line is now in sight for the crucial self-study phase in the seminary’s pursuit of regional accreditation. This phase of the process involved the collective input of many faculty, staff, administrators, students, trustees, and alumni. The resulting draft self-study report was posted on the seminary’s website in October and then submitted to Dr. Wayne McCown, the Middle States evaluation team Chair. During his initial visit on November 11, 2008, Dr. McCown provided very positive feedback as well as numerous suggestions for improvement.

The final report has recently been submitted to each member of the evaluation team with the official visit scheduled for March 29 through April 1, 2009. Based on the resulting evaluation team recommendation, the Middle States Commission is expected to make a formal determination in early June. The continued input and prayer support of the entire seminary community is greatly appreciated as we seek to continually glorify God in and through the accreditation process.