Wow! It’s not everyday that you see a major state university being placed on probation for not being rigorous enough (or in this case proving that they are). I know I’ve already posted a blog for the day but bear with me, I’d like to get first spin on things ;-)
Texas Tech has been placed on probation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) one of the 6 regional accrediting bodies in the United States. Of course Texas Tech denies that their accreditation is in any real danger but instead claim that they did not have their documentation in order by the time of the review, however it does look strange to see a school the size and stature as that of Tech’s being placed on probation or at least I think so. Honestly I think that they’re fine but I did want to take a minute to demonstrate here for a moment that it is not only the “for profit” schools that are placed on probation, such as American Intercontinental University, but also some of the big guys. So before anyone thumbs their nose at a “for profit” university citing the case of AIU as has been done in the past, now those in need of a rebuttal need look no further than Texas Tech.
Am I happy about this? Honestly I can say a little bit, but here’s why. It demonstrates a little equality in regulating the playing field for everyone from the big guys to the little guys in the world of accreditation. It also shows that the system appears to be alive and well. Lastly it shows that no matter how big you get, your standards need to be there consistently to maintain that accreditation.
As for Tech? They’ll be fine and I am admittedly something of a fan of their football team so I’m pulling for them in the long run.
Well here’s to the Red Raiders…GO RED RAIDERS!