What is ARC?
ARC is the annual in-person gathering of the WSCUC community, bringing together higher education leaders and practitioners to explore emerging issues, advance quality, strengthen outcomes, and support continuous improvement across their institutions.
Who attends ARC?
ARC draws participants from WSCUC’s community of more than 200 accredited institutions in California, Hawaii, the Pacific, and internationally, including the California State University and University of California systems and a diverse range of private institutions.
Attendees join from a variety of backgrounds, including institutional leaders and professionals working in accreditation, institutional effectiveness, assessment, student success, technology, and operations.
We welcome institutions interested in WSCUC accreditation. ARC offers an opportunity to connect with WSCUC staff and leadership and see accreditation in practice.
What sessions take place at ARC?
ARC features plenary speakers and concurrent sessions with member institutions and subject matter experts, along with special gatherings such as the CEO Forum, Accreditation Liaison Officer luncheon, and International Special Interest Group.
Featured speakers at previous ARCs include:
- Sal Khan, founder and CEO of Khan Academy and Vision Steward and board member of TED
- Brian Rosenberg, President Emeritus of Macalester College and Visiting Professor, Harvard Graduate School of Education
- Paul LeBlanc, President, Southern New Hampshire University
- Ted Mitchell, President, American Council on Education
- Josh Fryday, California’s Chief Service Officer, Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement
- Mushtaq Gunja, Executive Director, Carnegie Classifications, American Council on Education
- Jennifer Dirmeyer, Vice President of Accreditation, Postsecondary Commission
Why should you come to ARC?
ARC creates a unique environment where ideas, evidence, innovation, and practical solutions come together in support of improved educational outcomes for all students.
Gain meaningful opportunities to connect with like-minded leaders responsible for advancing quality, improving institutional effectiveness, and supporting student success.
Interested in presenting at ARC?
The Call for Proposals is currently open!
ARC2027 offers flexible presentation formats that encourage engaging, participant-centered sessions. From posters to hour long workshops, there are a variety of options to suit different topics and presentation styles.
Submit your proposal by October 19 to share your successes, explore current questions and opportunities, and offer insights that others across the WSCUC community can put into practice.
Click here to learn more about presenting at ARC2027 in San Diego.
